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Basic Elements of Photography: Composition
The heart of a photo is its composition—the position of different elements within a frame. Photography is about seeing—how we COMPOSE what we see. WordNet Search defines composition as “something that is created by arranging several things to form a … Continue reading
2014 Edition of Rand McNally Road Atlas Now Available
Rand McNally announces that the 90th edition of America’s #1 Road Atlas has been declared road-ready. And to celebrate the 90th anniversary, Rand McNally also officially launches an ebook version of the atlas as well as an iOS application for … Continue reading
Basic Elements of Photography: Lighting
The three basic elements that go into a good photo are lighting, composition, and exposure. Lighting Lighting is the most crucial element in photography. The word photography comes from the Greek words meaning “light writing.” Since lighting is photography, good … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Road Trips, RV Lifestyle
Tagged back lighting, capturing photos, composition, D-SLR, digital camera, digital photography and RVing, exposure, front lighting, Golden Hour, lighting, Micro Four Thirds, mirrorless camera, photo tips, photography, RVing, side lighting, Snowbird
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What Makes a Good Photo?
Buying the latest and greatest camera equipment will not make you a better photographer, but it will reduce the size of your bank account. It’s the photographer that takes great photos, not the camera. Think about that for a minute. … Continue reading
3 Steps of Digital Photography
You have a recreational vehicle and newly purchased digital camera and gear—and you’re ready to CLICK, CLICK, CLICK. Click is the word How about the ability to take travel photos? What could be easier than traveling to a natural oasis … Continue reading
Iowa Senate OKs RV Registration Fee Tax Grab
In a recent story I reported that the governor of a northern state has proposed a snowbird tax on residents who live 60 days to just under six months in the state. Governor Mark Dayton of Minnesota told snowbirds that since … Continue reading
Posted in RV Lifestyle, RV Parks
Tagged Iowa, luxury motorhomes, outdoor recreation, recreational vehicle, RVing, shell corporations, tax grab, Texas
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Where Should I Buy My Digital Camera?
In this post I’ll discuss where—and where not—to buy your new digital camera. But first, do your homework and check camera news and review sites. There are a number of good digital photography news and reviews sites on the Internet. … Continue reading
7 Reasons to Go RVing
Fuel prices are on the rise, but that shouldn’t keep you off the road. Michigan Live recently asked Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC) Director Bill Sheffer the following question: In today’s economy, with fuel prices as they … Continue reading
Posted in Camping, Road Trips, RV Dealers, RV Lifestyle, RV Manufactures, RV Show
Tagged camping, camping expenses, Class A motorhomes, Class B motorhomes, Class C motorhomes, concept RVs, Diesel Pusher, fifth-wheel trailers, recreational vehicle, RV Industry, RV park, RV resort, RVing, travel trailers
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Winegard Introduce RAYZAR Amped HDTV Antenna
Burlington, Iowa-based Winegard Company announces its introduction of the RAYZAR Amplified Portable Indoor HD antenna. This innovative, new amplified version of the RAYZAR over-the-air antenna is ideal for camping, recreational vehicles, and over-the-road trucking, as well as other outdoor activities … Continue reading
Posted in Camping, RV Accessories
Tagged camping, HDTV, RVing, TV antenna, Winegard, Winegard RAYZAR Amped
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More on D-SLR Lens
In the previous post I discussed the three basic categories of lenses—normal (or standard), wide angle, and telephoto—and the most common uses for each. All lenses are described in two ways: Focal length (as measured in millimeters) Speed (maximum aperture … Continue reading