The Canon S95 can produce a miniature effect mode for both photos and videos. In my experience it’s generally more useful when shooting a scene from a raised vantage point, preferably at an angle. It may be more successful with subjects such as people, vehicles, and buildings. The following photos were taken in Nikko, Japan and Yokohama, Japan. If you click through the photos, they’ll give you a slightly larger image to view. I’ll post video soon from the CanonRead more
Bamboo Forest, Kyoto
The bamboo forest in Kyoto, Japan was among my favorite places. The massive bamboo elicits a low rumble of beckoning; rhythmically leaning into their neighbors as if politely exchanging thoughts.Read more
Yellow umbrella
Kyoto, JapanRead more
Movement and stillness
Kyoto, JapanRead more
Movember: Donating my face (growing a cheezy moustache) for a month in support of prostate cancer – want to help?
This Movember, the month formerly known as November I’ve decided to donate my face to raising awareness about prostate cancer. My donation and commitment is the growth of a moustache for the entire month of Movember, which I know will generate conversation, controversy and laughter. I’m doing this because 4,400 men die of prostate cancer in Canada each year and one in six men will be diagnosed during his lifetime. This is a cause that I feel passionately about andRead more
November update: Japan, Coursework, Stress.
Japan was a fantastic trip for the most part. I absolutely loved the culture, the temples, and the photographic opportunities. I was there for nearly two weeks, but unfortunately have had absolutely no time to go through the 2,000 or so photos. I’m in the midst of research and writing a case study, so most other aspects of fun, socialization, or exercise has taken a massive hit. In fact, this trend will be continuing until June. It’s a rough yearRead more