1. The Thailand photo, I like the use of the rule of thirds where the photographer put both subjects of the image in opposing thirds so the subjects are placed in easily noticeable places in the photos. The diagonal line coming from the boat to the person also helps lead the eye from the boat to the person pulling it.
2. The photo taken in South…[Read more]

Jim Parks was an ex-slave who worked at the Arlington Estate which is now parts of the grounds of the Arlington Cemetery. He was buried at the Arlington Cemetery due to his immense contributions towards the cemetery as he was responsible for providing an accurate account on how the Arlington House looked like to help in its restoration. He also…[Read more]

1. After looking at these photos I feel that I should look at the things in nature that I usually see from a different perspective because I would find something that I would never have found before.
2. Seeing the top 10 visited national parks inspired me to be in the outdoors more and maybe even camp out for a while.

Dark and unpredictable clouds: Add a dramatic feel for images. Use black and white photography when imaging clouds.
Powerful winds: Add motion to images. Use long exposure to highlight the motion made by the winds.
Rain and drizzle: Adds color and special effects to photos. Use close ups for taking abstract images.
Snow: Adds and element of…[Read more]

To what extent does hiking or being outdoors affect your mood?

1. Rule of thirds.
2. Leading lines
3. Diagonals
4. Framing
5. Figure to ground
6. Fill the frame
7. Center dominant eye
8. Patterns and repetition
9. Symmetry

1. The Golden Hour occurs during both sunrise and sunset.
2. Since the Golden Hour last for only one hour one must plan everything beforehand and make sure everything is prepared for it. Also you should bring a tripod and try experimenting with silhouettes.
3. Blue light happens before dawn and after dusk and peaks 20 minutes before sunrise and…[Read more]