Such a silly, simple camera toy – a small glass ball, costing about $8. But, great fun to take a … More
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Fireworks!
Next year (as I say every year) I’ll go really early and claim a watching-spot that gets more of the harbour … More
Meanwhile, in the Lantern Wastes . . .
All just a touch Narnianical in Wellington’s Botanical Gardens, as seen in the false colour of the IR mod camera. Why is … More
IR with Cheetahs
Update some days later! After an “ah hah” moment with photo processing for images from the IR camera today, I revisited my … More
A pigeon’s tale
So, picture this: Wellington’s iconic 70’s art installation the bucket fountain, in Cuba Mall. A small boy is standing on the edge, … More
Quick budget lens review – Tamron 70-300mm
Specifically, the Tamron AF70-300mm F/4-5.6 LD Macro 1:2, Model A17S for Sony. I am waiting for Sony or someone else … More
Infrared zoo
I’ve finally had the chance to do some experimenting with my old dslr today. It’s a Sony A580, which I sent it off … More
Zoo at twilight
I live near a small zoo, whose leafy paths make for a pleasant evening stroll. My challenge tonight was to … More
This Old Chimp
The small zoo near my house is a pleasant place to walk. I’ve been intrigued by the chimpanzees since I was a … More
Sending friends on a mad rampage
The requirement was to quickly come up with a poster image for a WIT show in next year’s Fringe Festival. … More