ISSUE 24 - September 2023 

For 2023 I will be giving away one framed 20"x30" print of the winner's choice to be announced in the December 2023 newsletter.  You must open at least one article or view a virtual show to be eligible. Postage is in included for U.S addresses.

IN THIS ISSUE:

• PRINT OF THE MONTH
• THE DARK SIDE OF PHOTOGRAPHY
• SEEING SPOTS?
• WORKSHOPS
• SEPTEMBER TRAVELS

NAVAJO SKY

The Galactic Center of the Milky Way is visible from around early April to late September in the Northern Hemisphere. As we photographers say goodbye until next season, we will be thinking about what creative ways we can bring it to life next year. This image was taken in the early morning hours at Monument Valley. I don't have an image of the Three Sisters that I liked during daylight hours, so was happy to add this to my portfolio earlier this summer

Josef Muench was the first photographer to record much of Monument Valley, including the Three Sisters. He said that the two larger sisters were protectin gthe smaller sister prior to entering the cathedral This is different from and less interesting than the true Navajo story that can be found in the Three Sisters Story.

"Man’s law changes with his understanding of man. Only the laws of the spirit remain always the same.When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life so that when you die, the world cries and you rejoice." Navajo saying

There are likely some sounds you really hate. The dental drill, for example. Our dog absolutely hates thunder. That's the only time she chooses to sit next to me instead of Momma. I hate the preset ring tone for the alarm on my iPhone. In fact, I have changed that selection from “Radar” to “Bulletin.” I fully expect to start hating “Bulletin” as waking up in the middle of dark just to have an outside opportunity to capture exceptional light becomes less and less fun after multiple unsuccessful wake up calls.   READ THE ARTICLE...

There are lots of tasks to complete before posting or printing an image. Making sure they are free of distracting dust spots and other blemishes is on that list. Seeing spots on your photos, especially after they are printed is not fun! It is especially not fun if you discover a spot just as you are hanging a piece in a gallery or delivering a “finished” print to a client. This article covers the common spot issues and what to do about them.  READ MORE...

NAVAJO SKY

All archival prints are limited edition. That means I can only sell 30 archival prints no matter the size! . Order early if you want one! Smaller standard prints are open edition. Use discount code BOOM0923 for this pricing. Click on the image above to order.

NOTE THAT I AM ONLY OFFERING THESE PRICES TO THE FIRST FIVE ORDERS.

20x28 Signed and Numbered Archival Luster Print, rolled for framing $225, Photoboomers price $180 includes postage!

12X16 Signed and Numbered Archival print, Regular $125. Photoboomers price $100.00, includes free 18x24 mat and postage!

10.5x14 Signed and Numbered Archival print, Regular $95. Photoboomers price $76.00, includes free 16x20 mat and postage!

8x10 Standard Print, Regular $60 Photoboomers price $48.00, includes free 12x16 mat and postage!

Order from the website or contact me to order.

Do you have a wall that needs a large print? Send me a photo of the wall and I can show some samples on your own walls...similar to the one above. Call me for more info at 714-292-5238.

Pricing includes delivery in the U.S.

Caddo Lake Workshop Update - All three workshops are sold out! I will take names for a waiting list for this most popular photography location. Call if interested: 714-292-5238.

Private Workshops and Guiding - for one to three persons. Contact me about getting you to fantastic shots. Post-processing included if desired.

Photograph Sand Dunes with me! I am planning on setting up a workshop for next year. Sand dunes are a great place to expand your skills in composition and capturing light. Let me know if you are interested.

September Travels

Barbara and I will be on a road trip to The Palouse, Glacier National Park, Yellowstone and The Grand Tetons in the latter half of this month.