Avian Reconditioning Center Field Trip

Orlando Camera Club held a field trip on Saturday to the Avian Reconditioning Center in Apopka, Florida. The day started out cool and slightly overcast which was good for the photography of the birds of prey. They brought out several birds at a time and set them up on various posts and perches so we could get the best shots. The people at the ARC are very accomodating and do every thing they can so we could get great shots. They flew a barn owl at the beginning but I never got an in-focus shot of it. Need lots more practice with birds in flight.

Swallow tail Kite, beautiful in flight!

Barn Owl

Festival of the Masters Chalk Artists

Every year at the Festival of the Masters at Downtown Disney, the chalk artists are demonstrating their skills. There seemed to be a few less this year. I love to photograph the artists working on their art because of the unusual varied positions they have to be in to work on their pieces. I try to get down low, but I think its easier for them than me. There are some extremely talented chalk artists here. The weather also was perfect for the art festival this year.

Concours D'Elegance

Last Sunday was the Concours D'Elegance car show in Winter Park, Florida. This is an annual event that brings in some beautiful antique cars, unique cars, and all of the rather expensive and pretigious cars. Park Avenue is shut down and the automobiles take center stage. The weather was close to perfect with only a small amount of spitting rain on and off throughout the day. This was a chance to work on some car photography. I got there early since the crowds get a little overwhelming as the day progresses. I started taking some shots with my lensbaby lens and then later switched back to my regular 18-200mm lens. With so many people it is easier to concentrate on detail shots. I also tried to get down low for more dramatic shots.

Next year I will make a note of the make of car!