Photography How To

How the Other Half Travel

Alpha Murgev — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 01:00:35 +0000

Travelling for business isn’t something I’ve done very much of, and, when I have it’s been on a budget. Recently however, I travelled with my new job to Perth, for a one day meeting.

Flying business class was the first nicety…

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Grab the Sunshine While You Can

Alpha Murgev — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:00:01 +0000

On a recent weekend away, the weather decided not to cooperate, and despite beautiful sunny days for weeks before, the weekend I chose to head to the beach, it rained. It didn’t just rained, the wind howled and debris was flying all over the place.

For a brief 2 hours on the Saturday though, the sun came out. I grabbed this opportunity in case it didn’t repeat itself, to take a few happy snaps:

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Spot the Difference

Alpha Murgev — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 01:00:03 +0000

I’ve been taking photos since I was still in single digits. I’m still nowhere near knowing all there is to know about photography. One of the first things you develop (if you really want to) is the eye. Some people have it naturally, or “by accident”. Others (like me) have to work on it.

My mother is also someone who is starting to work on hers.

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Stormy Sky Photographs

Alpha Murgev — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 01:00:47 +0000

Some amazing things happen in the blink of an eye. One afternoon I look out my window and it’s a normal sunny afternoon, and about 15 minutes later it looks like this…

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Photographs of Amazing Cakes

Alpha Murgev — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:00:55 +0000

I recently went to a Food Show, and part of the event included a culinary competition specific to cakes. It’s amazing what creations there were. There was a wedding cake section, as well as other artistic cakes. I’d never want to eat them!

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Possum Caught Red Handed!

Alpha Murgev — Thu, 29 May 2008 01:00:59 +0000

If you’ve ever been to Australia, you’ll undoubtedly be familiar with the “friendly” neighbourhood possum. These rodents are kind of cute, but are well known suburban pests - they take up residence in your roof, making a racket at night, and have extremely sharp claws that can easily cause damage.

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Why Taking Photos in Manual Mode is Better

Alpha Murgev — Thu, 22 May 2008 01:00:44 +0000

Everywhere I go I carry a camera with me. It depends on the type of place I’m going, as to which camera I bring along, but either way, all my cameras have the Manual Mode option.

Before I really began to delve into photography, I really had no idea how to use Manual Mode, so many of my photos were hit and miss. Once I learnt, I’ve never turned back. Sometimes, if I need to take the photo really quickly, I’ll put the camera on Auto, point and shoot. Here is why that isn’t always the best option…

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Old Building Transformed

Alpha Murgev — Thu, 15 May 2008 01:00:46 +0000

There are some buildings that just ooze history and character. Brisbane’s Powerhouse is one of those buildings, for me.

It used to be the city’s power station, and the integrity of the structure, both inside and out, has been maintained as much as possible.

Situated very close to the CBD, this structure remained unused for 30 years, until it was converted into an Arts Centre in 2000.

This building is now heritage listed and has been home to art displays, contemporary dance, theatre, music, and also has a bar, restaurant, and conference facilities.

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Photographing Rainbows

Alpha Murgev — Thu, 08 May 2008 01:00:08 +0000

Rainbows, no matter how many times I see then, I still get excited. They are a beauty of nature, especially after a ” little” bit of photoshop has been applied to them…

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Beautiful Beach Weather

Alpha Murgev — Thu, 01 May 2008 01:00:49 +0000

How lucky can one person be - to live so close to fabulous views like this, and be able to enjoy them almost anytime??

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