SmugMug ...

Checkout my SmugMug site for more of my photos ... http://adamsmarshall.smugmug.com.

Biggest Moon in 15 years ...

On December 12, 2008, the perceived size of moon as seen from Earth was the largest visible since 1993. The sky was clear in Utah ... picture taken just as the Moon cleared the Wasatch Range.

Fall Sky ...

This is a dumb shot, I know, but look at how clear and beautiful the sky is. This shot was taken looking straight up ... not a cloud in site. And look at the color ... no enhancement has been done.

First 2008 Mountain Snow ...

These photos were taken at 7168 South about 5:30 pm using 10X zoom. Note the rising moon and the almost cloudless sky ...

C the B?

In my continuing attempts to take some "macro" shots, here is one of my best successes so far. The photo was taken at the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy Garden Park at 8215 South 1300 West in West Jordan. It is a great place to visit to learn about conserving water.

Soothing ...

There is something soothing about watching and listening to water flowing lazily along on a late summer day. This is Big Cottonwood Creek near Old Mill.

Jordan River Temple Grounds ...

These beautiful petunias are part of the amazing gardens at the Jordan River Temple.

The area surrounding the petunias is super colorful!

Flower Closeup ...

I am still learning how to take good macros. I like this because of the colors.

Light and Shadows ...

I was particularily pleased with the lighting I captured on this flower. The photo was taken on the grounds of La Caille.

The Road to La Caille ...

... not quite as nice or scenic as The Road to Hana, but what more could you ask for just a few miles from home!

Water and Rocks ...

This photo was taken about 10 am in Big Cottonwood Canyon. I especially like the ripple effect as the water slowly flows over the multi-colored rocks. The day was fall-like and serene.

Vacation Photo Tips ...

Although the summer vacation season is drawing to a close, here are some vacation photo tips from Kodak.

There's no reason your vacation photos should be anything short of phenomenal. One way to make sure you capture your journey from beginning to end is to tell a story with your photos:

• Use photos to tell the story of your trip, from the time of your departure to your return.
  
• Capture the details. Take pictures of signs, ticket stubs, menus, and local maps.
• Take individual pictures of each member of your travel party with their favorite landmarks, rides, eatery or animal.
  
• Carry a small notebook to jot down quick details to use later.
  

Shooting without Flash ...

Here is a good article on shooting pictures without using a flash. These are the type of tips that can help turn ordinary photos into great photos. When you check out the article, take a minute to add the digital Photography School blog to your RSS Reader. The blog is filled with many good tips and tricks.

Looking for a New Camera?

When the time comes to look for a new camera, one of the best places to start is Steve's DigiCams (this Steve is not me, by-the-way). After spending a few minutes becoming familar with the layout of the site, you will quickly see that you can narrow your search down to only a handful of cameras you might want to look at in a store. I would like to know what cameras the readers of Adams Marshall Photography have, or are thinking about purchasing, and why. Leave a comment and let me know. Thanks!

Scott and Luke ...

Here is an attempt to use portrait mode on my Olympus E500. Note the blurred background. I love Luke's expression!

Initial Post ... and Goals!

As I strive to become a better photographer, and migrate away from using the "auto" setting on my Olympus E500, I will be posting photos for your critical review and suggestions. One of my goals as a young boy was to be able to take "good" photos. But, never seeming to have the time to develop my skills, I have always settled for point and shoot photography. Since I now have some extra time, being "semi-retired", let's see what will happen in manual mode!