Author Archives: dracphelan

Shooting the Moon

Posted on February 8, 2012 by dracphelan

I took this photo last night. I think it is pretty good, even if I didn’t use a tripod. The only alterations I did were ones I I would have done if using film (dropping the exposure to bring out … Continue reading →

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Garden Planning

Posted on January 27, 2012 by dracphelan

Well, it is a little past time to do a little garden planning. Last year was almost a complete failure for me, so I will be hoping for better weather (last year was record heat and extreme drought) and to … Continue reading →

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Why I haven’t built a storage shed

Posted on January 26, 2012 by dracphelan

I would like add a storage shed to my backyard. But, the city I live in (Garland, TX) has some antiquated codes involving doing this: http://www.garlandtx.gov/Home/Departments/Development+Services/Building+Inspection/Accessory_Building.htm The building must be built of typical building materials. Unpainted wood, tin, plastic, plain concrete … Continue reading →

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CENSORED

Posted on January 18, 2012 by dracphelan
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Picked Up A Lightbox Kit

Posted on January 6, 2012 by dracphelan

I picked up a lightbox kit, and it is amazing what a difference it has made in my pictures of small objects. I purchased this light kit from Amazon (SP200 Photo Studio In a Box). I think it is a great … Continue reading →

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Canon T3

Posted on October 28, 2011 by dracphelan

Today I got a Canon T3 with a 18-55mm and 55-200mm lenses. So far I have been very impressed. The ages at every iso have been free of color noise, crisp and sharp. Below is a gallery of the images. … Continue reading →

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The Change of Seasons – Autumn

Posted on September 30, 2011 by dracphelan

We have passed the calendar date for the beginning of autumn. But, today feels like the first real day of autumn in North Texas. We had a cool front come through (with strong storms) last night. Today, the weather outside … Continue reading →

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Thoughts On Federal Government Stimulus

Posted on August 19, 2011 by dracphelan

President Obama is promising a new stimulus program soon. In the long run I do not believe this will work. But, it might provide some short term relief. The trick will be to structure it in such a way to … Continue reading →

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Lunch 7/31/2011

Posted on July 31, 2011 by dracphelan

Today, I grilled pork loin chops with a mayhaw jelly glaze (tastes similar to apple jelly). For a side I fixed an apple crisp from scratch. All of this was prepared on my gas grill. I preheated the grill while … Continue reading →

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We All Need to Remember Courtesy and the Law

Posted on July 16, 2011 by dracphelan

Make Boston Bicycle Free This article brings up a good point. Bicyclist need to keep in mind that the traffic laws apply to them too. Now, don’t get me wrong. Most of us do remember this. But, just a few … Continue reading →

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