Category: Technology and Software
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Solar Panel & Tree
This small solar panel runs our electric fence. It does have a battery backup, so the occasional shading from trees isn’t a big deal. I wanted to get a picture of the sun, but this was my best alternative. Solar energy is what drives all life on Earth, one way or another. Prompt: We get… Continue reading
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Abstract Sheep
I played with a bunch of the Photoshop settings to make things look like paintings. This is Paint Daubs. I like it for the abstract nature of the black sheep on green grass. Prompt: Experiment in the digital darkroom today. Make a photo and post-process it any way you like to unleash your creativity. Continue reading
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Trio of Favorites
It’s like trying to pick your favorite kid – I can’t choose. So, I have my iPod Touch, my Kindle, and my Treo, now sadly relegated to third place. It used to be at the top of the list. Prompt: Electronic gadgets pervade our world. You’ve probably got several. Make a photo of your favorite… Continue reading
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Camera Options
Today I played with both the macro and pushing the exposure on my camera. Prompt: Find out what those buttons and dials on your camera do. Play today! Try a new setting and make a photo. Continue reading
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GRiDpad & iPod Touch
This is a picture of old and new technology in conflict. Prompt: There is often a conflict between traditional and contemporary. Make a photo that shows this tension. Continue reading
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SplashShopper Problems
I’ve been a loyal user of SplashShopper on the Mac and Palm for years. It’s one of the best shopping applications out there. It’s fast, it’s responsive, and it allows the creation of many lists and stores. When I got my new iPod Touch, I was looking forward to getting SS running on it. The… Continue reading
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iBook? Or Not
This is my computer story. Hubby installed Linux on my old iBook, then modified the log to reflect the new system. Prompt: Contrasting ideas engage the mind. Make a photo today that tells a story with contrasting elements. Continue reading
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My New Camera
This is a picture of my Macintosh screen, taking a picture using the built-in camera, of me using my camera. Prompt: Make your camera the star of the show today. Use another camera or a mirror to put your camera in a photo of its own. Continue reading
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I Hate Earbuds
These modified headphones are comfortable. Prompt: Someone once said, “Music is what feelings sound like.” Make a photo of something musical to illustrate the quote today. Continue reading
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A Solar Update
It’s been almost a year since we installed the solar hot water system. It provides both domestic hot water and supplemental heat for our radiant floor system. We learned several usage tricks early on, and they have not changed over time. We need to plan on doing most laundry and major hot water usage in… Continue reading
