Category: Photography
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Belize 2022 – Garifuna Settlement Day
The Garifuna Settlement Day celebration returned after its absence due to Covid 19. On November 18, 2022 an enthusiastic crowd estimated to be in the thousands eagerly awaited the boats to float into the Dangriga bay marking the official reenactment of Yurumein. It was an incredible sight to be there in person. Due to limited…
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CUBATrek 2022 – Santiago de Cuba
Santiago formerly the Capitol of Cuba is a vibrant seaport Province. The history is rich and while my focus was on baseball I was finally able to visit the Moncada barracks. Even today you will see bullet holes from the severe battle over fifty years ago. BACK TO CUBATREK 2022
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CUBATrek 2022 – Matanzas
Matanzas was a crucial stop on this trek. With very limited time I was able to witness the historic San Severino Castle/slave museum as well as Palmarde Junco which is 1874 became Cuba’s first baseball stadium. Remarkably, the stadium is still standing and games are currently being played. BACK TO CUBATREK 2022
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CUBATrek 2022 – Food
This year’s trek was a bit more challenging due to shortages, particularly food. A key part in making a trek successful is making sure you manage your diet which includes drinking plenty of water. BACK TO CUBATREK 2022
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CUBATrek 2022 – Casa Particulares
If you truly want to help the local economy your best bet for lodging is to find a good casa particulares. They are regulated by the government and most are an apartment-type or separate from the property. There are many sites available where you can compare properties based on what you are seeking. For the…
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CUBATrek 2022 – Culture
Despite shortages which affect the basic quality of life, Cubans are vibrant while being a resilient force. The people go about living their lives “making a way out of no way.” BACK TO CUBATREK 2022
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Advertising Project
As a free-lance photographer you get called to do a variety of projects/sites. One project which has become a stable is capturing photos from digital billboards. They are placed in restaurants, bars, clubs and all types of venues. While most of the request are for billboards, on occasions I shot ads which are part of…
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Eastcoasttrek ’22
These are some of the images of our recent Eastcoasttrek covering two countries, several states and several cities.
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Vin Scully
The legendary Vin Scully has passed. This short video highlights the memorials which have sprung up around Los Angeles.
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Popotla – July trek
Popotla is a fishing port just south of Rosarito. During this trek, once we crossed the border and entered Mexico we headed to Rosarito for a quick snack. In between Rosarito and Popotla are some great Mexican ceramic shops so we grabbed a few items and headed south. Arriving in Popotla around 11:30AM to our…
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Venice Beach Skateboarders
These are a few pics of the skateboarders performing at Venice Beach, CA. They were very athletic and showcased uncanny talent as they zipped up and down the skatepark.
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We Stand With Ukraine Rally – Venice Beach, Feb. 28, 2022
“The fight is here; I need ammunition, not a ride,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine This evening an energized group of Venice residents showcased their support for the people of Ukraine. They staged a rally in Venice, CA at 7PM. Those traveling on Pacific Avenue showed their support by following the signs which asked them to honk…
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Crystal Cove Beach ……a few scenes
Crystal Cove beach is one of the many stunning areas along the Southern California shoreline. Located in Orange County, it is immediately east of Newport Beach and nestled in between Laguna Beach. These are some scenes from my recent trek this past week.
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Good News – I am now a Certified Remote [Drone] Pilot
![Good News – I am now a Certified Remote [Drone] Pilot](https://fredyt3photos.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/faa-rules-and-regulations.jpg)
I am pleased to report I passed the FAA Part 107 small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS/Drone) test. Doing so allows me to legally provide drone services to clients as part of my photography business. Contrary to what you may see on YouTube or from other media, getting certified and passing the test is no joke.…
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Using the Vivitar Wide Angle Macro 500mm 1000mm Lens
For a photographer, whether newbie or vet having a selection of lens is a must. About three years ago I picked up a telephoto lens with the goal to grab close-up shots taken from a distance. The lens is pretty straightforward and can be used with just about any DSLR camera. The initial shots were…
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Historic Westside Legacy Park, Las Vegas, NV featuring statue of Barack Obama
Legacy Park is part of the “Historic Westside” community in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is an African-American onclave created during the heights of Jim Crow segregation. On December 4, 2021 the park opened and highlights those who contributed in making the area special. The park also features a sitting statue of the 44th President of…
