foggy track

foggy track
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

This was taken at the Springdale track early am. Used the updated version of the mediachance hdr on the pc. Liked the orton finish.

gnarly tree on Park Ave.

gnarly tree on Park Ave.
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

Love the way this looks on the black background.

I swear I have a full years worth of editing left on these Utah pics!

pink rose...macro

pink rose
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

Love the macro, love the landscapes, love the nature shots. The telephoto one out. I'll be getting my first f2.8 lens next week....Can't wait!
This was taken with my current 200mm...I'll be getting the new vr2.

Once I recover from that expenditure I can save for the 105mm f2.8

butte with foreground

butte with foreground
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

Love being here with the family, hanging out and relaxing but I do love to get out and move around.

budding photographer

budding photographer
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

Had a great time shooting wth my grandson today....He only took 619 images.

He has a good eye considering he doesn't stay totally focused. There is definitely something to be said for being low to the ground.

peering through a window

peering through a window
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

I don't usually like to put more than 1 a day up on the blog but couldn't resist this one. It isn't a black and white but the colors presented that way.

self portrait....RARE

self portrait....RARE
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

You'll never catch me wanting to be in a picture never mind doing a posed self portrait.
However, I figured the day was gray and the light not lending to anything too great so....Here it is.

blue seas

blue seas
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

Caught this during the blue hour...It was actually getting too dark to shoot and this was just before I left.

waves on rocks

waves on rocks
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

I really like the way these rocks led into the houses on the point. Looking forward to getting my f2.8 glass soon....I'll go with the 105 first for macro and then the 200mm and start taking a few more horse and action photos.

For some reason the extreme sports, kayak, climbing, skiing, bmx etc seem to be calling me.

water against rocks

water against rocks
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

Took a nice walk along Marginal Way...It was cold and blustery but the clam 'Chowda' at the end was well worth it.

2 leaves on rock

2 leaves on rock
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

Take me away! The rushing waters and windy, blustery day didn't seem to bother these 2 leaves that found a home on this rock. Having a great, relaxing couple days before the kids and the grands come. can't wait!
We all need to remember and be Thankful for how important family is.

gnarly tree

gnarly tree
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

This was another Moab shot.
Going to Maine to be with the kids and grands this week coming up to spend Thanksgiving. Cannot wait.

The kids grow so damn fast.

I'll be posting some new and different photos and am looking forward to it. Also going to be getting a macro 105mm lens soon.

Looking Glass Falls

Looking Glass Falls PM
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

Took this a few weeks ago in the mountains.....this is awful, love my work but I REALLY just want to be in the woods, in the desert, at the beach or anywhere taking pics!

looking thru mesa

looking thru mesa
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

Another Moab pic....I just love the way we all see the same thing through different eyes!

Morning Glory Cluster

Morning Glory Cluster
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

What a pleasant surprise to walk out the door and start each day by looking at these flowers. They have been a favorite of mine since I can remember.

delicate arch light painted

delicate arch light painted
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

The Delicate Arch in Moab was light painted by the instructors of the Mountain High Workshops.
This was taken in the dark after a nice sunset.
We tried all kinds of different photography during the week.
I am so looking forward to the time that everything is right and I can go semi pro. Still have a ton to learn but it is the most fun learning something that I have had in a long time.
Don't worry clients...I'm not giving up the day job!

My Rental Car

My Rental Car
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

I really liked the perspective on this shot. It was also a good little car to get me through a couple of pretty bad (small) storms on the way back to the airport.

Had a great trip and am looking forward to getting home.

mountain view on side road

mountain view on side road
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

I took this on my drive back to salt Lake City from Moab. Couldn't pass this up. It was also a time for major reflection on how thankful I am for where I am in life and the wonderful things that are available to us here in the states!

park place gully

park place gully
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

This is just one of the many pics I'll post on flickr and on the blog. This was taken while with the Mountain High Workshops photo group.

Water Hazard

Water Hazard
Originally uploaded by saddleguy

Took this last week just before leaving for Moab for a photo workshop. These guys are owned by David and Heather Schneider and driven by Heather

Moab Trip Nov. 2009

This trip has been everything I wanted so far. LONG days shooting pics, class time, meeting new friends and sharing images.

Swore I'd never do a blog and who knows if I'll stay with it...We'll see!

Thanks for stopping by.

Mike