Author Archives: Phil Shepherd

A whirlwind of a week. I recently returned from a week in Disney on what I would call a pseudo vacation > Yes, It was time off, time away from home but we were there for a purpose. My daughters dance team qualified for the National finals held at the Coronado Springs Resort. We ended up havingContinue reading “Reflections”

One quick post before things get crazier than normal around here. It is recital week for Britt and immediately after that it is off to Florida for Nationals. I hope to get some great shots in the next two weeks. Lots of Dance pics, going to try and get some of the famous fireworks photosContinue reading “Getting ready”

I think I may have found a working title. Twilight and dusk; we should add dawn to that mix, are said to be the premier hours of the day for taking photos.The magical and  mythical hours in which all the prisms align in beauty. The only time I see dawn is when I am getting up for or already at work.Continue reading “A working title”

The beauty of life lies within its simpleness. I think many know this but few appreciate it or are unable to take the time to truly take a break and see the world around them. My desire to learn and explore photography I think is a way for me to step back and escape whatContinue reading “Simplicity”

I was recently in Denver on business. Denver as we all know is the Mile High city. 5280 feet. I am a sea level guy, 48 feet elevation. CAN’T BREATH! I was there a few years ago and had developed a wicked headache about three days into the 5 day long trip, this year I hydrated wellContinue reading “Travels”