defocus·blog

Pepsi Throwback Is Back

The good news is that Throwback is back, as of yesterday, 28 December 2009. The bad news is that it's not as good as last time.

Lightning: The Hidden Danger

Did you know that you're more likely to be struck by lightning than killed by a tornado or a hurricane? You're more likely to be struck by lightning than killed in an amusement park ride accident, or an accidental plane crash. Your child is more likely to be struck by lightning than abducted by a stranger.

Neon

I am perversely attracted to neon. The bright light, strong color, interesting designs, and the way they bathe the scene in saturated color. When I see a nice neon sign I just want to point my camera at it.

Such A Fine Sight: Winslow's Route 66 Plaza

Ground is broken on the years-in-the-planning Route 66 Plaza in Winslow, Arizona.

Verizon MiFi Firmware Update (on a Mac)

There's a firmware update available for the MiFi 2200, but Verizon makes it difficult for Mac users. I work around the problem.

Rockefeller Center Doesn't Rock

What are you supposed to do in New York City in December? Go to Rockefeller Center and see the Christmas tree, of course. Dutifully, I made the trip so you don't have to.

Nice Work If You Can Get It

Pete Souza, official White House photographer, has one of the best jobs I can think of.

Get Off My Lawn

Camera manufacturers, led by Canon and Nikon, continue to push digital SLR development to new levels, with ever increasing image quality and more features. As a photographer, I don't care any more.