Overall, I really like how the book is so thorough and extensively describes almost every aspect you could think of when it comes to cameras and their uses. Reviewing all the different types and parts of a camera was really helpful. Especially the information on the different format cameras and the general operations of a film camera. I haven’t had the chance to experience and experiment with dark room photography, so i’m excited to explore that more and learn new techniques in photography. Also, I enjoyed reading the different experiments they suggest for you to try.

National Geographic 2011 photo contest

Space Shuttle Endeavour STS-130 in Ponte Vedra, Florida

I think it would be awesome to have the opportunity to take photos for National Geographic. They just announced their 2011 photo winners, along with other entries. I always enjoy going through the photos from their annual photo contest and seeing how people chose to visually translate moments of their lives. From the most historical, like the above picture, or showing the most simple aspects of our world, where even some of those are shown in a way that makes them  seem more profound.