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photography by Joseph K Cowdell

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  • Vibrant Sunset in Pine Valley, Utah

    Vibrant Sunset in Pine Valley, Utah

  • 4K North Star Trails and Milky Way Photography in Pine Valley, Utah · Polaris Vinyl

    4K North Star Trails and Milky Way Photography in Pine Valley, Utah · Polaris Vinyl

    Long exposure night photography from Pine Valley, Utah. These two sets of photographs capture star trails and our night sky. These sets helped me determine the correct exposure and optimal time for night photography at nearly 7,000 feet (2100 meters) above sea level.
     
    The first set of photographs, Polaris Vinyl, faced the north star (Polaris) and was photographed for over one hour in Pine Valley, Utah, USA.
     
    The second set of photographs, Milky Way Rising, faced east and was photographed for over two hours in Pine Valley, Utah, USA. Next time, I will cut the exposure time in half while reducing the Milky Way’s star trails.
     
    Equipment used: Mirrorless camera, 14mm lens at f/1.8 lens, sturdy tripod, cable release
    Pine Valley Milky Way Rising 2021-05-16 Joseph Cowdell
  • Caring for another creature has improved my life

    Caring for another creature has improved my life

    Freya is 17 months old

    Caring for another creature has improved my life. Our dog, Freya, was born nearly seventeen months ago and she has taught our children responsibility and nurturing. Freya brightens their day when she greets them at the door with her favorite toy. Get a pet you won’t regret it!

     

  • Hannah’s hot chocolate

    Hannah’s hot chocolate

    Hannah stared at her hot chocolate like it held the secret to the universe. — Lilith Saintcrow

  • A bunch of roses for Brittany

    A bunch of roses for Brittany

    Trader Joe’s is the only place to get fresh, long-lasting flowers! These peach-colored roses lasted weeks longer than any others we’ve ever had.

  • Saint George Art Museum in Black and White

    Saint George Art Museum in Black and White

    Capturing the beautiful autumnal colors in black and white really changes the look. These photographs were captured near the St. George Art Museum.

    Photography 101 – Week 7 Assignment Requirements

    Make a series of images using the BW mode of your camera. Try some different BW settings that can be used with your camera (e.g., contrast, filter colors, etc.)  If you have image processing software that you feel comfortable exploring, shoot in JPEG and RAW, and compare the  JPEG image from the camera with your best BW interpretation using the software.

  • Inspiration from Jay Maisel

    Inspiration from Jay Maisel

  • Giant Carpenter Bees on Wisteria

    Giant Carpenter Bees on Wisteria

    Giant carpenter bees buzzed by my head as I tried to steal a shot. My heart raced every time one of them flew near my ear. Luckily, Debbie’s wisteria plants had plenty of blossoms to keep them occupied. 

    On a side note, does anyone have a good solution for seasonal allergies?

    Please make a vaccine for allergies.

    #bees #wisteria #carpenterbee #carpenterbees #macros #macro #macrophotography#allergies #vaccines #vaccine


  • Alex Boyé at the Sugarloaf

    Alex Boyé at the Sugarloaf

    My wife asked me to take some photos today for a school field trip. Luckily, the field trip was at Dixie Rock which is one of my favorite places to hike around and shoot photos. While they were up on the Sugarloaf shooting a music video, I hiked around and snapped some pictures of the event. After about an hour, I thought I heard someone repeatedly shouting my name. I thought I must be delirious from the sun, or the fact I didn’t eat breakfast. I kept hearing, “Joe Cowdell! Joe Cowdell!” Feeling anxious, I called my wife to double-check my sanity. She reassured me that it was Alex Boyé calling my name and that my daughter, just talked to him. I didn’t really know who he was before today, and I doubt I will forget this memorable day at the Sugarloaf.

    # From Wikipedia #
    Alex Boyé (born August 16, 1970) is a British-American singer and actor. He was named the “2017 Rising Artist of the Year” in a contest sponsored by Pepsi and Hard Rock Cafe.

  • Fort Pearce Milky Way with Hayden

    Fort Pearce Milky Way with Hayden