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Oct 30
6 min

Reviewing the Zeiss Ikon 517/16 120 film camera.

This is the story of a little camera that could. A camera that is underrated and forgotten. Despite its quality and performance, it's not...

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Mike

Oct 22
4 min

Visiting the Sturgeon Point Lighthouse.

There are many famous Michigan lighthouses to visit. There are quite a few lighthouses that are easy to find. This lighthouse is a gem that

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The Deer Ranch in St Ignace Michigan. A chance to feed and pet a real deer.

Mike

Oct 20
5 min

The Deer Ranch in St Ignace Michigan. A chance to feed and pet a real deer.

Just to the west of St Ignace sits an interesting stop for anyone who has time either coming or going through the UP. Located on highway...

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Printerpix is a terrible company and you should never use them.

Mike

Sep 29
5 min

Printerpix is a terrible company and you should never use them.

Wow, What a headline. You're probably thinking that I'm just writing this because of some personal vendetta or bad blood right? No, I'm w...

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Visiting and reviewing SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium in Auburn Hills

Mike

Sep 14
5 min

Visiting and reviewing SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium in Auburn Hills

SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium is located within the Great Lakes Crossing Outlets shopping mall in Auburn Hills. This is our review of SEA LI...

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Mike

Aug 31
4 min

Simple tips for photographing cats.

Cats are a wonderful part of our lives. For many of us they are to us no different than our children. Here's some tips on how to photograph

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Reviewing the Vivitar 28-70 f3.5-f4.8 lens

Mike

Aug 3
6 min

Reviewing the Vivitar 28-70 f3.5-f4.8 lens

This is a review of the Vivitar 28-70 f3.5-f4.8. It's a very interesting lens and one with a lot of possibilities when combined with a mo...

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How to connect an FD lens to your EOS Camera.

Mike

Aug 2
4 min

How to connect an FD lens to your EOS Camera.

Whether you want to try using something old on your snazzy new DSLR or you want to use your dad's old lenses from when he was your age you m

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Reviewing a Waterproof Camera Backpack by Endurax.

Mike

May 21
4 min

Reviewing a Waterproof Camera Backpack by Endurax.

Camera backpacks are really nice. There' also a dime a dozen on Amazon. I've used a few with various camera setups. It's really useful to be

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Mike

May 19
7 min

How to photograph night landscapes.

It's one of the most rewarding forms of photography. Sitting beside your camera in a pitch black night, waiting for the timer on your phone

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How to photograph river rocks with household items, to create a beautiful rockscape background.

Mike

Apr 22
2 min

How to photograph river rocks with household items, to create a beautiful rockscape background.

This is a project that you can easily do with kids and a cell phone. The process is super simple but produces wonderful results.

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Why you shouldn't waste advertising on Instagram to gain followers.

Mike

Apr 13
2 min

Why you shouldn't waste advertising on Instagram to gain followers.

So you may be wondering about Instagram ads. You've read online that paying for Instagram followers is a bad idea that will hurt you in t...

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Mike

Mar 5
3 min

Urban Exploration in Sheldon Iowa.

In Sheldon Iowa, along the Union Pacific tracks, lies a very cool old building. This building is in an advanced state of decay, however that

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The Silent Night Chapel in Frankenmuth Michigan.

Mike

Dec 28, 2019
3 min

The Silent Night Chapel in Frankenmuth Michigan.

On the far edge of the Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland's property in Frankenmuth, Michigan, is a treasure.

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Top 5 locations to photograph the Mackinaw Bridge from.

Mike

Nov 2, 2019
4 min

Top 5 locations to photograph the Mackinaw Bridge from.

These are 5 places to view the Mackinaw Bridge from. Whether you have time to view all 5 or just enough time to visit one, see them here.

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Camping at Rollways campground in Huron-Manistee National Forests of Michigan.

Mike

Sep 11, 2019
4 min

Camping at Rollways campground in Huron-Manistee National Forests of Michigan.

It's September, it's late in the season, and the fall colors are about to start making major cosmetic changes in the forests of Michigan. It

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The Holz-Brücke in Frankenmuth, Michigan

Mike

Aug 15, 2019
2 min

The Holz-Brücke in Frankenmuth, Michigan

In the town of Frankenmuth there sits a bridge on the Cass River. That bridge is one of the most unique and beautifully constructed covered

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Visiting Comerica Park for a Tigers game.

Mike

Aug 12, 2019
8 min

Visiting Comerica Park for a Tigers game.

I've always lived in the country. Growing up I loved watching baseball on TV. I always wanted to see a real MLB game, but there was a pro...

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The Tall Ships celebration in Bay City, Michigan. (Part 2, The main event.)

Mike

Jul 24, 2019
3 min

The Tall Ships celebration in Bay City, Michigan. (Part 2, The main event.)

To enter the gates for the tall ships cost $10 per person for a wristband. However, for an additional $10, or $20 total, you could also get

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The Tall Ships celebration in Bay City, Michigan. (Part 1, watching the ships arrive.)

Mike

Jul 23, 2019
4 min

The Tall Ships celebration in Bay City, Michigan. (Part 1, watching the ships arrive.)

Every three years in the city of Bay City, Michigan, a very special nautical event happens. "Tall ships," are defined as large, traditional

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Freelance photographers in Bay City, MI.