Over the last few months, Topaz Labs has been working hard to update its software and one of the more recent updates was to Topaz Labs DeNoise AI. Topaz Labs DeNoise AI v3.6 includes a few important updates and bug fixes. Below you will find a … [Read more...]
April 6, 2022 By 1 Comment
Random Picture of the Week #195: Fall Colors in East Texas
This week's random picture of the week is of fall colors found in a single leaf. I know it's not fall and we are going into spring but I wanted to share this image because I love fall colors and this leaf is a perfect example of East Texas Fall … [Read more...]
April 2, 2022 By Leave a Comment
Hiking Tyler State Park C and D Loop Trail
The Tyler State Park C and D Loop Trail is a popular 3.3-mile interconnected trail that can be hiked as one trail or as separate trails. By some, the trail is considered moderately challenging. It can take an hour to an hour and a half to complete. … [Read more...]
March 30, 2022 By Leave a Comment
Review: K&F Concept 49mm UV CPL Lens Filter Kit
I finally was able to get a polarizing filter for my old Sony 55-210mm telephoto lens. The lens isn't used all that much but it's in my kit and used for long distant photo opportunities. On sunny days or days where there is a lot of glare the lens … [Read more...]
March 25, 2022 By Leave a Comment
Random Picture of the Week #194: The P. J. Mullens Building – Denison, Texas
This week’s random image is of the old P.J. Mullens Building in Denison, Texas. I came across this old building last year when I was passing through town and I just had to stop and take some pictures of it. The P. J. Mullens Building From what I … [Read more...]
March 17, 2022 By 2 Comments
Review: Soundcore Life A2 NC+
I listen to a lot of music, audiobooks, and podcasts. I prefer speakers and over-over-the-ear options, but earbuds are most useful for my needs. I also get tired of them quickly and want to upgrade them or just try and another style/brand. So, … [Read more...]
March 15, 2022 By Leave a Comment
Luminar Neo 1.0.2 Update is Here
If you haven't heard, Luminar Neo are image editing software created by Skylum. The Skylum development is constantly working at updating the software better. Earlier today I received an email from the marketing team that their latest update, Luminar … [Read more...]
March 10, 2022 By Leave a Comment
Review: K&F Concept 72mm Nano-X Circular Polarizers Filter & MC UV Protection Filter Kit
I keep losing my lens filters while on hikes. So, I needed to see what K&F Concept had that I haven’t tried yet. While I was going through the list of items Amazon had up for review, I was able to find a set of filters. They were exactly what I … [Read more...]
March 9, 2022 By Leave a Comment
Whispering Pines Nature Trail at Tyler State Park
Whispering Pines Nature Trail is a 1.3 mile an easy popular loop trail located near Tyler, Texas that features a waterfall, several bridges, creek crossing, and a great way to get to some of the nearby cabins. The trail is part of the trail system at … [Read more...]
February 27, 2022 By 1 Comment
Random Picture of the Week #193: Old Mom and Pop Service Station
This week's random image is of a recently restored old mom and pop service station in Denison, Texas. I came across this old station while exploring near the older parts of the downtown area looking for old buildings and houses to photograph. These … [Read more...]
