Posts Tagged ‘Italy’
When it won’t fit in one frame
Have you ever raised your camera to snap some sweeping vista — or maybe a cramped interior — only to discover that it won’t fit in a single frame? Happens to me all the time. I used to mutter naughty words and curse myself for not having a wider lens. Until one day, it occurred […]
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Tags: composite photos, Heather Munro photographer, Heather Munro wordpress, Italy, photo technique, Photoshop, travel photography, Venice
I haven’t posted anything since October 12—the longest hiatus in HeatherBlog’s brief history. So I don’t blame some of my readers (and more than a few friends) for wondering whether I’m still alive. The good news: Yes, I’m very much alive. The bad? I’m also very, very tired. Yesterday morning I shipped off a manuscript […]
Filed under: Attempted humor, Friends and family, On being creative, Psychology, Writing | 17 Comments
Tags: Germany, Italy, Mark Twain, Mark Twain quotes, Paris, rumors of my death, writing
Rome as a mosaic
It’s funny, the things you remember about your travels. This morning I was corresponding with my friend Chris about an upcoming trip. I’m flying into Paris, but don’t yet have an itinerary. Germany? Spain? Italy … Rome? Chris extolled the virtues of Rome in winter—and the convenience of the short-hop airlines like Ryanair, EasyJet and […]
Filed under: Photography, Psychology, Travel | 18 Comments
Tags: Colosseum, Heather Munro photographer, Heather Munro photography, Italy, Palatine Hill, Rome, travel photography, vacation
Avoid random camels
While flipping through Budget Travel this morning, I came across a wonderful rundown of the latest tourist rip-offs. I was reminded to watch out for semi-trained monkeys that go after your valuables—and wild ones that may “borrow” your camera for a self-portrait. Photos: David J Slater/Caters, via Telegraph.com I was also reminded that some scams […]
Filed under: Attempted humor, How to ..., Paris, Psychology, Travel | 16 Comments
Tags: Budget Travel magazine, Italy, Paris, pickpockets, safety, travel scams, travel tips
Seven cities in 10 days: Part 7
If you’re just joining us, you might want to check out Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 first. Or, just use the “by subject” pull-down menu to your right (you’ll find a category titled “Seven cities in 10 days”). Steve and I are a bit weary of the crowds in Florence, so we […]
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Tags: Florence, Icelandair, Italy, Italy photography, Milan, Paris, Photography, Place des Vosges, Rome, train travel in Europe, travel photography, Venice
Seven cities in 10 days: Part 6
If you’re just joining us, you might want to check out Parts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 first. Or, just use the “Seven cities in 10 days” pull-down menu in the “by subject” column to your right. Between the tourists lying squished in the street and the purse-snatchers, we’ve had a bad first impression […]
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Tags: Florence, Icelandair, Italy, Italy photography, Milan, Paris, Photography, Place des Vosges, Rome, train travel in Europe, travel photography, Venice
Seven cities in 10 days: Part 5
If you’re just joining us, you might want to check out Parts 1, 2, 3 and 4 first. We’ve been in Venice for two days. Today we’re leaving its welcoming, pedestrian-friendly streets for the bustling crowds of Florence. Day 5: Thursday, September 20, 2007 No early-morning walk today: I overslept. After a quick shower, we […]
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Tags: Florence, Icelandair, Italy, Italy photography, Milan, Paris, Photography, Place des Vosges, Rome, train travel in Europe, travel photography, Venice
Seven cities in 10 days: Part 4
If you’re just joining us, you might want to check out Parts 1, 2 and 3 first. It’s only day 4 of our trip and already we’ve visited three cities. After a rainy night, we awaken to a spectacular morning in Venice. Day 4: Wednesday, September 19, 2007 Noi siamo in Venezia! I woke up […]
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Tags: Florence, Icelandair, Italy, Italy photography, Milan, Paris, Photography, Place des Vosges, Rome, train travel in Europe, travel photography, Venice
Seven cities in 10 days: Part 3
If you’re just joining us, you might want to check out Part 1 and Part 2 first. We’re in Milan, where we’re getting ready to tackle the entire city—including the Duomo and La Scala—in one day. Within 12 hours, we’ll be on our way to Venice. Day 3: Tuesday, September 18, 2007 I don’t think […]
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Tags: Florence, Icelandair, Italy, Italy photography, Milan, Paris, Photography, Place des Vosges, Rome, train travel in Europe, travel photography, Venice
