BlogHide Resteemsnighthawkdive (51)in photography • 7 years agosteemCreated with Sketch.Fun Creating Gif Images - Changing the Focal PointI decided to create a few more DoF (Depth of Field) gif images for fun. I took 14, 12, and 15 shots of each, respectively, in order to create the gradual change in focus. They may not be the most…nighthawkdive (51)in colorchallenge • 7 years agosteemCreated with Sketch.Color Challenge - Orange TuesdayThese lovely flowers are growing in my front yard. They were much more photogenic than the tall roses we have. I think I like the first one better. What do you think? Thanks for stopping by!nighthawkdive (51)in poetry • 7 years agosteemCreated with Sketch.No Rush in Life When There's No Rush to DeathFirst poem I've completed in about four years. I'm a little rusty, but it's nice to have accomplished something in this category of art. I decided to branch out into more fiction... so I hope you…nighthawkdive (51)in photography • 7 years agosteemCreated with Sketch.Sun Dial via Depth of Field gifThis is a depth of field gif image, or as I like to call it: a DoF gif (read in a stereotypical German accent lol). I took 10 images using a tripod and gradually changed the focal point for…nighthawkdive (51)in steemit • 7 years agosteemCreated with Sketch.To Share and Make ProfitsTell me if I'm wrong here. Steemit is a site for content creation. A place where the artist, writer, photographer, or blogger can be rewarded for the value they produce. And curators, as…nighthawkdive (51)in poetry • 7 years agosteemCreated with Sketch.Turn Around Dark EyesBelow is a poem I wrote awhile back. For some reason, this has always been a special one to me. My word play was in full force here. It's sad to think it's been nearly four years since I last wrote…nighthawkdive (51)in steemitphotochallenge • 8 years agoSteemitPhotoChallenge Entry (SPC23) - Fad of the 90sPogs disappeared as quickly as they arrived. I'm not sure why I still have all mine. I doubt they will end up being worth much. But they do give me some nostalgia from my childhood, and I can't…nighthawkdive (51)in introducemyself • 8 years agoThe Late Introduction of a Night Owl Who Gets Up EarlySo I'm a tad overdue for an introduction post. But better late than never, right? Hi, my name is Casey! I am an introverted photographer who lives in the northwestern US. I have a great…nighthawkdive (51)in steemitphotochallenge • 8 years agoSteemitPhotoChallenge Entry (#13) - FireballJust playing around with my Joby light to see what kind of effects I could get. I love LEDs. Camera: Nikon D600 Lens: Tamron SP 15-30mm f2.8 Settings: 1/10s, ƒ/2.8, ISO1600, 30mm Editing:…nighthawkdive (51)in steemitphotochallenge • 8 years agoSteemitPhotoChallenge #8 Entry 2 The IlluminatiThis was taken right by the waterfront in Seattle. The ferris wheel was lit up in different patterns and occasionally would appear like an eye, but it was only noticeable in a long exposure shot.…nighthawkdive (51)in steemitphotochallenge • 8 years agoSteemitPhotoChallenge #8 Entry 1 Space and TimeI was having a hard time deciding what to take pictures of for this challenge. I wanted to go to the ocean with an ND filter, but the tide was too high during sunset. I didn't want to drive 3 and a…nighthawkdive (51)in steemitphotochallenge • 8 years agoSteemitPhotoChallenge Entry (#7) - HelixEquipment used: Nikon D600 w/ Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 Settings: Manual mode, f22, 15mm, 39.2s, ISO 200 I took this photo near Elliot Bay in Seattle. I love the design of the bridge and the way it is…nighthawkdive (51)in steemitphotochallenge • 8 years agoSteemitPhotoChallenge Entry #6 - Reflections LakeI was bitten five times by mosquitoes in my quick stroll around the lake located near Anchorage, Alaska. I didn't want to get eaten alive so I couldn't stop for more than a couple seconds. This was…nighthawkdive (51)in poetry • 8 years agoReprieve (An Original Poem)The smell of a burning match is comforting And right now, I need something to calm me To distract me from confronting what I had done My stomach is turning And my conscience is yearning to speak…nighthawkdive (51)in poetry • 8 years agoFor those who deal with procrastination and lack of motivation.I've always struggled with finding the motivation to get things done in my life. From chores and organization to plans and goals, sometimes taking that first step is a monumental one. Here is a poem…