Unfortunately, the long exposure test shots killed my battery before I could capture the lunar eclipse this morning. And, my backup battery was dead too. So, what I have is an overexposed 30 second pic.
Anyway, I wanted to share a test shot—this was 1 hour before the eclipse actually happened.
The photo above was shot and cropped from my iPhone. At least I got something. Lol.
I just got my new wide angle lens. I’ve always wanted a really wide angle lens, and ever since this model came out, I’ve been eying it. Here are some test shots at the office.
Pretty bad ass. I have to give credit to Roger for recommending it to me years ago. Hopefully this lens will come in handy for my future trips.
As much as I love my iPhone camera, nothing compares to a real SLR with a big hunk of glass hung over the front.
Hat tip: Thomas Patrick Pangilinan
California has some of the best roads I have ever driven.
They’re winding, scenic and go for miles.
Highway 1 has to be one of the best roads in the US.
Patrick showed us some of his favorite rides, and it was driving nirvana.
The best part was trying to keep up with his crotch rocket in his S2000.
For $5, I’m not sure if this was the best beach I’ve been to… however, it was unique.
Pfeiffer beach is known for its purple sand… but you really don’t notice anything except the strong gusts of wind.
The combination of sand and salt water sprayed into your eyeballs was enough to make anyone turn around.
But there were some cool things—there was this little cave, which supposedly turns gold when the sun sets.
This was definitely was not a beach you’d just “hang” out at.
It’s not until you walk a little further where you notice the purplish sand.
And if you can get past being sand blasted with strong gusts of wind, it’s alright.
Annie and I decided to drive further south from Big Sur to explore more of Highway 1, as well as the coastline.
It’s incredible how dramatic things change every mile.
Pretty much every few miles there was a state park.
Just looking at this makes me want to go back there again just to spend a little more time to soak it in.
The combination of crashing waves, beach and perfect weather felt pretty much like paradise.
Best part was that there were hardly any people there.
Annie and I decided to drive up this crazy steep road with insane drop offs at every corner.
It was probably one of the most unnerving roads I’ve ever been on.
There’s not really much in the way of death if you take a tumble. But, it makes for a great view.