PhotoPass Photographers are Here to Stay

We recently reported that Disney was planning to replace their Walt Disney PhotoPass Photographers.  Beginning in 2019, they will begin testing a new system at 9 locations throughout the parks.  The plan is to install multiple cameras at certain character meet and greet areas.  These automated cameras will be positioned

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10 things to put in your bag before heading to the Disney Theme Parks

When you hit the Disney World Theme Parks, you want to be prepared.  If you are a parent, you can become a pack mule very quickly.  Pare it down a bit and take a look at this list.  You don’t need to bring a lot, just what is essential. 1.

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Photography Tips for Taking Night Photos in the Disney Parks

Disney Night photography is one of the hardest types of photography to master, especially when you don’t have control over the elements. I’ve been a professional photographer for more than three years now and am always learning new techniques and tricks to help perfect those night photos. Here are some

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Ready, Set, Pose! Meet and Greet Like a Pro

Who doesn’t love a character meet and greet? I love seeing the interactions between the characters and their fans!  From silly poses to autograph sessions, this special time is not be missed!  So, what do we all do?  We fumble for our cameras and cell phones, struggle with terrified children,

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More Buses to Receive Cameras for Safety

After testing cameras on a couple of buses, Walt Disney Transportation has decided to install four cameras in every bus in the fleet. For the safety of everyone aboard, three will be exterior, while one will be interior. I recently saw one of the buses in the test run. It

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Top 5 Things To Take Into The Parks For Hot Days

Last year I took my son to Walt Disney World in late September.  I was looking forward to lower crowds due to school being in session and cooler weather during a “fall month.”  I was right only about one of those things the lower crowds.  I honestly believe the week

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Disney to Test Surveillance Cameras on Buses

This week Disney Transport will test surveillance cameras on two buses. It is unknown at this time what exactly prompted the installation of the test cameras or if the cameras are recording guests or drivers. The first roll-out will begin on June 10, 2012.  I, for one, am all for video cameras

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Disney World Quick Tips: Photography Lessons

I take a LOT of photos on every visit to Walt Disney World and have literally thousands of them loaded on to my computer. That being said, I am neither a professional nor a particularly talented photographer. I just shoot what I like. This group of tips will focus primarily

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Walt Disney World Tips And Tricks: Photo Tips

I take a LOT of photos on every visit to Walt Disney World and have literally thousands of them loaded on to my computer. That being said, I am neither a professional nor a particularly talented photographer. I just shoot what I like. This group of tips will focus primarily

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Disney World Quick Tips – Don’t Carry The World On Your Shoulders

I learned a lesson in 2009, unless you normally carry a backpack in your day to day life don’t make Walt Disney World your first shot at carrying one all day. It actually gets painful later in the day when you carry that extra weight on your shoulders. In a

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