Lets try this again. So I have had several blogs in the past, but lets face it; they sucked. They sucked due to the fact that I did not understand them. I didn’t know why a photographer needed a blog nor did I know why I needed a blog. I only had one just because everyone else had one. In the last few months I have learned so much about myself, about photography, and about the industry. I am still learning what I am passionate for and where I want to head. I have a lot to say, a lot of questions, thoughts and ideas that I would like to put out there. So hopefully I will be using this thing more than I have in the past. Lastly, I am going to be posting a lot more pictures here, and I hope that you will join me on my journey into the photographic world, and watch me evolve as a photographer.
March Field Air Museum gives everyone the opportunity to get up close with our warbirds and appreciate their machinery and craftsmanship. Throughout March Field Air Museum you will get to check out some cockpits, engines, biplanes, simulations, history of March Field Airbase and get to view some of the cameras and lenses that they used during those periods. March Field Air Museum has such a diverse amount of historical items that you can spend all day just admiring and appreciating what our men and women had to use. I do enjoy photographing at March Field Air Museum, but it can be very tricky since the planes are so close next to each other and the bright skies make for tricky shooting conditions. The best bet when visiting March Field Air Museum is to use a Graduated Neutral Density or Circular Polarized Filter.
About March Field Air Museum:
March Field Air Museum, and the P-38 National Museum are adjacent to the March Air Reserve Base, Riverside, California. March Field Air Museum serves as home to over 70 historic aircraft and many inside displays relating to the history of March Field, now known as March Air Reserve Base. The main building was erected in 1993. Its style reflects the traditional hangars of earlier aviation days. The distinctive checkerboard roof can be readily seen from the Interstate 215 freeway. At the museum visitors can watch modern military aircraft as they land and take off daily. Inside the museum the visitor will find thousands of artifacts on display covering the years from 1918 to the present. Also displayed in the hangar are some rare and unusual aircraft, including a P-59 fighter, the first operational jet adopted by the U.S. Air Force over 50 years ago. The building also contains a theater in which visitors may view films about the history of March Field and U.S. military aviation, the General Curtis E. LeMay Library, a well-stocked Museum Store, a G-force Flight Simulator, and the museum offices.
Admission:
$8 Adults $5 children (5-11) children under 5 are free
For tour group rates, call 951-902-5949
Hours of Operation:
Open daily 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Tuesdays thru Sundays)
Closed Mondays and most holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, and Easter)
Location:
Open daily 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Tuesdays thru Sundays)
Closed Mondays and most holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, and Easter)
San Diego SeaWorld holds a special place in my heart. SeaWorld is the place that photography found its way into my life and would stick for years to come. Many other photographers will see that SeaWorld is not a place to photograph at, but if you look deep enough and hard enough into the meaning you will too find that they are many photographic spots. Throughout that park there are many locations to do a quick portrait of children and families with outstanding composition. Besides the many photographic opportunities, SeaWorld is also a nice place to relax with family and enjoy the shows and cool oceanic air.
If you love animals… (I love animals): Make time for feeding times: Meal time is the best time to meet some playful Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins, sea lions, and sting rays, who you can even feed by hand—but only at designated times throughout the day. Stop by in the morning to check the day’s schedule, then give yourself some extra time to get a great spot right at the water’s edge. Meet an animal trainer in person: It’s hard to ask animal trainers about their job when they’re racing through the water on the back of Shamu. But here’s something most guests don’t know. Our Dine with Shamu programs are the only time guests get back stage access to our killer whale habitat, where whales and their trainers share an inside look at their remarkable bond and what makes it possible. Reservations are recommended as seating is limited. Bring a disposable waterproof camera: There’s wet, and there’s Shamu wet. If you’re in the Soak Zone at Shamu stadium, you’ll have a lot more fun watching kids’ reactions if you don’t have to watch out for an expensive camera. A little tip for parents? Pack a poncho—or pick one up at the gift shop. It’s a great way to keep yourself and a towel or two dry, and still get in on the fun. Feed their imagination: Look for interactive work stations and computers located throughout the park that give kids a fun way to learn about the animals they meet. Kids can test their lung power against a walrus in Wild Arctic or see how a manatee grinds its food at Manatee Rescue. Sesame Street Bay of Play: Watch your kids play at Sesame Streets Bay of Play. The three new rides require children under 48 inches to be accompanied by a Supervising Companion (a Supervising Companion is a person over 14 years of age). Hand held infants may not ride these rides. Some of the Play Area elements have no height restrictions, but the ones that do vary according to the individual characteristics of that element. Make an autograph book: Put together an autograph book with kids ahead of time, then catch the Shamu and Crew characters from 9 a.m. to noon near the front gate. Catch the show before the show: Take your seat for the Clyde and Seamore show at least 30 minutes ahead of time. Late-comers miss out on their zany pre-show antics.
Admission:
$69 for guests age 10+
$59 for guests ages 3 through 9
Free for guests 2 years old and younger
Admission Includes:
All shows, exhibits, aquariums and rides (with the exception of Skyride and Skytower*) are included with park admission. Food, dining experiences, merchandise, Behind-the-Scenes Guides tours and animal interactions are optional and an additional cost. Advanced reservations can be made online under our Experiences section. *Skyride and Skytower tickets may be purchased inside the park for $3 for one ride or $5 for two rides.
Park Hours, Ride Hours and Show Schedule
Opening and closing times vary by season.
Hours are extended during holiday periods and summer evenings (May through Labor Day).
Ride operating hours vary from normal park operating hours. Sesame Street Bay of Play opens one hour past park opening.
