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Comply with me……..

Posted on November 21, 2010 by phil

I have very few equals when it comes to my contempt for the TSA and its fake-security theater. I opted out of flying altogether quite some time ago, because I will not subject myself to demeaning treatment for the appearance … Continue reading →

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I don’t collect butterflies.

Posted on October 5, 2010 by phil

I really hate the word ‘capture’ when applied to photography. There is an implication that the photographer is collecting images with a net, as one might butterflies. This is an insult to anyone who works at the art and craft … Continue reading →

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36 lessons

Posted on September 23, 2010 by phil

I have put up a set detailing some lessons I have learned in 40 years as an amateur photographer here on Flickr. Please feel free to stop by and comment :)

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There’s something in my eye.

Posted on September 10, 2010 by phil
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Terror Quiz

Posted on September 7, 2010 by phil
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Karma

Posted on September 7, 2010 by phil

I got a little bit of it on the way back from Delaware over the weekend. I was cruising in traffic on the PA turnpike, and came upon a 55 MPH zone. Slowing down for the speed zone produced an … Continue reading →

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Escape from pigment prison

Posted on September 5, 2010 by phil

I threw away my photo printer today. When I purchased it (a Canon ip7600) the ink cartridges cost 9.99 each. I saw one today for $18.00. It seems like more and more, when I turn the printer on it wants … Continue reading →

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Doing the math

Posted on September 2, 2010 by phil

So, it costs Netflix about a nickel to stream an HD movie to your computer. This set me off on a train of thought… I looked up the size of an HD movie. It appears that such a movie represents … Continue reading →

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Swoopy!

Posted on August 26, 2010 by phil

I very much like the new 100 Acres Art & Nature park west of the Indianapolis Art Museum proper on 38th street. It’s a visual feast, and has interesting art scattered throughout its environs. The photo is of Jeppe Hein’s … Continue reading →

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Insulting

Posted on August 25, 2010 by phil

I just received this (redacted) email on Flickr: Dear Phil Jern, My name is Sandra Gxxxxxx and I am an editor at www.gpsmycity.com. We are currently compiling a self-guided walking tour to Indianapolis that will be published on out site … Continue reading →

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