Category Archives: Photography

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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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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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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New blog

Posted on April 10, 2009 by phil

I’ve put a new, more serious photography related blog up at http://www.philjernphotos.com Please feel free to visit me there, as well. It’s far more dedicated to the art and practice of photography, and I’m putting how-to and practical articles there.

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IPL Christmas tree

Posted on December 15, 2008 by phil

IPL Christmas tree Originally uploaded by pjern This tree had so many lights on it I understand NASA is looking into it for use as a planetary beacon.

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Still Life

Posted on December 14, 2008 by phil

Still Life #1 Originally uploaded by pjern I just had to try this. Light painted with a mini-maglight.

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Midnight Eats

Posted on October 8, 2008 by phil

White Castle in the rain Originally uploaded by pjern There’s darn few choices when you need to go out and get something to eat at 3 AM in this city.

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The inept photographer

Posted on June 7, 2008 by phil

Ectoplasm!?!?!? Originally uploaded by pjern who? Me, of course! Follow the link in to the Flickr page, and then go over to the Ask Metafilter page where my denouement took place. I still have this problem with over thinking things, … Continue reading →

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