tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85243644793207364942012-01-07T12:28:29.428-08:00It is all about photography in this blog. I will update readers on news and photo shoots. I will dedicate a bit to photography gear and possibly news in my daily life.Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.comBlogger2271100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-14179002546571565182010-07-12T09:24:00.001-07:002010-07-12T09:56:29.624-07:00<div></div><br />During the past month you may have visited my blog and in disbelief found nothing new. Not to worry. I am alive, well and still taking a gazillion pictures every week. I have been working on a new mfoto.ca main site, which will include my blog. New posts have been added to the new site. This site with remain for a while but I will not be adding new posts. Please bookmark and link to my <a href="http://mfoto.ca/blog">new blog at mfoto.ca</a><br /><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/newblog/932208490_rdpvN-L.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.ca/blog"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 382px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/newblog/932208490_rdpvN-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1417900254657156518?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-47626204888334261502010-06-08T10:10:00.000-07:002010-06-08T10:34:39.054-07:00<div><br /></div>After a long period of rain and cloudy days we lucked out with perfect weather for Jill and Sheldon's wedding on June 5th. The couple prepared for the the big day at their parents houses only a couple a streets apart on East Hill in Vernon. Plenty of jitters at Jill's made for great shots. Sheldon and the boys promised that my footage wouldn't include shots from the hospital as they showed me their skills on the trampoline in the back yard. The ceremony/reception was held at Sunset Ranch Golf and Country Club in Kelowna. This indeed proved to be a great venue with super friendly staff, nice amenities and great food. A huge congrats goes to Jill, Sheldon and Brooklyn.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon3/894401977_jv2ww-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon3/894401977_jv2ww-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon8/894391517_FCfX4-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 553px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon8/894391517_FCfX4-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon6/894391301_wp9eb-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon6/894391301_wp9eb-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon5/894391246_ST6AV-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon5/894391246_ST6AV-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon4/894391195_ieQ47-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon4/894391195_ieQ47-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon7/894391419_PsYir-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 553px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon7/894391419_PsYir-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon12/894391772_iN6bA-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon12/894391772_iN6bA-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon9/894391592_PZuNB-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 553px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon9/894391592_PZuNB-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon11/894391666_9F4WG-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon11/894391666_9F4WG-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon10/894391622_q4m8j-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon10/894391622_q4m8j-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>Check out <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Weddings/jillsheldon/12457373_ZN8VH#892131576_Bg299">more photos from Jill and Sheldon's Wedding</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div><br />Please follow the link for <a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2010/01/wedding-photography-in-okanagan.html">Prices and Options for our Wedding Coverage</a><br /><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-4762620488833426150?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-53368050389486461632010-05-31T09:34:00.000-07:002010-05-31T09:43:13.363-07:00<div><br /></div>Four halves of play, three shots on the post, two on the cross bar, 1 penalty and zero goals. Sounds like a couple of boring games perhaps. It was far from that. The two games I covered on Sunday were TOFC (Thompson Okanagan Football Club vs. Coastal and Vernon United U15 girls vs. Penticton. Both games saw plenty of chances and in both cases it was the home team that almost took victory. On Saturday TOFC beat Surrey 3-0 in an impressive game. A couple of shots here from the game vs. Coastal. <div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/surrey1/884766588_DftQb-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/surrey1/884766588_DftQb-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/surrey2/884766669_wHAH8-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/surrey2/884766669_wHAH8-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>Check the link for <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Soccer">more soccer photos from the weekend</a>.</div><div><br /></div><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-5336805038948646163?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-16875391514864381662010-05-27T19:50:00.000-07:002010-05-27T20:09:24.197-07:00<div><br /></div>What fun today! Jenny and the rest of the Vernon Senior Secondary graduation class lined up outside the courthouse in Vernon for the traditional group grad photo. Fifteen minutes later, the busses were ready and whisked the students back to school. It was however; long enough to feel the sense of euphoria the kids are feeling. Perhaps I should say young adults. Congrats Jenny. In the short time we had today I hope I captured the essence of the moment. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jenn1/881284353_Hg5N4-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jenn1/881284353_Hg5N4-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jenn2/881284855_QHmgW-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jenn2/881284855_QHmgW-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jenn3/881285111_6Zprv-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jenn3/881285111_6Zprv-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jenn4/881285286_4QNSj-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jenn4/881285286_4QNSj-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>Check out more photos from <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Portraits/jenssgrad/12337573_95ubd#881239847_ALuyS">Jenny's Grad</a>.<br /><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1687539151486438166?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-72848581293174890342010-05-25T09:39:00.000-07:002010-05-25T12:50:55.213-07:00<div><br /></div><div>A couple of trips to Kamloops over the long weekend and four soccer games later we have a bag of new memories from this great soccer tournament. We do not have a great end result to brag about this year but a couple of tied games gave us plenty of excitement. The girls can be proud as they never gave up. Thanks to the coaches for all your hard work and for spreading such a great tournament atmosphere. </div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/KYSA20104/878662891_TuiTT-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/KYSA20104/878662891_TuiTT-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/KYSA20103/878641208_7z2sa-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/KYSA20103/878641208_7z2sa-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><br /></a><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">(Tech Talk Warning)</span></div><div>In the first shot below check out the great view I had in the last game on Sunday in Kamloops. The second shot below shows my main soccer setup. It is a Canon 1D Mark III with an EF 300 2.8L IS. Depending on the shots I am after I shoot this lens with or without the 1.4x extender. Using the extender the focal length goes to 420mm with a max aperture of f/4. The first photo above is the 1D with 300 + 1.4x extender. On day one of the tournament I chose to travel light and shot only with the EF 135 2.0L on the 1D III and the EF 16-35 2.8L on the 5D II. </div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/KYSA20102/878641049_f2KQM-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/KYSA20102/878641049_f2KQM-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/1D3blog/878641267_aZS89-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/1D3blog/878641267_aZS89-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><br /></a></div><div>Check the link to see all the shots from the <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Soccer/KYSA/12284394_CGCer#876292547_AvcDM">2010 KYSA Cup Tournament</a>.</div><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7284858129317489034?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-10433940824296614852010-05-18T10:52:00.000-07:002010-05-19T16:17:43.536-07:00<div><br /></div>It has been another great week of shooting soccer. Last Wednesday I was at Marshall and dropped in on a couple of Vernon Men's City League games. I haven't shot men's soccer in a while so it was great fun being out in the evening sun getting a feel for the action. Check the link here for <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Soccer/Vernon-Mens-City-League/12228445_bZxhf#871225312_2Q3j7">more shots from the two games</a>. <div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/soccermay3/871294614_7MxeA-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/soccermay3/871294614_7MxeA-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/soccermay2/871294542_eoQ5C-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/soccermay2/871294542_eoQ5C-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><br /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: left;">The Vernon United U15 girls played a even match with Kelowna United on Sunday. With only one sub on the bench the Vernon Team had to work hard for the 0-0 draw. <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Soccer/vs-Kelowna-home/12218892_MA66f#870290766_sxMbA">More photos from the game</a> via the link. </div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/soccermay1/871294440_iMVsW-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/soccermay1/871294440_iMVsW-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><br /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: left;">Now only 23 days to the World Cup Start in South Africa. I am ready by the phone if either Getty Images, Reuters or AP should give me a call. I would clear my schedule. Call me: 250.503.8472 :)</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1043394082429661485?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-38809193303447260812010-05-17T11:18:00.000-07:002010-05-19T16:18:14.310-07:00<div><br /></div>I met James and the Country Gentlemen for the first time about a year and a half ago. We were doing a shoot for a poster as the gentlemen wanted to get out and play more gigs. The gentlemen, Stefan Raupach, Daniel Favell and Johan Linghor, have since done very well for themselves. Last year they the won the Valley's talent competition and it was evident to me that these young fellas had practised, practised and practised in order to put on the performance I witnessed at the Okanagan College on Saturday night. Being a guitar player myself it is humbling to see these guys whip up one great solo after another, taking turns backing each other up with a solid rhythm pattern. Another great guitar player, Neil Fraser, is the guy behind the scenes. I believe he has taught each of the gentlemen and the group. He was on the sound board Saturday tapping his feet and following every single note from the stage. After the concert the gentlemen came up to me and thanked me for showing up. They offered me a copy of their CD, which I really appreciate. This is the kind stuff which makes being a photographer all worth while. Thanks for a great experience.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jtcg1/870084711_LtNJQ-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jtcg1/870084711_LtNJQ-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jtcg4/870084933_nBXtR-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jtcg4/870084933_nBXtR-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jtcg3/870084913_tVkeN-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jtcg3/870084913_tVkeN-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></span></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jtcg2/870084795_6k6m4-M.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jtcg2/870084795_6k6m4-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>Link to all the photos from <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Music/James-and-the-Country">James and the Country Gentlemen at Okanagan College</a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"></div></span></div></span></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-3880919330344726081?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-70188735140857183982010-05-15T17:31:00.001-07:002010-05-19T16:18:29.629-07:00<div><br /></div>It is finally summer here in Vernon and it was a great day to meet up with Jill and Sheldon to discuss the final plans for their June 5th wedding, which will take place at the Sunshine Ranch in Kelowna. Jill and Sheldon really are a super nice couple and we absolutely look forward to their big day.<div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon1/867952012_9yFUT-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon1/867952012_9yFUT-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon2/867952103_XtLP9-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/jillsheldon2/867952103_XtLP9-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7018873514085718398?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-4868025354023493282010-05-12T10:01:00.000-07:002010-05-12T10:27:00.540-07:00<div><br /></div>I had the pleasure a while back shooting and putting a poster together for James &amp; the Country Gentlemen. Catch the James gang live a Okanagan College this upcoming Saturday, May 15th at 7:30 PM. Doors open at 7:00. Tickets are $10.00 at the Bean Scene, Blenz or at the door.<div><br /></div><div>I will be there with the camera and look forward to hearing these guys live.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/james/865004391_GoV3X-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/james/865004391_GoV3X-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-486802535402349328?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-79344949968237017042010-05-10T09:54:00.000-07:002010-05-10T10:19:08.620-07:00<div><br /></div>It has been a long time since I last did the hike to Cosen Bay on Kalamalka Lake. So long that I forgotten how beautiful and tranquil an experience it can be. Although this trail is public and only 3.5 km each way, I still got the feeling that I was the only person there in the middle of the vast and beautiful landscape. I can easily imagine what it would have been like for the first settlers to have made this trek down to the lake. I was warned by a few other hikers to watch out for rattle snakes. They had just seen one. Luckily I was spared this experience. I also met a nice gentleman who in awe at the look of my camara gear said; "That's the kind of camera i needed last summer". A grey horned owl nested near his home on Kal Lake last summer. He had many amusing stories of the whole ordeal including the story of a robin attacking the owl at one point. He promised to give me a call if they come back this year. <div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cosen3/862271292_sCbEQ-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cosen3/862271292_sCbEQ-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cosen1/862270718_FTfTW-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cosen1/862270718_FTfTW-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cosen2/862270921_K38zD-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cosen2/862270921_K38zD-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><div>Check out <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Vernon-Okanagan-Valley/Vernon-Okanagan-Valley/1092858_uExVz#862269212_FSy6U">other photos from Cosen Bay and Vernon</a></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7934494996823701704?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-9775340936197853842010-05-09T18:03:00.000-07:002010-05-09T18:25:01.267-07:00It was a beautiful day in Salmon Arm today and the soccer field was in excellent condition after a bit of rain recently. In the end this did not help Vernon today as a few scoring opportunities were missed. Shuswap won the game 4-1. It was however a well fought match and the coach of Shuswap mentioned that both sides showed great examples of fair play. <div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vsshuswap/861972604_fn7aJ-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vsshuswap/861972604_fn7aJ-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" width="500" height="500" id="ssidx"><param name="movie" value="http://cdn.smugmug.com/ria/ShizamSlides-2009120303.swf?AlbumID=12125565&amp;AlbumKey=pxbXJ&amp;transparent=true&amp;bgColor=&amp;borderThickness=&amp;borderColor=&amp;useInside=&amp;endPoint=&amp;mainHost=cdn.smugmug.com&amp;VersionNos=2009120303&amp;showLogo=false&amp;width=500&amp;height=500&amp;clickToImage=true&amp;captions=false&amp;showThumbs=false&amp;autoStart=true&amp;showSpeed=true&amp;pageStyle=white&amp;showButtons=false&amp;randomStart=false&amp;randomize=true&amp;splash=&amp;splashDelay=0&amp;crossFadeSpeed=350"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><param name="allowNetworking" value="all"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"><embed src="http://cdn.smugmug.com/ria/ShizamSlides-2009120303.swf?AlbumID=12125565&amp;AlbumKey=pxbXJ&amp;transparent=true&amp;bgColor=&amp;borderThickness=&amp;borderColor=&amp;useInside=&amp;endPoint=&amp;mainHost=cdn.smugmug.com&amp;VersionNos=2009120303&amp;showLogo=false&amp;width=500&amp;height=500&amp;clickToImage=true&amp;captions=false&amp;showThumbs=false&amp;autoStart=true&amp;showSpeed=true&amp;pageStyle=white&amp;showButtons=false&amp;randomStart=false&amp;randomize=true&amp;splash=&amp;splashDelay=0&amp;crossFadeSpeed=350" width="500" height="500" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allownetworking="all"></embed></object><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-977534093619785384?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-47175035626889750642010-05-07T19:27:00.000-07:002010-05-07T19:44:28.920-07:00<div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">NB. I originally posted this back in April of 2009. Today I revisited the photos taken at this concert and decided to post a few different shots. So here I go reminiscing about a great concert in Kelowna last year. </span></div><div><br /></div>It was a huge treat to witness one of Canada's greatest rock legends last night. <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/gallery/7988349_EM8gR#519211398_SLvbW">Neil Young</a> is currently touring through Canada and lucky for us he made a stop in Kelowna. I was at the concert with a good group of friends which made it even more enjoyable. I would certainly characterize myself as a Neil Young fan but I still do not master his huge library of songs, now spanning about five decades. Going into to last nights show I was thinking that I would have a hard time stomaching some of his louder stuff by it was quite the contrary. This guy really knows how to rock and witnessing it live was amazing. Neil Young pulls out is arsenal of guitars, from old beat up Gibson Les Pauls to the gorgeous Gretsch and Old Martin acoustic he bought from Hank Williams. Nice stuff when you enjoy great guitars.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/neilyoung/860136673_QMnkh-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/neilyoung/860136673_QMnkh-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/neilyoung3/860136818_iDERg-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/neilyoung3/860136818_iDERg-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/neilyoung2/860136728_cRRMr-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/neilyoung2/860136728_cRRMr-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/neilyoung4/860136859_ktNa3-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/neilyoung4/860136859_ktNa3-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/gallery/7988349_EM8gR#519220876_XHVwZ"><br /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">The set list had plenty of variety. Some well know classics such as Cinnamon Girl and Cowgirl in The Sand hit the spot with the audience. He did have a nice acoustic section with songs like Four Strong Winds, Unknown Legend, Heart of Gold and of course Old Man with the classic banjo solo performed by Larry Cragg.</div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/neilyoung5/860144598_YZyNK-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/neilyoung5/860144598_YZyNK-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/neilyoung6/860144687_ZHrWX-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></span></span></span></div><div><br /></div>Hats off to Neil Young for still doing this stuff at his age and holding up very well for a two hour plus concert. Five stars for this one. A huge thanks to Denise, Lorraine and Rick for helping me with my camera gear last night.<br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"></span></span></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/519214240_Qov7o-S-1.jpg"></a><br />Check out all the photos from the concert via this <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/gallery/7988349_EM8gR#519211398_SLvbW">link</a>.<div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-4717503562688975064?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-15330487709736032862010-05-06T20:06:00.000-07:002010-05-19T16:19:13.087-07:00<div><br /></div>The weather has been... well let's just say tricky lately here in Vernon. We had planned for an outdoor family shoot for the Bestard's this week but decided last minute to pull inside and do a studio shoot. We went portable so we set up backdrop and light in Neil and Jenna's kitchen/living room and then it was pretty much "lights and fast paced action" as everyone took turns in front of the camera. Lots of fun. Good to have you in Vernon for a while Gwen and nice to see you wonderful parents again. Hopefully Alyshia can join in next time.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/bestards1/859285908_MqSVP-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/bestards1/859285908_MqSVP-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/bestards4/859286185_YdASc-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/bestards4/859286185_YdASc-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/bestards2/859285930_Nbnd2-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/bestards2/859285930_Nbnd2-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/bestards3/859286056_9h8pv-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 579px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/bestards3/859286056_9h8pv-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>Check out more <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Portraits/Bestard-Family-Studio/12093772_oaDHp#859272909_2r64h">Bestard Family Photos</a>.</div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1533048770973603286?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-61513093243787802010-05-04T13:08:00.000-07:002010-05-19T16:20:04.666-07:00<div><br /></div>When booking our 8 or 12 hour our Wedding Photography Services we include a coffee table book with a selection of the best photos from your wedding day. With the 8 hour coverage comes an 8 x 10 book. With the the 12 hour coverage comes a 12 x 12 book. Please see an example below of the 12 x 12 book. <div><div><br /></div></div><div style="text-align-left;"><object width="450" height="300"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.blurb.com/assets/embed.swf?book_id=1331666&amp;token_id=787114&amp;token=de41453dde8f60f3dd9e8048e3334970" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="450" height="300" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object><div style="display:block;"><a href="http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/invited/787114/de41453dde8f60f3dd9e8048e3334970?ce=blurb_ew&amp;utm_source=widget" target="_blank" style="margin:12px 3px;"></a></div><div style="display:block;"><br /></div><div style="display:block;"><br /></div><div style="display:block;">Please follow the link for <a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2010/01/wedding-photography-in-okanagan.html">Prices and Options for our Wedding Coverage</a>.</div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-6151309324378780?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-1442802657630021132010-05-03T12:16:00.000-07:002010-05-19T16:19:45.977-07:00<div><br /></div>I met Siobhan in February for a portrait session and have now also created the poster for an upcoming event in Vernon. Siobhan will perform at the Peace Lutheran Church on June 18th, 7:30 PM. Click for a larger view of the poster and for more information on the event.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/siobhanposter/855726288_bFje5-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/siobhanposter/855726288_bFje5-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 425px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/siobhanposter/855726288_bFje5-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-144280265763002113?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-58762697370931814152010-04-26T18:14:00.000-07:002010-05-19T16:20:17.274-07:00<div><br /></div><div>I was on the road yesterday. 565 km from Vernon to Victoria. A soccer game in Penticton gave me the opportunity to take the route via Keremeos and Princeton. Some interesting scenery this way and of course I didn't take enough time or enough stops for photos. I did take a couple shots in Keremeos. After pushing through some lower mainland traffic I was the second last car to make the six o'clock ferry from Twassen - Swartz Bay ferry. The last shot of the day was taken shortly before arrival at Swartz Bay.</div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/keremeos1/848942538_SExYC-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/keremeos1/848942538_SExYC-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><br /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/keremeos2/848951149_zFwt7-M.jpg"></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/keremeos2/848951149_zFwt7-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/keremeos2/848951149_zFwt7-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/schwartzbay/848949346_rCZSn-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/schwartzbay/848949346_rCZSn-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-5876269737093181415?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-30127389123258715382010-04-26T10:45:00.000-07:002010-05-19T16:20:28.481-07:00<div><br /></div>To ensure that you have the best possible wedding day we always meet with you prior to the wedding to discuss your ideas and expectations for your wedding photos. In the Okanagan we have covered weddings in Kelowna, Vernon, Armstrong, Salmon Arm and at Silver Star Mountain. We will travel as far as it takes to cover your wedding. (please allow for extra travel cost).<div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett1/632162791_7A6t4-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett1/632162791_7A6t4-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><br /><b>Option 1</b><br />Our full day package includes 12 hours of shooting. We will post the best pictures in your own designated web gallery so friends and family can see what you have been up to. We also give you a disc with all original images after the wedding. This way you can make prints of your favourite photos. We also offer online print sales at discounted rates through our site. With option 1 we include a 12 x 12 hardcover coffee table book.<br />Price $2250.00 + taxes<br /><br /><b>Option 2</b><br />We also offer an 8 hour shooting package. It includes everything from option 1, only we give you a break and will ask you to smile for just eight hours instead of twelve. The coffee table book with option 2 is an 8 x 10 layout.<br />Price $1875.00 + taxes</div><div><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/angelamark1/645267221_sLJf4-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/angelamark1/645267221_sLJf4-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><b><br /></b></div><b>Engagement Session</b><br />When booking your wedding ask about our Engagement Sessions. We can meet on location or in our studio for an hour long session. Photos will be posted online and you can either download originals or order prints online through our site at discounted rates.<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"></span></span><br /><blockquote>As soon as my husband and I met Morten and his wife we knew immediately that we wanted them involved in our wedding. We were impressed not only by Morten's mix of candid and posed photos, but also by his outgoing personality. On the day of the wedding, I felt completely at ease as Morten ensured we got all the pictures we requested and then some! When we received the final edits of our pictures, my husband and I were absolutely amazed. I am so thankful that Morten was there for our special day because his pictures truly captured the happiness that will live in our memories forever. <div><br /></div><div>Kim &amp; Ben</div></blockquote><div><br /><blockquote><span style="font-style:italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Morten &amp; Diana,</span></span><div><span style="font-style:italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Thank you so very much for all of your hard work on our wedding day. The moments you captured are so special to us and the pictures are so beautiful! Thanks again; we really appreciated getting to know you a little bit and then having you there on our special day! We can't wait to show off our pictures</span></span><div><i><br /></i></div><div><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"></span></span><i>Chett &amp; Katherine :-)</i></div></div></blockquote><br /><blockquote>We were extremely pleased with the service provided by Morten and Diana. Morten's photos turned out exactly as we had imagined. Their laid-back but professional service added to the enjoyment of our wedding day.<div><br /></div><div>Gillian &amp; Justin</div></blockquote><br /><blockquote>Morten came up from Vernon to Silver Star for our most special of special days. It was great to take away the worry about having the shots you really want. I did have my camera and snapped a few shots but within 5 hours of the wedding Morten had already emailed us a link to the photos on the website! This was fantastic as much of our family were not with us for the day so we could share our joy right away with our family and close friends. I have barely looked at my shots since as we just can't get away fom his album. It is at the top of my favourites list!!<br /><br /><div>Morten was really easy to have around and even though you knew he was there he didn't take over the scene like some photographers can.<br /><br /><div>Thanks for a wonderful job now we just have to decide which photos to select. Oh what the heck maybe we'll just take them all ;-)<br /><br /><div>Thanks again Morten. We are so happy you were able to come and capture our day the way you did. We'll be in touch soon for some prints etc. I'm sure both our Parents will be ordering too.</div><div><br /></div><div>Marie-Cathrine and Tim </div></div></div></blockquote><br /><div><div><i><br /></i>To book your wedding please call me at 250.503.8472 or drop me a line at: <a href="mailto:mb@mfoto.ca">mb@mfoto.ca</a></div><div><a href="mailto:mb@mfoto.ca"></a><br /><br /></div><div>My favourite wedding photos from 2009 can be seen in the slideshow below. Move your mouse over the slideshow in order to skip photos or pause. </div><div><br /></div><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" width="480" height="420" id="ssidx"><param name="movie" value="http://cdn.smugmug.com/ria/ShizamSlides-2009120303.swf?AlbumID=10849879&amp;AlbumKey=4wUzB&amp;transparent=true&amp;bgColor=&amp;borderThickness=&amp;borderColor=&amp;useInside=&amp;endPoint=&amp;mainHost=cdn.smugmug.com&amp;VersionNos=2009120303&amp;showLogo=false&amp;width=480&amp;height=420&amp;clickToImage=false&amp;captions=false&amp;showThumbs=false&amp;autoStart=true&amp;showSpeed=false&amp;pageStyle=white&amp;showButtons=true&amp;randomStart=true&amp;randomize=true&amp;splash=&amp;splashDelay=0&amp;crossFadeSpeed=350"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><param name="allowNetworking" value="all"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"><embed src="http://cdn.smugmug.com/ria/ShizamSlides-2009120303.swf?AlbumID=10849879&amp;AlbumKey=4wUzB&amp;transparent=true&amp;bgColor=&amp;borderThickness=&amp;borderColor=&amp;useInside=&amp;endPoint=&amp;mainHost=cdn.smugmug.com&amp;VersionNos=2009120303&amp;showLogo=false&amp;width=480&amp;height=420&amp;clickToImage=false&amp;captions=false&amp;showThumbs=false&amp;autoStart=true&amp;showSpeed=false&amp;pageStyle=white&amp;showButtons=true&amp;randomStart=true&amp;randomize=true&amp;splash=&amp;splashDelay=0&amp;crossFadeSpeed=350" width="480" height="420" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allownetworking="all"></embed></object><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-3012738912325871538?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-22062169466010659572010-04-23T10:05:00.000-07:002010-05-19T16:20:43.742-07:00<div><br /></div>One of my favourite wedding photos from 2009 never made to the blog but better late than never. We shot Gillian and Justin's Wedding on an beautiful August day in Armstrong, BC. The wedding was very cozy and set around Gillian's family home near the outskirt of Armstrong. The featured photo seen below was captured in downtown Armstrong.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/gillianjustin/845458031_AhKvL-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/gillianjustin/845458031_AhKvL-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><blockquote>We were extremely pleased with the service provided by Morten and Diana. Morten's photos turned out exactly as we had imagined. Their laid-back but professional service added to the enjoyment of our wedding day.<div><br /></div><div>Gillian &amp; Justin</div></blockquote><div><br />Please follow the link for <a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2010/01/wedding-photography-in-okanagan.html">Prices and Options for our Wedding Coverage</a>. </div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-2206216946601065957?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-22481284630235692582010-04-22T11:26:00.000-07:002010-05-07T17:52:20.615-07:00<div><br /></div>This time of year I spend a lot of time on the soccer fields and always with my camera gear within reach. Three games were on the agenda this week. Two high school school games are done and a league game is coming up on the weekend. <div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/seatonsoccer/844723601_RPaDL-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/seatonsoccer/844723601_RPaDL-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">(Tech Talk Warning)</span></div><div>I have been experimenting with different setups over the years and find it quite rewarding now to be shooting with my dream setup, a Canon 1D Mark III, EF 300 2.8L IS + the 1.4x extender . For some of the games lately I have been using a two camera setup; the 1D with the 300 attached and a Canon 5D Mark II with the 70-200 2.8L. This allows me to shoot action almost all across the field with the 1D and when the action gets too close I turn to the 5D II. I am so enjoying shooting with the 1D due to three factors: First the autofocus tracking is a significant step up from anything I have used in the past. Second, shooting 10 frames per second ensures me that if there is some good action the likely hood of capturing is vastly increased. Third, I really like the look of the files if you nail the shot. I also try to shake things up from game to game. On Monday I shot the whole game with just the 1D and the 70-200. Other times I may throw on a different lens altogether in order to get a different look. </div><div><br /></div><div>Check my <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Soccer">soccer galleries</a> from some of the early spring games. </div><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-2248128463023569258?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-29592197647892726642010-04-22T10:15:00.000-07:002010-04-22T13:44:04.971-07:00<div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vernon0410/844783023_NRvre-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vernon0410/844783023_NRvre-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-2959219764789272664?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-29411372410044086582010-04-19T08:52:00.001-07:002010-05-07T17:53:09.385-07:00<div><br /></div>The weather forecast for Saturday morning at Silver Star Mountain called for rain and thunder storms. This did not stop Marie-Catherine and Tim from going a ahead with the plans for getting married right on the ski slopes. We met in Silver Star Village and went by Skidoo to the set location at the top of two ski runs; "Cloud Nine" and "North Star". After waiting for just five minutes I met the bride and groom for the first time as they arrived on cross country skis. Both with huge smiles on their faces filled with anticipation of what was about to happen. The weather held up and the sun did actually peak out for a while during the ceremony. This was a small and private wedding with the wedding commissioner, Stew Pike, witnesses and friends Jim and Sue Huffman, the couple to be and myself capturing the event. Marie-Cathrine's parents live in Quebec and Tim's parents in Australia and a family wedding and redo of the wedding vows are planned for January. I do hope for the guests in January that they get to hear the original wedding vows as they are some of the most entertaining vows I have ever heard. I hope one of my photos below reflect this. Congrats Marie-Cat and Tim and thanks for letting me be a part of your big day.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim1/841599875_3sZXs-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim1/841599875_3sZXs-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim2/841599927_AoYjM-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim2/841599927_AoYjM-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim3/841599990_tqDNr-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim3/841599990_tqDNr-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim4/841600049_3xVA3-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim4/841600049_3xVA3-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim6/841600188_vaQse-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim6/841600188_vaQse-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim5/841600104_ZiFLY-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 331px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marie-cattim5/841600104_ZiFLY-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><blockquote>Morten came up from Vernon to Silver Star for our most special of special days. It was great to take away the worry about having the shots you really want. I did have my camera and snapped a few shots but within 5 hours of the wedding Morten had already emailed us a link to the photos on the website! This was fantastic as much of our family were not with us for the day so we could share our joy right away with our family and close friends. I have barely looked at my shots since as we just can't get away fom his album. It is at the top of my favourites list!!<br /><br /><div>Morten was really easy to have around and even though you knew he was there he didn't take over the scene like some photographers can. <br /><br /><div>Thanks for a wonderful job now we just have to decide which photos to select. Oh what the heck maybe we'll just take them all ;-)<br /><br /><div>Thanks again Morten. We are so happy you were able to come and capture our day the way you did. We'll be in touch soon for some prints etc. I'm sure both our Parents will be ordering too.</div><div><br /></div><div>Marie-Cathrine and Tim </div></div></div></blockquote><br /><br /><div>Link to see all the photos from <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Weddings/Mary-Cathrine/11870693_vzU9y#839626955_7BV5h">Marie-Catherine and Tim's Wedding</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Please follow the link for <a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2010/01/wedding-photography-in-okanagan.html">Prices and Options for our Wedding Coverage</a>. </div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-2941137241004408658?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-63382885372979688552010-04-13T09:54:00.000-07:002010-05-19T16:21:02.536-07:00<div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/grad1/540647274_tj3JZ-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 553px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/grad1/540647274_tj3JZ-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"></span></span></span><br />I love grads! It is always a great experience watching the young ladies and men spread their wings and fly into the world awaiting them after grade 12. They are full of energy, brave and yet you can usually trace a certain apprehension as they know this is an important day and they are not always sure about what is next. Parents have a tear in their eyes and the friends are cheering. It is certainly a day full of emotion.<div><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/grad2/540647419_nCS9Z-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/grad2/540647419_nCS9Z-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"></span></span></span>I have been lucky to cover several grads and would be thrilled to cover yours in 2010. I offer portrait sessions, full or half day sessions. We do portraits of family, friends and peers. For more information drop me a line at: <a href="mailto:mb@mfoto.ca">mb@mfoto.ca</a> or call me at: 250.503.8472.<div><a href="mailto:mb@mfoto.ca"></a><br /><div><a href="mailto:mb@mfoto.ca"></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/grad3/540647725_G87bN-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/grad3/540647725_G87bN-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/grad4/540658156_DJQ5A-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/grad4/540658156_DJQ5A-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-6338288537297968855?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-33970391965268548112010-04-13T08:54:00.000-07:002010-05-19T16:21:17.209-07:00<div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Another blog has come to life. Wendy Elrick's Blogger site is now live. Wendy is a counsellor in Vernon, BC specializing in equine therapy. I have put the site together for Wendy and have also provided all the photography. Check it out.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://wendyelrick.blogspot.com/">www.wendyelrick.blogspot.com</a></div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/wendyelrick/835815385_df58Z-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://wendyelrick.blogspot.com/"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 526px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/wendyelrick/835815385_df58Z-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-3397039196526854811?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-75096987283977500792010-04-12T08:55:00.000-07:002010-05-19T19:59:53.525-07:00<div><br /></div>As a last stop of a day of chasing wildlife in the Lower Mainland we decided to aim our cameras at birds of a different kind. The sun was setting over the Straight and the early evening flights were arriving at the Vancouver International Airport. I was surprised to see how many aviation fans had made this their Saturday outing. There were guys here with laptop and radar readings telling us exactly when and which planes to expect. A few guys had made the trip up from Seattle and had been there since 5 AM. It was a good atmosphere and one guy invited us to use the bed of his truck, which gave us just enough clearance so we could shoot the planes landing.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/planes1/834754176_bzCdp-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/planes1/834754176_bzCdp-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/planes2/834754240_bfuwa-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/planes2/834754240_bfuwa-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/planes3/834754300_yQQN2-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/planes3/834754300_yQQN2-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7509698728397750079?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-30102106190730232502010-04-12T08:43:00.000-07:002010-05-19T20:00:10.491-07:00<div><br /></div>I was out shooting wildlife with Henrik in the lower mainland on Saturday. It was a gorgeous crisp spring day and the mountains on the horizon were stunningly beautiful with the recent snow we have had. We were chasing raptors all day without much luck due to a low tide and somewhat windy conditions but it was still a stellar day where the highlight was a flock of snow geese spooked by a low flying eagle.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/geese2/834744025_3tJps-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/geese2/834744025_3tJps-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/geese3/834723186_Zuq3g-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/geese3/834723186_Zuq3g-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/geese1/834721423_5i6Dg-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/geese1/834721423_5i6Dg-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/geese4/834744167_wqsp4-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/geese4/834744167_wqsp4-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-3010210619073023250?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-84770086714634305792010-04-06T13:26:00.000-07:002010-05-19T20:00:36.620-07:00<div><br /></div>It was cold on the soccer fields over Easter but we all warmed up the end as our Vernon United U15 girls finished strong and took the bronze medals at the Icebreaker Tournament played in windy Winfield. This was my first soccer outing with my Canon1D Mark III and I really enjoyed efficient autofocus tracking and the high frame rate shooting at 10 frames per second. 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We have provided all the photos for the site so make sure to check the photo gallery. A great place to stay in Vernon right on Okanagan Lake and Mary-Jo and David will take good care of you. You can count on it. <div><br /></div><div><a href="http://okeefeslanding.com/">www.okeefeslanding.com</a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/okeefe/821541814_Y4C9h-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://okeefeslanding.com/"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 581px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/okeefe/821541814_Y4C9h-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-8667176821375759655?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-29420386037223649892010-03-26T11:43:00.000-07:002010-05-07T17:59:32.811-07:00<div><br /></div>The parents of the Lumby Stars Pee Wee hockey team called me up again and to use their own words; We are ecstatic, our boys won the Provincial Championship and we have no choice but for you to come back and shoot them again. I was in Lumby just a month ago shooting a concentrated looking team. This week it was a relaxed group of players and coaches that met me and it was all smiles across the board. Congrats on the championship Lumby. <div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></span></span></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumby1/820039049_UzjCW-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumby1/820039049_UzjCW-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumby2/820042614_pJZ6j-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumby2/820042614_pJZ6j-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumby3/820042652_uihF3-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumby3/820042652_uihF3-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Hockey/Lumby-Stars-Provin/11623428_5uSct#819482543_8SfSD">Link</a> to more shots from the <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Hockey/Lumby-Stars-Provin/11623428_5uSct#819482543_8SfSD">Lumby Stars</a>.</div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-2942038603722364989?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-4020370039713429042010-03-26T08:50:00.000-07:002010-05-07T17:59:53.535-07:00<div><br /></div>Although we were a bit late to the party we could still feel the Olympic atmosphere in the air while visiting Vancouver a couple of weeks ago. I should mentioned that the Paralympic Games were still on and but unfortunately we did not have time to take in any of the events. We did however get a chance to stop by the Olympic Flame on the waterfront in Vancouver. We were told that waiting times to get up on the viewing deck during the olympics were about six hours. Things had certainly slowed down as we walked right up a took a few snaps of the flame.<div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/olympicflame1/819933924_s4KjD-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/olympicflame1/819933924_s4KjD-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/olympicflame2/819933966_CR6gk-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/olympicflame2/819933966_CR6gk-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/olympicflame3/819934011_hBANg-L.jpg"></a></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/olympicflame3/819934011_hBANg-L.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 375px; height: 600px; " src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/olympicflame3/819934011_hBANg-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-402037003971342904?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-82075422044371165122010-03-22T16:29:00.001-07:002010-05-19T20:01:05.138-07:00<div><br /></div><div>What a place. It won't be the last time we set foot in Zihautanejo. Only I think we will stay a bit longer next time. Hidden from the larger hotels you often see on the coast of Mexico, Zihautanejo is a gem in my eyes. Of course you see many tourists here, but it was quaint and a very pleasant experience. We were visiting friends who were eager to share the experience of the town and surrounding areas with us. What a treat it was. They took us to the ten mile long beach at Barra de Posoti and to several excellent restaurants. Thanks guys. We really appreciate the hospitality from the "locals". </div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/zihaut1/816965553_Sd5vN-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/zihaut1/816965553_Sd5vN-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/zihau2/816965397_tXahw-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/zihau2/816965397_tXahw-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/zihaut3/816965642_DWVjv-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/zihaut3/816965642_DWVjv-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Travel/Zihautanejo-Mexico/11540525_HHNuZ#808781600_XfEzu">Link</a> to check out a few more shots from Zihautanejo.</div><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-8207542204437116512?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-41312072768446456452010-03-17T21:44:00.000-07:002010-05-07T18:00:16.482-07:00<div><br /></div>Around lunch time on Sunday March 7th, while in Mexico City, Sharon asks us if anyone would care to go see Coldplay. We had no idea that they were playing in Mexico City but didn't hesitate for a second. What an opportunity! We got ticket right away and headed out for the concert which proved to be at a much bigger venue than I had anticipated. I didn't know all the songs at the show but did sing along to hits like, Clocks, In My Place, Yellow, Fix You, Viva La Vida and the Scientist. Lead singer <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Martin">Chris Martin</a> was simply amazing and I enjoyed many of the songs I'd never heard before. <div><br /></div><div>I encourage you to check the link below to the official Coldplay blog post, which describes the concert very well.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/coldplay1/813073946_9Ym58-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/coldplay1/813073946_9Ym58-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/coldplay2/813074033_PGoxL-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/coldplay2/813074033_PGoxL-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><a><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div></a><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/coldplay3/813074115_Sjvu3-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><br /></div><div>Link to more <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Music/coldplay/Coldplay/11545276_2tkRw">Coldplay photos</a>.<br /><div><br /></div><div>Link to the <a href="http://www.coldplay.com/newsdetail.php?id=605&amp;page=0">official Coldplay blog post</a> from the concert.</div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-4131207276844645645?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-90223553746024195822010-03-17T17:37:00.000-07:002010-05-07T18:00:29.621-07:00<div><br /></div>The blog has been quiet for a couple of weeks but it has been quite the opposite for me. I have been away for spring break and had an adventurous time in Mexico City (and Zihautanejo separate blog post to come). We were visiting with good friends in Mexico City. Our friends live in the beautiful Polanco area with parks, cafes, and plenty of restaurants nearby. It was the perfect base and we couldn't have wished for better tour guides. Mexico City won our hearts with a perfect blend of history, art and colonial architecture. One of the highlight was a visit to the Zocalo in the heart of the city where we viewed the awe inspiring murals painted by Diego Riviera. The visit to the pyramids and the Frida Kahlo museum also stands out as memorable and educational. Mexico City is a dream destination for a photographer. I brought four lenses to Mexico but for the most part I ended up shooting with just my 16-35 or 135 mm attached to the 5D II.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/mexicocity1/813022510_JCyzt-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 546px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/mexicocity1/813022510_JCyzt-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/mexicocity2/813031331_zrpLi-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/mexicocity2/813031331_zrpLi-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/mexicocity3/813031568_gRLQs-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/mexicocity3/813031568_gRLQs-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div>Check out more shots from <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Travel/Mexico-City/11540392_yKgKd#804414535_X6udE">Mexico City</a> via the link.</div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-9022355374602419582?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-62201398949469403082010-03-02T16:25:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:00:47.993-07:00<div><br /></div>Sunday I had the pleasure of meeting the local cello quartet; The Bridge. A bit of panic set in as we had scheduled to meet right in the middle of the gold medal hockey game between Canada and the US. Fortunately we postponed the shoot so we all got to witness Crosby's golden gold. It worked out quite well as we ended up shooting late afternoon in the golden hour. I have been told that "The Bridge" have a rocky edge playing everything from folk to rock to classical. Unfortunately I have not had a chance to hear them play yet. I am sure I will catch them soon on a local stage. Stay tuned for a poster for the quartet, which we will put together very soon. <div> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/thebridge2/801192758_wn3zw-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/thebridge2/801192758_wn3zw-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/thebridge1/801192701_5UYXn-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/thebridge1/801192701_5UYXn-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/thebridge4/801192885_mQ52V-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/thebridge4/801192885_mQ52V-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/thebridge3/801192824_LL6Hs-L.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/thebridge3/801192824_LL6Hs-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-6220139894946940308?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-16017495399519462212010-02-27T11:21:00.000-08:002010-05-19T20:04:19.981-07:00<div><br /></div>Agatha Soros, Kelowna wedding and event coordinator, contacted me a few weeks ago regarding a web site for her business. After discussing pros and cons of a regular web site versus a blog site she decided on a blog. I am very excited about the possibilities with the blogger sites as it brings the web experience to life with frequent updates and ever changing content. We have just launched Agatha's site: <a href="http://www.astylishaffair.ca/">www.astylishaffair.com</a><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.astylishaffair.ca/"></a><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/a-styllish-affair/798220815_27s68-M.png"></a><a href="http://www.astylishaffair.ca/"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 579px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/a-styllish-affair/798220815_27s68-M.png" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1601749539951946221?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-30558924109507292292010-02-25T10:46:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:01:19.235-07:00<div><br /></div>In preparation for an early summer concert at the Vernon Music School Siobhan called me for a portrait session. We were aiming for a photo which can be used in a poster promoting the summer concert. Siobhan also needed head and shoulder portraits for her portfolio. Siobhan is currently in her second year at McGill in the music program as an opera singer.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/siobhan2/796583880_KMC7E-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/siobhan2/796583880_KMC7E-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/siobhan3/796583981_9YcEN-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/siobhan3/796583981_9YcEN-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/siobhan4/796584018_bp2d3-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/siobhan4/796584018_bp2d3-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/siobhan1/796583796_rRDUW-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/siobhan1/796583796_rRDUW-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div></div><div><br /></div><div>Link to <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vernon0410/844783023_NRvre-M.jpg">more photos of Siobhan</a></div><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-3055892410950729229?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-57384484990382000562010-02-24T08:05:00.000-08:002010-05-19T20:00:49.094-07:00<div><br /></div>My <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/popular/#53888113_KksRu">Smugmug</a> site has a feature named; "Most Popular Photos". These are the photos where visitors have clicked the "thumbs up" icon in the top right of the photo or have left me a comment. Topping the chart is the photo shown below of the snow ghosts taken at the top of Silver Star Mountain. This photo has been used for a post card and ran for two or three years as a banner on Silver Star's home page. As of today the popular photos gallery contains <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/popular/#53888113_KksRu">455 photos</a>. I invite you to to <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/popular/#53888113_KksRu">browse the gallery</a> and please feel free to drop me a line with a comment.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/popular1/796149514_SCbZH-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/popular/#53888113_KksRu"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/popular1/796149514_SCbZH-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/photorank/796160369_RZi8Q-M.jpg"></a><br /><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/popular/#53888113_KksRu"></a><div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/popular/#53888113_KksRu" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 534px; height: 450px; " src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/photorank/796160369_RZi8Q-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-5738448499038200056?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-55630815951741952942010-02-23T08:58:00.000-08:002010-05-19T20:01:21.698-07:00<div><br /></div>There was excitement in the air at the hockey rink last night as I came out to photograph the Lumby Stars. The team has qualified for the Provincials for the second year in a row and I was invited out to team photos and individual portraits of the players. Having watched a bunch of olympics in the last couple of weeks I felt like a curler as I was sliding my strobes around the ice and moving back an forth for the different poses. All in all a fun shoot where the boys were super easy to work with. Thanks to Mary and coaches for having me back.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumbystars1/795391671_2bpk3-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumbystars1/795391671_2bpk3-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumbystars2/795391732_nmtPh-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumbystars2/795391732_nmtPh-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumbystars3/795396786_TnRbs-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lumbystars3/795396786_TnRbs-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div>See all the <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Hockey/Lumby-Star/11325347_szWKz#795124075_kbjdq">Lumby Stars Photos </a>via the link.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>(Tech Talk)</i></span></div><div><i>The Lumby Star were lit by two Elinchrom BXRi 500 strobes each with a 66 cm softbox. For rim light I used an Elinchrom Quadra Ranger bounced into a small reflective umbrella. Camera was the Canon 5D II using primarily the 85L but also a 50mm for group shots and 135L for the head and shoulder portraits.</i> </div><div><i><br /></i></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-5563081595174195294?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-49527296833109170472010-02-22T09:27:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:02:06.518-07:00<div><br /></div>At the end of the season for the Whitecaps Soccer Academy in Vernon I was invited out to the indoor arena to do team shots. Everyone was in a great mood as this was the very last day. Not that the kids didn't like the academy but on this day you could tell they were going to have a good time in order to wrap things up on a good note. We are fortunate to have this program in Vernon with a stellar facility and great coaches.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/whitecapsteams1/794539949_N6EUq-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/whitecapsteams1/794539949_N6EUq-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/whitecapsteams2/794540036_GmrCe-M.jpg"></a><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/whitecapsteams2/794540036_GmrCe-M.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 600px; height: 436px; " src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/whitecapsteams2/794540036_GmrCe-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-4952729683310917047?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-16872032098568047232010-02-21T21:01:00.000-08:002010-05-19T20:02:27.104-07:00<div><br /></div>Mary Thurber, Realtor with Century 21, stopped by the studio last week. We were doing portraits for Mary's new business cards. Mary has a great smile, handled the studio setting like a pro and I have no hesitation recommending her if you are looking for a realtor in the Vernon area. <div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marythurber/794142567_kCKdN-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/marythurber/794142567_kCKdN-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div>Check Mary's listings on: <a href="http://www.homesweethomevernon.com/">www.homesweethomevernon.com</a></div><div>or email: <a href="mailto:mary@homesweethomevernon.com">mary@homesweethomevernon.com</a></div><div><br /></div><div>I have also had the privilege of putting the business card together for Mary.</div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_SoTtsROzNvA/S4ISCn2Zm7I/AAAAAAAACBU/J4foPOLucvg/s1600-h/Screen+shot+2010-02-21+at+8.56.37+PM.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 228px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_SoTtsROzNvA/S4ISCn2Zm7I/AAAAAAAACBU/J4foPOLucvg/s400/Screen+shot+2010-02-21+at+8.56.37+PM.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440931136083172274" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></span></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1687203209856804723?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-14759348170539126882010-02-21T20:29:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:25:04.093-07:00<div><br /></div>This past week we attended the first annual Cafe' Francais at Seaton Secondary. It was a fundraiser for the French Immersion program in Vernon. The kids took care of the entertainment with a band performance and several solo acts. The coffee and cakes were delicious. We showed up with cameras and studio lights. We captured portraits of many of the guests with a French cafe' scene back drop created by the Seaton students. We had great support at the "photo booth" and donated all the proceeds to the students. Thanks to all the volunteers and especially Stephanie Hewson for putting together this fun event.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cafefrancais1/794110316_vj7Lg-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cafefrancais1/794110316_vj7Lg-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cafefrancais2/794110487_FdkEh-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cafefrancais2/794110487_FdkEh-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cafefrancais3/794110628_z2uuc-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/cafefrancais3/794110628_z2uuc-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>Check out <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/cafefrancais/11893595_ERUKB#790964777_uRdxQ">more photos from Cafe' Francais</a><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1475934817053912688?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-67473514211676748702010-02-17T16:26:00.000-08:002010-05-19T20:03:55.161-07:00<div><br /></div>I was pretty excited when I saw the Sarah Renner VISA ad for the first time today. The TV spot runs on CTV during the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. The first photo, as the ad begin, is one of many shots I have captured of Sarah Renner over the years. Best of luck to you Sarah at the Olympics. <div><br /></div><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/e54EpbcK97o&amp;hl=en_US&amp;fs=1&amp;"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/e54EpbcK97o&amp;hl=en_US&amp;fs=1&amp;" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object><div><br /><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sarahrenner/791281051_7ehiJ-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sarahrenner/791281051_7ehiJ-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-6747351421167674870?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-77211958420436052422010-02-11T18:44:00.001-08:002010-04-13T08:39:13.628-07:00<div><br /></div><div>I am excited to launch the web site for the Youth Symphony of the Okanagan. I have put the site together as a blog (blogger), so that they easily can add content as new events or concerts are announced. Please note that photography for the header and feature photos on this site are done by Kelowna Photographer Daniel Hayduk.<div><br />Check it out at: <a href="http://www.youthsymphonyokanagan.com/">www.youthsymphonyokanagan.com</a></div></div><div><br /></div><a href="http://www.youthsymphonyokanagan.com/"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 530px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/Screen-shot-2010-02-11-at/786442729_gwvPh-M.png" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><blockquote><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></span></div>On behalf of the Executive board, parents, and most importantly, our musicians, I wanted to thank for your time and creativity in designing our website. You have brought us into the 21st century. I have had several inquiries about the YSO and requests for tickets since going online. Community calendars have somehow found it and posted our events on their sites. It is the beginning of a lot more exposure for us. I am also very appreciative of how quickly you completed the project and responded to all our questions, additions and changes. Thank you for being flexible and prompt. </div><div><br /></div><div>With sincere thanks and appreciation,</div><div>Lucy Ruthven</div><div>President, Youth Symphony of the Okanagan</div></blockquote><br /><div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7721195842043605242?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-31246973111746568032010-02-10T20:10:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:16:16.243-07:00<div><br /></div>We managed to get away for few days of skiing over the weekend and also reunited with an old of friend of mine. Our families stayed in a gorgeous vacation home at Silver Star Mountain with great ski access. It had been a while since I have been downhill skiing so we mainly hit the blue runs of the Silver Woods Chair on the first day and then moved onto the steeper Putnam Creek side on day two. <div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm1/785801895_w8gLi-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm1/785801895_w8gLi-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>We were treated to some fresh powder for Saturday morning and then the sun came out to play. I had a blast Saturday skiing in a group of five and we hit runs like White Elephant, Holy Smokes, Sunny Ridge, Calliper, Normania, Gypsy Queen and Wee Willie. It was a great reminder of what brought me to this beautiful area in the first place. Skiing!!!</div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm3/785802042_Uq9fQ-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm3/785802042_Uq9fQ-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm4/785809455_wkotF-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm4/785809455_wkotF-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div>To view more follow the link to this <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Silver-Star-Mountain/Silver-Star-Mountain/1092867_pTJTr#783061328_KE6Hd">Silver Star Gallery</a>.</div><div><br /></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-3124697311174656803?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-1167818971134191502010-01-31T20:04:00.000-08:002010-02-11T14:20:53.354-08:00<div><br /></div><div>I guess it is one of those days where you start longing a bit for days with more sunshine and perhaps a nice cooling dip in the lake. I stumbled upon this photo today, which was taken this past summer at an overnight stay at Pillar Lake. The days were hot and the lake was just perfect for either a quick trip on a boat or for a swim.... sigh !</div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/pillar1/786279049_6GYar-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/pillar1/786279049_6GYar-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-116781897113419150?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-45669234306367387652010-01-31T12:16:00.000-08:002010-06-28T16:23:33.278-07:00<span style="font-style: italic;font-size:85%;">An unscientific lens review by Morten Byskov - mfoto.ca</span><div><span style="font-style: italic;font-size:85%;"></span><br />The wide-zoom is an obvious choice for landscapes and event photography. I use this lens extensively for interior, travel and wedding photography also.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Cameras-Lenses/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/IMG4939/645472449_iXSrk-M.jpg"></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Cameras-Lenses/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/IMG4939/645472449_iXSrk-M.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 400px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Cameras-Lenses/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/IMG4939/645472449_iXSrk-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#551A8B;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></span></div><div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 400px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Cameras-Lenses/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/IMG3667/712141718_Z32uX-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></span></span></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Cameras-Lenses/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/IMG3667/712141718_Z32uX-S.jpg"></a><br />On the 5D and 5D II the EF 16-35mm 2.8L really shines. I find the range very versatile and use the lens at it's full range. You can create some dramatic images when used at 16mm. In the image above I used the 5D II in an ice cave near Jasper and in the image below the old Dairy Queen in Nelson BC was shot with a 5D. <div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Cameras-Lenses/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/IMG0158/158765745_cT9XM-M-1.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 400px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Cameras-Lenses/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/IMG0158/158765745_cT9XM-M-1.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Many buyers will wonder if they really need the extra f/stop. I must admit that I often shoot this lens in the f/8 - f/11 range but for event, stage and wedding photography you often need all the speed you can get, such as in the photo below - a scene from a school play shot at 26mm, f/2.8.</div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Cameras-Lenses/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/IMG8915/232557877_pVAt3-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 400px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Cameras-Lenses/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/Canon-EF-16-35-28L/IMG8915/232557877_pVAt3-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Canon has released a newer model of this lens, the EF 16-35 2.8L II and I have often toyed with the idea of an upgrade. Some shooters will vouch that the lens was due for an update but so far I haven't found enough of a reason to upgrade. </div><div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">You can <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/gallery/1488332_BnyyQ">view more photos taken with the Canon EF 16-35mm 2.8L</a> on my SmugMug site.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div><br /></div><div>Link to other reviews:</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/11/canon-eos-1d-mark-iii-review.html">Canon EOS 1D III</a></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/03/canon-eos-5d-mark-ii-camera-review.html">Canon EOS 5D II</a></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/01/canon-ef-16-35mm-28l.html">Canon EF 16-35 2.8L</a></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/01/canon-ef-85mm-12l-ii.html">Canon EF 85 1.2L II</a></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2008/11/canon-ef-135mm-20l.html">Canon EF 135 2.0L</a></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/01/canon-ef-70-200mm-28l.html">Canon EF 70-200 2.8L</a></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2008/11/canon-ef-300mm-28l-is.html">Canon EF 300 2.8L IS</a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-4566923430636738765?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-91571094450439259842010-01-22T12:55:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:16:46.874-07:00<div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssa3/770393798_DQsqM-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssa3/770393798_DQsqM-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><div>January has been busy for me with several visits to Silver Star Mountain. We have been updating photos for <a href="http://www.silverstarmountain.com/cms/">Silver Star Accommodation</a> for the vacation homes rentals on the mountain. I am always amazed of the beautiful homes you can rent for your ski vacation. The list of amenities are endless and most often the homes will feature "to your door" ski access. A few samples are shown in todays blog post. <div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssa2/770393601_Rrw5p-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssa2/770393601_Rrw5p-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssa2/770393601_Rrw5p-M.jpg"></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssa1/770393463_pkoST-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssa1/770393463_pkoST-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-9157109445043925984?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-2847822410618366992010-01-18T16:28:00.000-08:002010-02-25T11:07:10.741-08:00<div><br /><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/MJO2010Cvr/767881243_5ZtK8-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 263px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/MJO2010Cvr/767881243_5ZtK8-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><div>The 2010/2011 Vernon and North Okanagan Map Book &amp; Visitor Planner hit the streets today and I am proud to say that one of my photos made the front cover. I have also provided several photos, which can be seen throughout the publication. Furthermore I have been involved as a graphic designer creating several ads for the Map Book. Thanks to Mary-Jo and Diana at MJO Communication for your cooperation. I am positive that the Map Book will be well received in the community and by guests visiting our area.</div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-284782241061836699?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-4321541914261763222010-01-10T17:27:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:02:38.993-07:00<div><br /></div><div>We went mobile with our studio on Friday. We had an appointment to shoot cakes with Veronica Stanton, owner of Infinity Cakes and Pastries. Veronica had prepared an elaborate display of not only cakes but also festive fruit carvings and vegetable trays. I also had the privilege of creating the logo and business card for Infinity Cakes. It has been a delight working with Veronica and I wish her luck with Infinity Cakes.</div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/infinitycakes1/761936877_ufsEN-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/infinitycakes1/761936877_ufsEN-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/infinitycakes1/761936877_ufsEN-M.jpg"></a><br /><br /><div>A few words below from Veronica about the business:<div><br /></div><div><i>I’m a trained pastry chef, serving Vernon and the Okanagan a vast array of wonderful wedding and special occasion cakes, desserts, pastries and food art. My goal is to provide my customers an exceptional, original, sweet course they will not soon forget.</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>Veronica Stanton</i></div><div><a href="http://www.infinitycakesandpastries.com/">www.infinitycakesandpastries.ca</a></div><div><a href="mailto:infinitycakesandpastries@gmail.com">infinitycakesandpastries@gmail.com</a></div><div>250.309.0704</div><div><br /><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/infinitycakes2/761936942_GnZaG-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/infinitycakes2/761936942_GnZaG-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/infinitycakes2/761936942_GnZaG-M.jpg"></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/infinitycakes3/761939356_stSVj-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/infinitycakes3/761939356_stSVj-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/infinitycakes4/761939477_n4fMC-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/infinitycakes4/761939477_n4fMC-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><br /></div></div></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-432154191426176322?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-2523606419992450202010-01-07T21:46:00.000-08:002010-02-11T08:43:58.076-08:00<div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/darcy4/759936190_5EcnR-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/darcy4/759936190_5EcnR-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />Today I met up with Darcy, an aspiring young actor/model. We were working on Darcey's portfolio and shot in the studio and on location in Vernon. I think we both agreed that our favourite shots were shot on location so my selection for the blog are from the old packing house near the railway tracks in Vernon. Have fun on your upcoming trip and best of luck with the acting/modelling. It was fun working with you.<div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/darcy1/759936060_h9auD-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/darcy1/759936060_h9auD-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/darcy2/759936098_bkLEh-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/darcy2/759936098_bkLEh-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/darcy3/759936151_m3Rax-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/darcy3/759936151_m3Rax-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-252360641999245020?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-45688914581967036002010-01-01T22:21:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:09:05.325-07:00<div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/squamish4/755151832_iCxRh-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/squamish4/755151832_iCxRh-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/squamish4/755151832_iCxRh-M.jpg"></a><br />I was in the Vancouver area for the last few days of 2009 and December 31st was celebrated by shooting eagles in Squamish, BC. I lucked out and was invited to join four other wildlife enthusiasts for a day, which just got better and better the further we got into the Paradise Valley near Squamish. We also lucked out with the weather as the heavy rain didn't set in till the very end of the day. Thanks to Henrik, James, Bob and Gilles for the good company and a great day of shooting. Hope to do it again before long. <div><br /><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/squamish1/755151612_3TKHD-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/squamish1/755151612_3TKHD-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></span></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/squamish4/755151832_iCxRh-S.jpg"></a></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/squamish3/755151805_SLmqx-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/squamish3/755151805_SLmqx-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/squamish3/755151805_SLmqx-M.jpg"></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/squamish2/755151742_7DEzu-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/squamish2/755151742_7DEzu-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div>Check out my <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Mixed-Bag/Eagles-in-Squamish/10828768_ijpqh#755135919_sc5Jm">twenty or so favourites</a> from the day via the <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Mixed-Bag/Eagles-in-Squamish/10828768_ijpqh#755135919_sc5Jm">link</a>. </div></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-4568891458196703600?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-78952336769939022102009-12-27T13:23:00.001-08:002010-02-11T09:10:51.703-08:00<div><br /></div><div>Your couldn't wish for a better day for cross country skiing. Temperatures around -5 and beautiful sunshine. Vernon is under the cloud cover today so driving up the road for just a few minutes lands you in this fairytale like setting above the clouds and in the sun.</div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sovereign1/750899494_QbNvq-M.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sovereign1/750899494_QbNvq-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></div></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7895233676993902210?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-80669381576041501082009-12-26T20:05:00.000-08:002009-12-26T21:01:31.701-08:00<div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/nakiska1/750345850_oncPn-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/nakiska1/750345850_oncPn-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/nakiska1/750345850_oncPn-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Canon 5D II, EF 16-35 2.8L, f/16, 1/200, ISO 100</span></div><br /></div><div>I had planned to go chase more eagles today but life got in the way so I ended up going out for a short hike close to where we live. It is funny how photography works it ways. The photos in today's post are the kind I had anticipated capturing yesterday. Yesterday I ended up with eagle shots and today I had hoped for more wildlife and ended up with landscapes scenes instead. I was hiking below a ridge where I have seen eagles and hawks hovering in the wind. As stated above I didn't see any birds and there was no wind at all. I did get out just as the sun was setting and it made for some beautiful scenes.</div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/nakiska2/750345921_8ST4C-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/nakiska2/750345921_8ST4C-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/nakiska2/750345921_8ST4C-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Canon 5D II, EF 16-35 2.8L, f/11, 1/250, ISO 100</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/nakiska3/750345940_NCsUw-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/nakiska3/750345940_NCsUw-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/nakiska3/750345940_NCsUw-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Canon 5D II, EF 300 2.8L IS + 1.4x extender, f/8, 1/640, ISO 320</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-8066938157604150108?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-47313186498671373792009-12-26T18:12:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:08:41.677-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/eagles3/750345739_bmTok-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/eagles3/750345739_bmTok-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/eagles3/750345739_bmTok-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Canon 1D III, EF 300 2.8L IS + 1.4x extender, f/5.6, 1/1000, ISO 250</span></div><br />The holiday week is a great time to get out and take some photos of things I normally do not have time to chase. The whole family headed out armed with cameras on Christmas day and we were pleasantly surprised as we saw more eagles or hawks than ever before. I will be heading back for more before long.<div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/eagles2/750341681_RZtjR-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/eagles2/750341681_RZtjR-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/eagles2/750341681_RZtjR-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Canon 1D III, EF 300 2.8L IS + 1.4x extender, f/5.6, 1/1000, ISO 200</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left; ">I used the 1D III whenever I anticipated that I needed the tracking. In the bottom photo the eagle was very far away and the image is cropped from the 5D II file at 21.1 mega pixels.</div><div style="text-align: left; "><br /></div><div style="text-align: left; ">My interest in wildlife photography is without doubt sparked by spending too much time around a very talented wildlife photographer, <a href="http://photographybyhenrik.com/">Henrik Nilsson</a>. Do yourself a favour and check out his <a href="http://photographybyhenrik.com/">galleries</a>.</div><div><br /></div></div></div></div><div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/eagles1/750341618_WnX8P-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/eagles1/750341618_WnX8P-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Canon 5D II, EF 300 2.8L IS + 1.4x extender, f/5.6, 1/500, ISO 100</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-4731318649867137379?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-29760683489768015152009-12-24T08:27:00.000-08:002009-12-24T08:37:12.029-08:00<div><br /></div>A quick blog post today with a wish for a Merry Christmas to all of my friends and the wonderful people I have had the chance to work with this year. Have a good one and Happy Holidays to you all. <div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/frosty/748769434_xpxGf-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/frosty/748769434_xpxGf-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/frosty/748769434_xpxGf-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-2976068348976801515?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-40260525313541197652009-12-15T09:57:00.000-08:002010-05-03T13:54:31.438-07:00<div><br /></div>Let me quickly introduce myself. My name is Morten Byskov and I have been a photographer for as long as I remember. It all started in grade six on a school trip where I snapped portraits of my classmates and the sites we saw. Armed with a Kodak Instamatic I knew I was onto something. My equipment has changed significantly since then but one thing remains the same: my passion for capturing moments in time.<div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Portraits/Mugshots/msmug/841705129_U8Pbj-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 450px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Portraits/Mugshots/msmug/841705129_U8Pbj-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />In my blog you will find updates about photo shoots and by keeping a photographers angle in mind, I will be talking about gear and show case some of my photos - most often with links taking you to full galleries at my SmugMug site. I may get into key events in my daily life and some days I will post a "photo of the day". Other times I will get more in depth about gained experiences in the field. I hope you enjoy the blog.<div><br /></div><div>Contact me at <a href="mailto:mb@mfoto.ca">mb@mfoto.ca</a> or 250.503.8472</div><div><div><br /></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-4026052531354119765?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-3132023942302525522009-12-13T17:37:00.000-08:002009-12-18T20:52:21.217-08:00<div></div><br />Another day of action at Sovereign Lake for the NORAM sprints today.<br /><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram6/740816001_ygLi3-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram6/740816001_ygLi3-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram6/740816001_ygLi3-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />Quote from Cross Country Canada's news page:</div><div>Phil Widmer and Dasha Gaiazova, both of Banff Alta., bolted their way around the 1.1-kilometre skate-sprint track at the picturesque Sovereign Lake Nordic Ski Club to win gold in both the men's and women's races. <a href="http://www.cccski.com/main.asp?cmd=doc&amp;ID=6036&amp;lan=0">Read More...</a></div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram5/740815926_GF2nm-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram5/740815926_GF2nm-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram5/740815926_GF2nm-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram4/740815816_GwDVC-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram4/740815816_GwDVC-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram4/740815816_GwDVC-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div>Check out all the <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Cross-Country-Skiing">original photos</a> the men's women's sprint races via this <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Cross-Country-Skiing">link</a>.<div><br /></div><div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Cross-Country-Skiing">Order prints</a> or buy a "digital download" prior to Jan. 1st and get 15% off. Use COUPON CODE: xc2009</div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-313202394230252552?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-84053487511112878812009-12-12T16:06:00.000-08:002009-12-16T09:53:00.005-08:00<div></div><br />It was great being back at Sovereign Lake to shoot the cross country ski races today. Lots were at stake for the athletes as many are fighting for a spot on the Olympic team. I am back again Sunday for the sprints. <div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram2/739319360_ALgH6-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram2/739319360_ALgH6-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram2/739319360_ALgH6-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br />Canada’s Dasha Gaiazova and Gord Jewett took a major step forward in securing their spots on Canada’s Olympic Cross-Country Ski Team by finishing as the top Canadians in the season-opening Haywood NorAm Series races at the Sovereign Lake Nordic Ski Club near Vernon, B.C. The event is also serving as the first of Cross Country Canada’s four Olympic qualification races. Read more at <a href="http://www.cccski.com/main.asp?cmd=doc&amp;ID=6026&amp;lan=0">Cross Country Canada</a>. <a href="http://www.cccski.com/main.asp?cmd=doc&amp;ID=6026&amp;lan=0"></a></div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram3/739319373_zX2hD-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram3/739319373_zX2hD-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram3/739319373_zX2hD-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram1/739319227_GzRHg-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram1/739319227_GzRHg-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/noram1/739319227_GzRHg-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div>Check out all the <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Cross-Country-Skiing">original photos</a> the men's women's and para-nordics races via this <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Cross-Country-Skiing">link</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Cross-Country-Skiing">Order prints</a> or buy a "digital download" prior to Jan. 1st and get 15% off. Use COUPON CODE: xc2009</div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-8405348751111287881?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-48152293223170032152009-12-08T08:39:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:17:36.044-07:00<div></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm2/736380305_KSk7S-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm2/736380305_KSk7S-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm2/736380305_KSk7S-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />Winter is most certainly here. I was shooting at Silver Star this past Thursday and going back again today. It is minus 15 up there so I am bringing lots of batteries. I am also looking forward to the cross country ski races this upcoming weekend. I hope it will warm up a bit before then.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm/735418765_Y3Rv8-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm/735418765_Y3Rv8-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/ssm/735418765_Y3Rv8-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-4815229322317003215?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-82217066396808568172009-12-01T17:02:00.000-08:002010-07-12T20:58:41.321-07:00<div></div><div><br /></div><div>This review has been updated. <a href="http://mfoto.ca/archives/1184">Please link to the Updated Review</a></div><div><br /></div><br /><span style="font-style: italic;font-size:85%;">An unscientific camera review by Morten Byskov - mfoto.ca</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/1D3/729352124_JWrYG-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/1D3/729352124_JWrYG-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 264px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/1D3/729352124_JWrYG-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></span></div>Another camera has found it's way into my bag. After much debate I decided to sell my Canon 5D and grab a Canon 1D Mark III. I have been very happy with my 5D but after I got a 5D Mark II in March of 2009 the 5D took a back seat and has mainly been a back up camera. I got the chance to grab a used 1D Mark III, which had both AF fixes done and was indistinguishable from a new camera. For some time I had been eying out the release of Canon's 1D Mark IV but disappointingly it comes in at $5000.00 US and as a 1.3x crop camera. The 1D III currently goes for about half of this and although the 1D III also is a 1.3x crop and doesn't shoot video it still gives shooters many of the benefits of a 1D series camera.<div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Hockey/Vernon-Vipers-vs-Trail/1J3K1284/712832115_khLXg-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Hockey/Vernon-Vipers-vs-Trail/1J3K1284/712832115_khLXg-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Hockey/Vernon-Vipers-vs-Trail/1J3K1284/712832115_khLXg-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;">EF 300 2.8L IS, f/3.2, 1/400, ISO 1600, click to view larger image<br /></span></div><br /><div>I think the 1D III will work better for me as a compliment to my 5D II. Better than the 5D due to the higher fps. and AF tracking. I have now had some time to give it a test and have shot volleyball, hockey, theatre, portraits in my studio and also an engagement sessions.</div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Hockey/Vernon-Vipers-vs-Trail/1J3K1430/712832715_rPYnH-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Hockey/Vernon-Vipers-vs-Trail/1J3K1430/712832715_rPYnH-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Hockey/Vernon-Vipers-vs-Trail/1J3K1430/712832715_rPYnH-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;">EF 300 2.8L IS, f/2.8, 1/400, ISO 1250, click to view larger image<br /></span></div><br /><div>If you have tried a 1 series camera before you will know that these beasts just feel different. They are built to withstand some abuse and long term use in a variety of climates. We are talking about better weather sealing, which may come in handy for me while shooting ski races. With that said I can't say that I have ever had trouble with any of my Canon bodies in the past. I do live in a dry climate and even when it snows you can just brush the snow off the camera. The 1D III however does feel very solid and is a pleasure to use. It is very responsive from the get go and shooting 10 frames per second inevitably leads to more keepers while shooting sports or wild life.</div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Mixed-Bag/Halloween-Hi/1J3K0111/698778213_5vtNg-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Mixed-Bag/Halloween-Hi/1J3K0111/698778213_5vtNg-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Mixed-Bag/Halloween-Hi/1J3K0111/698778213_5vtNg-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;">EF 85 1.2L II, f/5.0, 1/160, ISO 100, click to view larger image<br /></span></div><br /><div>My findings on the auto focus tracking have not disappointed, nor have they exceeded my expectations. Much have been written about the AF issues of the 1D III. Even I have expressed my concerns prior to making a jump for one. The first thing you discover is the fact that the camera has quite a few custom settings and so far I find that it really pays off to adjust and experiment with these until you are comfortable and find a usable setting for what you are shooting. The ability to pick different and better individual focusing points is a real asset and I find myself doing this more and more as the outer points are more reliable than on the 5D cameras. Shooting hockey and volleyball I got more keepers than when I shoot with the 5D cameras.</div><br /><div>As for image quality even I had concerns shooting with a 10.1 mega pixel camera versus the 5D II with 21.1. The trick is not to compare the files but find how the two camera can compliment each other. For cropping you cannot beat the 5D II but if you can fill the frame the AF tracking and frames per second makes up for it on the 1D III and you should end up with shots you otherwise wouldn't have been able to capture. I have noticed, and this did not come as a surprise to me, that the portraits taken in my studio has a wonderful pop and pleasant skin tones using the 1D III. For landscapes or wide angle shots in general there is little doubt that the the 5D II creates nicer images. Again it comes down to using these two camera where best applied.</div><div><div><br /></div></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Volleyball/at-Seaton/1J3K0678/708288675_cSZt9-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Volleyball/at-Seaton/1J3K0678/708288675_cSZt9-X2.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="text-decoration: underline;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 450px; " src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Volleyball/at-Seaton/1J3K0678/708288675_cSZt9-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;">EF 135 2.0L, f/2.2, 1/320, ISO 1250, click to view larger image<br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Volleyball/at-Seaton/1J3K0577/708286457_KCyTF-XL.jpg"><br /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Volleyball/at-Seaton/1J3K0577/708286457_KCyTF-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;">EF 70-200 2.8L, f/2.8, 1/400, ISO 2500, click to view larger image</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"></span></div><div><br /></div><div>Link to other reviews: </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/03/canon-eos-5d-mark-ii-camera-review.html">Canon EOS 5D II</a></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/01/canon-ef-16-35mm-28l.html">Canon EF 16-35 2.8L</a></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/01/canon-ef-85mm-12l-ii.html">Canon EF 85 1.2L II</a></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2008/11/canon-ef-135mm-20l.html">Canon EF 135 2.0L</a></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/01/canon-ef-70-200mm-28l.html">Canon EF 70-200 2.8L</a></div><div><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2008/11/canon-ef-300mm-28l-is.html">Canon EF 300 2.8L IS</a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-8221706639680856817?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-32062940912703734782009-12-01T10:24:00.000-08:002009-12-15T14:05:05.135-08:00<div></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov6/728401100_Mrnhc-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov6/728401100_Mrnhc-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov6/728401100_Mrnhc-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />We find ourselves in Victoria almost once a month these days. With our son taking theatre at the University of Victoria there is always a great excuse for a trip and we've come to like the city. For the trip this past weekend I almost left my camera gear behind but decided last minute to bring my 5D II and a couple of lenses, the 85 1.2L II and the 16-35 2.8L. All the shots in the post today are with the 85L and the 5D II. This lens has a wonderful ability to see light where there hardly is any. Victoria in many ways reminds me of the place I grew up on the West Coast of Denmark, a milder climate with lots of rain in the winter time.<div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov1/728400670_f5Gdr-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov1/728400670_f5Gdr-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov1/728400670_f5Gdr-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov3/728400779_PukWv-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov3/728400779_PukWv-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov3/728400779_PukWv-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov2/728400704_LaKXf-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov2/728400704_LaKXf-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov2/728400704_LaKXf-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov5/728400939_tR6Zc-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov5/728400939_tR6Zc-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov5/728400939_tR6Zc-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov4/728400884_jP7Ey-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov4/728400884_jP7Ey-XL.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vicnov4/728400884_jP7Ey-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-3206294091270373478?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-32397078952599567222009-11-24T11:36:00.001-08:002010-04-20T08:25:41.048-07:00<div><br /></div>For the self proclaimed hockey family, the Tourand's, it was hard to find time to get everyone together for a family shoot but the perseverance paid off on Sunday where we all met in the studio for a great session. The first photos in the series is obviously a photoshop composite. We were trying to redo a shot I did with the Tourand's about five years ago with a similar setup with everyone lying on the ground in park setting. The studio version is different of course but it was fun trying recreate it. <div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/tourand1/722918409_PnSox-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/tourand1/722918409_PnSox-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/tourand2/722918472_byUak-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/tourand2/722918472_byUak-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/tourand5/722918664_aUTv4-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/tourand5/722918664_aUTv4-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/tourand4/722918594_HE4S7-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/tourand4/722918594_HE4S7-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/tourand3/722918523_9Dwtb-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/tourand3/722918523_9Dwtb-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /></div><div>View <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Portraits/Tourand-Family-Session/10427442_zAQnG#722848566_DZQSo">more photos</a> from the Tourand Family photo session.</div><br /><!-- AddThis Button BEGIN --><br /><a class="addthis_button" href="http://www.addthis.com/bookmark.php?v=250&amp;username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/sm-share-en.gif" width="83" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0" /></a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"></script><br /><!-- AddThis Button END --><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-3239707895259956722?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-40009380740914679122009-11-23T15:57:00.000-08:002010-04-20T08:37:16.663-07:00<div><br /></div><div>It is cold and dark outside here at the end of November so we snuck into my studio on Sunday afternoon for a family shoot with Sofie, Jeff and the kids. Sofie and Jeff wanted to capture the first steps of their youngest, a family portrait and individual portraits. We had a great time and the everyone seemed to enjoy a moment in the spotlight. </div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sofiejeff6/722171751_h9rfE-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sofiejeff6/722171751_h9rfE-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sofiejeff2/722137330_v2hUB-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sofiejeff2/722137330_v2hUB-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sofiejeff1/722137269_VxtMJ-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/beautybeast3/716356833_4EK8v-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />We really are quite fortunate to have such a vibrant drama department at Seaton Secondary. Brittany McMillan and the students have been practising for months and last night it all came together at a successful opening night for the performance of Beauty and the Beast.<div><br /></div><div>I have posted almost a hundred photos from the performance. Please help us support the drama department and order your photos online. Prices start at $0.86 for a 4x6 print, $3.56 for a 5x7 and $8.96 for for an 8x10. Please note pricing is in US dollars. </div><div><br /></div><div>Link to view and order <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Theater/Beauty-and-the-Beast/10343443_JGDjR#715479161_Dotc5">Beauty and the Beast Photos</a>.</div><div><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/beautybeast4/716356891_pj63w-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/beautybeast4/716356891_pj63w-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/beautybeast4/716356891_pj63w-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/beautybeast1/716356737_mNmy4-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/beautybeast1/716356737_mNmy4-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/beautybeast1/716356737_mNmy4-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-8880085876952972225?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-69570420185023338312009-11-16T08:38:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:27:03.808-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/beautybeast2/715065699_JssnS-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/beautybeast2/715065699_JssnS-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/beautybeast2/715065699_JssnS-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>It is "Opening Night" at Seaton. If you don't have a ticket already I encourage you to get fly down to Seaton Secondary and get one as soon as you can. This is family entertainment at its best and you can experience a high caliber performance from Monday Nov. 16th to Saturday Nov. 21st. </div><div><br /></div><div>7 PM curtain and matinees on Saturday at 2:00 PM. <div>Reserve tickets at: 250.542.3361</div><div>Ticket prices:</div><div>Child (10 &amp; under) $4.00</div><div>Adult $10.00</div><div>Student/Senior $8.00</div><div><br /></div><div><div>I witnessed and captured the final dress rehearsal over the weekend and will post more photos later in the week.<br /><div><br /></div><div>Please link to <a href="http://www.bclocalnews.com/okanagan_similkameen/vernonmorningstar/entertainment/70042637.html">The Vernon Morning Star</a> for and excellent article on Seaton's performance. </div></div></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-6957042018502333831?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-50572323047617214522009-11-14T22:08:00.000-08:002010-05-07T18:10:07.978-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vipers3/715089883_7E4so-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vipers3/715089883_7E4so-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vipers3/715089883_7E4so-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>It was a great evening at the Vernon Multiplex last night. After two periods of playing catch up to each other Vernon pulled away in the last period and sealed an 8-4 win.</div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vipers1/715089722_gUzVw-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vipers1/715089722_gUzVw-XL.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="text-decoration: underline;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 291px; " src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/vipers1/715089722_gUzVw-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><div style="text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></span></div></a><div><div> </div><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" width="400" height="400" id="ssidx"><param name="movie" value="http://www.smugmug.com/ria/ShizamSlides-2009111308.swf?AlbumID=10314069&amp;dontpost=true&amp;AlbumKey=L7UJ2&amp;newWindow=false&amp;width=400&amp;height=400&amp;transparent=true&amp;splash=&amp;showLogo=false&amp;captions=true&amp;clickUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.smugmug.com&amp;showThumbs=true&amp;showButtons=true&amp;pageStyle=white&amp;autoStart=true&amp;showSpeed=true&amp;VersionNos=2009111308&amp;splashDelay=0&amp;crossFadeSpeed=350&amp;clickToImage=true&amp;showStartButton=false&amp;randomStart=false&amp;randomize=true&amp;mainHost=cdn.smugmug.com"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><param name="allowNetworking" value="all"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.smugmug.com/ria/ShizamSlides-2009111308.swf?AlbumID=10314069&amp;dontpost=true&amp;AlbumKey=L7UJ2&amp;newWindow=false&amp;width=400&amp;height=400&amp;transparent=true&amp;splash=&amp;showLogo=false&amp;captions=true&amp;clickUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.smugmug.com&amp;showThumbs=true&amp;showButtons=true&amp;pageStyle=white&amp;autoStart=true&amp;showSpeed=true&amp;VersionNos=2009111308&amp;splashDelay=0&amp;crossFadeSpeed=350&amp;clickToImage=true&amp;showStartButton=false&amp;randomStart=false&amp;randomize=true&amp;mainHost=cdn.smugmug.com" width="400" height="400" wmode="transparent" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allownetworking="all"></embed></object><div><br /></div><div>View full size photos via this <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Hockey/Vernon-Vipers-vs-Trail/10314069_L7UJ2#712834282_nz43x">link</a>. </div><div><br /></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-5057232304761721452?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-59862962301664234882009-11-09T09:52:00.000-08:002010-04-23T11:18:59.536-07:00<div><br /></div><div>Thank you Andrea &amp; Rob (and Lucy the dog), for making the trip to Vernon on Saturday for your engagement shoot. It was great meeting you. It would have been fitting if we could have greeted you with nicer weather but at least we avoided rain.</div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/andrearob2/708192318_HUN9j-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/andrearob2/708192318_HUN9j-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><br /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/andrearob1/708192217_AQTVU-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/andrearob1/708192217_AQTVU-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div>I am happy to mention that Andrea and Rob have chosen us to be photographers for their wedding, which will take place at the Summerhill Pyramid Winery in Kelowna on September 25th, 2010. We look forward to it and anticipate a fun filled day. </div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/andrearob3/708192441_X2oEW-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/andrearob3/708192441_X2oEW-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/andrearob4/708192496_2NW73-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/andrearob4/708192496_2NW73-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Weddings/Andrea/10262122_buZpb#708150016_p7LoQ">Link</a> for more photos from Andrea &amp; Rob's engagement shoot. </div><br /><div>Please follow the link for <a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2010/01/wedding-photography-in-okanagan.html">Prices and Options for our Wedding Coverage</a>. </div><!-- AddThis Button BEGIN --><br /><a class="addthis_button" href="http://www.addthis.com/bookmark.php?v=250&amp;username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/sm-share-en.gif" width="83" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0" /></a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"></script><br /><!-- AddThis Button END --></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-5986296230166423488?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-10993490430716474362009-11-08T14:15:00.000-08:002009-12-15T13:56:01.639-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/volleyseaton/708297331_Syds7-M.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/volleyseaton/708297331_Syds7-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 281px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/volleyseaton/708297331_Syds7-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />The girls were busy over the weekend with games at Seaton Secondary. Please follow the link to my<a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Volleyball/at-Seaton/10232052_xfS8F#705461366_vCbJp"> SmugMug site</a> for more photos.<div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1099349043071647436?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-51170093804886461022009-10-29T12:34:00.000-07:002009-12-15T13:57:20.470-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran4/696648944_wqqrY-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran4/696648944_wqqrY-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran4/696648944_wqqrY-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />If you are going to San Francisco. Yes, that is indeed a great song and I am sure as many before us, we cranked this tune up as we drove into San Francisco on a beautiful day this past August. The first snow of the year is falling outside my window right now so I thought it would the perfect time to catch up on some great summer memories and post a couple of shots from a visit to San Francisco. <div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran1/696648847_2EBHk-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran1/696648847_2EBHk-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran1/696648847_2EBHk-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />We drove into the city on busy afternoon with rush our traffic all around us. It doesn't take long to master driving on the steep streets but the first few times it is a bit of rush. I was in San Francisco with my son and we ventured out mostly on foot and enjoyed everything from the great architecture, the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, the trolleys and Union Square.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran3/696648894_UZNfw-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran3/696648894_UZNfw-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran3/696648894_UZNfw-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div>We stayed at a nice B&amp;B, <a href="http://www.edwardii.com/">Edward II Inn &amp; Suites</a>, on the corner of Lombard and Scott. We loved this neighbourhood near the Yacht Club. It was easy to find good meals and a great atmosphere here. The hotel staff were super friendly and because we were there midweek and it wasn't too busy they upgraded us to a nice corner suite. </div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran2/696649036_NT2es-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran2/696649036_NT2es-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/sanfran2/696649036_NT2es-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div>For more photos please follow the link to my <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Travel/San-Francisco/9272360_BL8nh">SmugMug</a> site.</div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-5117009380488646102?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-53076342791729485732009-10-25T18:57:00.000-07:002009-12-15T13:58:34.284-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lfw1/692672762_8ijbs-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lfw1/692672762_8ijbs-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/lfw1/692672762_8ijbs-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />Friday night I joined a couple of good friends for a musical treat at the Junction Cafe' in Armstrong. It is hard to believe but it has been more than two years since I last saw/heard them live, also at the Junction. John, Neil and Shelby aka Lent Fraser Wall had not been wasting these two years. In fact they had all new material in mix of mainly covers and some of their own songs. Musically this trio is very strong. Backed by an an extremely solid rhythm guitar by Shelby Wall, an out of this world lead guitar by Neil Fraser and solid blues voice from John Lent these guys can entertain. I encourage you to catch them again as they are back at the Junction in November.<br /><br />Check a few more photos from <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Music/Lent-Fraser-Wall">Friday's gig</a> at my SmugMug site.<div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-5307634279172948573?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-49883663368343529692009-10-20T08:21:00.000-07:002009-12-15T15:09:01.642-08:00<div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_SoTtsROzNvA/St3VlGk-xoI/AAAAAAAAAFM/WuKM5lBHPVo/s1600-h/Screen+shot+2009-10-20+at+8.20.24+AM.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 276px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_SoTtsROzNvA/St3VlGk-xoI/AAAAAAAAAFM/WuKM5lBHPVo/s320/Screen+shot+2009-10-20+at+8.20.24+AM.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394702762057320066" /></a><br /><div>I have made mention of an upcoming Canon EOS-1 Mark IV in earlier blog posts. Well now it is here and my early conclusion of this camera are mixed. Of course without having tried the camera these thoughts or opinions could be swayed in a different directions when and if I will be able to try this beast out and see the final image quality. </div><div><br /></div><div>There are plenty of good sites where you can study the specs of this camera. I will list links at the bottom of this post. The first thing I gravitate towards when reading these specs are the price point and the sensor size. </div><div><br /></div><div>Let me talk about the sensor size first. I am disappointed to see that this release is a 1.3x crop sensor. I thought perhaps this time around Canon would have taken the opportunity to drop the crop. Three years ago I was in line to purchase the 1D III but could not wait the three to four months after the release announcement to get one so I ended up with the full frame 5D instead. Since then I have also added the 5D Mark II. I have become so accustomed to shooting full frame that I do not think I am prepared to look back and work with a cropped sensor again. I am sure Canon will follow up with a full frame 1Ds IV in 2010 and I am afraid that it will come in around $8000.00 again, which I find appalling for a piece of photography gear. Where do you draw the line?</div><div><br /></div><div>Now lets talk more about price point. Many shooters had hoped Canon would slide the 1D IV in at price point of the excising 1D III at $4000.00 US, but unfortunately it isn't so. The initial price will be $5000.00 and $5499.00 Canadian. I also just checked the Canadian price of the newly released Nikon D3s and it comes in at $6500.00 Canadian. This is indeed an unpleasant trend if you aspire to shoot with these pro level cameras. </div><div><br /></div><div>Now on the positive side of things it does sound like Canon has fixed the auto focus issues, which has plagued the 1D III and they do boast increased high ISO performance. Several modes of video has also been added to the 1D Mark IV. Wildlife shooters, die hard sport shooters and photo journalist have been waiting for this release for quite some time. For the type of shooting I mainly do I am not convinced that the 1D IV will get me out of my seat full of joy. With my 5D II I have higher resolution and a full frame sensor at almost half the cost. I find the 5D IIs AF tracking fine for the sports shooting I've been doing. As mentioned tests of the 1D IV may prove this wrong but for now these are my early thoughts.</div><div><br /></div><div>For a good early review go to: </div><div><a href="http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/multi_page.asp?cid=7-10044-10310">Rob Galbraith</a></div><div><br /></div><div>And check out an impressive video shot by Vincent Laforet:</div><div><a href="http://blog.vincentlaforet.com/2009/10/19/lights-out-camera-action/">Vincent Laforet Blog</a> </div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-4988366336834352969?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-24746503780974543722009-10-19T15:23:00.001-07:002009-12-15T14:03:26.599-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272004_C8gfd-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272004_C8gfd-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272004_C8gfd-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />So what are you to do on a dark and rainy fall weekend. Well how about inviting a good friend to town promising him that we have all kinds of wild life here in Vernon and of course shooting conditions will be great. Well, as the head line says shooting conditions were not optimal but we still got out there and tried to find some action. As a rule in photography you just have to get out there, rain or shine, and the world will present images around every corner and for almost every step you take. So we only saw one eagle and I only got one chance to fire away so this is certainly not my favourite shot of the weekend but I still include it in todays post. <div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686274876_M83S7-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686274876_M83S7-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686274876_M83S7-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272405_apNNX-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272405_apNNX-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272405_apNNX-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272091_hQHyu-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272091_hQHyu-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272091_hQHyu-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686274731_hZjVL-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686274731_hZjVL-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686274731_hZjVL-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686274666_z4sW6-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686274666_z4sW6-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686274666_z4sW6-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272423_hJKaa-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272423_hJKaa-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/686272423_hJKaa-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-2474650378097454372?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-57502239097968046992009-10-15T21:34:00.000-07:002010-02-25T11:08:15.726-08:00<div><br /></div>I just wrapped up a window display project with the Whitecaps FC Vernon Soccer academy and Jr. Academy. The window displays can be seen at the entrance to the indoor soccer facility in Vernon BC. The originals are aprox. 35" x 64". I captured the school academy players outdoor in late September while photos in the second display were shot indoor in early October. It was great to witness the talented coaches and players we have right here in Vernon. <div> </div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/682283048_H7vBj-L.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/682283048_H7vBj-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 333px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/682283048_H7vBj-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/682283076_3f5kj-L.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/682283076_3f5kj-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 333px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/682283076_3f5kj-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-5750223909796804699?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-65888894745610361942009-10-12T11:10:00.000-07:002009-12-15T14:05:47.121-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/679928692_cwpci-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/679928692_cwpci-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/679928692_cwpci-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />Running half a marathon has been on my list of things to do for quite some time. As a young lad and into my twenties I ran several 12K races and always enjoyed the feeling and atmosphere surrounding these events. I started training for a half marathon a few years ago but my back gave me some trouble and I never made it to the starting block. I could probably write a book full of excuses why I haven't done one yet but it would be an awful boring read. <div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></span></span></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/679928834_A8gZX-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/679928834_A8gZX-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>Sunday was redemption time for me in Victoria BC. It was time to try out the ol' legs and see if they would carry me he distance of 21.1K. I have been training for the event since June and despite a couple of set backs (cut a toe in August and twisted my ankle quite badly just a month ago) I felt ready to go. </div><br /><div>These events start early. We scrambled and got the car at parked just in time and found our way to the starting line near the BC parliament building. The first kilometre took us by the harbour front and the Empress Hotel. Then up Johnson and into the rising sun. I could see at least 3000 runners ahead of me at this point, heads bopping up and down, an awesome sight in the morning light. Then through the beautiful Beacon Park and down to the water front. There was not a wind and the sun gained strength and warmed up the runners. Coming towards us at this stretch were the top athletes... man are they ever fast, running half a marathon in about half the time it takes me. This was a good inspiration and gave me a bit of extra energy.</div><div><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/679929172_finb5-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/679929172_finb5-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/679929172_finb5-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>Around the 14-15K mark we ran though a nice sub division. People were out in strong numbers cheering us on, music blasting from iPods and trumpets. Around this point my legs started saying; What the heck are you doing to me? It was also around this point that I overheard other runners saying that we were right on the mark for a two hour finish. This came as a bit of surprise to me as I had anticipated a finish around 2:10-15. For a while I ran next to a blind runner and his very supportive coach/lead. The coach kept talking to 'his runner' letting him know when the hills came and also that he was on track for a two hour finish time. What a great team. </div><div><br /></div><div>The home stretch along the water front seemed to go fast despite my legs feeling heavy at this point. At the 20K mark I heard another couple of runners mentioning that they felt they were going to make the two hour mark. This of course made me pick up the pace for the last 1K. I came in just over two hours at 2:00:27 and was very thrilled. I have photographed marathons and ironman races this summer but Sunday it was great to be on the participant side of things. Will I do it again? The Victoria Half Marathon next year will be held on October 1oth making it an 10/10/10 event. How can I miss it. </div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-6588889474561036194?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-73908759682031974452009-10-04T10:23:00.000-07:002010-01-03T11:33:34.285-08:00<div><br /></div><div>I now have more than 19000 images on my <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/">SmugMug site</a> and my goal is to see the photos come to life on your walls in the form of enlargements or in your photo album. </div><br />The product selection has been vastly expanded. You will have a range of print sizes available which can be printed on glossy, matte, lustre, metallic and even canvas. In the Merchandise Section you can add photos to T-Shirts, sweatshirts, mouse pads, key chains, mugs, ceramic tile and more. You also have an option to download a digital file for personal use.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/518585537_FqDaj-X3.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 349px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/518585537_FqDaj-X3.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />As prints from <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/">mfoto/SmugMug</a> are shipped from The States please note that pricing is in US Dollars.<br /><br />If you are unhappy with your prints or gifts, SmugMug will reprint or refund your order, whichever you prefer.<br /><br />Take the mystery out online shopping from my SmugMug site and check the<a href="http://www.smugmug.com/visitor-help/digital-prints"> help section</a>.<div><br /><script>function fbs_click() {u=location.href;t=document.title;window.open('http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u='+encodeURIComponent(u)+'&t='+encodeURIComponent(t),'sharer','toolbar=0,status=0,width=626,height=436');return false;}</script><style> html .fb_share_link { padding:2px 0 0 20px; height:16px; background:url(http://static.ak.fbcdn.net/rsrc.php/z39E0/hash/ya8q506x.gif) no-repeat top left; }</style><a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/10/dark-and-rainy-fall-weekend.htmll" onclick="return fbs_click()" target="_blank" class="fb_share_link">Share on Facebook</a></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7390875968203197445?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-35901623839758633642009-10-01T21:52:00.000-07:002010-05-07T18:28:28.981-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/667484844_guBz7-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/667484844_guBz7-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/667484844_guBz7-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />The high school volleyball season is in full swing with midweek games and weekend tournaments. Today we were at Kalamalka Secondary for a couple of games. You can catch some of the action via this <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Sports/Volleyball/Seaton-at-Kal-Secondary/9823694_mRREt#667475379_fSdzM">link</a>. My favourite shot tonight was not an action shot but a shot of a time-out. I love the way they have painted the end wall at the Kal Gym. Perhaps it was created in order to keep the kids on their toes during gym class or maybe it is the artist's idea of what Ogopogo looks like?<br /><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-3590162383975863364?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-71551587822803152602009-09-30T18:13:00.000-07:002009-12-15T16:28:13.097-08:00<div></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/666386406_4fnaV-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/666386406_4fnaV-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/666386406_4fnaV-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Canon 5D, EF 300 2.8L IS w/1.4x extender, 1/1000, f/4, ISO 500</span></div><br /><div>I am trying my best to acclimatize to the colder temperatures. We usually go from summer to near winter in a week around here. In fact there is snow in the forecast for Sunday. Silver Star Mountain got the first bit of snow yesterday morning. Enough about the weather but it sort of leads to a nice surprise story, which came in the mail today in the form of "Ski Cross Country Magazine". I have a full page shot featured of George Gray in an article about the Callaghan Valley Training Centre at Whistler Olympic Park. So there you have it.</div><br /><script>function fbs_click() {u=location.href;t=document.title;window.open('http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u='+encodeURIComponent(u)+'&t='+encodeURIComponent(t),'sharer','toolbar=0,status=0,width=626,height=436');return false;}</script><style> html .fb_share_link { padding:2px 0 0 20px; height:16px; background:url(http://static.ak.fbcdn.net/rsrc.php/z39E0/hash/ya8q506x.gif) no-repeat top left; }</style><a href="http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/09/george-gray-ski-cross-country-magazine.html" onclick="return fbs_click()" target="_blank" class="fb_share_link">Share on Facebook</a><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7155158782280315260?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-24021873793345620802009-09-26T11:26:00.000-07:002010-04-19T20:43:47.071-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366302_DYCVv-M.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366302_DYCVv-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 281px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366302_DYCVv-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />I had the pleasure of meeting <a href="http://www.destannenorris.com/waterline/index.html">Destanne Norris</a> this past week. Destanne is painter/artist with passion and for nature and landscapes and we met at her Vernon studio for a portrait session. Read more about Destanne <a href="http://www.destannenorris.com/waterline/about-artist-destanne-norris.html">here</a>. Destanne tried with conviction to tell me that she wasn't comfortable in front of the camera. Quite the contrary, Destanne was a natural and I we managed to capture many different sides of of her character, hence the title of todays blog post. It was a treat to shoot at the studio with one of Destanne's paintings as a back drop. I was introduced to Destanne by <a href="mailto:contactpat@shaw.ca">Pat Irwin</a>. Pat is the master mind behind the "Lift Up to Success" program in Vernon. I saw some of Destanne's work in the studio and she is certainly destined for success. <div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366345_utzgi-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366345_utzgi-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 281px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366345_utzgi-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366432_8eNT9-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366432_8eNT9-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 281px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366432_8eNT9-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366490_Pynsq-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366490_Pynsq-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 281px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/661366490_Pynsq-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><br /><!-- AddThis Button BEGIN --><br /><a class="addthis_button" href="http://www.addthis.com/bookmark.php?v=250&amp;username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/sm-share-en.gif" width="83" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0" /></a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"></script><br /><!-- AddThis Button END --><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-2402187379334562080?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-71719896294452237692009-09-19T08:36:00.001-07:002010-05-07T18:15:50.648-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653846953_ZNBM5-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653846953_ZNBM5-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653846953_ZNBM5-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>In August I spent an amazing day in Wells Gray Provincial Park. The park is located only a couple of hours north of Kamloops. Wells Gray Park is known for waterfalls, wilderness and and wildlife. We didn't encounter wildlife on this trip but we experienced the wilderness in comfort from a 360 degree viewing tower and saw plenty of water falls up close. The Helmcken Falls, at 141 metres will take your breath away and is the fourth highest in Canada. In the shot above I decided to focus on the water, as is falls 141 meters, instead of trying to capture the whole scene. I always remind myself when at a waterfall like this, that they do not turn it off at 8 PM when the tourists go home. Water keeps falling over this edge 24/7 all year long have been doing so for a long long time. <div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653846993_Rhwaz-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653846993_Rhwaz-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653846993_Rhwaz-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />We also took in the Spahats Falls, Dawson Falls and ended the day with a magnificent hike through the forest trails to a 50 meter waterfall. The name of this waterfall has escaped me at this point but the memory of standing beneath the falls will always stay with me. What a rush. The water was cold but bearable and it just hammered down on you.<br /><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653847394_WMHts-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653847394_WMHts-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653847394_WMHts-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653847068_FKtD6-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653847068_FKtD6-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/653847068_FKtD6-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><div>For more photos from Wells Gray Park follow the <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Travel/Well-Gray-Provincial-Par/9680353_oVkxA">link</a>.</div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7171989629445223769?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-227932172173449562009-09-14T21:17:00.000-07:002009-12-15T14:56:31.222-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/650072476_sreit-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/650072476_sreit-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/650072476_sreit-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>On the music scene nothing excites me more than a new album release from Mark Knopfler. His sixth solo album, "Get Lucky", hit the streets today. So why is this artist so special to me? It started back in '79. Yes I am afraid that is now thirty years ago. I clearly recall the first time I listened to Sultans of Swing from the first Dire Straits album. It was a distinct guitar sound and blend of chords, riffs and vocals I have been hooked on ever since. Mark Knofpler is however so much more than the Dire Straits days so if you haven't tuned into his solo albums... tune in now.<div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/650072573_UChFi-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/650072573_UChFi-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 281px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/650072573_UChFi-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Back in '79 I was in my first band. We wrote down the lyrics to Sultans of Swing by listening to the vinyl LP. We then performed it live to the best of our ability. I had borrowed a Fender Strat and practised the song over and over and over again. I never mastered it despite an avid attempt. </div><div><br /></div><div>I have seen Mark Knopfler live on four occasions. First time was in Copenhagen at a Dire Straits concert in '92. It was a huge concert and I was about twenty five meters from the stage, dead centre, in the rain and with my jaw dropped in awe. Next gig I saw was at the Royal Albert Hall in London England in 2001. It was a great experience to see Knopfler in his home town. In 2006 we caught Mark and the band in <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Music/Mark-Knopfler/Mark-Knopfler-in-Vancouver/1234145_FZ8xZ#45279236_jk7LA">Vancouver</a> and last but not least we saw the show last summer in Kelowna. The photos in todays post are from the <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Music/Mark-Knopfler/Mark-Knopfler-in-Kelowna/5334876_QPbkt#326018875_8XBz8">Kelowna show</a>. The 2010 tour includes a stop in Vancouver so I better chase down some tickets. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/650072610_knUtq-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/650072610_knUtq-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/650072610_knUtq-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Well the new CD is sitting right here in front of me. Perhaps I should try it out. </div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></span></span></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_SoTtsROzNvA/Sq8e3G8H8VI/AAAAAAAAAFE/irHK_08Cnfo/s1600-h/get_lucky1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_SoTtsROzNvA/Sq8e3G8H8VI/AAAAAAAAAFE/irHK_08Cnfo/s320/get_lucky1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381554011835461970" /></a><br /><script>function fbs_click() {u=location.href;t=document.title;window.open('http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u='+encodeURIComponent(u)+'&t='+encodeURIComponent(t),'sharer','toolbar=0,status=0,width=626,height=436');return false;}</script><style> html .fb_share_link { padding:2px 0 0 20px; height:16px; background:url(http://static.ak.fbcdn.net/rsrc.php/z39E0/hash/ya8q506x.gif) no-repeat top left; }</style><a href="http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/09/mark-knopfler-get-lucky.html" onclick="return fbs_click()" target="_blank" class="fb_share_link">Share on Facebook</a></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-22793217217344956?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-37297341550411370042009-09-13T11:01:00.000-07:002010-05-07T18:14:45.921-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/648183316_xWpZ5-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/648183316_xWpZ5-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/648183316_xWpZ5-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />On August 6th we made a magnificent stop by Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. We rolled by late afternoon and could not have picked a better time. From a photography standpoint it was interesting to cover the scene with lenses ranging from 16 mm to 700 mm. <div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/648183575_oeJUE-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/648183575_oeJUE-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/648183575_oeJUE-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>Some trivia on Mount Robson from britishcolumbia.com:</i></span></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div>The peak of Mount Robson is the highest in the Canadian Rockies, towering 12,972 feet (3954 m) over the western entrance to the park. As well as occupying a portion of the Main (Park) Ranges of the Rockies, the park, one of the oldest in British Columbia, also contains the headwaters of the Fraser River, and, in the northwest section of the park, the massive Berg Glacier, notable for being one of the few living (or advancing) glaciers in the Canadian Rockies. Before the discovery of Mount Waddington on the central coast in 1925, Mount Robson held the distinction of being the tallest mountain in British Columbia.<br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/648183414_wEa4v-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/648183414_wEa4v-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/648183414_wEa4v-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For more photos from Mt. Robson follow the <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Travel/Mount-Rob/9618648_No2A5#648177247_mrsW8">link</a>.</div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-3729734155041137004?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-25131022291294373642009-09-11T11:15:00.001-07:002009-12-15T14:58:29.010-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/646267557_MJLDU-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/646267557_MJLDU-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 371px; height: 300px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/646267557_MJLDU-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>(Tech Talk Warning)</i></span><br /><div><br /></div><div>After much speculation among camera buffs rumours were confirmed last week of the new Canon 7D. Every time Canon releases a new camera I wonder; is this one for me or is this one to skip? I usually ad or switch cameras about every two years. My current cameras are the 5D mark II and 5D. Both are full frame cameras and work very well, especially the later 5D Mark II has exceeded my expectations. There are times though where the focusing system and frames per second are limiting with the 5D II (4 fps.). The 7D brings a new pro level auto focus system and 8 frames per second to the table. This indeed sounds interesting for a camera, which will retail for $1200.00 less than what I paid for my 5D II just six months ago. The big deal breaker for me however is the fact that the 7D is a 1.6x cropped sensor. For me this is just not attractive. I have become accustomed to the look of the full frame photos and are not willing to trade frames per second and autofocus ability for this particular look. Let's see what Canon have up their sleeve in regards to a 1D IV. Will it be full frame or a 1.3 crop? Only time will tell. </div><div><br /></div><div>For a couple of reviews of the the 7D I suggest: </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/multi_page.asp?cid=7-10042-10239">Rob Galbraith</a></div><div><a href="http://www.dpreview.com/previews/canoneos7d/">DP Review </a></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-2513102229129437364?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-65485886172043512322009-09-10T10:27:00.000-07:002010-04-23T11:24:08.541-07:00<div><br /></div>Can you believe it? It rained in the Okanagan this past weekend. We crossed our fingers that it wouldn't interfere with Angela and Mark's wedding, which took place at the Summerhill Pyramid Winery in Kelowna. Just like in fairytales the weather cleared up nicely for the beautiful outdoor ceremony. Angela and Mark are really a very special couple and a thanks and congratulations goes from us to you and your wonderful family.<div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/angelamark3/645267395_G7PaC-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 547px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/angelamark3/645267395_G7PaC-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></span></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/angelamark2/645267258_gsUc9-M.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/angelamark2/645267258_gsUc9-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/angelamark1/645267221_sLJf4-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/angelamark1/645267221_sLJf4-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/angelamark5/645273317_wAKkA-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/angelamark5/645273317_wAKkA-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br /><div>Link to more photos from <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Weddings/Angela/9574649_YNaEG#644230881_DGYFz">Angela and Mark's Wedding</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div> </div></div><div><br />Please follow the link for <a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2010/01/wedding-photography-in-okanagan.html">Prices and Options for our Wedding Coverage</a>. </div><!-- AddThis Button BEGIN --><br /><a class="addthis_button" href="http://www.addthis.com/bookmark.php?v=250&amp;username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/sm-share-en.gif" width="83" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0" /></a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"></script><br /><!-- AddThis Button END --></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-6548588617204351232?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-53544274718418132082009-09-01T23:01:00.000-07:002009-12-15T11:17:23.890-08:00<div></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/637298839_w4HXU-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/637298839_w4HXU-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/637298839_w4HXU-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>I have lived in the Okanagan for for more that 16 years and yet I have to admit that this was the first time I was able to witness the Subaru Ironman Canada in Penticton. I do believe this is the largest annual sporting event taking place in the Okanagan this year with more than 2500 participants and countless volunteers. <div><br /><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/637298881_iNrjf-XL.jpg"></a></div><div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/637298881_iNrjf-XL.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 291px; " src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/637298881_iNrjf-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>I was in Penticton covering the event for ASI Action Sports International with a group of seven other photographers. The alarm clock was set for 4:50 AM and we wrapped the day up about 20 hours later and I believe I took close to 4.000 photos. Not that I in any way want to compare our efforts to the athletes way but this was one long day of shooting. </div><div><br /></div><div>Shooting the Ironman is something I won't soon forget. Being in this environment is very inspirational. When a twenty year local woman sang "Oh Canada" just before seven AM at the beach front in Pentiction before thousands of people I had goose bumps and was very moved. Looking around me I was clear that I was not the only one moved by this moment. </div><div><br /></div><div>My first assignment was to cover the swim exit. It is interesting to witness the the athletes coming out of the water after the 3.8 km swim with legs like gel trying to get their balance, strip off the wet suit and head on to the bike transition. Two guys received huge cheers from the crowd as they were flirting with the cut off time of two hours and twenty minutes and just made it in time.</div><div><br /></div><div>Next post was along Skaha Lake shooting the last leg of the race, the 42 km run. It was a fine display of endurance and perseverance from the athletes and for me it meant sitting in one spot for about seven hours shooting one athlete at a time. </div><div><br /></div><div>From 8 PM to midnight I was shooting medals, which was a great way of wrapping up the day. You got to see the athletes at the very end of a long day. Although tired, it was easy to see the pride in their eyes. </div><div><br /></div><div>I managed to take a couple of quick snapshots for the blog before the race start. </div><br /><script>function fbs_click() {u=location.href;t=document.title;window.open('http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u='+encodeURIComponent(u)+'&t='+encodeURIComponent(t),'sharer','toolbar=0,status=0,width=626,height=436');return false;}</script><style> html .fb_share_link { padding:2px 0 0 20px; height:16px; background:url(http://static.ak.fbcdn.net/rsrc.php/z39E0/hash/ya8q506x.gif) no-repeat top left; }</style><a href="http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/09/subaru-ironman-canada.html" onclick="return fbs_click()" target="_blank" class="fb_share_link">Share on Facebook</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-5354427471841813208?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-66199110623881015602009-08-27T16:00:00.000-07:002010-04-23T11:40:05.892-07:00<div><br /></div>It was hard to pick my favorite photos from Katherine and Chett's wedding. The day was truly magical and we captured many memories throughout the day. The family photos were taken in a field with an old barn as back drop. This field is only a few minutes walk from where I live. A magnificent spot where I am sure I will shooting again some day. We also did shots of the bridal party at O'Keefe Ranch, where the reception was held in a cozy barn setting. Congrats to you Kathrine and Chett and thanks for letting us be part of your big day.<div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett1/632162791_7A6t4-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett1/632162791_7A6t4-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett4/632163080_MMZzi-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett4/632163080_MMZzi-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett5/632163044_rfjgD-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett5/632163044_rfjgD-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett3/632162906_ufhin-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett3/632162906_ufhin-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett2/632162838_Xkm3n-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/katchett2/632162838_Xkm3n-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><br /></span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"></span></i></div><blockquote><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Morten &amp; Diana,</span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Thank you so very much for all of your hard work on our wedding day. The moments you captured are so special to us and the pictures are so beautiful! Thanks again; we really appreciated getting to know you a little bit and then having you there on our special day! We can't wait to show off our pictures :-)<br /><br />Chett and Katherine</span></i></div></blockquote><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"></span></i> <div><br /></div><div><br /><div>For full coverage from the Katherine and Chett's wedding follow the <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Weddings/Katherine/9390908_xEq8H#628941921_irGhU">link</a>. </div></div></div><br /><div><br />Please follow the link for <a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2010/01/wedding-photography-in-okanagan.html">Prices and Options for our Wedding Coverage</a>. </div><!-- AddThis Button BEGIN --><br /><a class="addthis_button" href="http://www.addthis.com/bookmark.php?v=250&amp;username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/sm-share-en.gif" width="83" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0" /></a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"></script><br /><!-- AddThis Button END --></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-6619911062388101560?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-10418534985631197612009-08-26T09:16:00.000-07:002010-05-07T18:14:11.359-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630949520_G9yXG-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630949520_G9yXG-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630949520_G9yXG-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>One of the stops on our recent road trip to the Rockies was at the Columbia Icefield. It was not my first visit here but what was significant this time was how easy it was to see how the glacier has receded since my last visit. From the visitor center and up to the glacier markers have been placed so that you can see how much the glacier has receded since the early twenties. It's remarkable and if you are in this area make sure to stop and have a look around. <div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630949564_Gzc93-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630949564_Gzc93-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630949564_Gzc93-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">From Wikipedia:</span></span><br />The Columbia Icefield is an icefield located in the Canadian Rockies, astride the Continental Divide of North America. The icefield lies partly in the northwestern tip of Banff and the southern end of Jasper National Park. It is about 325 km² in area, 100 to 365 metres (328' to 1,197') in depth and receives up to seven metres (23 ft) of snowfall per year. </div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630949624_sfXQo-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630949624_sfXQo-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630949624_sfXQo-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630955389_k4W6U-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630955389_k4W6U-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630955389_k4W6U-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630955089_Ebg79-XL.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><br /></span><img style="text-decoration: underline;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 291px; " src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630955089_Ebg79-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1041853498563119761?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-53842735450790270992009-08-25T11:35:00.000-07:002009-09-02T09:24:29.682-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630074909_vkhgW-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630074909_vkhgW-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630074909_vkhgW-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>It is the second time now that I have had the pleasure of meeting and working with the team at <a href="http://www.beaconstudiosinc.com/index.html">Beacon Studios Inc</a>. I shot the studio "in action" back in February and it was cool to be back yesterday seeing many of my photos on their walls as 18 x 24 enlargements. This time around Beacon Studios needed specific studios shots, some portraits and shots of the newly setup editing room. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630074930_7bPvq-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630074930_7bPvq-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630074930_7bPvq-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630075061_k9XKC-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630075061_k9XKC-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/630075061_k9XKC-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><script>function fbs_click() {u=location.href;t=document.title;window.open('http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u='+encodeURIComponent(u)+'&t='+encodeURIComponent(t),'sharer','toolbar=0,status=0,width=626,height=436');return false;}</script><style> html .fb_share_link { padding:2px 0 0 20px; height:16px; background:url(http://static.ak.fbcdn.net/rsrc.php/z39E0/hash/ya8q506x.gif) no-repeat top left; }</style><a href="http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2009/08/beacon-studios-inc.html" onclick="return fbs_click()" target="_blank" class="fb_share_link">Share on Facebook</a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-5384273545079027099?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-78497783863418965292009-08-21T15:59:00.001-07:002010-04-23T11:04:23.584-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/626384051_22gdR-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/626384051_22gdR-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/626384051_22gdR-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>Attending Katherine and Chett's wedding rehearsal today was hugely entertaining. The pastor and everyone was in a terrific mood and it should be a sure sign that tomorrows wedding will be no different. I am looking forward to it.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/626389102_V8aJc-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/626389102_V8aJc-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 281px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/626389102_V8aJc-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/626385238_BKSuG-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/626385238_BKSuG-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/626385238_BKSuG-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br /><div><br />Please follow the link for <a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2010/01/wedding-photography-in-okanagan.html">Prices and Options for our Wedding Coverage</a>. </div><!-- AddThis Button BEGIN --><br /><a class="addthis_button" href="http://www.addthis.com/bookmark.php?v=250&amp;username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/sm-share-en.gif" width="83" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0" /></a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"></script><br /><!-- AddThis Button END --><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7849778386341896529?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-70900162113041923792009-08-19T14:02:00.000-07:002010-05-07T18:13:28.485-07:00<div><br /></div>I am back from two road trips and have travelled more than 6,000 kilometers over the last couple of weeks. My blog posts have been absent in this period so I plan to do a bit of catching up over the next few days with updates of some amazing sites I have seen. <div><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624586015_3CKSV-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624586015_3CKSV-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624586015_3CKSV-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><div>First up is the Peyto Glacier located in Banff National Park. We stopped here not knowing much about the glacier and as everything was hidden in the fog my expectations to this stop were quite low. A hike to the bottom of the glacier proved to be a great move. As we had only planned a quick stopped we proceeded on a hike without really knowing how far it would be. It turned out to be much closer than I had guessed. We were rewarded with an exhilaration experience as we were the only hikers at the bottom of the glacier. It was quiet, tranquil and the the clouds slowly lifted to show us the beauty of the surroundings. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624584846_FRy4U-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624584846_FRy4U-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624584846_FRy4U-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624586126_6FW6t-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624586126_6FW6t-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624586126_6FW6t-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624586204_kLsD8-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624586204_kLsD8-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/624586204_kLsD8-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">Quote from Wikipedia:</span></span></div><div>Peyto Glacier is located in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, approximately 90 km (56 miles) northwest of the town of Banff, and can be accessed from the Icefields Parkway. Peyto Glacier is an outflow glacier from the Wapta Icefield, which rests along the Continental divide. Glacial silt, which is carried from the glacier by streams, ensures a turquoise appearance to Peyto Lake, a popular tourist destination. As is true for the vast majority of glaciers worldwide, Peyto Glacier has been retreating rapidly, especially since the last half of the 20th century, and has reportedly lost 70% of its mass since it was first researched. In 1987, an automatic weather station was constructed near the glacier that monitors temperature changes, radiation, and precipitation.<br /></div></div><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a> <a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7090016211304192379?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-69043224898300639952009-08-05T08:46:00.001-07:002010-05-07T18:11:40.882-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721259_UNE37-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721259_UNE37-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721259_UNE37-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />It is vacation time in Alberta's Banff region for Henrik, Jesper and myself. Yesterday what we thought was a short 30 minute hike turned into a four hour, 12K stint through the Johnson Canyon and up to the ink pots. A beautiful plateau awaited us here and it was a real treat. What a view! We made several other stops throughout the day but have still not encountered any wild life other than a small fox and a rabbit.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721307_QuHph-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721307_QuHph-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721307_QuHph-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721511_pbgh4-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721511_pbgh4-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721511_pbgh4-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721275_qFDHN-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721275_qFDHN-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611721275_qFDHN-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-6904322489830063995?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-68192977108514933642009-08-04T23:59:00.000-07:002009-12-15T15:58:02.645-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611527022_5V6qh-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611527022_5V6qh-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/611527022_5V6qh-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />It is nice to have been able to escape Vernon, the heat and the smoke. Perhaps it was a bit of a surprise that we are facing rain a temperatures in the range of 9-12 degrees but it's actually a real treat and we are enjoying some fresh air. I am here with good friends Henrik and Jesper. On our first day of exploring the Rockies we stopped at Moraine Lake. <div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-6819297710851493364?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-69099380515304428692009-08-03T01:20:00.000-07:002009-12-15T15:58:36.616-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/609555548_Ktnw6-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/609555548_Ktnw6-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/609555548_Ktnw6-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />A simple title for a photo taken this evening where the sky is full of smoke from the Terrace Mountain Fire. <div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-6909938051530442869?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-24841020753665259282009-08-02T14:02:00.000-07:002010-04-23T11:05:00.247-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608967709_dyn7e-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608967709_dyn7e-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608967709_dyn7e-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />Congrats to Jenny and Brandon, who braved the 36 degree heat wave and were united in marriage at Mission Creek Park in Kelowna yesterday. Despite problems with the sound system and helicopers hovering above, attending local forest fires, the ceromony went really well. Jenny and Brandon took it in stride and everyone cheered as the walk down the isle husband and wife.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608967785_uK5PZ-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608967785_uK5PZ-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608967785_uK5PZ-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608968175_tENqX-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608968175_tENqX-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608968175_tENqX-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608968050_9yDFc-M.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608968050_9yDFc-X2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 281px; height: 450px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608968050_9yDFc-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608967919_mmSfc-XL.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><br /></span><img style="text-decoration: underline;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 291px; " src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608967919_mmSfc-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/gallery/9129285_rHgyV#608614276_gYEap">Link to my SmugMug</a> site for all the photos from the wedding day. </div><br /><div><br />Please follow the link for <a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2010/01/wedding-photography-in-okanagan.html">Prices and Options for our Wedding Coverage</a>. </div><!-- AddThis Button BEGIN --><br /><a class="addthis_button" href="http://www.addthis.com/bookmark.php?v=250&amp;username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/sm-share-en.gif" width="83" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0" /></a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"></script><br /><!-- AddThis Button END --><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-2484102075366525928?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-1474707627685380692009-08-01T22:17:00.000-07:002009-12-15T15:59:49.329-08:00<div><br /></div>The picture should speak it self. We could certainly see increasing smoke as we drove home from Kelowna today. <div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608322283_xx6FQ-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608322283_xx6FQ-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/608322283_xx6FQ-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-147470762768538069?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-88700052005022753132009-07-27T10:24:00.001-07:002009-12-15T16:00:22.155-08:00<div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/603315452_Ka7cU-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/603315452_Ka7cU-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />I am back after a wonderful weekend with friends at Pillar Lake. Pillar Lake Resort is a quaint little gem hidden between Salmon Arm and Falkland. Steep treed hills surround the narrow lake and the small cabins are built right on the edge with a great view of the lake. It was SO refreshing going for a swim after having spent the past week in the heat and smoke in Vernon. The smoke was also a non-issue at Pillar Lake. Here are couple of shots of the lighting storm from Saturday evening.<div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/603315478_fgfMS-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/603315478_fgfMS-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/603315478_fgfMS-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-8870005200502275313?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-16900096147156566682009-07-23T08:32:00.000-07:002010-05-07T18:07:47.048-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599655258_zsEzu-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599655258_zsEzu-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599655258_zsEzu-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />The Terrace Mountain Fire near Fintry continues to grow. Here is a quote from castatnet.net:<div><br /></div><div>The Ministry of Forests Incident Commander expects the Terrace Mountain Fire to continue to grow. Tim Ewart says the fire, currently estimated at about 2,000 hectares, is burning out of control. The fire grew by about 700 hectares Wednesday and Ewart says with ideal conditions and ideal fuel supplies, the fire has the potential to move 30 metres per minute. "Worst case scenario on this fire right now is it could potentially could move 15 kilometres in a burning period," says Ewart.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>In this posts are picture taken in Vernon on Wednesday July 22nd. </div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599655231_J4fYP-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599655231_J4fYP-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599655231_J4fYP-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599828269_n7mRc-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599828269_n7mRc-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599828269_n7mRc-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599645963_yQ4Bq-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599645963_yQ4Bq-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/599645963_yQ4Bq-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1690009614715656668?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-21696079162215739492009-07-22T10:12:00.001-07:002009-12-15T16:01:42.283-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/598788405_T4GpN-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/598788405_T4GpN-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/598788405_T4GpN-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />We are feeling the effects of the forest fires in the area. The fire at Fintry fire is closest to us and the winds have changed over the last couple of days so the area is now engulfed in smoke. This morning we also have ashes in the air. I shot this shot clip at Kin Beach last night.<br /><br /><object width="425" height="240"><param name="movie" value="http://cdn.smugmug.com/ria/ShizVidz-2008120101.swf"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="flashVars" value="s=ZT0xJmk9NTk4NzY0ODYzJms9UFNjU0EmYT02NzQ0NjMzX2c5TEt6JnU9bWZvdG8="><embed src="http://cdn.smugmug.com/ria/ShizVidz-2008120101.swf" flashvars="s=ZT0xJmk9NTk4NzY0ODYzJms9UFNjU0EmYT02NzQ0NjMzX2c5TEt6JnU9bWZvdG8=" width="425" height="240" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object><br /><br />View a <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/gallery/6744633_g9LKz/1/#598764863_PScSA-A-LB">larger version here</a>.<div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">(Tech talk warning)</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">I shot the video as a bit of test after upgrading the firmware for my Canon 5D II. The latest firmware 1.1.0 upgrade allows for full manual control of aperture, shutter speeds and ISO settings when shooting videos. As a photographer this upgrade is crucial as it give much better control over the depth of field. The video is shot with two lenses, 85 1.2L II and 300 2.8L IS, and mostly at max aperture. </span><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-2169607916221573949?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-14880541078415866152009-07-21T15:02:00.000-07:002010-04-26T11:19:34.238-07:00<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Okanagan dished up with perfect weather for Kim and Ben's Wedding. The ceremony was at one my favorite spots in Vernon, The Mackie House. This old heritage house and park is located right next to Kalamalka Lake and is the perfect setting for a wedding. After the ceremony we ventured on to the Illahee Inn, another gorgeous spot right on the lake. The magic moment for me however was the first dance, which took place on the deck at Paddlewheel Park in the sunset. Congrats to Kim and Ben. It was fantastic being part of your big day.</div></div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb1/597965453_sLhK4-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb1/597965453_sLhK4-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb3/597965568_mkBYy-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb3/597965568_mkBYy-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb2/597965498_DQ9jx-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb2/597965498_DQ9jx-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb4/597965727_BeJeM-M.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 436px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb4/597965727_BeJeM-M.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb6/597965828_a6r8z-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb6/597965828_a6r8z-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb5/597965768_KgdT2-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb5/597965768_KgdT2-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb7/597966390_pcmjY-L.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 375px; height: 600px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Blog/kb7/597966390_pcmjY-L.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><br /><blockquote>As soon as my husband and I met Morten and his wife we knew immediately that we wanted them involved in our wedding. We were impressed not only by Morten's mix of candid and posed photos, but also by his outgoing personality. On the day of the wedding, I felt completely at ease as Morten ensured we got all the pictures we requested and then some! When we received the final edits of our pictures, my husband and I were absolutely amazed. I am so thankful that Morten was there for our special day because his pictures truly captured the happiness that will live in our memories forever. <div><br /></div><div>Kim &amp; Ben</div></blockquote><div><br /><div><br /><div>Lots more to see from Kim and Ben's wedding via <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/gallery/8950512_jzAkm#594793977_efQYU">this link</a>.</div><br /><div><br />Please follow the link for <a href="http://mortenbyskov.blogspot.com/2010/01/wedding-photography-in-okanagan.html">Prices and Options for our Wedding Coverage</a>. </div><!-- AddThis Button BEGIN --><br /><a class="addthis_button" href="http://www.addthis.com/bookmark.php?v=250&amp;username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"><img src="http://s7.addthis.com/static/btn/sm-share-en.gif" width="83" height="16" alt="Bookmark and Share" style="border:0" /></a><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc796a147c13e2e"></script><br /><!-- AddThis Button END --></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1488054107841586615?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-77560979450896282652009-07-19T23:20:00.000-07:002010-05-07T18:08:04.710-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/596214543_Kw9eh-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/596214543_Kw9eh-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/596214543_Kw9eh-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />I spotted the huge white cloud of smoke from the Fintry fire right from my deck. I headed out with the camera and came home with these shots. In the first shot look carefully for the parachuter. <div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/596214630_ZxWEd-S.jpg"></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/596214630_ZxWEd-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/596214630_ZxWEd-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/596214604_m6DtZ-XL.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><br /></span><img style="text-decoration: underline;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 291px; " src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/596214604_m6DtZ-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>More shot via the <a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/gallery/8971552_YcunU#596173282_Pa2RB">link</a>.</div><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-7756097945089628265?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-15743171314525605522009-07-19T17:53:00.000-07:002010-05-07T18:08:24.662-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/595858262_qfCbr-S.jpg"></a><div><br /></div><a href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/595858262_qfCbr-XL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/595858262_qfCbr-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>11.000 people have been evacuated in the Westbank area due to three forest fires raging in the area. So far 9 structures have burned down. While Vernon had lots of smoke yesterday from the fires it completely cleared today as the winds had changed this morning. The photo shown above is a view from Vernon looking south. </div><div><br /></div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://s7.addthis.com/js/250/addthis_widget.js#username=xa-4bc787191c408640"></script><div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style"><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_print"></a><span class="addthis_separator">|</span><a class="addthis_button_expanded">Share</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-1574317131452560552?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8524364479320736494.post-88780468001321322882009-07-15T20:41:00.001-07:002009-12-15T16:07:00.617-08:00<div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/592500776_A5a97-S.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 251px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/592500776_A5a97-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>It would seem almost odd that I would get excited about a point and shoot camera like the Panasonic Lumix DMC LX-3 but here is why I cannot wait to start shooting with it. When you carry your SLR camera and several of lenses around with you almost daily at times you can get fed up with the weight and the scene it can create. Quite often I just want to travel light and yet I really do not like it when I miss out on a good photo opportunity. After reading several reviews and and after I've played around with the LX-3 for a bit in the store I bit the bullet and ordered one today. </div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/592500790_stXZ9-S.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 279px;" src="http://mfoto.smugmug.com/photos/592500790_stXZ9-S.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a></div><div>One of the strong points of the LX-3 is the wide 24mm equivalent f/2.o lens. It is a Leica lens and test pictures that I have seen look very promising. I will follow up in the near future with an update.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8524364479320736494-8878046800132132288?l=mortenbyskov.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Morten Byskov mfoto.cahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06162781997838932185noreply@blogger.com0