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Secrets from the Trout Fishing Pros
Secrets from the Trout Fishing Pros
This eBook guide contains the latest and most up-to-date information on how to catch more trout than the average fisherman. This guide shows you techniques on how to find trout more effectively, 3 big no-nos in the area of fishing, 7 tips on finding the best kind of bait for your situation, and the little-known secrets from old fishing pros. When you buy this guide you also get three free bonus eBooks! The first is Smokin' Trout, which teaches you how to make mouth-watering smoked trout. The next is Cleaning Your Trout, which teaches you everything you need to know about what to do after you catch your fish, and Family Fishing Tips, which shows you how to have family fun on the lake fishing. The best information about fishing comes from those that have done it for years, and that is exactly what you get in the Secrets of the Trout Fishing Pros: Professional, experienced advice.
Secrets from the Trout Fishing Pros Summary
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Author: Mike Atasca
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My Secrets from the Trout Fishing Pros Review
I usually find books written on this category hard to understand and full of jargon. But the author was capable of presenting advanced techniques in an extremely easy to understand language.
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Water Characteristics
Knowing the water and its characteristics where you fish is yet one more factor that plays into the degree of success you will have when trout fishing. The goal is to find water that is right for trout fishing. This means learning the various features such as depth, size, amount of shelter for the fish, width of the water, and so on. The best water for trout is the small sized rivers and streams. The reason for this is that you will find water that is shallower, a slower water speed, better visibility, better shelter, and the riverbeds are usually well defined. All of these things combined make the ideal location to catch trout. Now keep in mind that these waters are simply the better choices but when it comes to catching trout, you have a huge selection that includes
Understanding Movement
Think about movement for just a minute. As cars down the freeway, children play in the house, and a dog runs in the yard, and so on, the eye naturally turns to take notice. When you go trout fishing, in many cases, movement equals trout. For trout fishing, the same is true. Remember that when you see movement, you many not see the entire trout. Instead, you may see a quick flash of light, an odd shape, a shadow, or even a small portion of the fish itself such as the tail or fin. Therefore, rather than expect to see the entire fish, teach your mind to look for movement , which could be a trout.
Eliminating Frustration
Trout fishing sometimes requires a great deal of patience. Remember, this is the time to relax in the outdoor environment rather than feeling overwhelmed that you are not catching anything. Allow the down time to be a time of anticipation instead of frustration. By being frustrated when trout fishing, you will experience a negative impact on your fishing abilities. Typically, along with frustration comes a loss of concentration. As discussed earlier, when your concentration moves from
Presentation And Retrieval
When you hear the words, Spinner Presentation , that is a reference to the way in which you fish a particular lake, river, or stream. The presentation is not just casting the line into the water but also the way in which you manage the spinner, the way you retrieve, and so on. Presentation is the method in which you fish and by learning how to present the right way, you will improve your overall ability to catch trout.
Wading Boots and Shoes
In fact, some wading boots shoes are designed with metal studs on the sole that are excellent when you find yourself trying to catch trout from slippery riverbeds or shorelines. The other great advantage of neoprene is that if your feet do get wet, you can set the boots shoes out by the campfire and by the time that you wake up in the morning to start another day of fishing, they will be perfectly dry.
Observation Skills
An interesting fact about trout fishing is the observation skills required. As you fish, you will be walking up and down riverbanks, looking around as you go. When you do this, your mind perceives that things are moving around you, when in fact, they are not moving at all. This is why observing your environment while standing still is so important. Many anglers are not aware of this trick but once you try it, you will see for yourself how it helps. Looking around at the water and environment as you walk causes things to become distorted. Have you ever stopped at a stoplight and had another car come up along side you when suddenly you feel as though your car were rolling when in actuality, it was the other car moving The same principal applies to trout fishing. The next time you go trout fishing, try this exercise and you will see for yourself just how powerful stationary observation is. This form of observation is often referred to Stream Craft, which means being aware of your...
Having Confidence
Like with anything, when you build your confidence, you will perform better. The importance of confidence in trout fishing is that you stop questioning every decision you make. In other words, you choose the right spinner and you know it was the right spinner. Once you have gained confidence, you stop wasting time second-guessing everything you do and just focus on catching trout.
Correct Casting
If you are serious about trout fishing, this chapter will show you the importance of learning the various strategies for casting. Sure, anyone can cast a line into water and keep their fingers crossed that they will get a bite and if they are lucky, they might. However, if you want to catch an abundance of trout every time you head out to the lake, river, or stream, learning the right way to cast is crucial.
Fishing Line
One of the most important things to remember about trout fishing is that while it would be nice to walk into a sporting goods store and pick up one pole, one spinner, one type of line, and be ready to go but in reality, trout fishing is not a one-size fits all type sport. Now keep in mind that you do not have to spend your life's fortune to have a great time and to be successful, but there is a level of investment if you want to be competitive.
Of all the things that you should do when trout fishing, having good concentration levels is number one. If you think about it, fishing requires the angler to be making several decisions at once. The coordination of these efforts can be done flawlessly if the angler is concentrating on what is going on. While fishing, if you were to become distracted, your mind would begin to wander to other things. When this happens, your concentration on the retrieval is gone and the fish takes advantage of that lapse by fighting and freeing itself from the hook. Another way in which concentration is used when trout fishing relates to the equipment you use. This is why understanding your rod, reel, line, and lures is so important. As you cast, pay attention to the way in which the line goes out. Is it smooth or do you notice some stiffness The concentration would also be used for your retrieval. Are you able to reel the trout in easily or is the process more challenging that it should be In essence,...
When trout fishing, while enjoying the fight you should be relaxed so you enjoy your time on the water. An important part of fishing, whether for trout or any type of fish is the relaxation that it offers. As you walk along riverbanks, wade in beautiful streams, and take in the beauty that the outdoor offers, you should feel excited about catching trout but also relaxed in nature. To go trout fishing means to escape the hustle and bustle of a busy city and find a place that is tucked away with green vegetation and crystal blue water. Therefore, your mindset needs to be ready for some peace and quiet. If you were to ask anglers that had been fishing for years what they like about this sport most, the majority would agree that it is the relaxation and ability to clear the mind.
Jacket Shell
The jacket shell is designed similar to the vest but it provides a little more coverage. This type of clothing for trout fishing is not lined, very lightweight, and waterproof, making this an excellent piece of clothing for anglers. Best of all, the jacket shell is very affordable.
As mentioned, with lots of practice and some patience, you can learn to spot trout underneath the water. This may be a flash, shadow, or slight movement. Even if you are trout fishing in clear water, do not expect to see an entire trout. Instead, look for various portions of the fish and then use your visualization skills to identify the trout. For example, if you see a fin and tail, you want to take the shape and identifying marks and put them together to determine the type of trout associated with those characteristics.
Methods Of Fishing
The nice thing about trout fishing is that you can choose just one method or if you prefer, you can use a combination of any of the three on each trip. For instance, you could start out wading in shallow water in the morning when the water temperatures are cool and then head out on a boat to deeper waters in the afternoon when the water temperatures rise and trout move out to find better shelter. To gain a better understanding of each of these methods, you can follow the guidelines provided before to help you choose the right method of using.
To be a good angler, you have to have the mindset of flexibility. Unfortunately, many anglers have become stuck in the mindset that if they go home without fish, they have failed. Sure, the purpose of trout fishing is to catch fish to bring home but if you happen to have an off day, you should walk away with the feeling that you had a great time and learned something from that day's experience.
Pants Shirts
For trout fishing in the summertime when the environment is hot, cotton pants and shirts are the best choice in that they will provide the needed protection yet help keep you cool. Try to find colors that would blend in with the environment, which will help you from being spotted so easily by the fish. A great option is camouflage as well as greens and blues. For trout fishing in the fall or winter, you can still use your cotton pants or shirts by wearing them under waders rather than alone. Just remember to add other warm apparel such as a hat, socks, and gloves so you stay well insulated against the cold environment. Again, when you are comfortable, you can focus on the fishing and not on how miserable you might be feeling.
External Environment
The great thing about trout fishing is that you can catch this type of fish in all types of waters from lakes to rivers to streams, and the water can be shallow or deep. Learning about a trout's environment is another trick for having a successful day of fishing. To succeed in catching trout every time you fish, you must know how to read the various sections of each body of water, which is known as Stream Craft .
Interestingly, many anglers get out on the water and forget one very important thing - sunglasses. As you have learned earlier in this book, to be good at trout fishing, you need to be able to see the environment, both outside and inside the water. If you are without sunglasses, the water will have a glare making it hard to see much of anything. To help you see through the water, a pair of quality, polarized sunglasses will soon become your best friend. This type of sunglasses helps by cutting the glare on the water's surface. Additionally, sunglasses act as a protective cover for the eyes. If you have ever been trout fishing before, chances are you have become snagged on something and trying to get it undone you tug on the line only to have the spinner come flying back toward you. This is an accident waiting to happen so by keeping your sunglasses on, you keep your eyes safe from flying hooks.
Line Strength
To classify fishing line, it is measured by its strength. To make this determination, manufacturers use a special test called the Brighton Strand Test, which involves taking portions of line that is straight and unknotted and then applying various levels of stress until it finally breaks. The point at which the fishing line breaks is considered the test strength or breaking strain. The discovery made by the manufacturers using this test is that for trout fishing, your best options of strength include 6, 8, 10, and 12-pound line.
Although a little different, gaiters are somewhat like a pair of waders in that they are waterproof and rather than cover the entire lower portion of the body, they cover from the knees down. The great thing about gaiters is that you can wear them in the winter for wading in cold streams or in the summer to protect your legs from shrubbery, rocks, and so on. Therefore, they actually serve a purpose regardless of the time of year you enjoy trout fishing.
Flexibility is an operative word when it comes to trout fishing. If you are fishing one spot but not having much success, you need to relocate to another spot. Try to move in an upstream direction, looking for pools or pockets in the water. As you walk upstream, stop about every four feet and cast. This will allow you to cover just about every area of the water. Remember, you might fish one spot and catch nothing but move five feet and find a bunch of trout. Therefore, do not walk upstream and wait until you have gone 20, 30, or 40 feet before casting.
Fishing conditions change based on a number of factors such as weather, current, height, depth, clarity, and width of the water, shelter, and so on. This means that the spinner you use will change depending on the conditions on the day you fish. As an example, if you go trout fishing on a cloudy day, you would choose a brightly colored spinner whereas on a sunny day, you would want a dull or matt finish spinner. When it comes to spinners, anglers typically think of fly-fishing. However, trout fishing also uses spinners and by keeping the right spinners as a part of your equipment, you will be amazed at how much benefit you will enjoy. For instance, when choosing spinners, you will consider three primary things
Spinner Loss
Unfortunately, many anglers make the mistake of spending too much thought and time worrying about losing spinners. After all, when trout fishing you are going to be casting over rocks, around shrubbery, and over tree branches, which means that spinners will be lost no matter how careful you are.
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The New American Trout Fishing by John Merwin Macmillan Publishing Co. 1994. A modern treatise (see Trout below) on the sport today. Trout by Ray Bergman Alfred A. Knopf, Inc. First published in 1938, this second revised edition has become a classic treatise on trout fishing in the United States. Its age is advantageous in that it allows the beginner to learn about the modern-day infancy of the sport.
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Lake trout can be caught by flyfishermen and light-spin-tackle anglers in spring when the fish move to shallow water. Best offerings to use at this time are minnow simulations streamers, spinners, spoons, and diving crankbaits. But the majority of lake-trout fishing is done at depth by trolling with large spoons and live bait, such as smelt. In the past, heavy, unwieldy conventional rods and reels outfitted with wire line were necessary to reach the depths required. However, the advent of downriggers has allowed comparatively light-tackle anglers to fish for lake trout successfully.
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One major manufacturer offered a ready to fish spinning rod-and-reel combination that came with a free tackle starter kiteither three spinners or a small assortment of plastic worms and hooksfor 35. Conversely, for about 100 you can buy an excellent warranty-backed rod-and-reel outfit, one that will last for more than a decade, and still have money left over for your license. For now, though, I recommend going with a mid-priced outfit, because your desires may change in the future. There's no point investing heavily in, say, a lightweight trout-fishing outfit now when you may wind up doing most of your fishing in big reservoirs for heavyweight largemouth bass.
Trout and Salmon Fishing
NSW offers some of the premier trout fishing in Australia. Brown, rainbow and brook trout are found in the cooler highland reaches of many NSW rivers. In a number of rivers trout have established naturally reproducing populations. In other waters NSW Fisheries, in conjunction with angler groups, maintains populations by annual restocking with fry and fingerlings.
Trout And Salmon Stocking Programs
The end of the trout fishing season coincides with the onset of the trout spawning runs. Staff at NSW Fisheries' two trout hatcheries make full use of the spawning populations to maintain strong genetic diversity among hatchery stocks. This ensures that the fish we breed grow better and are less susceptible to disease.
I once hooked an enormous wild steelhead in the outlet area of British Columbia's Morice's Lake. In this outlet the fish was holding as if it was in a mariner's tail out. This steelhead was a surprise because at the time I was trout fishing. Respectfully, its first wild run will be long remembered. Every time I visit a lake's outlet I look for a bonus fish opportunity. Using utmost caution I try to make my best approach and presentation.
Paijanne Rapids
There are good waters for fishing perch, pike-perch and pike in the region and it's not unusual to catch trout either. For net fishers, many lakes provide good catches of vendace. Recent years have seen a major improvement to the crayfish population in many lakes and crayfish licences are now much more easily available.
Whatever the season
Perch is the fishers best friend the national fish of Finland, it is found throughout the country and bites readily at all times of the year. In winter, the best method of catching perch is ice fishing and angling with a hook and line in summer. Angling is also a good means of catching other, fairly common fish roach, bream, id and other fish of the same family in late spring or summer. For example, the best time for id angling is between 15 April and 15 May in Southern Finland. The prime lure fishing season for pike is spring and autumn, but pike can be drawn out of their hiding places throughout the open water season. The best time for sea trout fishing is in April-May and SeptemberNovember. But in some years, December is a very good time for trout trolling, just before the ice comes. Grayling, salmon, brown trout and whitefish bite eagerly in the summer and autumn, particularly in rivers and rapids. And if you are interested in salmon trolling on the open sea you should fish in...
Size 4 to 10 streamers work well for most trout fishing, but you may need sizes up to 1 0 for large trout. For crappies, use sizes 6 to 12 for white, smallmouth and spotted bass, sizes 2 to 6 for large-mouth bass, pickerel and salmon, sizes 1 0 to 4 for northem pike, muskies and stripers, sizes 3 0 to 2.
SEA fishing
In open water time, a sea fishing experience would be incomplete without the chance to surf-fish for sea trout on the outer islets, using spinning equipment, or to troll for salmon on the open seas from motor boats. The prime seasons for trout fishing are early spring and late autumn and for salmon trolling May - June.
Hares Ear Nymph
The Hare's Ear Nymph is the most popular nymph of all times. In sizes 8 through 16, it will catch trout, panfish, bass, and even salmon. It suggests a myriad of underwater life, and is best tied very fuzzy and buggy looking. You may tie it weighted, weighting just the forward half of the hook shank, or unweighted as we're showing it here.


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If you know me, you know I go EVERYWHERE with my smart phone. It is the only way I know what I have to do next. I might not always use it as a phone, you know, like for answering calls… but it has my calendar, schedule, emails, maps, camera, and files. And then I can TEXT anyone, anywhere. I can GOOGLE any subject right away. Oh! so much can be done with a smart phone.
I have been accused of being in the CLOUD instead of being in the moment. I have been accused of being a workaholic (ha!) because that is what I usually do with my smart phone – however, I will not use it while I teach unless I feel it is an emergency. Often I just leave the smart phone on my desk in the office while I teach, and the volume is always off.
So what is this post about?
It is about parents, smart phones, and piano lessons. About half of my piano students are in group classes. 45 minutes of class and then the parents join the class for another 15 minutes with their children. This is where I explain what is new, what is expected at home and answer any questions. I have provided a tall stool for each parent to sit on beside their child's piano, a pencil for notes, a neatly typed assignment page. So many parents are grateful for my efforts to make this part of class easier. But there are those who totally ignore me, their child and basically are just a warm body present in the room but drifting in the cloud. Really? yes, indeed. When it is their child's turn to play a solo piece for the class, they are busy emailing, 'texting' or playing a game. One of these parents even told me that he did not understand what his daughter had to practice at home! And guess what? This family is no longer enrolled at my studio…
Put the phone away!
I am not a confrontational person. I like to keep the peace and want to believe that everyone is happy and get along with each other. I will take a parent to the side and talk about issues, but I would much rather they turn on the common sense switch and realize these 15 minutes are precious time that they are PAYING FOR! Really and truly, it is a generation of parents who just want to pay for lessons and drop the kids off, pick them up and maybe remind them to practice during the week. Thankfully I only have one or two parents that don't get it, my frustration is because those are the families that need to pay attention.
You put up a sign?
I do. In the small waiting area of my studio I've been known to post signs for everything for the simple reason that I hate being the bad guy, and I would rather focus on making music than rules and regulations. In the past I have posted "TURN CELL PHONES OFF", "NO FOOD OR DRINK", and "DON'T PLAY WITH THE NEIGHBORS TOYS." It has worked for me 99% of the time.
Smart Parents
I cannot forget those parents who use their smart phones wisely. A few beginner parents videotape the 15 minutes that we are together in order to remember how to practice at home.
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When it comes to competition, it works like this: As one of the judges, I choose the 10 photographs I like best. For round 1, that meant choosing 10 out of 491 photographs. In other words, for every 50 photos, I can only choose one. Words can't describe quite how difficult that is: A lot of talent and creativity goes into competition entries, and a lot can be said about.
I won't lie to you - while I am a moderately successful blogger (hey, you're reading my blog right now, aren't you?), a soon-to-be-published author (my book goes on sale in about a month and a half) and a washed-up freelance / stock photographer who decided that I could only do photography as a hobby, because doing it for the money was soul-destroying - I have never actually judged a competition before. While the guys at Crestock were quite helpful in offering guidelines and ideas as to what I should be looking for, it got me a-thinking: What can you, as a photographer, do to maximise your chances in the battle of shutter times and lighting, against the rest of the pack?
A quick disclaimer: I'm writing this before I've seen who the winners are of round 1, and as such, some of the ideas and thoughts below might be completely contradicting the people who actually won. On the other hand, there are 13 judges, each with 10+1 vote, so in theory, 143 votes could be cast. On my own, I have very little (well, a thirteenth, or about 7.7%) influence on the final decision.
It's also worth noting that everything in this posts are merely my own opinions, and for all I know I might be the rank outsider: All the other photo judges in the world might very well disagree with me.
1 - Stick to the topic
First off, you would be amazed how many people submit photos that don't actually fall within the area of the competition. To use a concrete example: In the 1st round of the Crestock competition, the title of the photo was to be 'The Meaning of Life'. Now, I'm all for having a wide array of possibilities and interpretations, but there's something to be said for at least tenuously staying on target.
Take the image shown at the bottom, for example (check out the much bigger version over at Crestock).
On its own, it's a pretty good photo: It's okay lit, and from my days of LAN parties, I can totally see how caffeine-laden drinks and computer keyboards can be part of the meaning of life.
What you have to remember, however, is that a lot of the judging that is done is based on people's own experiences: To most people, the meaning of life will not involve a can of Dr Pepper, and while I imagine it could successfully be argued that it might be the meaning of life to some, that is an ascertation which would fill the viewer with sadness.
The closer you manage to stick to the target, the better. It doesn't matter if it's an illustration (a pair of lovers, as in 'the meaning of life is love') or a more abstract take on the subject (a beach chair in sunset, as in 'the meaning of life is to relax'). Making the audience (in this case, the judges) think about what they are looking at is great, but don't push it too far.
In the photo shown above, for example, with the lady with the red hair (see a bigger version here), initially seems to be way off target: What does a middle-aged woman with bright hair have to do with the meaning of life? But at the same time, the photo sent me into a train of thought: Of course it makes sense. She's ascending. She's on a journey. She's going somewhere. And she doesn't care about the rest of the world. Hell, that's as good a meaning of life as I've ever heard of…
2 - Know the rules - then break them
Ansel Adams, seen by many as one of the greatest photographers to have ever lived, said something along the lines of 'there are no rules for great pictures, there are just great pictures'. What he meant by that? Beats me, but it sounds good, no? Okay, just kidding. What I think he meant is that there's no way to create a set of criteria which guarantee a good photo. Photography is viciously subjective, and ultimately your audience will think what they want. Take the rule of thirds, for example (as discussed here, and in more detail here): It isn't an iron-fast rule in itself, but people who don't understand it, break it in ways that are un-pleasing to the eye.
The trick is to do something that works. In my experience, this means that you have to know all the 'rules' of photography (Get the exposure right, mind your backgrounds, have a vision, and get it all to work together), so you can choose which ones you want to break for a particular photo. Take the photo up there (I am, right now, pointing in vain at the photo, realising that you can't see me point. Hmm. I can see this might be a problem. Try here for a bigger version, either way), with the person walking on the train lines. Composition-wise, I would have done this photo very differently indeed. Barefoot might have been better. Throwing the rails off-centre would have helped. And yet, the pale colours, the reflection, and the notion of travelling somewhere by walking on trainlines somehow resounds strongly with me. It's not the done thing. It breaks with rules and regulations, and it's awesome. Just like this photo.
3 - Keep it simple
When submitting a photo to a photography competition, it's tempting to select a photo you're particularly proud of, or one that shows off a vast amount of different things at once. That's not necessarily the best strategy. Remember that what you're trying to do is to a) stand out from the masses of other photos and b) tell a story.
Photography is very much about telling stories, and while you are using a visual medium to do so, you still need to be a good storyteller, and have an eye for what appeals to people.
I guess it says something about me as a person, but here's yet another of the competition entries below (higher res here) that spoke to me strongly: The simplicity of this image: a couple walking towards the sunset on a road reflecting the light of the golden hour makes this photograph stand out strongly.
4 - Tell a powerful story
As always said in J-school: If it has a human element people can identify with, the story is far stronger. That's why newspapers after a disaster will tell the story of Mr. and Mrs Smith and their individual tragedy, rather than the much drier factoid that 300 people died: We need to be able to feel that the people involved are related (or at least relevant) to us in one way or another. The best photographs, in my opinion, do the same thing. It doesn't have to be a tabloid story of murder, deceit, or deception, but if you manage to get an emotion in there somehow, you're onto something.
There are several levels of involving your audience emotionally. At the most shallow level, there is a recognition of emotion: A photo of a mother looking at a child might invoke this: You might feel that the mother loves the child, but the photo could leave you cold. Another photo would cause you to feel with the mother: Where you understand the feeling at a deeper degree. Finally, an image might be so strong that not only do you recognise and understand the emotion, you might actually feel the same.
The photo of the lovers in black and white, above, for example, works strongly for me at all levels. I recognise it as passion, I sympathise with the people in the photo, and I empathise strongly, in that this particular photo (not really safe for work, but look at the bigger version if nobody can see your screen anyway!), with the feeling of pure, unbridled love and passion.
Similarly, I am affected by the photo of the young woman above. The image (bigger here) is titled 'religion', and while I'm not a religious person in the slightest, I recognise it as a powerful 'meaning of life' force driving many people. It helps that the photo has a beautiful girl in it and is cleverly captured. The same photograph could easily have been slanted in the opposite direction, with a mosque towering over the same model as an imposing, powerful overlord. The fact that the lady is much bigger than the spire representing 'religion' speaks to me, in that the human element is far more important than religion: Religion is built up of people. This interplay of symbolism, great photographic skill and tangential on-target-ism means that this photo definitely deserved one of my points.
A final example of the same is the photo of big feet / little feet (bigger here). The pure simplicity of using two pairs of feet as a symbol of family, love, and a meaning of life? Sheer brilliance.
5 - Technical perfection in pair with strong vision
As you may have guessed from the name of this website, I love doing photo criticisms. I'm a right opinionated little bastard, in fact, and some times, people disagree. A while back, I had a vicious argument with someone over a photograph which was - objectively - technically superior. His strongest argument was that I should 'look past the technical imperfections, and see how beautiful the model was'. Love makes blind, but you can't afford to be blind about photos you are going to submit to photographic competitions: You'll be up against some brilliant photographers (like SUBA, who captured the intensely likeable photo of the laughing girl to the left - check out the bigger version, too!), and even small slip-ups will cost you enough points to lose you a competitions.
The thing is, creativity and originality can make up for some things, but there's only so much I'd be willing to forgive. A slight over-exposure on an extremely good, unrepeatable action photo? I can forgive that. Not getting the focus right on a studio shot? Not good enough. Go back, learn from your mistakes, try it again.
As a camera operator, you are a technician. Photography, in many ways, is pure physics. Optics, to be exact, but physics nonetheless. As with everything in optics, everything can be calculated. Exposures, refractive indexes, focal distances: Everything can be described mathematically. With modern cameras, you don't have to worry about much of it, but nonetheless, you still need to get it right.
The analogy is often drawn as such: A snapper that is technically perfect but lacks vision will never be a great photographer. You can imitate, but not learn true photographic vision. On the other hand, having a great vision of what makes a good photo is not an excuse not to acquire the technical skills you need to express your ideas.
In my opinion, all arts are the same: As an artist, you need a message (ideas, vision, originality, inspiration) and a means to express this message. It doesn't matter if you use a keyboard (poetry, prose), a paint brush (watercolours, oils) or a photo camera (polaroid, pinhole, SLR): If your means of expressing your message aren't up to scratch, your art simply isn't good enough.
When it all comes together, you end up with photos like the person laying down in the hallway, above (bigger here).
6 - The X factor
So, you've worked hard, and everything seems to be coming together. You're on topic, you've carefully chosen which rules to break, your photo isn't over the top, you've got a story to tell, and your technical skills are as sharp as they come. What could possibly go wrong?
The final thing you need to keep in mind is that you're up against hundreds of other photographs. If you submit a photo that is similar to what other photographers have done, you both lose impact, and will probably both not win the competition. The key is originality.
And yet, even if your photo ticks all the boxes and is refreshingly original, you may find yourself struggling without a bit of X-factor: That special, invisible ingredient which will transform your photographs from very, very good to 'Wow, this is simply amazing'.
To me, in this round, the photo to the right does all that, and more. To try and explain why, let me walk you through the process:
When I think about the meaning of life, I think about many different things. Independence is a strong part of it, as is the idea of travel, of being on a journey through life. Love is important, as is loyalty, passion, and a sense that 'if you're happy, you need nothing else'. It was something that struck me when I last visited the Caribbean: Many of the people I met had little except each other, but seemed to be the most relaxed, lovely, and happy people ever.
The photograph of the hobo and his dog (check out the full-size version) is right on the money in all of those things: Homeless? Maybe, but the guy seems happy, he's got a dog he loves, and he knows that it could be a lot worse than spending a day in the sunshine with his guitar. Compounded by the message, this photo is technically superior: The strong greens and blues of the grass and sky, the heavy shadows on the dog and the man, the way the sun catches his beard - it all comes together perfectly.
And the final tip… Develop your own style
There are a lot of fantastic photos out there, and a myriad of tutorials for how you can recreate them, but that's only half the story: you have to take something and make it your own. Think of it as cooking a new dish: Do you follow the recipe perfectly, or are you confident enough in the kitchen to use it as a base, and remove some things, and add others? If you're doing the latter, then you're probably doing the right thing…
Good luck!
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Stonewall lists Council as top LGBT employer
1 February 2018A national equality organisation has named Cheshire West and Chester Council in its prestigious list of the best employers in the country.
The Council is celebrating after retaining a place in Stonewall's top 100 lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) friendly organisations for the second year.
The Council takes part in Stonewall's annual Workplace Equality Index, which assesses public, private and third sector organisations across the UK, including some of the largest and most successful firms in the world.
The index is fully revised every three years, and 2018 marks the first year of new and even more challenging criteria, including being fully trans-inclusive. This meant retaining a top 100 place against the 434 submissions to the index this year was a significant achievement.
Councillor Paul Donovan, the Council's Cabinet Member for Democracy and Workforce, said: "We are delighted to be further recognised for our work on equality and diversity. This reflects a great deal of hard work by our elected members and staff who are committed to ensuring that all colleagues feel able to be themselves at work and help to make our communities more inclusive."
Deputy Chief Executive Delyth Curtis said: "This is a real honour and reflects the progress we continue to make around LGBT equality, which means the organisation is better placed to respond to the issues faced by its employees and the LGBT community. Our staff, visitors and residents come from all walks of life. For LGBT employees, knowing that the organisation and colleagues will support them to be themselves makes a real difference to their everyday working lives."


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Friday, August 1, 2014
Tulsa Restaurant Review: McGills on 19
You may wonder why we are all dressed up in these fabulous wigs, and where we are eating! Well, this is post two about Amanda's Bachelorette Party in Tulsa. You can see our fun times at COUfest here. The first night of our trip, we checked into the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, then we got all dolled up in fun wigs. After we were ready for the night, we headed up to the 19th floor to McGill's, a very nice restaurant overlooking the area.
Yes, my wig is weird looking. I ordered a different one, but it never showed up, so I had to scramble to find one. It was still really fun.
We got our our own private room with a huge window, and we spent a lot of time taking pictures of our funky wigs. Mine was a little on the scary side! haha
Our waiter immediately informed me that the chef would be happy to make a vegan dish. I was really excited. He said that in the future, you can always call ahead and the chef will make sure he has ingredients to make something really stellar. Once I knew where dinner was headed, I started looking at the drinks. Moscow mules were the special, so I ordered one!
The drink was delicious! By that time, we were all pretty hungry, so we told the waiter to keep the bread coming.
Everyone practiced their fancy sipping! Soon, our salads arrived. The waiter made sure to let me know that the balsamic vinaigrette had honey in it, so be careful. The staff seemed incredibly knowledgeable about veganism, and I felt confident that I was going to get a great meal.
The salad was really delicious, and before our entree, we were treated to a lemon sorbet palate cleanser. Yum!
Dinner arrived, and I couldn't wait to dig in! The bell pepper was cooked beautifully, and it was soft and easy to cut. The risotto was flavorful and packed with vegetables. The meal was huge, and I couldn't finish it all. I was really happy that I ordered it. If I ever find myself at the Hard Rock again, I'll be sure to come back!
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With limited student enrollment of about 250 students, Gulf Stream School maintains a 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Gulf Stream School offers its students a unique and varied educational experience that actively engages students and faculty in a challenging educational experience that fosters the skills, habits, and passion for lifelong learning.
Gulf Stream School requires its students to participate in every aspect of school life, encouraging them to learn more about themselves and others while preparing them for purposeful involvement in the local and global communities.
One measure of the success of the Gulf Stream School program is reflected in the acceptance of their graduates to dozens of prestigious schools around the nation including: Asheville School – NC, Dreyfoos School for the Arts and The Benjamin School – FL, Deerfield Academy – CT, Georgetown Preparatory School – DC, and the International School of Genoa, Italy to name just a few.
In addition to the school's academic successes, approximately 60% of Gulf Stream's 7th grade class is invited to participate in the Duke University Talent Search.
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THEY say football is a religion in Liverpool.
And when Gerard Houllier took to the lectern at the magnificent Liverpool Cathedral on Monday evening to deliver the Roscoe Lecture to 2,000 people, there was no doubting it.
Particularly as Everton manager David Moyes was in the audience to hear the Reds boss reflect on his life - and share some thoughts and philosophies about the great game.
Religion, as we know, can so often divide people. But as all 2,000 rose to gave Houllier a standing ovation, it was clear that football was a unifying force.
That touching moment was a poignant reminder of just how vital this game is to the people of Merseyside. Whether they are thronging Anfield, Goodison, or Prenton Park.
Or the hallowed aisles of one of Europe's most beautiful cathedrals.
Time refs took lead>
WE all want to see good sportsmanship.
And as spectators we duly applaud when a player puts the ball out if he sees an opponent going down injured.
Then we clap again as those same opponents throw or kick the ball back to the other team to allow the contest to resume.
But it's all nonsense. And when it doesn't go to plan, it can cause a near riot on the pitch.
Just as it did after half an hour in the San Siro last weekend when Italy played Wales in a tense European Championship qualifier.
Robbie Savage (surprise, surprise) wasn't feeling too generous when Alessandro Nesta went down injured. He i g n ore d him an d launched a rare Welsh attack, incensing the Italians who expected him to put the ball out.
In the mayhem that followed, both the Italian goalkeeper Gigi Buffon and Craig Be l lamy were booked.
I don't know where this socalled policy of allowing the players to decide wh eth er the game continues or s tops has come from.
But it should be scrapped now.
It never existed in the '70s and '80s and there were never problems. If the referee decided a player was so badly injured he needed immediate attention, then he blew his whistle.
If he didn't blow, the game continued until a natural break in the action and he beckoned the physio on.
Supporters might have let the man in black know if they thought he should have stopped the action, but the player s rarely locked horns over it as it was never their responsibility to act.
Remember the accepted adage, 'always play to the whistle'?
There has been a number of other spats down the years with this one and while they are relatively rare, when they do occur they can lead to controversy.
It's high time referees reclaimed sole control on the decision to stop play or not because leaving it to the players is unfair, unreliable and inconsistent.
If things continue as they are you c an bet there'll be another San Siro style rumpus - or worse - before we know it.


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The Microsoft Surface Pro 5 release is still somewhat of a mystery, but it's never too early to start thinking about what's coming next. With that in mind, here's the latest Surface Pro 5 news, rumors, release details and everything else you need to know.
Considering the last Surface Pro (2017) is over a year old, excitement is starting to build about a potential Surface Pro 5 in 2018 or early 2019. Or is it the Surface Pro 6? This next model is technically the 6th generation Surface.
Read: Surface Pro 2019: 4 Reasons to Wait & 4 Reasons Not to
Microsoft's new slate will have to compete with the latest iPad, a slew of Google Chromebook devices, and even Microsoft's own discounted Pro (2017) and Surface Book. And from what we're hearing, it'll do exactly that.
- Surface Pro 5 Release Date (or 6): Early-Mid 2019
- What is the Surface Pro 5: Microsoft's next powerful 2-in-1 laptop/tablet computer
- What to expect?: Upgrades across the board: Display, battery life, connectivity (USB C), Surface Pen, processor, RAM and more.
- How Much Will it Cost?: Starting at $799, so the same or more than previous years
Now that you know a few of the basics and we've answered some important questions, read on for the latest news and rumors.
Latest Surface Pro 2019 News
Nearly two years ago we were certain a new Surface Pro 5 was coming. That never happened, and eventually the aptly named "Surface Pro" arrived in 2017. Now, over a year later, rumor mills are starting to churn over what Microsoft is planning next.
According to reports from ZDNet, Microsoft is planning a major redesign for its next Surface in 2019. However, Bloomberg suggests the company wants to offer a low-cost tablet to rival the iPad and compete with Chromebooks. We could see both. A beautiful high-end Surface Pro 5 or 6 with tons of upgrades, then a more modest option for those on a budget. The cheaper model might even arrive in 2018.
And while we don't have too much to go on or even a name, information from Thurrott.com claims the new Surface is known internally as "Carmel". Either way, this will be an extremely important launch for Microsoft.
Just know that a new Surface will likely have a beautiful OLED display, the latest processor and GPU, improved battery life, more connectivity options, built-in 4G LTE, and more all along with a stylish new design.
Microsoft Surface Pro 5 (2019) Release Date
In June of 2017 the company released a Surface Pro (2017) and that's the last one. And while Microsoft has made some smaller updates to the Surface Pro like LTE support for mobile data and more memory, we expected more. More that will finally come early next year.
When will enthusiasts or Windows 10 fans actually get another one? We're not really sure. Multiple sources seem positive that it'll be here in early 2019, but ZDNet's Mary Jo Foley said she was told mid-2019. If a mid-arrival is accurate, that means Microsoft took two years to make another 2-in-1. Here's a timeline of release dates to help you make up your own mind.
- Surface Pro: February 2013
- Surface Pro 2: Late October 2013
- Surface Pro 3: June 2014
- Surface Pro 4: October 26, 2015
- Surface Pro (2017): June 15, 2017
Could we end up waiting until Microsoft Build 2019 in May? We'll have to wait and see.
New Surface Pro: What You Need to Know (The Important Stuff)
While it's too early to start talking about a complete redesign, or the specs, a new 2-in-1 is on the horizon and there are some obvious places they can and will improve. In fact, one Surface Pro 5 rumor suggests the company will use a new Qualcomm Snapdragon processor typically reserved for smartphones, like the upcoming Snapdragon 855. This will allow the device to wake instantly, yet sip on battery for days while on standby. That's just one of many models.
What we do know is that with a 2-year wait you can expect a major design overhaul, tons of improvements across the board, and one powerful device.
We're talking about a new OLED display with smaller bezels, an even thinner low-profile design, better battery life, and more connectivity. When we say more connectivity we mean multiple USB Type-C ports or even a few Thunderbolt 3 ports to hook it up to an external display. Microsoft will also deliver more storage options, additional RAM (memory), and Intel's latest 8th generation processors.
A lot of this simply makes sense, especially because Microsoft adopted it on the Surface Book 2. Like USB Type-C or 4G LTE for mobile data.
Then, expect a massive upgrade to the Surface Pen. From potentially a retractable tip, haptic feedback, or even a display with more points of sensitivity for a more accurate digital pen experience. We even saw a rumor (and patent) that claims the Surface Pen will never need a recharge again. That's because it'll suck battery from the Surface screen as you use it. Wouldn't that be neat?
A Smaller & Cheaper Second Surface Mini
Earlier we mentioned a report from Bloomberg that states Microsoft wants to compete with the iPad. They could potentially do this by offering two different sizes of the Surface. Essentially a Surface Pro for 2019, and a smaller Surface Mini. The Surface Book 2 comes in two sizes, so this does make sense.
Hype suggests the smaller Surface would target emerging and education markets, and come in around $400. This will likely have a smaller 10-inch display. We're hearing codenames of Libra, Lex, and Andromeda. The last one is potentially Microsoft's new affordable and "pocketable" Windows device.
New Surface Pro 5 Price
With rumors suggesting at least 1-2 new Surface devices within the next 8-10 months, pricing is somewhat up in the air. That said, Microsoft typically asks the same price for its entry-level device. Based on previous years the Surface Pro 5 (or 6) will cost around $799 for the base model but quickly reach to over $1,000 and counting once you add a few things to the package.
Basically, you can expect Microsoft to stick to its usual pricing whenever it gets around to releasing a new Surface. If they do bump up the price, they'll need some serious upgrades over earlier generations. We're talking about more than just a spec bump and a slightly better display.
At the end of the day we're expecting a cheaper or smaller Surface sometime in the near future, then a high-end true Surface Pro 2019, Surface Pro 5, or Surface Pro 6 sometime next year with all the bells and whistles.
Final Thoughts
In closing, we still don't know too much about what's coming next from Microsoft. If they want to release a smaller budget device soon, they better start in time for the back-to-school season. We're also assuming the company wants to integrate things like a fingerprint scanner, Cortana, Windows Hello, and more to make this the best Surface Pro yet.
As 2018 continues and we inch toward 2019 you can expect more Surface Pro 5 news, rumors and leaks. Once they arrive we'll update this post with all the details.


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Midway City Sanitary Districts Automated Collection System makes solid waste collection more efficient, safe, and sanitary than bag collection systems. Automated collection could not be easier— households are assigned a blue recyclable container, a green organics container and a black non-recyclable container which are simply rolled out to the curb on the designated collection day. Trucks outfitted with hydraulic arms do the rest of the work. Implementation of the system began in 1995, and Westminster & Midway City are now 100% automated.
- Average total tonnage: 38,054 per year, 732 tons per week average or 146 tons per day
- Total average pounds of solid waste per year collected: 76,546,000
- Number of households served: 19,230 or 3,846 per day
- Weekly special services: 53
- Bulky item service average: 173 per week or 8,655 per year
- Christmas tree pick up service: 35.03 tons
- Number of daily routes: 7 plus 1 help truck
- Number of drivers employed: 8
- Number of lead persons: 1
- Number of supervisors: 1
- Estimated number of containers (Black and Blue) owned by the District: 60,479
- All solid waste is processed at CR&R Environmental Services and transferred to the Frank R. Bowerman Landfill
Using the Automated Solid Waste Collection Container
Solid Waste Collection
Residential solid waste is collected once per week. For more information regarding your collection day, please call (714) 893-3553.
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Place inside garage, at side of house or in backyard. Do not take container if you move; each container is assigned to the residence, not the customer.
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- Bag your items to prevent spills
- Do not overfill your container
- Make sure that the lid can be shut with ease
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For replacement of damaged, lost, or stolen containers, call (714) 893-3553. Your container will be delivered or repaired within five (5) working days of your request.
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Black Containers
Blue Containers
Green Containers
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One (1) BLUE container is usually sufficient for a household of two people. Should the size of your household change, additional BLUE containers can be provided for your household waste at no additional charge.
We have started utilizing the GREEN organics containers for designated residents. Please place your yard waste, food waste, and dog waste into the GREEN container.
Kitty litter/waste and diapers go into the BLACK container.
Additional BLACK containers will be charged a rental fee at a rate of $177.00 PER CONTAINER for one (1) year. Westminster and Midway City residents may request additional trash containers by calling (714) 893-3553. Containers will be delivered within 5 working days of your request and payment.
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Join us for the first Sunday of 2016. January 3rd at 10:30 AM our Sunday morning worship service will include time to reflect over 2015 and all that we are grateful for as well as those things we want to learn from and put behind us. We will also have the opportunity to commit to spiritual disciplines that lead to enjoying God and loving our neighbors in the coming year. This is the year to shine!
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Book & Author Details:
The Broken One by Christine H. Bailey
Publication date: April 5th 2016
Genres: Contemporary, Young Adult
Sixteen-year-old Farris is picking up the pieces after the untimely death of her best friend. But even one year later, she can't seem to find "normal" again—not until Lane Evans pops back into her life and pushes her to face reality.
When he offers her the chance to find the truth, Farris fears what will surface. Is it too much too soon or just what she needs to move forward?
The young people in this story are struggling with their own challenges and Farris in particular is trying to find out how to insert herself back into her life following tragedy.
For the most part, this is a well written story. The pacing is a little bit slow in places, but this is easily offset by the character development. It is easy to make a connection with Farris, despite her unusual circumstances, because the author has detailed her reactions in such a well observed manner.
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Christine H. Bailey teaches creative writing and written composition at a private university in west Tennessee. Before teaching English, Christine worked as a journalist, a marketing/public relations writer, and a freelance editor. To learn more about the author and her work, visit her website at www.cibailey.com.


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By Claire O'Sullivan, Irish Examiner
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
A previously unknown letter written by a Cork lord mayor who died on hunger strike in a British jail has been sold to the National Archives. Terence MacSwiney's letter was sold for an undisclosed sum in advance of auction in Bandon, West Cork, last night. It had been expected that it could fetch up to €2,000 on open market. The letter, which he penned while interred at Richmond Barracks after the 1916 Easter Rising, came to light as part of a routine valuation of a family collection by West Cork antiques dealer Ted Hegarty. MacSwiney had written to the Keyes McDonnell family to thank them for their support.
Also discovered in the collection was a sketchbook of Walter Osborne drawings which has not been seen in public since it was presented by the artist's father-in-law, Professor Stockley, to fellow artist William Keyes McDonnell in 1935. It sold to a Dublin buyer for €3,400.
A letter from Lord Asquith relating to the Easter Rising sold to another Dublin buyer for €340 while a copy of the book Guerilla Days in Ireland, with a personal inscription by Tom Barry was bought by somebody from Cork for €520. Letters from Lady Beaverbrook relating to the Rising, various Irish republican memorabilia, and medals were also auctioned.
The Keyes McDonnell family, based at Castlelack near Bandon, Co Cork, played a key role in Ireland's struggle for independence. William and his wife, Kathleen, were closely associated with the former lords mayor of Cork, Terence MacSwiney and Tomás MacCurtain. William organised the first Irish volunteer battalions in Kilpatrick and Bandon, under direction from Eoin MacNeill.
MacSwiney, born in Kilmurry in 1879, wrote several plays. His writings in the Irish Freedom newspaper brought him to the attention of the Irish Republican Brotherhood, which led to his involvement with the Irish Volunteers, Sinn Féin, and the struggle for freedom.