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January 19, 2012 General
MickeyNews Interviews Tim Devine
Ed. note: I recently sat down for a phone interview with my good friend, Bill Iadonisi, who writes for several websites including MickeyNews, WDWFacts, and The Disney Driven Life. The article below is a re-posting of the article that Bill posted to those sites, and is used here with permission.… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE116 -
January 18, 2012 News
"TMIP 24"
On February 29, 2012, The Magic Kingdom and Walt Disney World Resort are celebrating "One More Disney Day", an event in which The Magic Kingdom is staying open from 6am on 2/29 through 6am on 3/1/2012. The Magic in Pixels will be there to take part in the fun and… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE100 -
December 26, 2011 News
A Fresh Coat of Paint
The Magic in Pixels homepage has gotten a fresh coat of paint. The changes are mostly aesthetic and are subtle but I think you will really like them. Below is a screengrab from the prevous iteration so you can compate. Please drop a note in the comments and let me… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE136 1 -
December 25, 2011 Picture of the Day
One Solitary Life
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, DECEMBER 25, 2011 "One Solitary Life"by Tim Devine Merry Christmas to all of you from The Magic in Pixels! He was born in an obscure village, the son of a peasant woman. He grew up in another village, where he worked in a carpenter's shop… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE236 -
December 23, 2011 Picture of the Day
Merry Christmas, 1938
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, DECEMBER 23, 2011 "Merry Christmas, 1938" by Brandon Champlin, based on a photo by Tim Devine The entire staff at The Hollywood Tower Hotel wishes all of you a very Merry Christmas! Concept: Brandon from The Tower of Terror has asked me awhile ago if… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE251 -
December 22, 2011 Picture of the Day
Merry Christmas, Colonel!
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, DECEMBER 22, 2011 "Merry Christmas, Colonel" by Tim Devine (from DEEP in the archives comes an oldie but a goodie....) Technical Details: Canon 5d, Canon 24-105 IS/USM, 1/50 sec, f/4, ISO 3200Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS4 RAW ConversionPhoto taken 12/10/2006. Adventurerer's Club, Downtown Disney Pleasure… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE200 -
December 18, 2011 Picture of the Day
Christmas Countdown 12/18/2011
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, DECEMBER 18, 2011 "Grand Floridian Tree" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 5d, Canon 24-105 IS/USM, 1/15 sec, f/4, ISO 1600Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS4 RAW ConversionPhoto taken 12/9/2007. Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE ALL-NEW DISNEY PHOTO GALLERY AT… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE187 -
December 17, 2011 Picture of the Day
Christmas Countdown 12/17/2011
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, DECEMBER 17, 2011 "Dolphin Train" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 5d, Canon 24-105 IS/USM, 4 sec, f/8, ISO 200 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS4 RAW Conversion, Vignette Photo taken 12/8/2006. Walt Disney World Dolphin Lobby Christmas Display HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE ALL-NEW DISNEY… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE232 -
December 15, 2011 Picture of the Day
45 Years Later...
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, DECEMBER 15, 2011 "45 Years Later..." by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 20d, Canon 28-135 IS/USM, 1/25 sec, f/5.6, ISO 1600 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop RAW Conversion Photo taken 8/2/2006. One Man's Dream (pre-refurbishment), Mickey Avenue, Disney-Hollywood Studios HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE ALL-NEW DISNEY… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE251 -
December 11, 2011 Picture of the Day
Christmas Countdown 12/11/2011
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, DECEMBER 11, 2011 "Christmas Countdown 12/11/2011" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 5dMk2, Canon 24-105 f/4 L, 4 sec, f/11, ISO 100 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW Conversion Photo taken 11/8/2010. Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, Streets of America, Disney-Hollywood Studios HAVE YOU… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE275 -
November 29, 2011 Picture of the Day
Honest Abe
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2011 (original image for comparison) "Honest Abe" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4 L, 1/15 sec, f/5.6, ISO 12800 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW Conversion, Grainy Black/White Conversion, Warp/Drop Shadow Action Photo taken 6/19/2011. Great Moments… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE172 -
October 30, 2011 Picture of the Day
Happy Hallowishes!
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, OCTOBER 30, 2011 "Happy Hallowishes!" by Tim Devine The night-time fireworks spectacular during Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party THIS IMAGE IS AVAILABLE IN THE MAGIC IN PIXELS PRINT STORE. CLICK HERE! Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4 L, 15 sec, f/16, ISO 100… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE278 -
October 27, 2011 Picture of the Day
Group Photo!
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, OCTOBER 27, 2011 "Group Photo!" by Tim Devine This group photo was taken during the Villains Mix & Mingle show from Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. (from L to R) - Maleficient, Hook, Facilier, Queen of Hearts, Evil Queen, Judge Frollo, Cruella DeVille Technical… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE229 -
October 15, 2011 Picture of the Day
Cinderella Castle Soft Focus
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, OCTOBER 15, 2011 "Cinderella Castle Soft Focus" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4L, 1/125 sec, f/8, ISO 100 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, Soft Focus/S-Curve/Vignette Actions Photo taken 8/22/2011. Cinderella Castle, Fantasyland, Magic Kingdom HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE ALL-NEW… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE400 -
October 01, 2011 Picture of the Day
It All Began in 1971
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, OCTOBER 1, 2011 "It all Began in 1971" by Tim Devine Happy Anniversary and Congratulations to Walt Disney World Resort on it's 40th Anniversary! Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4L, 1/400 sec, f/8, ISO 100 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, Pilch Action, Frame Photo… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE400 -
September 29, 2011 Pixelmania!
2011 Pixelmania Schedule!
Ladies and gentlemen, at long last it is time to present the official Pixelmania 2011 schedule! This year's schedule is jam packed with good times, fun, laughs, photography, and fellowship! This year's event marks the move to the Halloween season, with a special trip to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE811 2 -
September 24, 2011 Picture of the Day
Jim the Pianist
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2011 "Jim the Pianist" by Tim Devine Requested by @timweston on the Twitters! Technical Details: Canon 5d, Canon 24-105 f/4L, 1/80 sec, f/8, ISO 400 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion Photo taken 12/10/206. Jim, Casey's Corner, Main Street USA, Magic Kingdom… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE401 -
September 23, 2011 Picture of the Day
IllumiNations
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2011 "IllumiNations" by Tim Devine Requested by @timweston on the Twitters! Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4L, 15 sec, f/11, ISO 100 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion Photo taken 12/3/2010. IllumiNations, World Showcase, Epcot HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE ALL-NEW… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE401 -
September 14, 2011 Picture of the Day
Tomorrowland at Night
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2011 "Tomorrowland at Night" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4L, 5 sec, f/8, ISO 10 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion Photo taken 8/17/2011. Space Mountain, Tomorrowland, Magic Kingdom HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE ALL-NEW DISNEY PHOTO GALLERY… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE540 -
September 09, 2011 Picture of the Day
Space Mountain Silhouette
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2011 "Space Mountain Silhouette" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Sigma 50-500 OS, 1/800 sec, f/5.6, ISO 10 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion, Actions - 60 second WOW Photo taken 8/16/2011. Space Mountain, Tomorrowland, Magic Kingdom This image is available… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE479 -
September 08, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 9/8/2011 - I am Oz!
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2011 "I am Oz!" by Tim Devine Have you ever noticed the "Hidden Oz" in the Great Movie Ride? I have taken the liberty of adding a tiny circle to today's image to point out where you can find the wizard. The front-most… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE442 -
September 07, 2011 Pixelmania!
Tombstones of Pixelmania 2011
One of the most unique and whimsical aspects of Pixelmania 2011 is the group concept for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. As a group, we are forming our own Haunted Mansion Graveyard, each person adorned with their own t-shirt featuring a tombstone with a witty epitaph. The concept came… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE822 -
September 05, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 9/5/2011 - Spaceship Earth
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2011 "Spaceship Earth" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4 L, 1/250 sec, f/9, ISO 100 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion, Actions - s-curve, vignette Photo taken 8/13/2011. Spaceship Earth, Future World, Epcot HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE444 -
September 03, 2011 Pixelmania!
Mysteries of the Wilderness Lodge
"MYSTERIES OF THE WILDERNESS LODGE" Internationally renowned Disney Historian Jim Korkis returns again this year to Pixelmania for a special treat.Jim has agreed to take the group through the Wilderness Lodge Resort to share the two storylines of the location: the back story that the Walt Disney Imagineers created for… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE732 -
August 31, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 8/31/2011 - "Dear Sweet Leota"
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, AUGUST 31, 2011 "Dear Sweet Leota" by Tim Devine The Madame appears even more ominous in selective color! Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4 L, 1/125 sec, f/4, ISO 400 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion, Actions - grainy black/white, s-curve, vignette, Selective… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE405 -
August 29, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 8/28/2011 - Big Thunder Mountain
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, AUGUST 29, 2011 "Big Thunder Mountain Railroad" by Tim Devine As requested by Jules, the coolest cast member in WDW Recreation. Thanks again for making my kids so happy; you rock! Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4 L, 1/500 sec, f/5.6, ISO 100 Post… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE473 -
August 29, 2011 Pixelmania!
Pixelmania! 2011 Signup Form
The offiical PIxelmania 2011 signup form is now live. Please take a few moments to fill out this simple for so we can best tailor the events to meet the needs and skill levels of all who are attending. Thank you for your support and interest and we look forward… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE595 -
August 26, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 8/26/2011 - Monorail Silver
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, AUGUST 26, 2011 "Monorail Silver" by Tim Devine This cool shot of Monorail Silver was taken from the 7th floor of the Contemporary Resort and treated with a custom Frame within a Frame action that I wrote in Photoshop. What do you think? Leave comments… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE417 -
August 23, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 8/24/2011 - Wilderness Lodge
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, AUGUST 24, 2011 "Wilderness Lodge" by Tim Devine A few nights ago, we took the kids to the Wilderness Lodge for the bonfire and movie under the stars as we were feeling a bit "parked out". After the kids crashed and burned, my buddy Jeff… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE443 -
August 23, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 8/23/2011 - Jedi Training Academy
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, AUGUST 23, 2011 "Jedi Training Academy" by Tim Devine My son, Billy (5), takes on the forces of evil by engaging Darth Maul in a lightsaber duel at the Jedi Training Academy. Post processing includes adding a lightsaber glow to the plastic training lightsabers for… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE429 -
August 22, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 8/22/2011 - Bay Lake Tower
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, AUGUST 22, 2011 "Bay Lake Tower" by Tim Devine This unusual view of Bay Lake Tower's pool side was taken from the 4th floor hallway by pressing the camera flat against a window and using my hands to block out all of the reflections and… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE416 -
August 17, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 8/18/2011 - Big Thunder Mountain
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, AUGUST 18, 2011 "Big Thunder Mountain" by Tim Devine Hold on to 'yer hats and glasses! Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Sigma 50-500 OS, 1/800 sec, f/6.3 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion Photo taken 8/17/2011. Big Thunder Mountain, Frontierland, Magic Kingdom HAVE… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE447 -
August 15, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 8/15/2011 - "Angelica"
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, AUGUST 15, 2011 "Angelica" by Tim Devine The daughter of Blackbeard wants to take you on the Queen Anne's Revenge. We just happened to come across the lovely pirate wench during the Family Magic Tour at Magic Kingdom and I was able to snap off… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE507 -
August 07, 2011 Contests
Caption Contest #1
The Magic in Pixels is kicking off a new feature in which you get to try to come up with your wittiest caption for a posted image. To kick things off in fun spirits, here is a photo of Zac and Catherine from a few years ago in which Buzz… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE643 3 -
August 04, 2011 General
B&H Canon Pro Printer Spectacular
I just got off the phone with my main man, Zoltan, from B&H Photo and he was very eager to tell me about these two incredible Canon Pro printer offers that they are currently offering. After he explained how the rebates work, I just had to share the information… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE577 -
August 03, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 8/3/2011 - "Pirate Booty"
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, AUGUST 3, 2011 "Pirate Booty" by Tim Devine They may try to follow you home! Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4L Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion Photo taken 6/21/2011 Tom Sawyer Island, Frontierland, Disneyland Park HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE ALL-NEW… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE528 -
August 02, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 8/2/2011 - "Hitchhiking Ghosts"
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, AUGUST 2, 2011 "Hitchhiking Ghosts" by Tim Devine They may try to follow you home! Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 28mm, ISO 12800, 1/60 sec, f/1.8 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion Photo taken 6/18/2011 The Haunted Mansion, New Orleans Square, Disneyland Park … CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE666 -
August 01, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 08/01/2011 - "To All Who Come"
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, AUGUST 1, 2011 "To All Who Come" by Tim Devine This is the legendary dedication plaque from Disneyland Park which sits at the foot of the flagpole in Town Square, Main Street USA. Walt Disney read the plaque on television, the words to which are… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE532 -
July 29, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 07/29/2011 - "Defective!"
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, JULY 29, 2011 "Defective!" by Tim Devine (Notice the sign in the foreground- "!DEFECTIVE! RETURN TO FACTORY". No love for Captain Rex.) Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4 L, ISO 12800, 1/5 sec, f/4.5 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion, Topaz Denoise Photo… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE551 3 -
July 28, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 07/28/2011 - "Sleeping Beauty Castle HDR"
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, JULY 28, 2011 "Sleeping Beauty Castle - HDR" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4 L, ISO 1250, 1/40 sec, f/6.3 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion, Topaz Adjust/Denoise custom action, Frame Photo taken 6/18/2011 Sleeping Beauty Castle, Fantasyland, Disneyland Park… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE594 -
July 28, 2011 Reviews
Poetic Keybook iPad2 Case Review
POETIC KEYBOOK BLUETOOTH KEYBOARD FOR IPAD2 REVIEW DISCLAIMER: I purchased this item from Amazon.com; I did not get it for free for review. OVERVIEW The Poetic(TM) KeyBook Removable Bluetooth Keyboard and Leather Book Style Case for iPad 2 is a book-style case for the Apple iPad 2 which features a… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE1768 8 -
July 28, 2011 Pixelmania!
About The Pixelmania 2011 Artwork
The official Pixelmania 2011 was custom designed for The Magic in Pixels by Aaron Johnson from What the Duck.com upon special request by Dennis Dunkman (ddindy on TMIP, @dd_indy on Twitter). Dennis asked me what I thought about asking Aaron to come up with something clever and witty for this… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE1441 -
July 27, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 7/27/2011 - "How to Use a Blaster"
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, JULY 27, 2011 "How to Use a Blaster" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 24-105 f/4 L, ISO 5000, 1/25 sec, f/4.5 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion, Film Noire, Frame Photo taken 6/18/2011 Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, Tomorrowland, Disneyland Park … CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE507 -
July 09, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 7/9/2011 - "Blackbeard"
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, JULY 9, 2011 "Blackbeard" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 28 f/1.8, ISO 12800, 1/80 sec, f/1.8 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion Photo taken 6/20/2011 Pirates of the Caribbean, New Orleans Square, Disneyland Park HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT THE ALL-NEW… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE655 -
July 08, 2011 Picture of the Day
POTD 7/8/2011 - "Drink Up, Me Hearties!"
THE PICTURE OF THE DAY, JULY 8, 2011 "Drink Up, Me Hearties!" by Tim Devine Technical Details: Canon 1dMk4, Canon 28 f/1.8, ISO 12800, 1/100 sec, f/1.8 Post Processing: Adobe Photoshop CS5, RAW conversion Photo taken 6/20/2011 Pirates of the Caribbean, New Orleans Square, Disneyland Park HAVE YOU CHECKED… CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE ARTICLE631
Welcome to The Magic in Pixels!
It's finally here and LONG overdue. TMIP 3.0 features not only a slick new look and lots of little bells and whistles under the hood, it is also running on the most up to date and stable version of the content management backbone. This provided the opportunity to add-on many new features that will enhance the user experience, provide additional functionality, and help The Magic in Pixels
continue to be the "go-to" site for Disney Theme Park Photography. A photography site, especially one dedicated to the magic and creativity of the Walt Disney Company, needs to reflect those attributed and the time has finally come for The Magic in Pixels to better reflect that which has inspired us to dream and grow creatively over the past few years.
The big focus right now is content: more articles, more tutorials, more tips, and more post-processing advice. In the articles now, you can very easily share the content via Facebook and Twitter, leave comments, and even view embedded images using a very cool lightbox slideshow effect. Out with the old, in with the new. There are exciting times to be part of The Magic in Pixels and I am glad you are here. There will even be "themed months" and new contests that everyone can participate in and be a part of. Stay tuned for announcements and breaking news for complete details.
There are some big things still to come in the future which will help TMIP continue to grow and evolve. There will be loads of new TMIP Photography 101 articles, Post-Processing tips and tutorials, Equipment Reviews of items that TMIP'ers find essential for your Theme Park Photography, and more Photographic Essays for your reading and viewing pleasure. A planned "second-phase" major expansion is also planned, once the new site has had time to mature and grow. It will be an exciting new feature and I am sure you will love it once the time comes.
At this time I would like to thank the members of the TMIP Disney Photo Forum. It takes good members and friends to keep a site going and I honestly and truly believe that this is one of the best online communities in all of the internet. From the charter members who have been with TMIP from day one to the newest members that recently joined in the discussion, I personally and whole-heartedly thank each and every one of you for your loyalty, participation, and support over the years. You have helped me "keep on keeping on" and have given me the inspiration and creativity needed to get us where we are today. Thank you so much and enjoy the all-new TMIP as it continues to grow, evolve, and inspire.











































