Author Archives: Ben Wilder

Night photography when it’s frickin cold outside

I’m camping around Florida (more on that here) and last night I was determined to get some late night astrophotography. It’s been cloudy for days but the sky opened up late afternoon yesterday, OK it’s on! I reviewed the settings to use in order to get the best starry photographs and every few minutes, ampedContinue reading “Night photography when it’s frickin cold outside”

Walmart’s clever “company” commercial – the music and the message

Walmart has an ad airing during the 2022 Winter Olympics and it’s all about company. Take a minute to check it out… The Music. The song backing this commercial is “Home Again” by Michael Kiwanuka. The song was released in 2012. You can find more about him and his music on Instagram @MichaelKiwanuka. The message.Continue reading “Walmart’s clever “company” commercial – the music and the message”

Taco Bell Commercials Music and Actress – February 2022

There are a couple of Taco Bell ads airing this month that promote–make a guess!– tacos. One is about the “taco lover’s pass” which offers you a taco per day if you sign up for that service. The other is about Cantina Crispy Chicken Tacos. They both include songs you might be curious about soContinue reading “Taco Bell Commercials Music and Actress – February 2022”

Birds of Paradise – a few pictures from the Florida Gulf Coast

I loved seeing all this wildlife on the gulf coast of Florida last week. Below are 7 birds I was able to photograph, labeled with what kind they are. Some let me get kind of close but thanks to my Sony 350mm zoom lens, it looks like I’m a lot closer than I am… exceptContinue reading “Birds of Paradise – a few pictures from the Florida Gulf Coast”