If you're traveling this holiday season, be sure to load up on film or memory cards because InsideOut Travel Magazine wants your travel shots.The magazine's first travel photo contest took place in June 2004 and it was such a big hit that they're hosting a second one. Some of the best submitted photos were shown in a slide show at one of our Travelers Happy Hour in San Francisco. Winning pictures can be seen at http://www.insideoutmag.com/0704/photowinners.htm"People showed a lot of interest in the photos, it was great because it became a real photo community event" said photo editor Alex Robinson. For InsideOut Travel's second photo contest, Robinson has chosen the theme "Faces of the World."
"I'm looking for portraits and candids of regular people from all over the world in their natural daily life," he said. "I want fellow travelers to show us the faces and expressions of people from all walks of life to provide a better understanding of cultures around the world and put a face on the unknown," he added.Anyone can participate in this photo contest, simply follow the guidelines below:- JPG format only.- Maximum size should be 1,000 pixels on the longest side.- One photo per e-mail, and a limit of five pictures per participant.- Include when and where you took the picture.- Be sure to include your full name, mailing address and phone number.- Please don't superimpose text on the photo with copyright information, etc.
You retain all your rights, but we'll include the photographer's name in a standardized way.- Send photos to e-mail protected from spam bots by Jan. 15, 2005. There will be three winners and one runner-up. Prizes are to be announced at www.insideoutmag.com so please check back for details.The best pictures will be shown in a slide show at one of InsideOut Travel Magazine's Travelers Happy Hours in early Spring in San Francisco and winners will be announced in our free e-mail newsletter.About InsideOut TravelInsideOut Travel Magazine is a bimonthly online publication for independent travelers, from first-time backpackers to those who have made traveling a lifestyle?anyone who values the experience of traveling and learning about other cultures more than importing the luxuries of everyday life to a new location. For more information, check out www.insideoutmag.com.
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Expressions Photo Design & Boutique Presents 2005 Holiday Gift Guide
Keyport, NJ,(ContentDesk) November 12, 2005 -- Expressions Photo Design & Boutique, a leading online resource for photo gifts is proud to present its 2005 holiday gift guide. The guide provides unique and custom gift ideas, all created from personal photographs. The gift guide was created to provide consumers some creative and personal options for gift giving this holiday season.From practical to whimsical, the 2005 holiday gift guide includes:For her:Photo purse Create a custom handbag using up to two personal photographs. Photo jewelry Necklaces, bracelets, rings and more with a favorite photograph.Hand woven tapestry - A photograph loomed into a woven tapestry or blanket.For him:Custom photo art Create a custom collage or pop art piece from cars, motorcycles, pets and more.Photo sculpture A fun and whimsical idea that works well with a variety of pictures. Photographs will be laminated between layers of acrylic and then cut with a laser around the focal point of the image...
Expressions Photo Design & Boutique Presents 2005 Holiday Gift Guide
The Newest Trends In Scrapbooking
(ContentDesk) January 21, 2006 -- What are some of the current trends in scrapbooking? Creative minds are constantly coming up with novel ways to approach the craft, and the following are some of the current trends. Use these to create your own scrapbooking masterpieces (or at least experiment). Keep in mind, however, that no matter what the trends, one of the most important things about scrapbooking is that you create pages that fit your personality and style. A trend may be the hottest thing, but don't feel like you have to use it. Your scrapbooks are a unique expression of your creativity and how you see the world.Creative CroppingYou may own every type of scrapbooking scissor available, and still feel tired of the "same old" ways to crop your photos.
One answer is creative cropping. In this method, photos are cropped using a plain old straight scissor or cutting tool. The difference is that the photo is cropped in such a way that that the border is created through cropping,...
The Newest Trends In Scrapbooking
Ink refill: Frequently Asked Questions
Ink refill: Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is an ink refill kit?An ink refill kit allows you to replace the ink in your inkjet cartridge yourself when it is empty. The ink refill startup kit contains everything you need. Depending upon the make and model of your printer, you'll get detailed instructions, a syringe, a bottle of ink and sometimes a small drill. After purchasing a start up kit, you'll only need to purchase the ink in the future. The following questions are often asked about ink refill kits.How many times can I refill my inkjet cartridge?If your inkjet cartridge has a built in head, you can expect to refill the ink 10-15 times.
If you cartridge does not have a built in head, theoretically you should be able to refill it forever, but there are other factors that prevent this. You inkjet cartridge can dry out or clog. Usually, ink cartridges without a print head can be refilled 5 times. To increase the life of your cartridge, never let it dry out. Always keep the extra...
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Going it Alone: The Waterfall at Mendenhall Glacier, Alaska
I stood at the observation point on the balcony at the Visitor Center overlooking the great Mendenhall Glacier at Juneau, Alaska. Before me was a beautiful scene. The glacier reflected in the large lake. Ooh, ahh. Both to the left and right were mountains.
It was a beautiful clear day. I watched the people too, walking around taking photos, and looking at the scenery before us and at the displays in the center, just a few feet away. A constant roar came from a tall and full waterfall to the right of the glacier. Once, the glacier covered the waterfall. No one was aware of its presence before the glacier receded.
I looked closer at the base of the waterfall. There seemed to be a sandbar and people walking on it. With my binoculars I traced the path they must have taken below me. It crossed large sandbars separated by streams and covered with bushes. I found the general location of the beginning of the path.
A ranger told me that there was a way to get out there, but...
Going it Alone: The Waterfall at Mendenhall Glacier, Alaska
Printing a Panorama at Home
When you choose to print your photo panorama-style yourself, here are a few suggestions to help you:You can use paper larger than your printer specsThe size of the paper depends on the size of the slot in the printer. For most home printers, this slot is limited to either the letter size width or slightly larger. Nevertheless, you have to take note that the letter size length is not limited though. What one woman did was to buy a paper large than the standard size specified by her printer, then cut the paper so that the shorter part of the paper may be able to go through the slot of her printer, while keeping the longer edge full length.There are also unusual paper sizes available in the market. And then just cut whatever size of paper you like.
However, you have to check first that you can configure your printer settings to a custom paper size, as well as check that you can load the paper into the printer. You can choose the software Adobe Photoshop and JASC PaintShop Pro are...
Printing a Panorama at Home
Things to Consider When Selecting a VoIP Phone Provider
Things to Consider When Selecting a VoIP Phone Provider The following are very important factors to consider when you are selecting a VoIP/Broadband phone provider. Educate yourself and be informed before you choose.Monthly costs: A VoIP provider can save you up to 75% or more on your telephone/long distance expenses. There are many VoIP providers out there so it will benefit you from shopping around. Unlimited flat rate calling packages can range from $19.95/month to as high as $54.95/month ...
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Vintage Linens Are No Longer Just for Decorating Your Home - Check Out the New Trend in Children Clothing
Abigail, owner of Poppylarity, uses vintage tablecloth fabric to create very unique baby, toddler and preschool dresses. Many of the dresses are one-of-kind creations using the retro floral print tablecloths from the 1940s through the 1970s. The dresses can have either a dainty feminine 1940 floral feel or a vibrant fun retro print of the 1960s. Abigail says, "Moms love the tablecloths of the past. But with small children running around the house, many do not want to display them on their tables....
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Athens, GA Beer Festival Celebrates 10th Anniversary on April 16, 2005
Terrapin Beer Company, Five Points Bottle Shop, Rock 103.7 FM, Flagpole Magazine, Creative Loafing, Center Stage Catering and Brewtopia Events LLC present the tenth anniversary CLASSIC CITY BREW FEST to benefit AIDS Athens and other Athens charities. The Classic City Brew Fest is the Southeast's largest and longest running indoor beer festival and will attract beer aficionados from around the Southeast who will enjoy sampling almost 200 of the world's greatest beers on Saturday April 16, 2005...
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How To Breeze Through The Security Checkpoint At Airports
Air travel is such a common method of transportation today, we sometimes forget the practical tips to help us enjoy a flight. The following tips will help you reduce your wait time at the security checkpoint.What to do before you arrive at the airport.