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Shipwreck at Bolinas Point – Point Reyes, California

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During last week's photo session in Point Reyes we spotted this shipwreck from above while on our drive to the point. I had to pull over and get a shot of this boat perfectly embedded on the beach, slowly weathering away. This area is called Bolinas Point in Inverness. It turns out that this may be one of the most photographed boats in California, judging from the numerous … [Read more...] about Shipwreck at Bolinas Point – Point Reyes, California

My Favorite Photo of the Golden Gate Bridge

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Last week I went on a photo safari to capture the Golden Gate Bridge at Sunset. The day was clear, so I figured there would be no fog getting in the way of the perfect shot. There were no clouds in the sky - just clear views of the Golden Gate and the Marin Headlands in the background. I took many photos and enjoyed them all. But this one has to be my favorite. … [Read more...] about My Favorite Photo of the Golden Gate Bridge

Neverending Arches in Munich, Germany

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One of my favorite parts of Europe is the views you can find from above. This often involves taking an elevator to the top of a tower and snapping photos of the surrounding area. While elevators are convenient for those on the go, I often find taking the stairs creates even more photo opportunities. This was the case on our recent visit to Munich. Sure we got to take photos … [Read more...] about Neverending Arches in Munich, Germany

Sun Setting on the Base of the Golden Gate Bridge

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I was trying to figure out a way to get a picture of the sun setting on the middle of the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco, but alas that just didn't seem possible without a boat. Instead I had to settle for seeing the sun shine through both the base span of the bridge, as well as some beautiful flowers currently in bloom. I quite like the result. There are many places … [Read more...] about Sun Setting on the Base of the Golden Gate Bridge

Hacking Uber: My Observation to Save on Surge Pricing

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This post is being written by AJ, our first Jeffsetter correspondent. This is AJ's first post - hopefully the first of many! Patience is a virtue, and Uber is proving this point. I am an avid user of Uber, since it first arrived in DC. As an avid user, I am familiar with the infamous (or famous, which ever you prefer) surge pricing. Recently, I noticed a way to avoid paying … [Read more...] about Hacking Uber: My Observation to Save on Surge Pricing