The Fuzzy Slug

Sketchbook: Surprise!

Natalie — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:05:15 +0000

Yeah… I don’t know. Just messing around.

I’m sure it was something unpleasant that surprised this fellow. Have pity on him.

Awesomeness: This one time…

Natalie — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:30:30 +0000

Photo: Yellow Head

Natalie — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:19:44 +0000

Technical Details
Aperture Value: f/5.6
Focal Length: 300mm
Exposure Program: Aperture Priority
ISO: 800
Shutter Speed Value: 1/100 sec
Location: San Diego Zoo, CA

Photo: Preen

Natalie — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:19:08 +0000

Technical Details
Aperture Value: f/5.6
Focal Length: 110mm
Exposure Program: Aperture Priority
ISO: 800
Shutter Speed Value: 1/80 sec
Location: San Diego Zoo, CA

Photo: Rest

Natalie — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 01:20:32 +0000

Technical Details
Aperture Value: f/4.1
Focal Length: 16mm
Exposure Program: Auto
ISO: 100
Shutter Speed Value: 1/160 sec
Location: Mala Boat Ramp - Maui, Hawaii

Photo: Old School

Natalie — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 13:29:22 +0000

Look at all those levers! If it weren’t for the frilly canopy, this tractor would look downright diabolical.

This photo just screamed to be converted to black and white. I also adjusted the contrast to give it more of an old photo look.

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Technical Details
Aperture Value: f/8
Focal Length: 55mm
Exposure Program: Aperture Priority
ISO: 200
Shutter Speed Value: 1/125 sec
Location: Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm - Woodburn, OR

Radio Isopod Webcomic: Bait

Natalie — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:16:24 +0000

It looks like, Cuddles, the missing giant squid, has finally turned up. Pi has an uncomfortable moment with this turn of events. Check out the full comic here.

Photo: Blue Sunny Day

Natalie — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:08:43 +0000

The past few weeks have been absolutely gorgeous weather wise. While nice weather is not all that unusual in itself, during this time of year (Rose Festival season in and around Portland, Oregon) is a bit odd, especially with the added bonus of hot temperatures. I can’t even remember the last time the Starlight Parade wasn’t damp, overcast, or cold. This, most definitely, is a sign that the end times are nigh. Or not. Whatever. It’s still weird, but I’m not complaining. Well, as long as my garden doesn’t melt, that is.

This photo was taken the Friday before Mother’s Day at the Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden. I adore going there this time of year, when all the rhodies are strutting their stuff. I I end up running around like an excited puppy around bubbles. Must take photos of them ALL. This year I was pleasantly surprised to discover that one of the largest rhody bushes, towards the far end of the gardens was actually fragrant. Joy of joys!

I told you. Puppy. Bubbles. Seriously.

Anyway, in conclusion, I named this photo after Jonathan Coulton’s latest song “Blue Sunny Day” because a sunny day is not complete without a suicidal vampire. Or so I hear.

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Technical Details
Aperture Value: f/5
Focal Length: 18mm
Exposure Program: Aperture Priority
ISO: 200
Shutter Speed Value: 1/500 sec
Location: Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden - Portland, Oregon

The Secret Lair Webcomic: Welcome Home

Natalie — Wed, 27 May 2009 13:30:27 +0000

Looks like Overlord Miller has finally made his grand return to The Secret Lair. While he had some fun overseeing the construction of The Secret Lair West, he’s bound to have more enjoyment at home. Well, as long as he survives the “Welcome Home” celebrations, that is. Check out the comic here.

Photo: On a Mission

Natalie — Thu, 21 May 2009 13:24:18 +0000

Humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) participating in a male competition group. There was at least a half a dozen of whales splashing around and head butting each other in this group as we watched for a good hour. They were still at it when the boat returned to the harbor. She must have been quite the humpback lady of hotness that they were fighting over.

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Technical Details
Aperture Value: f/5.6
Focal Length: 300mm
Exposure Program: Aperture Priority
ISO: 400
Shutter Speed Value: 1/500 sec
Location: Lahaina, HI (Maui)