Photography by Ian L. Sitren

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Solar Activity Remains Very High

Solar activity remains very high with more X-flares, the highest category, producing Coronal Mass Ejections (CME). The large Sunspot area, designated AR 3664, is now seven times the size of the Earth and made up of 62 individual Sunspots. My photograph from this morning. 05-08-2024

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Very High Solar Activity

The third day of very high solar activity. The Sunspot areas have produced a number of X-flares, the highest category, as well as other smaller flares. Active conditions are expected to continue with Coronal Mass Ejections (CME) and high speed solar winds from Coronal holes. The Earth can expect to see Geomagnetic storms disrupting radio and increased Auroras. 05-07-2024

Posted by  |  May 7, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Sinko The Mayo

A little humor for Cinco De Mayo. my AI creation.

Posted by  |  May 5, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: , , | Leave a comment

National Totally Chipotle Day

My photo for National Totally Chipotle Day, celebrated in tandem with Cinco de Mayo. Front and center is a creation from Chipotle, the famed fast-casual chain with 3,200 locations. It’s their pièce de résistance, the Carnitas Burrito. A tribute to the smoky, dried jalapeño pepper that lends its name to this occasion.

Photographed as art and most created without any special presentation or styling. Direct from Bag to Background. More on my website at http://SecondFocus.com Thanks!

Posted by  |  May 5, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

World Naked Gardening Day

The first Saturday in May is World Naked Gardening Day. I didn’t have a photograph that would fit the concept so here is one I created in AI. However I did shoot a photograph of naked gardening tools.

Posted by  |  May 4, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: , , , , , | Leave a comment

World Tuna Day

Today, May 2nd is World Tuna Day. Established by the United Nations in 2016, World Tuna Day aims to draw attention to the declining tuna populations worldwide due to overfishing and increased demand. By 2027, the goal is to have tuna fished at sustainable levels, safeguarding not only the future of tuna but also to promote biodiversity conservation.

For more of my food photographs and much more, please visit my newly designed website at http://SecondFocus.com. The first complete redesign change in 20 years.
#WorldTunaDay #SustainableFishing #OceanConservation #ProtectOurOceans #foodphotos #cannedtuna #hassleblad #broncolor

Posted by  |  May 2, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: , , , , , , | Leave a comment

National Raisin Day

🎉 Happy National Raisin Day! 🎉 Did you know this tasty treat has been celebrated since 1909? That’s over a century of raisin appreciation! 🍇

Raisins have a rich history, originating in Persia and Egypt around 2000 B.C. They quickly became beloved in Europe, winning over the hearts (and taste buds) of Romans and Greeks alike. Fast forward to today, and California stands as the producer of half of the world’s raisins! 🌟

And while you’re indulging in the celebration, why not check out more of my food photographs on my freshly redesigned website? It’s been completely revamped for the first time in 20 years! Visit http://SecondFocus.com. Thanks for your support! 📸🍴

#NationalRaisinDay #RaisinHistory #CaliforniaRaisins #FoodPhotography #FoodArt #Broncolor #Hasselblad

Posted by  |  April 30, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

National Camera Day

📸 Happy National Camera Day! 📸 Today, we celebrate the incredible device that captures memories, moments, and magic in our lives. From vintage classics to cutting-edge technology, the camera has been an integral part of human expression and storytelling.

This is the iconic Rolleiflex TLR. A camera used by many legendary photographers of the past and still coveted by some today.

I photographed this Rolleiflex using modern innovation – a Hasselblad X1D11 50c camera paired with the Broncolor F160 LED monolight. Thinking about it; it is a fusion of tradition and innovation.

Let me also announce the first major change to my website in 20 years. Head over to http://SecondFocus.com to take a look. Stay tuned as I’ll be adding much more, so be sure to visit often. Thank you for your continued support! 🌟🖥️ #NationalCameraDay #Photography #Rolleiflex #Hasselblad #Broncolor #SecondFocus #CameraWest

Posted by  |  April 29, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

National Pretzel Day

I know you have been waiting for it… National Pretzel Day! These are Pretzels from the first commercial Pretzel bakery in the USA. Founded by Julius Sturgis in Pennsylvania in 1861 and still in business making Pretzels. More of my food photographs at http://FoodArtPhotos.com Thanks! April 26 2024

Posted by  |  April 26, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

APA Sourcebook 2024

I always look forward to the annual publication of the APA Sourcebook. It is very exciting to be alongside some of the best photographers in the world. This year one of my all time favorite photographs, Natalie Lyle. American Photographic Artists 2024.

Posted by  |  April 26, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: , , | Leave a comment