Archive for January, 2009

2008 Videos

Saturday, January 31st, 2009

A couple of weeks ago, I put together a round-up of video of Francesca from last year which I hadn’t already put into any form of release. The result is a 3 part series of shorts which you can watch below (after the page break): »

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Cactus V2s Modification

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
Cactus V2s Modification

A few people have asked if I would mind showing the modification I made to my Gadget Infinity Cactus V2s, so here are the details of what I did. Please note that I will not be held responsible if you attempt to make this modification, and kill your triggers – anything you do is... »

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Last of 2008, and Cycling in the Park

Tuesday, January 20th, 2009
Last of 2008, and Cycling in the Park

First of all, a few shots from Sunday afternoon in Bushy Park, where Francesca had a nice long bike ride.  We had a play on the slides, than she had a good try at running me down while I took the pictures. Next, a few odds and ends from shots at home during 2008.... »

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Chessington Zoo Jan 09

Sunday, January 4th, 2009
Chessington Zoo Jan 09

We nipped across to Chessington Zoo for an hour this afternoon. A very cold visit, but got one or two nice shots… »

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Useful Software

Friday, January 2nd, 2009

Here’s a list (for my own benefit, as much as anyone else!) of useful OS X software: VLC – All round media player – useful for obscure formats, as well as everyday use. FREE Handbrake – very good quality video converter. FREE Firefox – alternative browser to Safari. FREE Reveal – EXIF data viewer... »

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