One of the reasons I love Austin is the unique creativeness of our Austinites. Trey Ratcliff from Austin is an American blogger, author and photographer specializing in HDR photography. He was born blind in his right eye which he feels shaped his interest in photography, especially HDR.
His popular #1 Travel Photography blog site is www.stuckincustoms.com.
Trey's photo "Fourth on Lake Austin", a three-exposure HDR, was the first HDR photo to hang in the Smithsonian, having won in their annual photography contest.
He has now created an iPad app that went live last week called "Stuck on Earth". It is free at the app store and all Ratcliff asks that you pass the word along about it. How exciting is that?? It's an extremely user-friendly app that starts out asking your name and whether you're a "Dreamer", "Explorer", "Photographer" or all three!! Then you are presented with a world map that you can zoom into to find photos shot around the world! Of course since Ratcliff is from Austin expect to see a lot of Austin content (check out the 50 secret Austin spots).
Michael, Kristine, Rob, Gayle, John (just a few of our ActiveRain's resident photographers) you may know about him but if you don't...check him out!! "Stuck on Earth" is a great resource whether you are traveling to distant lands or not and the photography shows the best of the best for each location. Their plans are to take this technology to all devices - Android, iPhone and the web!
Trey Ratcliff's style of hyper-real visuals combined with the utility of an app makes the iPad device your travel buddy! I have an iPad2 and his tutorial on taking pictures has gotten me excited to utilize the technology to its fullest!
P.S. Did I mention Business Review Magazine ranked Austin as one of the eight best places to live and work in the U.S. this year? So, if you are thinking about buying or selling in NW Austin, I'd love the opportunity to help! Just call me at 512-346-1799 so we can discuss your housing needs.
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Good morning Dorie. I wasn't familiar with any of these photographers but am so very glad you shared. Just amazing and different. Happy Holidays Dorie.
Dec 20, 2011 11:52 PM
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Good morning Dorie.
Thank you for sharing...
I am going to check it out.
Have a nice day.
Dec 21, 2011 12:21 AM
Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC - Short Hills, NJ
NJ Home Stager
Dorie - what an inspiring story and I just looked at Fourth on Lake Austin - gorgeous! My son was born legally blind in his right eye also and he's amazing at BMX, snowboarding tricks and motocross! People always ask how he can do these sports so well and he says his balance in internal - he feels it. It amazing! Thanks for sharing this artist with us!
Dec 21, 2011 12:22 AM
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
Hi Roger,
We are so fortunate to have so many here in AR..such a treat to see their photographs!
Dec 21, 2011 12:24 AM
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
Hi Rob,
I always enjoy your photos Rob...I think you will enjoy this app on your new iPad2!!
Dec 21, 2011 12:27 AM
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
Hi Shelia,
We are fortunate to have som many very taleted photograpers in AR..we are blessed!
Dec 21, 2011 12:28 AM
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
Hi Kristine,
Trey is an inspiring young man and its amazing what he has been able to accomplish! I always love looking at your photos and knew you would enjoy hearing about Trey's work.
Dec 21, 2011 12:34 AM
Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA
Good stuff Dorie...I wonder if he will make this available for Droid users too.
Dec 21, 2011 12:38 AM
Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC - Short Hills, NJ
NJ Home Stager
Dorie - I'm back to tell you later today I'm going to download Stuck on Earth to my IPad! So cool! I'm going to put in dreamer, explorer and photographer because they all sum me up pretty good! I'll send you an email after I try it and be sure and pass it on to everyone I know! Thanks again - so cool!
Dec 21, 2011 01:00 AM
Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com - Mason, OH
Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs
Dorie, Definitely sounds worth checking out! I love the photos from our regulars here in the Rain! Next best thing to going where they go :)
Dec 21, 2011 01:13 AM
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
Hi Kristine,
Awesome!! It's a wonderful program! I think that title sums you up perfectly :).
Dec 21, 2011 04:21 AM
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HI Dorie,
Thanks for this I had never heard of Tray Ratcliff before, but just cheking a few of his posts, it is easy to see why his art is so popular, will check out more in a bit.
Merry Christmas and a Pfanntastic New Year
Dec 21, 2011 04:29 AM
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
RLAH@properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital
Dorie, I had a great time checking out the links to your friend's photos. Wow!
Dec 21, 2011 02:08 PM
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