I go to Disneyland all the time. Every time I see something new. Or I see something old in a new light. This was the case on Sunday night as I walked out of Fantasyland through the gates of Sleeping Beauty Castle. I just happened to stop and look back and see this picture. I took it obviously. I have taken similar shots from further away but for some reason I love how being up close shows the details of the walls. Then looking through the gates you see all [Read More]
One of the things I really enjoy at Disneyland is the parade. Mickey’s Soundsational Parade is an explosion of sound, color, and movement. Beyond that, it is just a lot of fun. It captures Disney Magic and puts it in a parade. On Sunday, I was at a unique angle where I was able to capture some of the magic of the parade and couple it with one of the icons of Disney magic, Sleeping Beauty Castle. I’m not entirely sure why but I really like how this picture turned [Read More]
20 years ago Mickey Mouse showed the power of his imagination really can overcome just about anything. I will admit, that moment when he shows up in his Sorcerer Mickey garb directing water and fire after overcoming evil. I love the cheer that comes from the crowd every night at that moment. In a world that can often be focused on the darkness, it is magical seeing thousands of people rallying around a little mouse who also happens to be the good guy. The world needs more positive heroes and [Read More]
Last night I spent a bulk of the evening along the Rivers of America at Disneyland to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Fantasmic! at Disneyland. 20 years ago Fantasmic! premiered before members of the press and it only seemed fitting to return to this amazing show on this historic day. Since Mickey Mouse is pretty much my favorite character in the show, it also seems fittting for today’s Photo of the Day to be a picture of the big cheese himself! I hope you enjoy!
Make it a GREAT day!
- Mr. [Read More]
We had a wonderfully rainy day at Disneyland in March. I left my fancy camera at home and took my Canon Powershot to Disneyland and enjoyed the weather. In the evening, I got this picture of the Mad Tea Party with Storybook Land in the background. I wish I had my DSLR for that shot but am glad I didn’t get it all wet! Either way, it was a really fun night as the park was nearly empty! I always enjoy Disneyland in the rain!
Make it a GREAT day!
- Mr. [Read More]
Disneyland really is a magical place. Sometimes the simplest of things can be such a strong reminder of this. On Saturday while visiting the park I got to watch a young friend experience the magic first hand. I snapped this picture as she had a wonderful moment with Dale I believe. I’m not entirely sure. Either way, they were off in their own little magical world and loving every moment of it. These are the moments that really make Disneyland such a magical experience. These are the things that keep [Read More]
Over the weekend I made my way to Disneyland and Big Thunder Ranch. Back there I was thrilled to discover that some of my favorite Country Bears were hanging out… it wasn’t quite a jamboree but it was definitely a lot of fun! From what I’m told, they will be hanging out on the weekends at the ranch throughout the summer! If you get a chance, definitely go and say hi to these guys!
Make it a GREAT day!
- Mr. DAPs
There are very few things more iconic than Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland. Because it is so iconic, it is photographed a LOT and there are always people around it. So… when you can get a chance to take a picture of this beautiful landmark with nobody in it… you take the opportunity! I was granted such an opportunity last June as I was making my way to the opening of Star Tours as part of the Soundsational Summer Press event. It was much earlier in the morning than I [Read More]
Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland is beautiful. I also think there are a lot of other wonderful and beautiful details surrounding the castle at Disneyland. One example of this is this lamp that is in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle. I just love how imperfect it is. It looks authentic and like someone made it from hand; quite possibly someone did. It is one of those details at Disneyland that I totally ignore during the day but almost every time I’m near the castle at night I’m drawn to it. [Read More]
Happy Star Wars Day everyone! I hope this finds everyone celebrating all the awesomeness that is Star Wars! Today, I thought I’d share one of the many Star Wars themed pictures I have taken through the years. Seeing that we have a few of the Star Wars characters around in Tomorrowland at Disneyland this isn’t the hardest thing to find. Picking just one however, was much more difficult. I decided upon Darth Vader though. I remember being so scared of him as a child. I also remember the first time [Read More]
