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The Art of Chemistry 27 Aug 2013 | 04:30 pm
When I was at the Chateau Marmont a few weeks ago, I happened to catch about 30 minutes of "Pitch Perfect" on HBO before my dinner reservation. Last weekend, I had the opportunity to see the entire mo...
Picture Perfect: A Guide For the Amateur Photographer 26 Aug 2013 | 05:00 pm
Disneyland is a wonderland for photographers, both amateur and professional. For the novice photographer, it can often be overwhelming attempting to figure out what will make the best image. Compositi...
View From The Top 25 Aug 2013 | 07:40 pm
Guests have taken many photos of the mighty Matterhorn at Disneyland, but few have been able to shoot from the top of the mountain. Today's post shows a selection of photos from this vantage point dur...
Knott's Blowout: The 1960's 24 Aug 2013 | 04:30 pm
It's been awhile since I've posted any Knott's Berry Farm photos, so today's post will rectify that in a big way. First up is a batch of February 1964 images featuring the Calico Mine Train attraction...
Early Park Memories 23 Aug 2013 | 06:20 pm
Every now and then, I get an email from someone who was touched by the photos on my website. Bringing back a flood of happy memories, they are inclined to share their story of a vintage family visit t...
The Story of Willis 22 Aug 2013 | 04:30 pm
Since a few of my readers have commented on Willis, I decided to share his story with the rest of you. This month, my pet turns two. At the time he came into my life, I was still telling people that ...
The Back Side of The Castle 21 Aug 2013 | 04:30 pm
When it comes to collecting vintage Disneyland images, shots of the Castle are pretty much a dime a dozen. Almost EVERY visitor of the park has taken a shot of the Castle with (or without) their entou...
Nothing But The Tooth 20 Aug 2013 | 05:35 pm
Pat Casey's Last Chance Saloon was one of the most photographed set pieces in the town of Rainbow Ridge. This 1950's shot is one of the best in my collection, allowing me to zoom in for some glorious ...
The Chemical Wagon at Disneyland 19 Aug 2013 | 04:30 pm
After yesterday's post, I thought it only fair to celebrate the other fire-fighting vehicle at the park, aka The Horse-Drawn Fire Wagon/Chemical Wagon, as seen in this March 8, 1956 photo. Today, you'...
The Motorized Fire Engine: A 55 Year Celebration! 18 Aug 2013 | 06:36 pm
August 16th marked the 55th Anniversary of the introduction of the Motorized Fire Engine to the Main Street, U.S.A. fleet of vehicles. Today's post is a tribute to this venerable mode of transportatio...
