Happiness & Full Engagement

"We are at our very best, 

and we are happiest, 

when we are fully engaged in work we enjoy 

on the journey toward the goal we've established for ourselves. 

It gives meaning to our time off and comfort to our sleep. 

It makes everything else in life so wonderful, so worthwhile."
— Earl Nightingale: Was a motivational speaker and author

Creating Art & Improving the world

"... I have no intention of apologizing for believing in people, for insisting that we all use this moment and these assets to create some art and improve the world around us.

To do anything less than that is a crime." Seth Godin

Winter ~ Colors in Motion

Photograh copyrighted by Ralph M. Ferraro, 2011

What do these colors make you feel?
Any thoughts about these colors?
Would you like to know how this photo was created?

Ralph's Workshop on "Transforming Ice (Breaker) into Heat"

Ralph will be presenting a workshop "Transforming Ice (Breaker) into Heat," at the Toastmasters District 46 Spring Conference on April 30th in Tarrytown. Follow the link and Check it out !!

Ralph's Workshop: "Transforming Ice (Breaker) into Heat"  

A f2.8 Lens or a f4~5.6 Lense Which is a better Choice?

For many photographers, there is a debate about whether to invest in a f2.8 fixed aperature lense or a variable f4~5.6 lense.

Recently, I had to chose between a fixed f2.8 zoom (70mm-200mm), a fixed f4 zoom (with slightly shorter reach... max 105mm), or a variable aperture f4-5.6 zoom (with greater reach ... max 300mm).  For me the choice became very clear at a recent shoot.

Review "The King's Speech"

Last evening, I went with a friend of mine, to see "The King's Speech." It is based on King George the VI's stuttering and difficulty with Public Speaking. The story was more than a commentary on a member of royalty with a speaking problem. It was a multidimensional story of Relationships.

Happy St. Patricks Day

Wishing a Happy St. Patricks Day to all.
Today, I'll be attending a  St. Patricks Day Party in Manhattan. What are you planning on doing to celebrate St. Patricks?