منير بن وبر

Protected of Dragon Blood Tree By: Muneer Binwaber Dragon Blood Tree\Socotra Island-Yemen. By Muneer Binwaber. In the middle of the ocean, off the coast of the Arabian Sea in Yemen, a natural ship docked millions of years ago! Carrying treasures of rare trees and plants! It is the  idyllic island of Socotra \ Yemen. We do not know how it got Cain and Abel to the island! However, Abel and Cain killed each other there, their blood melt down and created the dragon blood tree.  Red substance extracted from this tree, called resin, the color red because of the blood as the legend says! Socotra Island is unique, museum of rare natural and a chance for those who love plants and adventure.  In 2013, the island got the name of Most Unusual Island in The World! Dragon Tree is the most popular tree in the island; this tree spread across the island particularly in the highlands of protected "Dquism" Where you will live a unique experience! There

Canon EOS 5D MARK II DSLR CAMERA Canon EOS 5D MARK II Short Review By: Muneer M. Binwaber In August 2005 Canon defined the first compact full-frame camera Canon EOS 5D (DSLR).  The first thing we should know about this camera is its Full-frame feature, where this feature give the camera many advantages such as larger pixels, lower noise at high ISO levels  and advantages for wide-angle photography which makes it ideal for wedding, architecture and landscape photography. In September 2008 Canon announced its first video recording capabilities DSLR camera that was the second edition of Canon 5D and called Canon 5D MARK ii, and in March 2012, Canon announced Canon EOS 5D MARK iii. Canon 5D MARK ii features 21.1 megapixels (5,616 × 3,744 pixels), compared to 12.8 megapixels (4,368 × 2,912 pixels) in Canon EOS 5D.  Pixel size is a very important attribute of a sensor’s overall performance – typically the larger the pixel, the better the overall performance.  This

Photo Gear Makes Better Stories! By: Muneer Binwaber Suppose you traveld to the jungles of Africa! OR to Paris!  Of course, it will be a trip full of adventures! Now, after this trip, return home and tell your story to your friends and family. Will tell them how it was a giant elephant!Or how it looks like the Eiffel Tower, and how long view of Paris from the top! I'm sure you will explain and describe so much, but although it is possible not to feel excited just like you! So wisdom says, PICTURE WORTH 1000 WORDS! Pictures not only keep your memories for generation after another, but also make your memories more realistic and interesting; but to have good picture you should have good photo gears and basic knowlage of using that gears such as cameras and lenses and so on. Here are some good books in this field might help you making better stories in your next trip to AFRICA! 1) Title: How to Choose Yor Camera Lenses?: The Easy Practical Guide in Canon

Understanding Exposure, How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera With more than 350,000 copies sold, Understanding Exposure has demystified the complex concepts of exposure for countless photographers. Now updated with current technologies, more than one hundred new images, and an all-new chapter, this new edition will inspire you more than ever to free yourself from “auto” and create the pictures you truly want. In his trademark easy-to-understand style, author Bryan Peterson explains the relationship between aperture and shutter speed, including how to achieve successful exposures in seemingly difficult situations. You’ll learn: • Which aperture gives you the greatest contrast and sharpness, and when to use it • Which apertures guarantee the background remains an out-of-focus tone • Which one aperture—when combined with the right lens—creates an area of sharpness from three feet to infinity • How to creatively use shutter speed to either freeze an acti

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-RX100 Digital Camera

Awaken Your Vision to Create Stunning Images Wherever You Are Get inspired to discover the beautiful images around you Photographers are born travelers. They’ll go any distance to capture the right light, beautiful landscapes, wildlife, and people. But exotic locales aren’t necessary for interesting photographs. Wonderful images are hiding almost everywhere; you just need to know how to find them. Extraordinary Everyday Photography will help you search beyond the surface to find the unexpected wherever you are, be it a downtown street, a local park, or your own front lawn. Authors Brenda Tharp and Jed Manwaring encourage amateur photographers to slow down, open their eyes, and respond to what they see to create compelling images that aren’t overworked. Through accessible discussions and exercises, readers learn to use composition, available light, color, and point of view to create stunning photographs in any environment. Inspiring photo examples from the authors, taken wi

Book of The Week: Top 10 Cape Town and the Winelands (EYEWITNESS TOP 10 TRAVEL GUIDE) Drawing on the same standards of accuracy as the acclaimed DK Eyewitness Travel Guides , The DK Top 10 Guides use exciting colorful photography and excellent cartography to provide a reliable and useful pocket-sized travel. Dozens of Top 10 lists provide vital information on each destination, as well as insider tips, from avoiding the crowds to finding out the freebies, The DK Top 10 Guides take the work out of planning any trip. Cape Town is one of the most visited cities in Africa and is perched on a rugged stretch of land at the very tip of the continent, pounded by two thundering oceans and dominated by the iconic Table Mountain. With enough heart-pumping activities, from abseiling to paragliding, as well as more relaxed outings to beaches, vineyards and museums, the city easily captivates the visitor. From Robben Island to excursions to the Winelands and from the city'

The use of fireworks on special occasions is one of the most common methods in the world to express the joy. Although the  ​​ high voice, but the cheerful colors make others happy! Take pictures of those happy moments require some skills, which are what we'll talk about briefly in n the following steps: 1- Do not touch the camera: In photographing fireworks you need to use longer shutter speeds, this requires a very steady camera; use a tripod and remote release to avoid any shaking. 2- Planning: In any direction fireworks will be launched? How much height will reach? Is Traffic attendance will prevent you from photography and framing? All these questions require you to come early to the place, get some information from those who are preparing fireworks, get a high place, the appropriate use of the lens- read our book “ how to choose your camera lens ”-, and finally use your intuition and get ready before the launch. 3- Try to capture images with a wide focal le

Portrait is one of the most preferred photography types, simply because people own cameras for memory! People take cameras where ever they go to safe their happy memories for future in their albums, PCs or sharing online. Read my article about this at http://www.nilepal.com/index.php?route=information/information&information_id=7

How can travelers take better landscape photos? The most types of photography taken by travelers are landscapes! Simply because we travel to see that grand waterfall, nice desert hot sands, clear cost beach, green forest or blue sky...etc. Landscapes are hard to capture, because they are wide and you see large view by your eyes, your brain can focus on the most beautiful elements – and Therein lies the beauty of the human mind!  But your camera doesn’t!   In this article, we will focus on the most important things you should do to take better landscapes as following: 1- Take your time:  when you visit new places you may notes interesting things at once, but to take good photos you should spend more time to look for the best angles, good lighting situation, where the shadow falls and what are the most beautiful things in that escape. 2- Light: light is an important element in the composition of the picture, it gives a sense to the image, light tells the viewer

How to Choose Yor Camera Lenses?

National Geographic Simply Beautiful Photographs Just as its title indicates, National Geographic Simply Beautiful Photographs plumbs the depth of National Geographic's renowned Image Collection to highlight the loveliest and most appealing photographs from this impressive archive. The result is an experience of visual delight, whether from stunning landscapes, magnificent wildlife, fascinating people, or quaint locales. Award-winning National Geographic photographer Annie Griffiths Belt has chosen remarkable images from all of the Society's core mission areas: exploration, wildlife, cultures, science, nature. Each chapter showcases a specific aspect of what creates beauty in a photograph, whether light or color, or motion, and illuminates that quality in a splash of large-format images —most of which readers will be able to purchase as prints. Musings on visual beauty from scholars and poets enhance the experience, making this gorgeous collection a pleasu

BetterPhoto Basics Absolutely anyone can take better photos! If you can press a button, you can take great pictures. It’s as simple as that. In BetterPhoto Basics, Jim Miotke, founder of the popular online photography school BetterPhoto.com, shares tips and tricks to improve your photos right away, no matter what camera you’re using. Too busy to read a book? No problem—flip to any page for an instant tip to use right away! Learn to compose knockout shots, make the most of indoor and outdoor light, and photograph twenty popular subjects, from sunsets and flowers to a family portrait. Those who want to go further get tips on controlling exposure and the secrets behind ten advanced creative techniques. And everyone will appreciate Jim’s breakdown of easy fixes to make in Photoshop. No matter what your level of experience, you’ll be amazed how easy it is to start taking photos like the pros.    Also read in my blog: How to Choose you Camera Lens.  Order the Book

Book of the Week, Rick Steves' Paris 2013 You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in the City of Light—Paris. With the self-guided tours in this book, you’ll explore the grand Champs-Elysées, the eye-popping Eiffel Tower, and the radiant cathedral of Notre-Dame. Learn how to save money and avoid the lines at the Louvre and Orsay Museums. Enjoy the ambience of Parisian neighborhoods, and take a day trip to the glittering palace of Versailles, or to the Champagne-soaked city of Reims. Then grab a café crème at a sidewalk café and listen to the hum of the city. You’ll see why Paris remains at the heart of global culture. Rick’s candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants in delightful neighborhoods. You’ll learn how to navigate the Paris Métro, and which sights are worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket

  Explore the World through the Eyes of Professional National Geographic magazine has maintained its status as one of the most-read publications for over one hundred years because of its quality educational content, riveting emotional stories, and vivid photographic essays. Its in-depth analysis of breaking news and detailed coverage of trending topics delves deep into the topics of geography, popular science, history, culture, and current events. It also includes informative articles on the environment, stunning images of Mother Nature at her best, and exhilarating tales of wild adventures. National Geographic magazine offers you an inside look at the most interesting people and places from all over the world. Many stories contain detailed maps and images that take you along for the incredible journey. National Geographic magazine is designed to inspire, inform, and entertain a vast audience through compelling editorials and breathtaking photography. It also h

Book of the Week; Flywater: Fly-Fishing Rivers of the West   The magic and majesty of America’s greatest western fly-fishing rivers. Flywater brings us to the iconic creeks, springs, freestone rivers, and tailwaters that make the American West the world’s premier destination for fly fishing. Grant McClintock’s first book struck a chord with fishermen, and fifteen years later he takes the reader back to these fabulous places—from the storied Henry’s Fork to the Yellowstone to the Thompson River in British Columbia. With extraordinary new photography and wisdom, McClintock revisits these home waters and discovers countless others as well. Flywater is a gallery of moments and places. From Idaho and Montana to Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia, McClintock’s rich photography of trout and steelhead waters surrounded by beautiful Western landscapes creates a compelling journey that the reader, whether fisherman or non-fisherman, will thoroughly enjoy. For t

National Geographic Secrets of the National Parks: The Experts' Guide to the Best Experiences Beyond the Tourist Trail National Geographics Secrets of the National Parks Find the best National Geographic picks in 32 amazing national parks including Yellowstone's Lamar Valley, the Everglades' Nine Mile Pond Canoe Trail, and Yosemite's exquisite Snow Creek Trail. Discover that Lamar Valley is home to many of the park's wolf packs; why the Everglades is the domain of the pink flamingo; and that astounding views of Yosemite's Half Dome and Tenaya Canyon are accessible on an easy day hike. The majority of national park visitors often stick to the most celebrated trails and scenic overlooks, missing a whole world of stunning scenery in the process. Informed by park rangers, superintendents, and frequent park visitors, National Geographic Secrets of the National Parks provides all the inspiration and information you need to plan your visit beyond th

Socotra Island Part3; The Strange Creatures Island! Have you ever heard about the cat that you can extract   perfume from   its milk ? Have you ever felt bored of watching duplicate things each day in your life? Or the known animals in wildlife films? Do you want to see excellence animals can not be seen anywhere else in the world? If YES; then you should go to Socotra island and the live the adventure! There you can see 7 kinds of habitaion rare birds and 27 species of retiles not found any other place on the planet. You can also see Alzbad cat that you can use its milk to creat great perfume! It is wonderfull island!  For more inforamtion and photos about this amazing island, please have a look at my books: Dragon Island  Socotra: Story of the enchanted Island!  Or visit the gallery of Socotra.  You can also join us in our photographic expedition to Socotra from here.

Are you looking for stunning beaches ? Where warm sand , and where you can swim with the dolphins and watch sea creatures under your feet? Are you looking for a daring adventure, meet the people who live in the most isolated places in the world? If YES, then you must visit the island of Socotra ! Enjoy one of the purest world 's coasts and discover the beauty that awaits you ! More wonderful pictures and valuable information from my unforgettable adventure in this island here in this book ! And this other book ! You can also visit the Galler of Socotra from here . Or even join us in an amazing photographic expedition to Socotra from here !

Discovering new worlds is nice, but discovering rare and strange places is great! if you looking to have this feeling -just like me- then you should travel to Socotra island - Yemen, it is one of the few rare and strange places in the world, where you can find things only in Socotra - like the plant in the photo to the left-  not any other place in the world! This plant grows in rocks , it has a strange shape , the islanders use its leaves   as  treatment for some  diseases. Socotra is also known as the dragoon's blood island, I wort a book about this great island contains more than 60 photos in 70 pages talking about what you can see and do in this amazing island and many helpfull information based on my perosonal trip to the dreaming island, don't leave the world with out visting this island, this is all what I can say to all adventure, photographers and travelers lovers! Click here to have a look in my book. Or click here to have a look at my second bo

Many photographers and cameras lovers face difficulty when choosing what lens to choose when they want to progress a step forward to improve the quality of their images. There are dozens of models on the market for each particular brand, and there are brands manufacturing for other brands such as Sigma. Not only that, but companies develop new models every year, and maybe stopped manufacturing other models! All these difficulties have made the issue of choosing the right lens is complicated for many people not only photographers.  In this book (How to Choose Your Camera Lens) the writer worked hard to make this confusing question more easily, by giving an idea of the basics of choice, types of photography, and review the most popular types of lenses used by photographers of all levels.  (How to Choose Your Camera Lens) book review more than 75 models of lenses for Canon, Nikon, Sony and Sigma, and 27 comparison table spread over five chapters by types of photogra