Constant DSLR light for $3.99

Later I removed the metal contact pin, just in case it might trick the camera into thinking an active flash is mounted on the hot shoe. 

I made this simple LED constant light from parts and a light that was on sale for 3.99 at Harbor Freight Tools (Tools China). I shot one pic on Program mode in complete darkness, but it's really ideal for video interviews in really dark environments or shooting manual. Fun for $4.00. Oh, take the base off a junk flash, then glue and screw it in. This will give it a more solid and functional design. All the samples were shot in almost complete darkness, it's not perfect, just more for fun.

Niagara On The Lake

Total decompression, I love this place during the week when it's dead. Click shots to enlarge.

Mega Playhouse Finished

Thanks to my Father In law, the playhouse is finally finished. We had our first hang out up top, so Leif could do some decorating...

Thai Grilled Wings

A new creation: Thai Grilled Chicken Wings, not for the weak, these contain some beautiful fresh pepper and spices.

My recipe:

- 2lbs. fresh wings (not frozen, Wegman's)
- Rub first with olive oil, black pepper, coarse salt, a little asian five spice, chili powder, garlic powder, and   a little fresh curry powder (good stuff)
-Grill on low heat with lid down, turning often
- Finely dice one Thai chili pepper, and one jalapeno and saute
- mix in a couple spoonfuls of melted unsalted butter, Sriracha Sauce, Garlic Chili Sauce, a teaspoon of fish sauce,  a teaspoon of soy
-take of the gill and sauce in a tupperware container with lid and let rest
- then get it on, but bring your Kleenex

Jon and Annie

A great day from start to finish! The weather held out, even though I made this California couple freeze.

Full group of shots @:

http://vimeo.com/22510039

http://photos.ryanmcdonellphotography.com/GalleryThumbnails.aspx?gallery=731643