Jose Albanil Photography

Lost in Time Jan 2012

2012-01-24T17:12:00.001-08:00

I have seen these building many times as I travel from Arizona to California. They seem to be lost in time. Just off a busy freeway there is really no reason to stop in this area. So they just sit and try not to be erased by time and the elements. I have always wanted to stop and photographic it but usually I have my son or dog with me. I wanted to have plenty of time to stop and capture the shots I wanted. So I was able to on my recent trip. It is along Interstate 8 at Aztec Dr. This is just before the Dateland excite as you head West.

Barrett Jackson Car Show Jan 2012

2012-01-24T17:11:00.001-08:00

Got to love the Barrett Jackson car show. So much beauty in one location. So many fantasy rides that we shall only be able to look at. Come on Lottery!

Sky Song Dec 2011

2012-01-01T10:15:00.001-08:00

Skysong is such an interesting place to visit and photograph. I wondered if it was as cool on the inside. I got a sneak peak and was equally impressed. Will have to grab more shots later.

Boo At The PHX Zoo Oct 2011

2011-10-24T11:33:00.000-07:00

I love taking picture of animals and just plain watching them do their thing. This is the fourth year I make sure to go to the Boo at the Phoenix Zoo. Interesting to see what the animals do with their special treats. Fun for all.

San Carlos Oct 2011

2011-10-24T10:48:00.001-07:00

While I was at a resort in San Carlos I decided to take photos of the room I was in. It was really well decorated. So many cool angle and photo opportunities

Mighty Mud Mania AZ June 2011

2011-06-12T14:29:00.000-07:00

Mighty Mud Mania. This is a fun kids event that happens every year. I take my son their to have fun. I do join him but I am the eye behind the camera. I like to hang out after my son leaves to take more pictures.

Here is my son doing his thing. He is so cute and cautious. Takes him a while to get dirty.

Other Photographer

Some of the volunteers

Kids at Play

Wonka June 2011

2011-06-12T14:28:00.001-07:00

Insect Album 01

2011-05-07T06:57:00.001-07:00

Grand Canyon Hotel - Williams AZ

2011-01-01T17:23:00.000-08:00

I took my son to the Polar Express in Williams Az. This was the hotel where we stayed. It had a really nice feel. Warmth and the Christmas decoration for the end of the year were like a cozy cabin. So I came back later in the evening when there was not a hoard of people fighting for a spot in front of the roaring fire.

My Audi Jan 2010

2010-12-18T20:18:00.000-08:00

So we had some very nice storms this year. The sky was looking amazing. I had sometime to kill before picking up my son. So I drove around to find some raised parking structures to get a more birds eye view of the landscape. Noticed all the water that had collected and thought I would just make my Laser Red Audi S4 my model. She is a beautiful lady.

Halloween Shoot Oct 2009

2010-07-19T14:19:00.000-07:00

I loved my son's puppy costume. I thought I would do a photo shoot of him. I also took some shots similar to the ones I took of my dog so I could frame them together later.

My Son by the Lake Nov 2009

2010-07-19T14:12:00.000-07:00

I wanted to do a photo shoot of my handsome little man. I thought I would take advantage of the nice water fall feature into the near by lake.

Photo Retouch/Editing

2010-07-19T13:15:00.000-07:00

Adjusting levels and saturation. Removing blemishes from adult face, adding more detail to dog and removing umbrella.

Adjusting levels and saturation. Adding instant tan to female, removing family behind couple. Extending picture to add in message in sand.

Adjusting levels and saturation. Adding in heart shape under couple.

Adjusting levels and saturation. Opening eyes, removing gentleman and adding female on right.

In this shot she just needed a now ex taken out of a photo she really liked.

Panoramics

2010-07-01T12:23:00.000-07:00

Sky Song Arizona July 2010

2010-07-01T11:26:00.000-07:00

I ran across this place when I was driving home from dropping off my son. I came back to catch a sunset. Now that the Monsoons are getting close there is much more interest in the sky and sunset. I will definitely have to come back to catch more great angles.

Buildings Around Phoenix 2010

2010-07-01T11:00:00.001-07:00

As I cruise around town I see some cool buildings and thought I would start taking some shots with my new wide angle lens.

Disneyland '10

2010-06-20T07:32:00.000-07:00

Arizona State Fair Sunset

2010-06-06T18:02:00.000-07:00

I love to go to the Arizona State Fair to take some longer exposure shots. This last time I went wanting to try some more with the HDR process. I did not work too far from here but you never know with traffic. I looked out the window from work and new it would be a killer sunset. I did not know if I could make it. I ran for it and with some nice driving skills made it in to a good spot before this beautiful Sunset happened. Incredible.

Animals 01 - Botanical Garden Arizona

2010-06-03T21:35:00.003-07:00

I love watching animals. I can do that all day. I have not added any of those photos yet so here is what shall be a continuing series.

Waterfall Arizona

2010-06-03T21:35:00.001-07:00

Healing Fields Arizona Sept '09

2010-04-17T22:02:00.000-07:00

With the emotions of the 9/11 attack still on our minds it was even more apparent on the anniversary here in Phoenix. I have to tell you it did not feel as close to home until I was at this memorial and spent time reading the tags on many a flag. Certain individuals had histories that connected them to loved ones here in our state and they adorned those flags with personal effects. The part that really hit me hard was when I realized that all the flags that had a teddy bear represented children that were lost. Me, being a father of a 3 year old, I could not imagine that flag standing where my son should be so I took a while to let the emotions run through me. It was a very deep and emotional afternoon so much so I came back the next day. Here are the images that day created.

Graffitti Park 2010

2010-04-09T22:05:00.000-07:00

I stumbled across this hidden gem last year. I took some pictures then and recently went back for some more now that I am working on my HDR shots. I am finally getting to processing the shots. This is a very interesting place. Looks like kids have been tagging this area for years.

More Luminaria Shots

2010-04-09T21:51:00.000-07:00

Luminaria at the DBG Nov 2009

2010-03-09T10:35:00.000-08:00

This is an event I love attending every year. So much so I went twice this last time. So many photo opportunities. I enjoyed my time trying to capture the feel of this event. It is a bit weird to be the only single guy walking around taking photos and listening to the entertainment. It is very much a couple or group event. If you have a chance check it out. Well worth the ticket price. Here are the images I captured.

My Photography

2010-03-05T15:51:00.000-08:00

I am creating a space where I can show off all my photography.