Google has created a special doodle on the occasion of annual Earth Day. “The Earth Day doodle features aerial photos of the planet’s natural beauty and biodiversity and reminds us of the importance of protecting it for future generations,” said the company.
The Google logo highlights global efforts to preserve the Earth’s natural beauty, biodiversity, and resources in various communities worldwide.These serve as a reminder that tackling the climate crisis and biodiversity loss requires further action.
What the Earth Day doodle represents
G: Turks and Caicos Islands. The islands are home to important biodiversity areas with conservation efforts aimed at addressing ongoing environmental challenges.
O: Scorpion Reef National Park, Mexico. Also known as Arrecife de Alacranes, this is the largest reef in the southern Gulf of Mexico and UNESCO biosphere reserve.
O: Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland. Established as a national park in 2008 after decades of advocacy, this UNESCO World Heritage Site protects the ecosystem in and around Europe’s largest glacier.
G: Jaú National Park, Brazil. Also known as Parque Nacional do Jaú, this is one of South America’s largest forest reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
L: Great Green Wall, Nigeria. Started in 2007, this African Union-led initiative is restoring land affected by desertification across the width of Africa, planting trees and other vegetation while implementing sustainable land management practices.
E: Pilbara Islands Nature Reserves, Australia. Located by one of the Pilbara Island Nature Reserves, one of 20 nature reserves in Australia that help protect fragile ecosystems.
Globally, more individuals are turning to Google to seek sustainable living practices. As Earth Day is observed by over a billion people worldwide today, it serves as a reminder to adopt sustainable habits consistently and to persist in the ongoing efforts to conserve resources such as water and electricity.

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – On Sunday, Rochester Area Officials Association (RAOA) awarded an honor to KTTC Chief Photographer Charles (Chuck) Sibley for his contributions to youth sports as part of media.

Chuck Sibley joined KTTC in 1972 as a part time Studio Camera Operator. 2024 is his 51st year as a staff member of the station.

“He is very well known and he’s done exceptional work. Chuck goes back a long ways. I know he’s been doing this for over 50 years now with KTTC and we just felt like we needed to take the time to acknowledge, recognize, and bring Charlie to the forefront for one day at least.”

RAOA hosted its Southeast Minnesota All Sports Reunion event this afternoon at Charlie’s Eatery and Pub. Along with Sibley, the organization honored five individuals in recognition of their work as a coach, athletic director, sports official, and site staff.

RAOA’s committee member, Greg Rathbun, stated media is a new category of honor for the event and Sibley is the first person to be recognized with it. He said, “We felt we needed to exemplify the media and give some recognition to the media. Chuck was the first name that popped up that all of us on the committee said, ‘He’s got to be recognized.’”

The reunion was the RAOA’s third event honoring past and present community members who contributed significantly to local youth athletics.

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Understanding and effectively utilizing light is fundamental to creating compelling and impactful portraits. This is where the concept of three-point lighting comes into play, offering a versatile and powerful technique for achieving professional-looking results. 

Coming to you from Gavin Hoey with Adorama, this informative video provides a comprehensive breakdown of the three-point lighting setup and its various applications. Hoey, a renowned photographer and educator, guides you through the process of setting up and adjusting each light source – the key light, fill light, and backlight – to achieve different effects. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the interplay between these lights and how their positioning and intensity can shape the shadows, highlights, and overall tone of your images. By demonstrating different configurations and explaining the rationale behind each choice, Hoey empowers you to experiment and develop your own lighting style.

Hoey’s approach to teaching three-point lighting is both practical and insightful. He debunks the myth of rigid rules, encouraging you to adapt the technique to your specific needs and preferences. He also highlights the importance of observing the subtle nuances of light and shadow, demonstrating how even minor adjustments can significantly impact the final image. His emphasis on understanding the purpose of each light and its contribution to the overall composition provides a valuable framework for approaching any lighting scenario. 

Beyond the technical aspects, Hoey’s video underscores the importance of experimentation and creative exploration. He encourages you to try different lighting setups, modifiers, and power ratios to discover what works best for your vision. By embracing this spirit of experimentation, you can develop a deeper understanding of light and its behavior. Remember, there’s no single “correct” way to use three-point lighting; the key is to adapt the principles to your unique style and subject matter. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Hoey,

If you would like to continue learning about how to light a portrait, be sure to check out “Illuminating The Face: Lighting for Headshots and Portraits With Peter Hurley!”

Amongst the many thousands packed into 770 to celebrate the Rebbe’s 80th birthday, Donal Holway, a photographer for the Washington Post, didn’t quite know what to expect. In an interview, he recalls his reaction upon entering the room, the overwhelming emotion, and how he positioned himself for the best pictures.

Amongst the many thousands of people packed into 770 to celebrate the Rebbe’s 80th birthday, one of them was there on a special assignment.

Donal Holway, then a photographer for the Washington Post, was assigned to cover the event in Brooklyn, not quite knowing what to expect.

In a 2007 interview, he recalls his reaction upon entering the room, the overwhelming emotion, and how he positioned himself for the best pictures of the historic event.

This is the story behind a collection of ninety special pictures of Yud Alef Nissan 5742, now published by JEM for the first time.

With gratitude to Rabbis Mendel Gourarie, Eli Sapochkinsky, Motti Hazan and Memkeh Schmukler of the JEM team.

Click here for the newly released pictures: https://jemphotos.page.link/Gx3J