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A few of my favorites from my recent posts:

Illuminations Green

Beach Club / Yacht Club Light House

A Tribute to Mr Toad

Happy HalloWishes: A Grim Grinning Ghosts Spooktacular in the Sky

The Headless Horseman Rides Tonight

The Director - A Young Walt Disney?

Big Thunder Mountain - Disneyland

A Young Cinderella

Soarin' Over California

Golden Zephyr

Hi there, and thanks for stopping by.

As you can probably tell by looking through my photostream, I'm a HUGE Disney fan / nerd / geek / nut - whatever you want to call it. I especially like visiting the theme parks and of course, when I'm there, I like to take tons of pictures!

I started getting interested in photography in '06 when I started to get involved in a discussion board thread on DisBoards called "Disney Picture of the Day". Ever since then I've been absolutely hooked. I started out with a Sony CyberShot DSC-H2 (point and shoot). I upgraded in Dec '06 to a Nikon D40 (my first SLR), and lastly made a huge jump to a Nikon D300, which I just LOVE!

I'm a 31 year young husband (11 years) - and Dad of two little princesses (5 & 8). You'll see them from time to time in my photostream...

Thanks!
Joe (°O°Joe on the forums)

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    EddyMixx says:

    "One of the best and most inspiring photographers here on flickr. Especially if you're all about Disney. If you're looking for something Disney, Joe has a beautifully composed picture of it."

    25th August, 2009

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    Mitchell Press says:

    "I am so pleased that such a fantastic photographer as Joe left a "Beautiful shot!" comment for one of my photos and marked it as a Favorite. Thank you Joe, I love your work!

    Mitchell"

    17th August, 2009

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    Todd_H says:

    "A truly inspirational photographer, Joe is hands down one of the best Disney photographers out there today. His attention to detail and talent for creative composition, as well as his perfect post processing skills makes his style a natural fit for photographing all things Disney."

    30th June, 2009

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    Scott9432 (back) says:

    "Wow! His photos are some of the most amazing I've on Flickr, his photography and post-processing skills are fantastic! The photos he posts a inspirational and wonderful, I don't think he's ever posted a photo that I didn't like. Well Done!"

    13th June, 2009

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    Kiki FL says:

    "Joe is both a good photographer and a good friend. His photography is a real inspiration and a pleasure to experience. The level of technical expertise he exhibits is equaled by his artistic vision. Joe is a skillful and creative artist and the sky is the limit for him!"

    3rd June, 2009

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    Duane Matsen says:

    "Joe is one of my very favorite photographers on flickr. I really love his subject matter composition. His photos are well done without being over produced (which is the nature of all too many on flickr). Joe inspires me to do better with my photography. Keep the great photos coming."

    2nd June, 2009

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    Scott Smith (SRisonS) says:

    "JUST realized that this was "°O°Joe" from the DisBoards. Loved seeing his work on there, and am now pleasured to see his shots in spectacular glory, here on Flickr. An amazing talent. I'll probably have to steal some of his shot ideas during my future Disney trips ;) Keep up the great work!!!!!"

    24th April, 2009

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    DazzlingDigital says:

    "Joe has THE best Disney photos on Flickr! Besides being there, this is the next best thing!"

    23rd April, 2009

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    divaostrich says:

    "I remember seeing your photos on the Disboards.com 'Picture of the Day' thread a few years back and have always enjoyed your photos so much. Your photos are just jaw-droppingly fantastic! Thanks so much for doing what you do and sharing it with all of us!"

    17th April, 2009

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    tonyboytran says:

    "Joe inspires me to keep photography as a hobby. His photos/shots are so good that it makes me cry tears of joy."

    14th April, 2009

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    Samantha.D (pinky09) says:

    "Joe's pictures of Disney World are outstanding! His post-processing skills are fantastic. I always look to his photos for ideas!"

    23rd March, 2009

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    Mandy Maloo says:

    "For a few weeks before I decided to join Flickr, I would spend hours looking at Joe's photos. I am absolutely mesmerized at how perfectly your able to capture not just the beauty of the subjects, but the feeling we all experience by being at Disney. Your photos certainly give me something to strive toward!"

    2nd March, 2009

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    Craig Stevens <castevens12> says:

    "Joe's first full year on Flickr has provided this community with some of the most fantastic pictures of Walt Disney World that we have ever seen. The infrequent shots of life on the Mississippi River Valley are a pleasant divergence from the Disney shots to show us a glimpse of the life of the man behind the photographs. I have been inspired by Joe's work, and it's nice to know that one of my mentors/inspirations takes time to look at my photos"

    5th February, 2009

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    Brian Rechenmacher says:

    "All I can say is that everytime I check my contact's newest photos, Express Monorail always has the best and most entertaining photos. Whether it be Disney-related or not, his pictures show the touch of a true genius through style, composition, framing, lighting, and clarity. Keep it up and thanks for sharing!"

    28th December, 2008

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    astanse♥(Angela) says:

    "Joe's photographs are truly awe-inspiring, spectactular works of art. Every photo he posts is a wonderful masterpiece. Disney should only be so lucky as to hire him as one of their official photographers. I have never seen any photos published by Disney that are as fabulous as Joe's! Disney needs to wake up and see Express Monorail's photos. Hello! I also want to thank Joe for giving me my regular Disney 'fix' on an almost daily basis! Thank you for sharing your art with all of us here at Flickr! Keep up the phenomenal work!"

    10th December, 2008

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    Ya Ba Da Ba Doo, Amirah to the Rescue! says:

    "YOU YOU YOU MAKE ME WANNA GO TO DISNEYLAND NOW!!!
    :D"

    5th December, 2008

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    Tana71 says:

    "Tus fotos son increibles!!


    Me encantan, gracias por agregarme en tu lista de contactos

    Besos"

    7th November, 2008

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    Alright Guy says:

    "Great story. Awesome pictures. You are incredibly talented! Most of your pictures should be on postcards. Thanks for sharing your photographs. It really helps me see how I should be taking pictures."

    17th October, 2008

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    Amanda Perez-Carroll says:

    "Joe's Disney pictures are awesome. I look forward to his new uploads."

    16th October, 2008

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    Abby - reading the new camera manual! says:

    "Express Monorail is your fast pass to the best that Disneyland and Disney World have to offer. He captures everything so beautifully! I can't wait to see what he posts each day. I've never seen one photo that wasn't just perfect! He captures angles, colors, motion, characters, everything Disney, in such a creative, visually stimulating way. I favorite, and re-favorite some of his images over and over, so I can see them regularly. Express Monorail will never let you down with his beautiful Disney Art."

    13th October, 2008

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    Matt Pasant says:

    "What can you say that has not already been said.. but I'll try anyway. Joe is a terrific photographer with a dialed in eye for details and the ability to add the special touch in post that brings you into the picture. His posts are Flickr are a must view and unrivaled."

    24th September, 2008

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    justyncox says:

    "Its amazing how quickly we outgrow our cameras. Big jump from a 40 to a 300! Love the work and you couldn't pick a better subject! You have given me lots of ideas for both edits and composition so if I post something that looks vaguely familiar, its just flattery, not theft!
    You are lucky to have so much to photograph: Kids and Disney...Perfect! No wonder you are so good!"

    23rd September, 2008

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    Tom Bricker (WDWFigment) says:

    "Talented and versatile, Joe is one of the best Walt Disney World photographers out there. His great eye for photography shines through as he takes a simple subject and makes it spectacular, or as he takes a spectacular subject and makes it beyond words. His feedback is always kind and encouraging, and he is careful with his feedback, even if it is constructive. All told, one heck of an asset to the Flickr community, and one of the few photostreams I check daily. Great work, Joe!"

    22nd September, 2008

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    Huffmans says:

    "Thank you for all your kind and gracious comments! I look at your gorgeous and stunning photos as a source of hopeful inspiration! Keep it up!"

    21st September, 2008

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    Lunchbox Photography says:

    "One of the most talented photographers I've seen, especially regarding Disney theme park photos. He's got a great eye for detail and really captures the moment perfectly - as I'm sure you can tell from a quick glance at his photostream. Not to be understated, though, is along with his tremendous talent goes someone who just simply loves photography - he's incredibly helpful with advice or pointers, and is quick to compliment and praise the pictures he appreciates. Joe's a great photographer, and a great guy."

    13th September, 2008

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    Wishbook says:

    "Express Monorail's work achieves both of my major requirements for utopical sharing of images: 1. Fully embracing the notion of sharing by presenting large, detailed pictures for the community to explore and take wonder in. and 2. Having interesting images--even if only interesting to a niche audience.

    EM goes one step further by sharing photos that could amaze and delight everyone. Cheers!"

    7th September, 2008

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    Danimator says:

    "'Express' wrings every vivid color and bit of texture out of WDW, and captures the candybox visual romance of the place with the sympathetic eye of a gifted Disney aficionado. His shots are always a pleasure to peruse. Keep at it!"

    13th August, 2008

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    MinnieMousegirl says:

    "I love your pictures! I wish I could take pictures like that!!!! You are truly an artist!"

    2nd August, 2008

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    Nylons and Cake says:

    "I'm stunned by all of the gorgeous Disney photographs in your photostream! Please keep them coming. You are truly and artist!"

    12th July, 2008

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    kevkev44 says:

    "One of the best of the best of photography...especially Disney photography! Every singe shot in his photostream is just a hit, you can really tell Joe spends a lot of time editing and shooting every shot in his stream. Very talented photographer with a creative outlook behind the camera."

    25th June, 2008

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    seven_lilies says:

    "Joe is someone who has found a way to truly capture the heart and soul of Disney. The colors in his photos are beyond amazing and he always seems to find the little details that make Walt Disney World so magical. Have a stroll through his stream and you're sure to come away with several more favorites to add to your collection.
    Thank you Joe, for letting all of us see through your lens too! :)"

    25th June, 2008

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    Big Thunder Mountain says:

    "A talented artist, both behind the camera and in the editing booth! Lot of favorites in his collection!"

    4th April, 2008

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