By now you’re all aware that the iPhone has landed at Verizon.  Finally, iPhone devotees can choose between two carriers!  Choices are always a good thing, right?

I’ve received several emails from folks asking if my iPhone app, iFotoGuide, will work on the new Verizon iPhones.  The answer: oh yeah they will!  So, those of you who have been monitoring the rumors for years and waiting patiently to pick up an iPhone can now do so and will have full access to iFotoGuide: Arches NP, iFotoGuide: Grand Canyon NP and iFotoGuide: Yosemite NP.  All are currently available for download in the Apple iTunes App Store for only $4.99 each.

If you’re not already familiar with it, iFotoGuide is the first and only guide to photographing the national parks currently available on the iTunes App Store.  Each app contains everything you’ll need to plan a successful photo trip to the national park of your choice.  You’ll learn what to photograph, when to be there for the best light, what lens and filters to use and concise directions to each spectacular location.  Search for locations in three unique ways and find inspiration in galleries filled with stunning photography.  iFotoGuide delivers fresh and accurate content that fits easily in your pocket.  iFotoGuide – it’s all you need.

One of my favorite things about twitter is that it has opened my eyes to so many amazing photographers and products that I may never have discovered on my own.  A few days ago I followed a link someone posted that led to an account for G. Dan Mitchell.  I clicked the “follow” button and have seen a few of his tweets pop up from time to time.  Tonight I finally clicked on a couple links Dan posted to new images from Yosemite National Park.  From there I clicked over to his website, where I discovered some of the best Yosemite photographs I’ve laid eyes on.  Much of his work focuses on nature’s intimate details.  For those who know me, you know that I’m a sucker for a great intimate landscape.  If you don’t know me, well…now you know one of my weaknesses.

So, do yourself a favor and check out Dan’s website.  And if you’re in need of some immediate inspiration, here are links to three of Dan’s recent images that I found exceptionally awesome.  Enjoy the journey!

Forest and Evening Fog

Sabrina Basin, Autumn Color and Rain

Bare Aspen Trunks and Fallen Leaves

Deputy Brian Harris of the Kane County Sheriff’s Office in Utah was shot to death on Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2010 while pursuing a burglary suspect.  He is survived by his wife and two children.  Learn more about Deputy Harris and this tragic incident on his Officer Down Memorial Page.

Purchase any iFotoGuide iPhone app during the month of September and I will donate 100% of my half of the sale proceeds to a memorial fund that has been established for Deputy Harris’ family.

iFotoGuide apps provide everything you’ll need to plan a photo trip to Arches, Yosemite or Grand Canyon National Park.  Gorgeous photographs accompany each description of locations within the park that are ideal for photography.  You’ll learn how, where and when to make postcard worthy photographs on your next vacation to these parks.  Each iFotoGuide app also includes an interactive park map, lodging and dining information, park information and more.  At only $4.99 each, iFotoGuide apps are a bargain compared to guidebooks costing $20 or more.

Please keep Deputy Harris’ family, friends and co-workers in your thoughts and prayers.  From the Kane County Sheriff’s Office website: “Anyone wishing to make a donation to the Brian Harris Family fund may do so at any State Bank of Southern Utah location, or at the Kanab branch, 98 W. Center St., Kanab, Utah 84741, 435-644-5828.  Contact Kane County Sheriff’s Office for additional information, 435-644-2349 or 435-644-4916.”

In Valor There Is Hope

I try not to pimp stuff I’m selling too often on my blog.  Mostly, this blog is to help us all learn and share and have fun.  But occasionally I will use it to let you all know when something I’m doing or selling might interest you.  I hope that’s coolio with you.  Moving on…

Yes, the title is totally lame!  Sorry ’bout that, but it is marginally better than “iFotoGuide: Yosemite Launched”.  At any rate, after almost two months of work Dan Baumbach and I are thrilled to announce that iFotoGuide: Yosemite has been approved and is now available in the Apple iTunes App Store.

iFotoGuide: Yosemite provides photographers with everything needed to plan a trip to and make stellar images while on-location in Yosemite National Park.  Find a hotel, locate a rental car and discover the closest airport.  Check out the gallery full of gorgeous Yosemite photos while you’re on the plane.  Once you arrive in Yosemite, use the guide to find the best locations to photograph at sunrise, sunset or mid-day as well as what gear you’ll need to make the best images.  iFotoGuide: Yosemite is chock full of all the information you will need during your photography trip to Yosemite.  All the information is stored directly on your iPhone or iPod Touch.  No need for a cell signal.  Once you download the app you’ll have all the critical information you need at all times.

Check out iFotoGuide: Yosemite at the Apple iTunes App Store, tell all your friends about it and spread the word about this amazing iPhone/iPod Touch application!  At $4.99 it’s at least half the price of comparable photo guidebooks.  Updates are free so you’ll never again have to shell out more cash for the latest revision of a hard-copy photography guide.

For you lovers of the southwest, don’t forget to check out iFotoGuide: Arches.