Nan Palmero, MBA

Thirteen Photos from Prague, Czechia

In October 2009 I made my first trip to gorgeous Prague, CZ. I had no idea the impact this trip would have on my life. During the visit, I saw cathedrals, Old Town Square, spires and buildings of the like that I’d never experienced. It was breathtaking and I was angry. My photography was abysmal. Utter frustration. When I returned home I was determined to suck less at photography. For Christmas that year I received my first camera with manual functions-a Canon Powershot S90. I knew that anything larger than that pocket-sized camera would be left at home. The S90 looked like a plain point and shoot camera, but it was groundbreaking at the time. A fast f/2.0 lens, an oversized sensor, full manual controls in a pint size prevented me from excuses. Watching YouTube videos, reading online and practicing, I started to suck less. I memorized the technical aspects of photography when it came to aperture, shutter speed and ISO. Knowing these basics allows anyone to use nearly any camera. In 2012 I made a crazy request to Olympus to send me a camera and lenses, which they did after a humorous call. Then in 2013, I was invited into a group of wonderful photography influencers, much more skilled than me, to participate as a Samsung Imagelogger. An incredible gift! I met photographers and new friends from all over the world and we shot photos in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, and Marbella, Spain. I still can’t believe it. The Imagelogger program has since been disbanded after Samsung left the camera market, but I’m still shooting with the gear. Speeding forward to 2017, lovely Deya and I planned a two week trip to Europe that had special meaning for both of us. I needed to go back to Prague for unfinished business – photograph this beautiful place with her and she needed to get to Paris, a lifelong dream. I hope you enjoy my thirteen photos from Prague, Czechia.

Deya with Bubbles in Old Town Square Prague

Jan Hus Memorial in Old Town Square Prague

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Ultimate Ears 900s Noise-Isolating Earphones Unboxing

The new @UltimateEars 900s Noise-Isolating Earphones come beautifully packaged, it’s Apple-esque. The 900s come with a quad armature (four speakers per ear) that have been tuned to have more bass than their predecessors, the UE900. It would be unfair to consider these bass heavy at all, the sound gets rounded out beautifully. Further, the highs will make your ears bleed if you turn up the jams too loud. Ultimate Ears includes a huge assortment of ear gels and @ComplyFoam tips to ensure these fit your ears. Not only are they included, but check out the photo below, they are sized! Ultimate Ears also includes extras in case one of your ears has a larger opening than the other. You can also choose one of two different cables. The blue cable includes remote controls to allow you to turn the volume up and down, play/pause your music and a microphone is included on the back to catch a quick call between tracks. The black cable is a standard cable without remote feature or a mic, in case you’re a purist in listening to music. Drop me a line in the comments if you have questions.

If you’re looking to upgrade your headphones from your bundled Apple EarPods, check out Ultimate Ears line. Already have the perfect earphones? Grab a pack of Comply Foam Tips to maximize the noise isolation.

Ultimate Ears 900s Noise-Isolating Earphones Unboxing

Photos captured with the @SamsungCameraUS NX30 and the delicious 85mm lens.

Thirteen Photos from H&M San Antonio Launch

H&M is a Swedish, hip multinational company that makes really cool clothes at affordable prices. Last night, a ton of people camped out on hard concrete to have their first look at the new store at The Shops at La Cantera. Die hard fans for sure. Thanks to @torijohson, I was able to get a sneak peek into the excitement. Here are thirteen photos from the grand opening day of @HMUSA’s San Antonio store. If you’re interested in more fashionable goodies, be sure to check out Tori’s blog, The sTORIbook!

Thirteen Photos from San Francisco – Engagement Edition

I’ve found one of the great ways to love @HolaDeya is to make a list. I ask her about adventures she wants to have in her life, specific ones and I make a list. My memory is bad, but @evernote does an awesome job at it. With the help of Deya’s sister, Viole, and my @SamsungCameraUS photographer friends @mrcippy, @themrscippy, @techdadreview & @mdflores (in spirit), we gave Deya a memorable marriage proposal. Below are thirteen photos from our adventure together leading up to the proposal at Battery Spencer.

The @MysticHotelSF Fire Escape Fun

“I’d like to ride a cable car.” – DONE!

“I’d like to go to the top of Lombard Street.” – DONE!

A ride on the cable car, then we’re in Chinatown!

Lychee Cotton Candy at The Slanted Door After Lunch

Deya and Nan with cotton candy at The Slanted Door

Coffee at @BlueBottleRoast Coffee in the Ferry Building

Deya and Nan at Blue Bottle Coffee Ferry Building

Cupid’s Span Troublemaking

Painted Ladies Made Famous by Full House

“Ride Across Golden Gate on Bikes” – Done!

Proposal Complete!

Dinner at @ChefChiarello’s Coqueta with a Surprise Bottle of Cava from My Sister and Jesus

A Fun Ride to the Airport Thanks to @Scout!

Deya Gets a Surprise From @VirginAmerica!

Do you want to see the actual proposal shot by @mrcippy, @mrscippy & @techdadreview? Head over to Facebook! You can read the story about Deya and me on the Samsung Camera blog.

Look below for the rest of the photos from the proposal weekend!

Thirteen Photos from Cabo – Wedding Edition

Wedding photos from Cabo San Lucas and Los Cabos, Mexico photographed by Nan Palmero with the Samsung NX30 Smart Camera.

My sister married Jesus, an awesome man, an IronMan, in Cabo. We had the pleasure and fortune of going to celebrate their love for one another in a beautiful place. Here are thirteen photos from Cabo San Lucas and the Los Cabos area in Mexico.

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Thirteen Photos from Concerts – Part 2

Concert photos by Nan Palmero featuring MS MR, Young the Giant, Cayucas, The Features, Haim, The Naked and Famous, Hands, Silversun Pickups, Wild Cub, Quiet Company, and Chromeo.

So many concerts and so little time. Thanks to prodding by @scottriggs and @jsasse via @slackerradio, I discovered some great bands and here are some of my favorite photos from the last year.

The Naked and Famous

Haim

Silversun Pickups

Hands

Wild Cub

Cayucas at Red7

The Features

Young the Giant at Austin Music Hall

MS MR

Quiet Company

Young the Giant at Lambert’s

Chromeo

Local Natives

Thirteen Photos from Marfa, TX

Nan Palmero shares thirteen photos from Marfa, Texas. These pictures are photographed with the Samsung NX30 Smart Camera.

Marfa – such a peculiar place. A dusty little Texas town, backdrop for great movies including “There Will Be Blood,” “No Country for Old Men,” and “Giant.” Deya and I took a weekend trip out there to try some delicious food, experience quirky art and spot oddly dress people that I SWORE were members of Arcade Fire. Here are thirteen photos from Marfa, where everything is art – even a dog walking around in a bar…maybe.

Donald Judd Concrete Art Chinati Foundation

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Photos taken with the Samsung NX30 Smart Camera.

Thirteen Photos from Honduras

Mike Sharrow, Josh Salmons and Nan Palmero traveled to Honduras on a mission trip to IMC and visited Orphanage Emmanuel. Photos were taken with the Samsung NX300 Smart Camera.

In March 2014, @mikesharrow, @salemonz and I traveled to Honduras on a mission trip. We worked with Moises Chino Murillo and his church, IMC to help them develop new leaders in their church. We shared creative communication strategies in presentation, shared with them a framework in growing young leaders and I gave the sermon, in Español on Sunday. It was an incredible journey of growth for all of us, in a dangerous and wonderful place. Here are thirteen photos from the adventure.

School Bus at Internacional Mision De Cristo

Santos' Barber Shop in Colonia El Pedregal Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Tegucigalpa, Honduras Long Exposure from Humuya Inn

Tortilla Maker in Colonia El Pedregal Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Mountain Lookout in Parque Naciones Unidas El Picacho

Jesus Christ Statue in Parque Naciones Unidas El Picacho

Mike and Josh on a Swing at a Pulperia Outside Guiamaca, Honduras

Sunset in Tegucigalpa, Honduras at Cafemania

Nan Reading the Book of Complaints at the Dentist University

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Photos were taken with the Samsung NX300 Smart Camera.

Thirteen Photos from SXSW 2014

Photos of SXSW 2014 in Downtown Austin, Texas by Nan Palmero photographed with the Samsung NX30 Smart Camera.

The annual SXSW Festival in Downtown Austin, Texas always brings a gazillion people who want to mix, learn, drink, eat and party together from all parts of the world. These were my first photos with the new Samsung NX30 Smart Camera!

Flowers in Jars with Rain at the SXSW Chevy Tweethouse

Nan Wearing Oculus Rift at the Samsung Blogger Lounge

Roi Koi Wearing an LED Helmet at Fogo De Chao Entrepreneur's Lounge Party

Applauze Party Sign Hell X Hell Yeah SXSW Poster

Ben, Deya and Nan at the SXSW Samsung Galaxy Experience

Jesus Saves Street Prophet on 6th Street SXSW

Allison+Partners Dominique Ansel Cronut and Chocolate Chip Cookie Milk Shots SXSW

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Thirteen Photos from South Congress Austin

Photography of South Congress in Austin, Texas photographed by Nan Palmero using a Samsung Galaxy NX Android camera.

One of the exciting parts of having a girlfriend who loves to shoot photos is the frequent “yes” to the invitation to go on a photowalk. Of course, a tasty drink and a bite at a fun restaurant is in order as well. Here are thirteen photos of quirky South Congress in Austin, Texas.

Leather Chair with Red Legs at Hotel San Jose

Deya in a Hammock at Hotel Saint Cecilia

Skeleton with an Umbrella Street Art on South Congress Austin

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All photos shot on the Samsung Galaxy NX, the first camera to have Android and interchangeable lenses (referral link).