Photo Fun at Disney California Adventure and #DisneySMMoms

Professional photographer Tracey Clark (and first born Disney Sister) is always saying, it's not about how fancy the camera you are using is, it's about learning how to get the best results with what you've got. AMEN Sister! We don't know about you, but it we've always got our iPhones in our hands (or back pockets) at the Disney Parks ready to shoot at moments notice. Doesn't everybody?

We're celebrating the Disney Social Media On The Road Events this summer and sharing some of our favorite photos taken at Disney California Adventure. Since the update of Buena Vista Street and Cars Land this park creates one heck of a backdrop to shoot amazing images. Like SERIOUS Magic, don't you agree?

The Iconic Shot

When you think of Disney California Adventure Park the attraction that comes to mind is the iconic Mickey's Fun Wheel. It's big, bright, and has that loveable mouse face on it. Add in the reflection in the water and you've got one magical shot. Say cheese! (See what we did there?)

On A Ride

Redwood Creek Challenge Trail is the perfect attraction for all ages. Take in glorious wilderness sights and embark on exciting adventures along the pathway to capture great photos of your family. Although you may have to look up (way up) to find them!

Sweet Treat

Nothing could be sweeter than enjoying a sweet treat at any of the Disney Parks. No matter what delicious snack you choose, (Churro!) (Dole Whip!) we bet it will be easier to capture more smiles from the family. Cruising down Buena Vista Street with a lollipop in hand - Life is GOOD!

Timeless

The beauty about shooting black and white at the Parks is the vintage feel that it creates. This shot looks like it could have been taken 50 years ago, but actually it was taken on our last trip to Disney California Adventure. You'd also never known that it wasn't shot on film, instead it with an iPhone edited in Instagram. The best part is that you can shoot in color and edit your photos into black and white later.

Night Shots

Sure you can get your kicks at Route 66 during the day, but at night this park lights up with style! Cars Land is a visual wonderland, to take in while the neon signs glow and the vivid colors light up the night sky. It's incredible to see in person and is stunning to photograph.

To see more awesome Disney images & get a few tips, make sure to check out

Photo Fun at Disneyland.

GIVEAWAY! 

You could win a copy of Tracey's book, Elevate the Everyday, click HERE for your chance to win.

She will be sharing her passion for photography at the Disney Social Media Moms On the Road Celebration in Phoenix later this month. (YAY!) We'll all be there in Arizona together! All for one, and one for all. Plus we couldn't miss out on Disney Magic!

Will we see you there? Leave a comment letting us know! HOLLA!

RunDisney and New Balance Host Fun Run for Attendees at #DisneySMMoms

Extra! Extra!
Read all about it!

Disney Sisters ran their first runDisney event at Disney Social Media Moms Celebration
and did so well they landed right on the cover of ESPN Magazine!

Ok well maybe not, (we actually were pretty close to last place) but at least the first part is true.
You guys - We ran our first runDisney race!

Now for some of you, this may sound like not a very major accomplishment. (It was only 2 miles - not quite a full marathon. Heh.) But for us, it might have well been a 25 mile run. It was THAT big of a deal to us! Let's start by saying, we are NOT runners. The name of fun run didn't quite make sense to us because, we thought what could possibly be fun about running? LOL.

We have a Disney bucket list of all things. (Most Disney fans do.) With the popularity of runDisney growing with every race, we have added a runDisney race to that list. To be able to cross off anything from your bucket list feels very gratifying! So when the opportunity arose to participate in the fun run while at #DisneySMMoms we hesitated, then we held our breath and signed up. (And doubted ourselves all along the way.) There were friends along the way that made it easier, like the private Facebook group for the participants. (Thanks to Kuleen of The Disney Kids.com!) What a wonderful support system! Also before the start of the race, New Balance was on hand helping us to prepare by teaching us proper running form/techniques.

But even still pushing ourselves to do something so out of our comfort zone was scary. Right after we signed up, we started training and preparing for the run. Working hard to get in better shape made crossing the finish line that much more rewarding. (Not to mention the large amount of other runners, friends and family cheering us on at the finish line in a closed to the public Cars Land.) Whoa! We still can't believe WE DID IT!!! Our families were proud of us, but even more important - we were proud of ourselves! This was such an incredible experience, we cannot put into words the magic that we felt. It was definitely the highlight of the conference.

For those of you who question if you should do a runDisney race. We have compiled a little video that we think may answer that question for you. (FYI - the correct answer is YES!!!)

Want to see what's it's like to run through the Disneyland Resort before the Parks open in a runDisney Race? This magical video will take you from the starting line at Downtown Disney into Disneyland Park and finally through Disney California Adventure to get to the finish line in Cars Land! Watch this once in a lifetime experience from our perspective (sorry it's shaky - we were jogging) as part of the 2014 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration! 

For more information or to sign up for your next runDisney Race: 

You can follow runDisney on Facebook, Twitter and Youtube! 

See ya at the finish line!!!

Full Disclosure: We were invited to the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. The Disneyland Resort offered a discounted rate for all attendees and their families. This is a once in a lifetime experience and we are grateful to Disney for allowing us to participate. We'll be sharing unique things seen and heard throughout the Celebration. Please keep in mind these our own personal thoughts and opinions, not those of the Walt Disney Company.

Santa Interview at Disneyland Resort (Video) #DisneyHolidays

Ho Ho Ho! 

What a thrill it was for us to get the opportunity to chat with Santa Claus! We sat down with Kris Kringle and asked him some questions, he sure was jolly! Seriously we were star struck. He told us all of the places that he can be seen at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure during the holidays. He also let us in on a little secret - his favorite gift that he ever received! Watch this video for more holiday fun!

Check out this list all of the places to see Santa at the Disneyland Resort this year!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from our family to yours!

Disclosure: We were invited to a Media Preview at the Disneyland Resort to experience all things #DisneyHolidays. Special thanks to Santa, the camera crew at Disneyland Resort, and the PR Team who made this holiday magic happen!

Disney December to Remember: Wonderland

Wonderland

The wonder of the season can always be seen through a child's eyes. But this time of year, we can feel the magic in the air even as adults. The sights and sounds all around us are creating a holiday masterpiece just for you. Can you feel the magic? It's a Small World Holiday makes for a real life Wonderland, don't you think?

We're so glad that you've decided to join us on our magical photographic journey 

Disney Sisters: December to Remember

For the entire month of December we are sharing photos of Disney Holiday Magic. 

Disney Sisters welcome you to celebrate the season with us! All you need to do is post your photo at your creative outlet of choice (your Blog, Flickr, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr) and add your url to the linky below.

Grab our button and please use the hashtag #DisneySisters

Help spread the holiday cheer.

*We encourage Disney themed shots but welcome all images that express holiday magic and what it means to you.

December to Remember: Reflection

Reflection

A few things are happening in this photo, at first glance you see a Hidden Mickey made out of ornaments set in a tree at DCA. But if you take a closer look you can see the reflection of Jessica and our Grandma on her very first trip to Disney California Adventure Park. This is a special memory for us and it's really nice to be able to look back and reflect.

We're so glad that you've decided to join us on our magical photographic journey 

Disney Sisters: December to Remember

For the entire month of December we are sharing photos of Disney Holiday Magic. 

Disney Sisters welcome you to celebrate the season with us! All you need to do is post your photo at your creative outlet of choice (your Blog, Flickr, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr) and add your url to the linky below.

Grab our button and please use the hashtag #DisneySisters

Help spread the holiday cheer.

*We encourage Disney themed shots but welcome all images that express holiday magic and what it means to you.

Cars Land Insider's Guide with Disney twenty three Magazine

Here's a peek at what Becky's desk looks like this week...

We're still on a Cars Land high around here.
We have only visited once since the rededication of Disney California Adventure Park on June 15th and we can't wait to go back. In addition to the new attractions and food offerings in Cars Land itself, there's just as much to explore on Buena Vista Street! There are all new shops and stores each with their own themes and treasures for sale. Buena Vista Street recreates a 1920s and '30 version of Los Angeles that creates a similar small town feeling you get from Disneyland's Main Street. A replica of the Carthay Circle Theatre is located at the end of Buena Vista Street and is home to the Carthay Circle Restaurant and Lounge. And have you heard about 1901? 1901 is an exclusive area secretly housed inside the restaurant open only to members of Disneyland's Club 33.
Disney Sister Trivia Question: 
Why the name 1901?
1901 honors the year Walt Disney was born.

A quick stop at Carthay Circle to capture our family celebrating our first visit since the park's expansion. This photo was taken by a Disney PhotoPass Cast Member. These nice people are photographers trained in getting just the right shot of your family with the perfect Disney backdrop. More from us on this awesome service coming soon here on the blog.
Finally, a way that we can all be in our family pictures!

We haven't even scratched the surface of all that's new about Cars Land and Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure Park. Luckily, the newest issue of Disney twenty-three magazine has arrived and it features "The Ultimate Insider's Manual To Cars Land".

The Fall 2012 edition has a insider's guide to all things new at Disney California Adventure. The photos in this high quality magazine are truly the next best thing to being there. A huge congratulations goes to our friend Jeffrey Epstein for publishing such fantastic coverage, in fact it's the best we've seen! Welcome to California, is a glorious 8 page spread written by Jeffrey. We especially love his reference to Disney California Adventure as Disneyland's sister theme park. Everyone knows how very fond we are of sisters around here!!! 

So, how do you get this magazine you ask? 
Become a member of D23 and get a subscription
or
Buy it at Barnes & Noble in the magazine section (other bookstore probably carry it as well)

Want another reason to join the world's only
 Official Disney Fan Club D23? 

D23 members always receive discounts and special D23 pricing on EXPO tickets, along with early admission to the expo show floor and will be able to purchase 2013 EXPO tickets at 2011 prices through Dec. 31, 2012

Time Capsule Buried at Disney California Adventure Park

Did you know there is a Time Capsule buried at Disney California Adventure Park in the middle of Buena Vista Street?

A time capsule containing specific items to the park was buried in the middle of Buena Vista Plaza by Walt Disney Imagineers. This was a very special occasion during the construction of the newly redone Disney California Adventure Park. Another special occasion will be on June 15, 2037 when cast members open it. Are you planning on attending the momentous event?

Disney California Adventure

Rededication Time Capsule

June 15, 2012

May the hopes by the collection contained within the time capsule beneath this marker inspire a future generation of dreamers when it is unsealed a quarter of a century from now 

on June 15, 2037

Have you seen it yet? 

If not, make sure to look for it next time you visit DCA.

Hint: Make sure to look close to the entrance.

Shutter Sisters Elevate Cameras: SSElevate

Today's prompt of Shutter Sisters Elevate The Everyday in August is

CAMERAS! 

Read all about how we're playing along Disney Sister Style!

We saw these Cameras, exiting the Tower of Terror attraction at Disney California Adventure and we fell in love with them. Being photography geeks anything having to do with cameras, film, etc is super cool to us.

Notice the Hidden Mickeys?

Cars Land "Opening Day" Video -Disney California Adventure Park-

Cars Land Opens Today!
At Disney California Adventure Park

We hope you liked cruising with us! 
 Instagram Photo Album 
Countdown To Cars Land
First Look at Cars Land
 Sofia Grace and Rosie check out Cars Land

Pit Crew Press: Jessica and Becky

Countdown To Cars Land: Photos From D23 Expo

Racing down the road to Cars Land

Radiator Springs Racers Cars

Lightning McQueen

Ramone's House Of Body Art

Cars Land Opens June 15th, 2012

Disney California Adventure Park

Radiator Springs Fire Truck

Pit Crew Press: Jessica and Becky

We hope you enjoy crusing along our Countdown To Cars Land!

Countdown to Cars Land: An Instagram Photo Album

We've been sharing a lot of our excitement for Cars Land over on Instagram and we are so happy most of you have joined us there, if you haven't yet we are @disneysisters.

For those of you that don't have an iPhone or aren't on Instragram we would love to share with you a photo album of our latest pictures as we our continue our
  Cars Land Preview at California Adventure Park.

Lightning McQueen Cars Land

Blue Sky Cellar in California Adventure Park

Radiator Springs Racers Costumes

 Flo and the Motorama Girls

Cars Land Radiator Springs Racers T-Shirt

Cars Land Mater's Junkyard Jamboree T-Shirt

 Cars Land Radiator Springs Racers Model Car

Pit Crew Press: Jessica and Becky

We hope you like cruising along as we Countdown To Cars Land!

P.S. If you have an iPhone check this out....we gave the Olloclip Gone Disney: A Magical Review!

Countdown to Cars Land: First Look

Here's our first look at Cars Land. 
The grand opening of Cars Land, Radiator Springs at Disney California Adventure park is just over a month away and according to our friendly Cast Member this was the first time he had seen the florescent lights turned on.
This was our view from the Blue Sky Cellar.

Cars Land Opens June 15, 2012

Keep checking back as we keep our engines revin' and ready 

to bring you all the Cars Land news with our new weekly series 

"Pit Crew Press Updates"

For more Cars Land news check out the Disney Parks Blog

Full Disclosure: We were invited to the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. Walt Disney World offered a special discounted rate for all attendees and their families. This is a once in a lifetime experience and we are grateful to Disney for allowing us to participate. We'll be sharing unique things seen and heard throughout the Celebration. Please keep in mind these our own personal thoughts and opinions, not those of the Walt Disney Company.

Walt Disney Studios Presents Wordless Wednesday

 Walt Disney Studios Presents. . . 

W O R D L E S S   W E D N E S D A Y

MICKEY MOUSE

The Nation's Newest Cartoon Star

MINNIE MOUSE

Quite, Petite And Sweetly Demure

PLUTO

Faithful Hound And Best Friend

GOOFY

Sincere, Good-Natured And Loveably Bumbling

DONALD DUCK

Impatient, Irascible And Hard To Understand

These signs are located in Disney California Adventure and can currently be seen where Carthay Circle Theatre is being built. Don't you just love the personality they add to the construction walls? We sure can't wait until the big Buena Vista Street reveal on June 15th. But we will probably miss these guys when they're gone.

Which is your favorite classic character? Leave a comment. We'd love to know!

Happy Wordless Wednesday!

Inside Flynn's Arcade at Disney California Adventure

Here's your inside look of Flynn's Arcade at Disney California Adventure. It's been one of the star attractions of ElecTRONica at the Disneyland Resort since 2012, and one of our personal favorites!

Since this is the last weekend to get inside the Grid (closes April 15th) we wanted to post some photos of what games are featured, by showing what is on the walls. All of the classics including Pac-man, Centipede, Galaxian, Tron, Asteroids, Donkey Kong, Galaga, Pole Position (Becky's favorite) and many more. Don't miss your last chance to be instantly transported back into the 80s, by entering Flynn's Arcade.