Daily Photo Tour - The Horseshoe Lighting Revue

As we were waiting for the next show to begin, we made our way around the Golden Horseshoe to explore different angles and details. One of the things I love in there is all ornate lighting. This chandelier in particular caught my eye as it served as the perfect foreground to the grand stage.

Daily Photo Tour - Resting in Frontierland

Oh to rest. To sit upon a bench in Disneyland. To sit in the sun and just relax. I'd love to just sit without any tax. With the bright dancing rays upon my face, oh how I long for such a place. A place to just sit on a bench and rest. It is without a doubt the very best. To take an entire day off and just sit on that bench, I would do it in an instant without regret. I'd buy a large soda and a sweet tasty churro, and reminisce for a while about how Walt Disney's my hero. I'd sit for so long that my butt might get quite sick, but I know I'd make it through both Fantasmics. I'd sit on a bench but not a fence. I'd sit on a bench but not a wrench. If Tony Baxter walked by I would not arise, If John Lasseter were to pass I would not even gasp. But If Mickey Mouse strolled by I'd have a fit, I would quickly shout out, "Go ahead please sit!" I'd talk for a while about how my life has changed, how in just three years it's been rearranged. I'd tell a story of adventure that's been nothing but joy, and he'd probably exclaim a famous, "Oh boy!" You see it's moments like these that are at most perfection, the times to sit in quiet reflection. To think of the past, and how far you've come, to dream about the possibilities and then some. See, a bench is not just a bench although it may seem, it's really a spot to think and dream. To re-imagine your life on the great grand scheme, to really believe you can accomplish anything. All you need to pursue your own dreams is courage and hope. Oh! And one last catch, a Disneyland bench.

Daily Photo Tour - The Golden Horseshoe Stage

I love popping in to catch a show at The Golden Horseshoe. When I was a little younger I wondered what fun it could be compared to all the other attractions. I had no idea what fun I was missing. All it took was a singing violin and a hillbilly grin and I was hooked.

Daily Photo Tour - Finding Gold on the Frontier

There is always something new to be discovered at the Disneyland Resort. Although these beautifully etched glass windows that serve as the entrance for the Golden Horseshoe are one of the more obvious finds, I had never thought to capture the wonderful detail they offer . On this evening the golden light glowing from behind the glass made it impossible to ignore. Luckily traffic in and out of the Golden Horseshoe halted just long enough for me to finally grab a well deserved photo of yet another incredible detail.

Daily Photo Tour - The Garland Gilded Horseshoe

Christmas may be over but the holidays are holding on at Disneyland. This year the season lasts until January 8th, which is perfect if you're like me and want Christmas to last just a little bit longer. The Golden Horseshoe is always a favorite spot and the garland that gilds it in holiday style is extravagant. It will have you singing Christmas carols on the frontier in no time.

Daily Photo Tour - Golden Tidings

One of the places that glitters with gold any time of the year is The Golden Horseshoe. It's the crown jewel of Frontierland and at Christmas time that gold is built on with garland of green and ribbon of red. As if that weren't enough, the setting sun makes the whole thing glow like a Christmas light. It's a different sort of feeling from the rest of the Park's Christmas decorations and I love that about Disneyland. I love that you can have so many different, meaningful holiday experiences all wrapped up in one big ball of Christmas magic. Without a doubt though, The Golden Horseshoe is one of my favorites.

Daily Photo Tour - Sunset Saloon

This past Sunday met us with clear blue skies and beautiful weather at Disneyland. As beautiful as it was we were mildly disappointed with the lack of clouds. We spent the day meeting amazing Cast Members, taking pictures and spending time with family. It was a truly magical day. With the early start we had, we were considering leaving right before sunset, but as we decided to tough it out the clouds greeted us to provide the perfect close to our magical day. We hustled around Main Street and Frontierland to get as many shots as we could before the light was gone. This one was my favorite of the bunch, with the amazing pink clouds and, of course, the classic Golden Horseshoe providing the perfect foreground with it's sparkling new exterior.

Daily Photo Tour - The Stage is Set

The Golden Horseshoe has been the stage for some of the most talented folks around and dates back to Disneyland's opening. According to Disneyland's web page for The Golden Horseshoe, Walt kept a private box upstairs to the left of the stage to watch the show. It's a wonderful place to escape to and catch a show that will get you hootin' and hollerin'.

Daily Photo Tour - It Came Upon a Midnight Storm

Rainy weather has a way of clearing out the crowds at Disneyland, even at Christmas time. Outside of fumbling with an umbrella to keep the camera and tripod safe, it makes for one of the best times to take pictures. No one bumps your equipment or walks in your shot. Light glistens off the wet ground. You may even get some interesting reflections before a cast member sweeps away the puddles. The Golden Horseshoe is always beautiful to look at and always dependable for a great show inside, but it almost seemed to ask to have its picture taken on this night.