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Paul.K
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p.1 #1 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

Went to downtown to Pittsburgh today to try out a new lens. Let me know what you think. C&C welcome.

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Notice the word "Who?" on the wall and the sleeping man in the sheets.
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These are more about subject than image quality--don't worry about the grain.
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Mar 11, 2010 at 03:53 AM

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p.1 #2 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

The last 4 really do it for me. I think the grain in the last 3 adds something to the photos, seems to go towards making the subjects seem less real/visible, mirroring their situation in life. 1, 3 and 4 are also good, but 2 doesn't do it for me, sorry. Lovely captures.

Mar 11, 2010 at 06:58 AM

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p.1 #3 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

Thank you for commenting; I appreciate your perspective, Griffo.

Mar 12, 2010 at 05:15 AM

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p.1 #4 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

I enjoyed your series, Paul; I love the chance to see people's street photos. I especially liked 1 and 2, and the images of the homeless are pretty poignant.

Mar 13, 2010 at 04:48 PM

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p.1 #5 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

Nice series. I agree that the grain in the last few really add to the gritty feeling, and I think it's very well done.

Mar 13, 2010 at 09:53 PM

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p.1 #6 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

Thanks Gonzaga and PixNW. I appreciate the comments and I am glad you like them.

Mar 14, 2010 at 02:32 AM

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p.1 #7 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

1 and 4 were my picks! 1 has absolutely fantastic composition! top stuff

what new lens were you trying out, out of interest? happy with it?

Mar 14, 2010 at 08:02 AM

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p.1 #8 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

This is How U.S look like... poor/sympathetic (or pathetic) not sure which word i would choose.
thanks for these photos

Mar 14, 2010 at 08:17 AM

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p.1 #9 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

Lovely pics with a 17-55mm f2.8, I presume....

x1 on the composition

Mar 14, 2010 at 08:43 AM

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p.1 #10 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

Thanks big bird, I really liked four a lot so I am glad you picked it.

The lens is as Phil presumed, the Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8. I am very happy with it but it's not a great solo portrait length (55mm is too short) but it does great work for other things.

Glad you liked them vuilang.

Thanks guys.

Mar 15, 2010 at 12:51 AM

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p.1 #11 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

Paul.K: I like the b&w processing in Nos. 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6. It has a modern yet somehow a traditional look to the tonality. Your process controls the highlights well. Could you please share info about your conversion process and software?

Mar 15, 2010 at 01:06 AM

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p.1 #12 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

I shoot RAW and convert in Camera Raw. I convert to grayscale and adjust the color mixer to get the right look. I boost contrast and clarity A LOT and then adjust the brightness or exposure sliders with an eye on the histogram.

Mar 15, 2010 at 02:48 AM

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p.1 #13 · Pittsburgh Street Photography

Paul.K: Thanks for info re your b&w conversion.

Mar 15, 2010 at 03:14 AM

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