Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
p.1087 #1Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Gary, Charlie, Ron...Thanks guys! I did venture out last night after reading Gary's post. It all went really well, and my camera looked just like Ron out and about. The only real problem I had is the photographer, I just suck at taking good pics still. I want to capture a moment, an emotion, a feeling...not just 'document' events. Making this jump has been disappointing to say the least. Plus, hanging around here, you all are just SO good that I can't help at times to 'compare and despair' lol On the other hand, it's all very inspiring to me to want to improve.
Anyway, here's a shot from my 5D and 24-105L if you all don't mind. I'm still working to fund an M?...still haven't sold my 28mmR PC lens yet and my 90 is still being CLA'd. Moving at a snails pace...argh.
Edit f4, 35mm, iso 1600
Anyway, here's a shot from my 5D and 24-105L if you all don't mind. I'm still working to fund an M?...still haven't sold my 28mmR PC lens yet and my 90 is still being CLA'd. Moving at a snails pace...argh.
Edit f4, 35mm, iso 1600
Feb 02, 2015 at 10:14 AM
p.1087 #2Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Thank you for the nice comments Charlie and Ryan!
Charlie, very nice poodles shots, and your friend looks very fierce
Ryan, beautiful Fuji scenery. What an awesome place to live in! If you come to Bangkok do let me know. If your time and mine allows we could plan a photo outing or at least just meet up for coffee
Charlie, very nice poodles shots, and your friend looks very fierce
Ryan, beautiful Fuji scenery. What an awesome place to live in! If you come to Bangkok do let me know. If your time and mine allows we could plan a photo outing or at least just meet up for coffee
Feb 02, 2015 at 11:33 AM
p.1087 #3Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Few more shots with the ZM 25:
M240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on Flickr
M240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on Flickr
M240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on Flickr
M240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on Flickr
M240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on FlickrM240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on FlickrM240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on FlickrM240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on FlickrFeb 02, 2015 at 12:16 PM
p.1087 #4Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
great works, Edward, Allen, Joakim, Mitch, Ryan, Charlie
Feb 02, 2015 at 01:21 PM
p.1087 #5Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
chrislee wrote:
Gary, Charlie, Ron...Thanks guys! I did venture out last night after reading Gary's post. It all went really well, and my camera looked just like Ron out and about. The only real problem I had is the photographer, I just suck at taking good pics still. I want to capture a moment, an emotion, a feeling...not just 'document' events. Making this jump has been disappointing to say the least. Plus, hanging around here, you all are just SO good that I can't help at times to 'compare and despair' lol On the other hand, it's all very inspiring to me...Show more →
Chris I echo what the others said my Monochrome has performed very well in snow/rain/cold/high winds or windchill and cold temperatures. The only thing I maintain is if it is snowing or raining I decide in advance which lens I will use and it must have a hood. I did onetime have an issue on a cold day the shutter was very sluggish after a few shots and was grinding trying to finish. It was -15C. Never happened since and like Gary I have been shooting in temperatures upwards of -40s with windchill and no issues.
Snails pace is okay it took me almost a year to step into a Leica and I have never regretted it. Though unlike some I still do a lot of dSlr shooting but the Leica get's it's full share of use. I have been tempted to add an M240 but with the rumoured next Monochrom I think I will hold off.
Gary, Charlie, Ron...Thanks guys! I did venture out last night after reading Gary's post. It all went really well, and my camera looked just like Ron out and about. The only real problem I had is the photographer, I just suck at taking good pics still. I want to capture a moment, an emotion, a feeling...not just 'document' events. Making this jump has been disappointing to say the least. Plus, hanging around here, you all are just SO good that I can't help at times to 'compare and despair' lol On the other hand, it's all very inspiring to me...Show more →
Chris I echo what the others said my Monochrome has performed very well in snow/rain/cold/high winds or windchill and cold temperatures. The only thing I maintain is if it is snowing or raining I decide in advance which lens I will use and it must have a hood. I did onetime have an issue on a cold day the shutter was very sluggish after a few shots and was grinding trying to finish. It was -15C. Never happened since and like Gary I have been shooting in temperatures upwards of -40s with windchill and no issues.
Snails pace is okay it took me almost a year to step into a Leica and I have never regretted it. Though unlike some I still do a lot of dSlr shooting but the Leica get's it's full share of use. I have been tempted to add an M240 but with the rumoured next Monochrom I think I will hold off.
Feb 02, 2015 at 01:41 PM
p.1087 #6Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
chrislee - Shoot more, it's the only way!
Feb 02, 2015 at 01:43 PM
p.1087 #7Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Did my first street photography workshop over this past weekend. Part of the Leica Akademie, run by Matt Stuart and Blake Andrews. They are first rate teachers and photographers, all the way.
First three pics were M240+50 Lux. Last pic is M240+Summicron-APO 75 (lens loaned courtesy of the Leica Store LA)
First three pics were M240+50 Lux. Last pic is M240+Summicron-APO 75 (lens loaned courtesy of the Leica Store LA)
Feb 02, 2015 at 04:34 PM
p.1087 #8Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
The man in the picture is not glaring at the camera or at me but looking at a friend behind me on my right side with whom he is having a conversation. The beat up pickup truck, which is being used as for storing a variety of junk, has been in this position since I first walked by this site some eight years ago.
For anyone visiting Bangkok, this site is on a walking route that starts at the River City antique mall and winds its way through to Yawarat (China Town). There are many side lanes with old Chinese houses and markets — a lot of street life. At this particular site there are several dealers with junked auto engine and transmission parts that are stored on the street — a few pictures of these will follow in the next few days.
M-Monochrom | DR Summicron-50 | ISO 320 | f/5.6 | 1/250 sec
Bangkok
For anyone visiting Bangkok, this site is on a walking route that starts at the River City antique mall and winds its way through to Yawarat (China Town). There are many side lanes with old Chinese houses and markets — a lot of street life. At this particular site there are several dealers with junked auto engine and transmission parts that are stored on the street — a few pictures of these will follow in the next few days.
M-Monochrom | DR Summicron-50 | ISO 320 | f/5.6 | 1/250 sec
Bangkok
Feb 02, 2015 at 05:08 PM
p.1087 #9Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
chrislee wrote:
Gary, Charlie, Ron...Thanks guys! I did venture out last night after reading Gary's post. It all went really well, and my camera looked just like Ron out and about. The only real problem I had is the photographer, I just suck at taking good pics still. I want to capture a moment, an emotion, a feeling...not just 'document' events. Making this jump has been disappointing to say the least. Plus, hanging around here, you all are just SO good that I can't help at times to 'compare and despair' lol On the other hand, it's all very inspiring to me...Show more →
Chris - I agree with Adam. Just go out and shoot. Do the best you can. Don't worry about living up to someone else's standard.
I think we got the same blizzard as you last night. Spent about an hour or so shoveling out then went for a really long walk. The weather cleared up but it stayed really cold. After about 6 hours or so I went through all three of my batteries, each down to about 30-40% and had a couple instances where the EVF was acting really strange - very dark image, LV buttons not responding. Had to 'reboot' the camera to fix it. For some reason I was shooting a lot today with the EVF. A lot of snow drifts, etc., just seemed easier to visualize the composition and I'm still feeling my way with the 90AA's focus, though it seems better after a trip to Leica. Otherwise the camera seemed OK. BTW, I disable power off/sleep out of habit, so it probably drained the batteries a bit faster than normal. Hope to get around to posting some actual images eventually...
Mitch - interesting to see these scenes as well as those from Edward. Love the tonality and the content.
Edward - great mood, light and colour!
Joshua - looks good, really like the expression in the last one.
Gary, Charlie, Ron...Thanks guys! I did venture out last night after reading Gary's post. It all went really well, and my camera looked just like Ron out and about. The only real problem I had is the photographer, I just suck at taking good pics still. I want to capture a moment, an emotion, a feeling...not just 'document' events. Making this jump has been disappointing to say the least. Plus, hanging around here, you all are just SO good that I can't help at times to 'compare and despair' lol On the other hand, it's all very inspiring to me...Show more →
Chris - I agree with Adam. Just go out and shoot. Do the best you can. Don't worry about living up to someone else's standard.
I think we got the same blizzard as you last night. Spent about an hour or so shoveling out then went for a really long walk. The weather cleared up but it stayed really cold. After about 6 hours or so I went through all three of my batteries, each down to about 30-40% and had a couple instances where the EVF was acting really strange - very dark image, LV buttons not responding. Had to 'reboot' the camera to fix it. For some reason I was shooting a lot today with the EVF. A lot of snow drifts, etc., just seemed easier to visualize the composition and I'm still feeling my way with the 90AA's focus, though it seems better after a trip to Leica. Otherwise the camera seemed OK. BTW, I disable power off/sleep out of habit, so it probably drained the batteries a bit faster than normal. Hope to get around to posting some actual images eventually...
Mitch - interesting to see these scenes as well as those from Edward. Love the tonality and the content.
Edward - great mood, light and colour!
Joshua - looks good, really like the expression in the last one.
Feb 02, 2015 at 06:37 PM
p.1087 #10Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Very nice Joshua, and Mitch, I love that shot in so many ways.
Ron, you're a beast! An hr shoveling and then 6 hrs outside? We had 2-3ft of snow and I've got snow past my knees along the fence, and I'm 6' I spent my 'shoveling time' of 2 hrs shoveling a path and dog duty area, my puppy was getting lost and my older shepherd wasn't too happy either. Tomorrow after work, shovel out the car and hope the plow has come by now. Cars getting stuck all over the place. What a storm. I look forward to seeing you images.
burningheart wrote:
Chris I echo what the others said my Monochrome has performed very well in snow/rain/cold/high winds or windchill and cold temperatures. The only thing I maintain is if it is snowing or raining I decide in advance which lens I will use and it must have a hood. I did onetime have an issue on a cold day the shutter was very sluggish after a few shots and was grinding trying to finish. It was -15C. Never happened since and like Gary I have been shooting in temperatures upwards of -40s with windchill and no issues.
Snails pace is okay...Show more →
Thanks for sharing your winter usage, Burningheart, I like to hear it all
I will get there no doubt, glad to hear I'm not the only one skimping to buy one. Been doing this though since my teens when I saved to buy a used Canon F-1, prob. the best slr I used. I wish now I had saved a bit more then...ah, hind site. Good luck getting a new Monochrom, I'd be excited as heck
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adamdewilde wrote:
chrislee - Shoot more, it's the only way!
I hear that Adam! And Thanks. This is the first time for us to live "in the city", priorly we lived in only suburban houses. So I'm working on being less shy shooting people, 'easy' downtown with tons of people, around my area, houses/condo's with far less people, not 'easy' In fact, it's very hard to get close to people - darn anxiety- which is also quite funny/ironic given that I was a psychiatrist lol But, it is easier for me to shoot around here at night time, after people have been drinking to/from the nearby bars hehe Alcohol helps both the subject and this photographer admittingly lol Anyway, I no have a great excuse to buy a lens faster than f4
Ron, you're a beast! An hr shoveling and then 6 hrs outside? We had 2-3ft of snow and I've got snow past my knees along the fence, and I'm 6' I spent my 'shoveling time' of 2 hrs shoveling a path and dog duty area, my puppy was getting lost and my older shepherd wasn't too happy either. Tomorrow after work, shovel out the car and hope the plow has come by now. Cars getting stuck all over the place. What a storm. I look forward to seeing you images.
burningheart wrote:
Chris I echo what the others said my Monochrome has performed very well in snow/rain/cold/high winds or windchill and cold temperatures. The only thing I maintain is if it is snowing or raining I decide in advance which lens I will use and it must have a hood. I did onetime have an issue on a cold day the shutter was very sluggish after a few shots and was grinding trying to finish. It was -15C. Never happened since and like Gary I have been shooting in temperatures upwards of -40s with windchill and no issues.
Snails pace is okay...Show more →
Thanks for sharing your winter usage, Burningheart, I like to hear it all
I will get there no doubt, glad to hear I'm not the only one skimping to buy one. Been doing this though since my teens when I saved to buy a used Canon F-1, prob. the best slr I used. I wish now I had saved a bit more then...ah, hind site. Good luck getting a new Monochrom, I'd be excited as heck ---------------------------------------------
adamdewilde wrote:
chrislee - Shoot more, it's the only way!
I hear that Adam! And Thanks. This is the first time for us to live "in the city", priorly we lived in only suburban houses. So I'm working on being less shy shooting people, 'easy' downtown with tons of people, around my area, houses/condo's with far less people, not 'easy'
In fact, it's very hard to get close to people - darn anxiety- which is also quite funny/ironic given that I was a psychiatrist lol But, it is easier for me to shoot around here at night time, after people have been drinking to/from the nearby bars hehe Alcohol helps both the subject and this photographer admittingly lol Anyway, I no have a great excuse to buy a lens faster than f4 Feb 02, 2015 at 06:46 PM
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p.1087 #11Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Thank you zhangyue and Ron for the comments and everyone for the likes. Much obliged.
Great stuff Mitch and Joshua.
Continuing the biogon 25 series with some strong men shots:
M240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on Flickr
M240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on Flickr
M240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on Flickr
Great stuff Mitch and Joshua.
Continuing the biogon 25 series with some strong men shots:
M240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on FlickrM240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on FlickrM240 ZM 25/2.8 by edward karaa, on FlickrFeb 02, 2015 at 09:59 PM
p.1087 #12Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Chris, my advice is to talk to people. Once the ice is broken it's easier to ask for a photo. Shooting without permission is only possible in areas where photographers are commonly present so people tend to be more tolerant.
In my above set, the first shot was after striking a conversation, the following two without permission but I was hanging around long enough taking photos so the guys didn't mind and were actually amused. One of them even asked me why I took photos of his friends but not of him. He felt neglected
Edited on Feb 02, 2015 at 10:15 PM · View previous versions
In my above set, the first shot was after striking a conversation, the following two without permission but I was hanging around long enough taking photos so the guys didn't mind and were actually amused. One of them even asked me why I took photos of his friends but not of him. He felt neglected
Edited on Feb 02, 2015 at 10:15 PM · View previous versions
Feb 02, 2015 at 10:08 PM
p.1087 #13Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Edward - I like these and am glad to see the engagement with the subjects. Also, my feeling is that the wider 25mm focal length is giving you more DOF, which is usually preferable for this type of subject — but not always, there are no rules.
BTW, generally I don't like to ask for permission or start speaking before I make a picture because it affects the behavior of the subject and changes the whole dynamic — i.e., the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle. But, sometimes I do, particularly when making a street portrait after a long conversation.
Edited on Feb 03, 2015 at 01:49 AM · View previous versions
BTW, generally I don't like to ask for permission or start speaking before I make a picture because it affects the behavior of the subject and changes the whole dynamic — i.e., the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle. But, sometimes I do, particularly when making a street portrait after a long conversation.
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Feb 02, 2015 at 10:11 PM
p.1087 #14Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Mitch, I agree about shooting first talking later, but that's for seasoned street shooters like yourself
I tend to do that too, but people in these areas are used to photographers so they don't protest. I wouldn't shoot people in my condo without chitchat first, so it's case dependent.
I tend to do that too, but people in these areas are used to photographers so they don't protest. I wouldn't shoot people in my condo without chitchat first, so it's case dependent.
Feb 02, 2015 at 10:19 PM
p.1087 #15Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
You gotta move to another condo
Feb 02, 2015 at 10:34 PM
p.1087 #16Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Mitch Alland wrote:
You gotta move to another condo
Feb 02, 2015 at 10:35 PM
p.1087 #17Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Edward - great continuation of the series! I feel like I'm right in the middle of the action. The nearness due to using the 25/2.8 is more immersive.
Chris, in a big city like Chicago, just go downtown where there are other tourists and start shooting. You won't feel so out of place. Hang out by the 'silver bean' for a while. Sure, the area's been shot a ton, who cares! But I guess it depend on what you want in terms of photos.
I know what you mean about shooting in a suburban area... people tend to be suspicious of your motives and the act of photography is very obviously out of the norm. In any case, I have a soft rule of not shooting too much in my immediate neighbourhood because in part I don't really want people around me to know I have anything out of the ordinary in terms of cameras, etc. It's not that it's a bad neighbourhood. In fact the opposite, but I'd just rather remain somewhat anonymous in terms of my interests/profession. Anyway, that's me...
I'll post some shots from the day eventually... I did the selections, and there's a ton to whittle down and process. Because it was so windy, and it was well below zero, I knew there was a great chance for some good snow drifts out on the frozen marsh nearby, and there certainly were. I simply ran out of daylight. In these kinds of situations, I can easily lose track of time, which my GF hates, because normally if she's along, it means a lot of standing around in the cold. But it was just me, so I could indulge. Whether I got anything great is to be decided, but I enjoy the chances to get out and do mental exercises in seeing what compositions I can pull out of the area around me.
In the meantime, I processed some shots also on the card from last week at the airport. There were way fewer and the PP was all pretty consistent...
Revisiting the big water tank at YYZ. Since the last time I photographed it, the water has become quite murky.
M240 & 90AA
Chris, in a big city like Chicago, just go downtown where there are other tourists and start shooting. You won't feel so out of place. Hang out by the 'silver bean' for a while.
Sure, the area's been shot a ton, who cares! But I guess it depend on what you want in terms of photos. I know what you mean about shooting in a suburban area... people tend to be suspicious of your motives and the act of photography is very obviously out of the norm. In any case, I have a soft rule of not shooting too much in my immediate neighbourhood because in part I don't really want people around me to know I have anything out of the ordinary in terms of cameras, etc. It's not that it's a bad neighbourhood. In fact the opposite, but I'd just rather remain somewhat anonymous in terms of my interests/profession. Anyway, that's me...
I'll post some shots from the day eventually... I did the selections, and there's a ton to whittle down and process. Because it was so windy, and it was well below zero, I knew there was a great chance for some good snow drifts out on the frozen marsh nearby, and there certainly were. I simply ran out of daylight. In these kinds of situations, I can easily lose track of time, which my GF hates, because normally if she's along, it means a lot of standing around in the cold. But it was just me, so I could indulge. Whether I got anything great is to be decided, but I enjoy the chances to get out and do mental exercises in seeing what compositions I can pull out of the area around me.
In the meantime, I processed some shots also on the card from last week at the airport. There were way fewer and the PP was all pretty consistent...
Revisiting the big water tank at YYZ. Since the last time I photographed it, the water has become quite murky.
M240 & 90AA
Feb 03, 2015 at 12:03 AM
p.1087 #18Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
chrislee wrote:
Very nice Joshua, and Mitch, I love that shot in so many ways.
Ron, you're a beast! An hr shoveling and then 6 hrs outside? We had 2-3ft of snow and I've got snow past my knees along the fence, and I'm 6' I spent my 'shoveling time' of 2 hrs shoveling a path and dog duty area, my puppy was getting lost and my older shepherd wasn't too happy either. Tomorrow after work, shovel out the car and hope the plow has come by now. Cars getting stuck all over the place. What a storm. I look forward to seeing...Show more →
Snails pace is okay it took me almost a year to step into a Leica and I have never regretted it. Though unlike some I still do a lot of dSlr shooting but the Leica get's it's full share of use. I have been tempted to add an M240 but with the rumoured next Monochrom I think I will hold off.
Try walking around looking for architecture details and quirks. Stop, compose and shoot a few frames. Then just wait for someone to walk by and shoot a few more to see what you get. At the very least, it seems as if they're getting in your way.. Makes it their fault, not yours..
Very nice Joshua, and Mitch, I love that shot in so many ways.
Ron, you're a beast! An hr shoveling and then 6 hrs outside? We had 2-3ft of snow and I've got snow past my knees along the fence, and I'm 6' I spent my 'shoveling time' of 2 hrs shoveling a path and dog duty area, my puppy was getting lost and my older shepherd wasn't too happy either. Tomorrow after work, shovel out the car and hope the plow has come by now. Cars getting stuck all over the place. What a storm. I look forward to seeing...Show more →
burningheart wrote
Chris I echo what the others said my Monochrome has performed very well in snow/rain/cold/high winds or windchill and cold temperatures. The only thing I maintain is if it is snowing or raining I decide in advance which lens I will use and it must have a hood. I did onetime have an issue on a cold day the shutter was very sluggish after a few shots and was grinding trying to finish. It was -15C. Never happened since and like Gary I have been shooting in temperatures upwards of -40s with windchill and no issues.Snails pace is okay it took me almost a year to step into a Leica and I have never regretted it. Though unlike some I still do a lot of dSlr shooting but the Leica get's it's full share of use. I have been tempted to add an M240 but with the rumoured next Monochrom I think I will hold off.
adamdewilde wrote
chrislee - Shoot more, it's the only way!Try walking around looking for architecture details and quirks. Stop, compose and shoot a few frames. Then just wait for someone to walk by and shoot a few more to see what you get. At the very least, it seems as if they're getting in your way.. Makes it their fault, not yours..
Feb 03, 2015 at 12:17 AM
p.1087 #19Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Edward - Last image is really neat. Love the processing.
Feb 03, 2015 at 12:20 AM
p.1087 #20Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
edwardkaraa wrote:
Chris, my advice is to talk to people. Once the ice is broken it's easier to ask for a photo. Shooting without permission is only possible in areas where photographers are commonly present so people tend to be more tolerant.
In my above set, the first shot was after striking a conversation, the following two without permission but I was hanging around long enough taking photos so the guys didn't mind and were actually amused. One of them even asked me why I took photos of his friends but not of him. He felt neglected
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I'm trying this Edward, last night for instance, after I helped push someone's car out. I asked at the end which they gladly said yes. I took two pics quickly 'so I didn't take up their time', in other words, I rushed myself and the pics aren't that good. I'm sure if I keep it up I'll become more comfortable.
Mitch Alland wrote:
Edward - I like these and am glad to see the engagement with the subjects. Also, my feeling is that the wider 25mm focal length is giving you more DOF, which is usually preferable for this type of subject — but not always, there are no rules.
BTW, generally I don't like to ask for permission or start speaking before I make a picture because it affects the behavior of the subject and changes the whole dynamic — i.e., the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle. But, sometimes I do, particularly when making a street portrait after a long conversation.
I agree Mitch. great use of the 25mm Edward. As well as your not wanting to ask, definitely want to get there. But I do enjoy talking and meeting new people.
rscheffler wrote:
Edward - great continuation of the series! I feel like I'm right in the middle of the action. The nearness due to using the 25/2.8 is more immersive.
Chris, in a big city like Chicago, just go downtown where there are other tourists and start shooting. You won't feel so out of place. Hang out by the 'silver bean' for a while. Sure, the area's been shot a ton, who cares! But I guess it depend on what you want in terms of photos.
I know what you mean about shooting in a suburban area... people tend to be...Show more →
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Fantastic Ron, I'm with Adam, the last one's really good. Love the abstract painting like feeling to them. They remind me of the work of Mark Rothco: http://pixgood.com/mark-rothko-blue.html
Thanks for the shooting advice too Ron. Shooting in the city makes perfect sense as I'll never feel comfortable doing close up work around my house. I too should be careful in this regard as I live in a young urban and transitory area.
I've been to the bean several times with visitors, during the summer which is crazy. I need to go back by myself, and approach it from a totally different goal: to focus on people, a moment, an emotion primarily. Play of light, shadow, texture, patterns are other topics I'd like to be proficient.
adamdewilde wrote:
Try walking around looking for architecture details and quirks. Stop, compose and shoot a few frames. Then just wait for someone to walk by and shoot a few more to see what you get. At the very least, it seems as if they're getting in your way.. Makes it their fault, not yours..
I like that!! And more my style too This could be used quite a bit for now. I can find a shot I want, shoot/compose while waiting for the right moment for the real shot.
Great suggestions everyone, Thanks.
Chris
Chris, my advice is to talk to people. Once the ice is broken it's easier to ask for a photo. Shooting without permission is only possible in areas where photographers are commonly present so people tend to be more tolerant.
In my above set, the first shot was after striking a conversation, the following two without permission but I was hanging around long enough taking photos so the guys didn't mind and were actually amused. One of them even asked me why I took photos of his friends but not of him. He felt neglected
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I'm trying this Edward, last night for instance, after I helped push someone's car out. I asked at the end which they gladly said yes. I took two pics quickly 'so I didn't take up their time', in other words, I rushed myself and the pics aren't that good. I'm sure if I keep it up I'll become more comfortable.
Mitch Alland wrote:
Edward - I like these and am glad to see the engagement with the subjects. Also, my feeling is that the wider 25mm focal length is giving you more DOF, which is usually preferable for this type of subject — but not always, there are no rules.
BTW, generally I don't like to ask for permission or start speaking before I make a picture because it affects the behavior of the subject and changes the whole dynamic — i.e., the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle. But, sometimes I do, particularly when making a street portrait after a long conversation.
I agree Mitch. great use of the 25mm Edward. As well as your not wanting to ask, definitely want to get there. But I do enjoy talking and meeting new people.
rscheffler wrote:
Edward - great continuation of the series! I feel like I'm right in the middle of the action. The nearness due to using the 25/2.8 is more immersive.
Chris, in a big city like Chicago, just go downtown where there are other tourists and start shooting. You won't feel so out of place. Hang out by the 'silver bean' for a while.
Sure, the area's been shot a ton, who cares! But I guess it depend on what you want in terms of photos. I know what you mean about shooting in a suburban area... people tend to be...Show more →
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Fantastic Ron, I'm with Adam, the last one's really good. Love the abstract painting like feeling to them. They remind me of the work of Mark Rothco: http://pixgood.com/mark-rothko-blue.html
Thanks for the shooting advice too Ron. Shooting in the city makes perfect sense as I'll never feel comfortable doing close up work around my house. I too should be careful in this regard as I live in a young urban and transitory area.
I've been to the bean several times with visitors, during the summer which is crazy. I need to go back by myself, and approach it from a totally different goal: to focus on people, a moment, an emotion primarily. Play of light, shadow, texture, patterns are other topics I'd like to be proficient.
adamdewilde wrote:
Try walking around looking for architecture details and quirks. Stop, compose and shoot a few frames. Then just wait for someone to walk by and shoot a few more to see what you get. At the very least, it seems as if they're getting in your way.. Makes it their fault, not yours..
I like that!! And more my style too
This could be used quite a bit for now. I can find a shot I want, shoot/compose while waiting for the right moment for the real shot. Great suggestions everyone, Thanks.
Chris
Feb 03, 2015 at 02:37 AM