As it turns out, both my wife and I have been greatly enjoying the other-worldly false colour infrared images that I've been producing recently in my exploration of what is possible in this modality. So here is the first of probably quite a few posts showing the results of my explorations in false colour IR. Just to keep things as grounded in relative reality as possible, I am planning to include at least one monochrome image in each grouping (though, of course, black and white images are arguably just as much of an abstraction as false colour IR, in that neither accurately represents the way humans see real scenes or objects). The photos below are all from the area around the Mount Washington ski area in Strathcona Provincial Park, BC, The three false colour images were taken with the 50 f/1.2 Ai-s, while the monochrome comes from the 24 f/2.8 NC.
James Markus wrote:
Jay,
I get a little too focused sometimes. Lately I have been arguing with myself about wanting a D850 and realizing I don't need one. Ultimately I expect need to lose out to want - which is why I set mental willing to pay prices in my head that are currently not realistic. However, I am seeing signs it may change faster than my one year expectation. Meanwhile, I compare 800's subtle sensors differences.
Jim
Easy big fellow, stay focused. Ask yourself do I REALLY need that camera.
Seriously, I know exactly where you're coming from. I think I do that at least once a month.
GroWeb wrote:
As it turns out, both my wife and I have been greatly enjoying the other-worldly false colour infrared images that I've been producing recently in my exploration of what is possible in this modality. So here is the first of probably quite a few posts showing the results of my explorations in false colour IR. Just to keep things as grounded in relative reality as possible, I am planning to include at least one monochrome image in each grouping (though, of course, black and white images are arguably just as much of an abstraction as false colour IR, in that neither accurately represents the way humans see real scenes or objects). The photos below are all from the area around the Mount Washington ski area in Strathcona Provincial Park, BC, The three false colour images were taken with the 50 f/1.2 Ai-s, while the monochrome comes from the 24 f/2.8 NC....Show more →
I'm not crazy about the false colored images. But, I do really like the first one in this set. I guess it's a hit-or-miss process?
James this is a terrific set of images. The first two have a wonderful "pop". The following color images are nicely saturated with great color tones and oof backgrounds. Very nice!
mp356 wrote:
Some fall colors with the 85 f2 Ai. Thanks for looking.
Scott
Beautiful set Scott. I particularly like the first one. Nicely seen and captured. There's a similar scene right down the road from me that I look at every time I drive past it, but for some reason, I can't seem to capture it the way I see it.
The three fall shots are just excellent Scott, but that first one is a standout.
James, fall colors on the larger trees are nice, but the understory feels different this year with more intensity than I recall from the past couple of years. Here's a set of closer up shots, hopefully successfully conveying that intensity of colors in the understory. All with the 105 f2.8 AIS Micro, which has become a frequent traveler in my MF camera bag.
Leighton,
Wife and I are just fine after tasting the yellow fruit. I have a Jonathon in my front yard - so if I get peckish I can just grab one and eat around the scars. (I don't spray) I did try finding out more about the yellow fruit...(I think AdaptedLenses asked)
Top four for the yellow fruit online id sources say...
Pyrus bourgaeana or Iberian pear odds 15.44%
Pyrus syriaca odds 8.81%
Pyrus pyrifolia or Chinese pear odds 7.86%
Malus sylvestris or Crab Apple odds 6.82%
One site seemed to think it may be Crataegus mexicana a species of hawthorn known by the
common names tejocote, manzanita, tejocotera and Mexican hawthorn. This park is a botanical
wonder of odd plants, creeks, and hardwoods. The people that donated the land to the county
(Hager) owned it for years, and it seems they liked trying to grow non-native plants in the
the meadows. There use to be signs at many of the trees and shrubs that have all disappeared.
We live in a day that "invasive species" are considered very bad form, or maybe the signs made
the plants targets of the kids that love playing in the forest, and meeting their friends there.
I have a theory about all humans having an anti-Beech tree gene which irresistibly forces kids to
carve their smooth silver bark with names, hearts, and the mathematical + signs. The Beech trees,
many of the largest trees in Hager Park, are all dying and their trunks are littered with wounds.
Jim
leighton w wrote:
Nice set of details. I guess you're safe after eating those fruits.
GroWeb wrote:
As it turns out, both my wife and I have been greatly enjoying the other-worldly false colour infrared images that I've been producing recently in my exploration of what is possible in this modality. So here is the first of probably quite a few posts showing the results of my explorations in false colour IR. Just to keep things as grounded in relative reality as possible, I am planning to include at least one monochrome image in each grouping (though, of course, black and white images are arguably just as much of an abstraction as false colour IR, in that neither accurately represents the way humans see real scenes or objects). The photos below are all from the area around the Mount Washington ski area in Strathcona Provincial Park, BC, The three false colour images were taken with the 50 f/1.2 Ai-s, while the monochrome comes from the 24 f/2.8 NC....Show more →
Thanks Ray. Something about that color makes me feel good.
pbraymond wrote:
The three fall shots are just excellent Scott, but that first one is a standout.
James, fall colors on the larger trees are nice, but the understory feels different this year with more intensity than I recall from the past couple of years. Here's a set of closer up shots, hopefully successfully conveying that intensity of colors in the understory. All with the 105 f2.8 AIS Micro, which has become a frequent traveler in my MF camera bag.
James Markus wrote:
Ah, the dreaded kill joy..."REALLY need" threshold - nothing gets past that level.
I really needed that D100, then D200, then D700 because, you know.
Etc etc here I am today in Z-land. I never did talk myself into the any other DSLR after the D800, so body wise that was a solid 9 years. But if you want help creating the "NEED:, just let me know :-)
Serge,
I couldn't agree more - Chicago's architecture is incredible. In 2006 I brought the whole family to see it, and my youngest (then not quite 6 years old) wanted to "move there right now".
Jim
serge07 wrote:
Hi, everyone:
The architecture of Chicago is a stunner and very interesting to photograph. Rafael's circular fisheye collection would be a blast to use here.
Wrigley Building (ca 1924) and Tribune Tower ( ca 1925). The later had a design competition with entries from 23 counties.
The activity level of the city seems much quieter compared to past visits.
pbraymond wrote:
I really needed that D100, then D200, then D700 because, you know.
Etc etc here I am today in Z-land. I never did talk myself into the any other DSLR after the D800, so body wise that was a solid 9 years. But if you want help creating the "NEED:, just let me know :-)
pbraymond wrote:
The three fall shots are just excellent Scott, but that first one is a standout.
James, fall colors on the larger trees are nice, but the understory feels different this year with more intensity than I recall from the past couple of years. Here's a set of closer up shots, hopefully successfully conveying that intensity of colors in the understory. All with the 105 f2.8 AIS Micro, which has become a frequent traveler in my MF camera bag.
