I almost picked that one. I think it is maybe the better image, certainly technically, but I just loved the colours of #3.Hi Tim, three very good takes on theme all very nicely taken, of the three my pick is the #2 with the Reds coming at the viewer while curving at about 4gs great set
I'd hate to disappoint by not bringing forth a trainI thought a train might well appear is some form, but all three shots work well, but I can see why you prefer the 2nd red arrows shot you look to be right in the action
Having seen your shots, I think I wouldLooking at your first shot, I think you might have enjoyed the steam fair I went to yesterday My favourite is the first Red Arrows shot. I like the contrast of the crisp white against the red and blue, although the second one is a bit more curvy. All three fit the bill though Nice set.
Contrast was one of those shots that you don't realise you've got until you look back through them. I agree it's not your usual shot.Hi Tim, I really like your image for Contrast. At first I thought it was about the contrasting colours and textures between the rails and bricks and the natural foliage around them, but then of course I noticed the rails. What a difference! A really interesting and unusual image
Clean is striking and the red eye really stands out due to your cropping/composition, and you have three good takes on the theme for Curves. Like you, although #2 is probably the 'better' image of the Red Arrows display, I like the drama, movement and colourful curves captured in #3 so that would get my vote.
An interesting perspective on my shots, thanks for that. Though, once you've seen quite how many steam locomotive shots I shoe horn in...For me, I like the train wheel best for curves. It's striking, like some mechanical eye. The red arrows pictures are good but I prefer the simplicity of the first image.
Cheers Stan. The first really was just a banker in case I didn't get anything else. Though it was carefully taken and framed, so not simply a snap.Three beautiful shots for Curve. Love the details of the first and the colourful trails of the last Red Arrows shots.
I thought I'd posted info on Tokyo Ghoul, but cant see see it, so https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokyo_Ghoul gives the story to the character.Clean ... fab portrait ... whatever that's all about.
Curves ... you've brought out the clean oiliness. in the train wheel ... and red arrows: Wow.
You could be right. I deliberately took the shots about -1 stop, to prevent the sky washing out, with the aim of bringing it back in pp. It is perhaps a little dark, but I don't think it's far off (especially when you zoom in).Curves #3 for me, a little under exposed on my Mac but well composed/detail.
Cheers.
Cheers Emma. Of the three, Kaneki Ken is my fav too.I really like the tight crop of your clean shot Tim - so effective.
It is a pity about the top of the railway bridge, but I love the curves of the tracks through. Pity it wasn't a week later!
I like both your red arrows shots - the composition of the first and the colours of the second, but agree they do look a little dark on my screens, just missing that 'pop'.
Thanks Dom. It's not too terrible is itCurves
That red arrow shot with the coloured smoke is great.
Thanks Susie. I'm suprised we don't often see shots from cosplay events on here. The cosplayers love having their photos taken, it's a great way to lose any inhibitions about asking strangers if you can take their photo.Oooh that's very creepy looking eye for Clean Tim but I do like it ...something quite unique for the theme.
What's not to like about the Red Arrow Curves ....love them
At that time of the morning there weren't many people around on the platforms. Maybe 1/2 a dozen enthusiasts with cameras.Display is a lovely shot Tim, a beautiful old steam loco. Bang on theme and good that no people are in the shot too
Second time I've seen her this week, and 1 of 3 kettles through Clapham this morning.What's not to like about an A4 under the colours of sunrise? There's no question that this is a mighty display of power and it must have been a fantastic sight and sound as it thundered past.
Hi Stan. Notjust high iso effect, I needed the 5d3's high iso capability to capture the shot. It was still fairly low light (though not as dark as some I've taken at Clapham).The simple wording of 'Display of Power' explains it all because I was thinking when I saw the shot in the main Photos thread, is that a shoehorn and where's the connection with Display?
The high ISO grainy effect works well and also I like the quiet and stillness of the platforms. I'm not too sure about the lights on the left whether to clone it out or not and but at the same time, it also adds context to the shot.
I think that's an Asda. Even sarf london is getting new builds these days!Very nice Tim, only spoilt by the modern looking building tbh....Really like the PP....
The lights on the carriages are the station lights. My aim for the shot of the A4 was to wait until the train was within the station to allow the station lights to illuminate it. TBH I thought it would still be a bit darker than it was, but I'm happy with what I got here.I like this. A couple of the things I really quite like are the light shining on the carriages and the white edge to the platform.
My fav of the 2 too.Our photography is an occupation as we work at trying to get the photos right, and imo you have just done that. Both shots I like, but my pick is the #1 as like how you have got the worker looking out
2 votes for me to use the clone tool. I must improve my border patrolLove the colours in 'Display Tim, would have been tempted to clone out the stop light myself, but that's my OCD - still a cool image with nice leading lines of the tracks
Occupation - As a hobby works for me Tim, nice eye contact and composition too, a nice image
Heritage railways do tend to mostly look the part, at least front of house. Mind you, you should see the age of some of the machine tools!Display and Occupation both good choices for the themes Tim, really nice angles on both, but the setting for Occupation has the edge, no modern trappings in sight.
That train your working on looks a beauty.
Cheers Mark. #1 is best I feel too.First pic for Occupation, as Susie says, no hint of modernity anywhere.....
Yes, I feel it works quite nicely as both.I prefer no 1 of your occupational pics, close enough crop to make it a portrait but with enough train in it to make it a train photo.
Nicely done
I've checked the original and I could have kept the signal gantry in. It's a bit ugly and would have unbalanced the shot a bit. I think on reflection it would have been better to clone out.Display, I'm a bit in two minds about the red signal light on the left, it feels a bit disjointed but you have captured the display of power well.
Occuaption, I guess anything that keeps you occupied counts , First one is the pick because it shows someone being occupied and although he does seem to be a bit central I quite like the composition.
The bridge in the background is actually the bridge from Kings Cross station that Harry met Hagrid on in the 1st Harry Potter. KX was remodelled a few years back and the bridge removed. They gave it to usDisplay of Power ... mean machine, powerful I bet. Can just see someone in the driver's compartment and a light on.
Occupation ... fab environmental (occupational) portrait ... with loads of space to include shiny train parts and old iron bridge.
I do like the environmental portraitI think you're right that Occupation could be defined as anything that occupies our time, Tim, and you must get great enjoyment from working on the engine in #2, but my choice would be #1. It's an excellent environmental portrait with the subject completely surrounded by her workspace and the trappings of her working environment.
I quite like going for low light shots there, but you don't get the chance very often.Display. Moving things are always a challenge and in early morning light doubly so especially when you only get one chance. Good choice of when the press that shutter button.
Shoe-horn king? I don't know what you meanMade e smile, nice engine shot with an arch thrown in, cementing your place as the new king of the shoe horn
The hint of an arch was exactly the creative effect I was aiming for.A hint of an Arch there Tim, you just about crept that one in, I like the angle on this one.
When you start getting paid for things you enjoy, you stop enjoying them as much.Hobby as occupation and get paid for doing it would be even better if you can get it. I think the first one shows more of the story and the theme. I like the slightly tighter crop with just enough of the engine and tender in the shot.
Love the Arch shot too with just a small part of the structure in the shot. Like the driver looking out on you.
Cheers Dave. I got the shot I was intending. Not so sure that the loco is a beaut. It's LMS, not SouthernLiking your arch shot Tim, nicely timed to get the driver looking out at you while in this beaut of an engine
Cheers David. It is what I was intending to capture. Can't take things too literally....cool concept ... a hint of an Arch ..