Zane ~ Drama

Metadata: 1/200s, F/11, ISO 200, FL 18mm, WB Cloudy, resolution 212.   I spent a mid morning photographing in the old Bigelow Neighborhood.  This is the balcony of the old Bigelow house.  I was interested in the many architectural curves of the rails jusxtaposed against the straight lines of the siding and rail stops, and the underlighting.  The underlighting is actually a reflection of the sun hitting the white porch deck and reflecting under the eaves.  The light hit the rounded areas softly as to bend around.    The blue door on top lends mystery; what could be up there inside the gable?

Summertime at the lake

I found myself attending a company picnic at Long Lake in Lacey, and the boss cajoled a couple of reluctant staffers into the neighbors' canoe. I was amusing myself with photographing the daylilies close up when I saw them set off across the lake, and grabbed this shot. Best part: the yellow paddle blades with the yellow flowers. Better part: the neighbors' house-sitters coming dashing over to ask if we knew those guys swiping their canoe...

Zane ~ Off the Beaten Path

Metadata: 1/400s, f/13, ISO 200, Focal 55 mm.

On the Reflection Lakes road, a good lookout presents layers of the Cascade Mountain Range looking south and to the coast.  This photo was an experiment in defining those fading mountain layers using composition of thirds, and PS enhancements.  Primarily used defined mountains by amping the color density and a bit of contrast.  the foreground was lightened to bring out green tree detail.  Am a bit unhappy with the sky, however it was very hazy.

Zane ~ Unusual Roadway Sign

Metadata: 1/800S, F/9, Max Ap 4.5, ISO 400, 35 mm, WB Daylight.

One of the stops on the way to Paradise is Whitaker's mountaineering center in Ashford.  The people there are full of positive energy in preparation for their summit climbs -- smiles, purposed hum of activity, and interesting gear.  It may be that the sign will help them from becoming lost on the 2 acre property. 

The image was taken sitting on the grass, lens pointed up, no tripod, in very bright sun.  The sign is wacky, and I wanted to capture the off-centeredness of the many angles.

Deana ~ Summertime

This photo is different then the summer time photo I published on the Friday Long Shot.  This one was taken yesterday at Ocean Shores...I love the different extensions of their legs, the movement of the sand,  the wind in their mane and the action of the ocean.  F~5.6 1/250 ISO 100

Zane ~ Summertime

File Metadata: 90 mm, ISO 200, F/13, Max Aperture.5.6, 1/320s, res 350, WB Auto, spot meter/focus,  live view,  SONY a-550. 
Well Yes...I know it's a flower.   My intention was to practice using settings on my new camera and seeing what I could get in terms of close-up detail.    The close-up world is exciting because I couldn't see it well with the old camera.   In Photoshop, I extracted one flower group from a much larger image, selected the large bloom, enhanced the bloom to make it pop, and selected the background area and applied a blur.
I promise not to contribute any more flower images!

CHRIS - OFF THE BEATEN PATH

REFLECTIONS IN THE SWAMP


A BUMP ON THE LOG WITH MOSS


CHAINS AND ANCHORS

Jessica Morgan -- Olympia State Buildings 6/11

Fireworks - July 1

Lakefair fireworks from northside of Capitol Lake.

Trees Ablaze - July 1

1/300, f9.5, 70-200 mm

Sunset as seen through the westside tree line from Budd Bay; the clouds and sky look like smoke and and flames.

Favorite Place - June 24

30 sec., f8, 24-120 mm

One of my all time favorite places is the Tumwater Falls Park. Growing up in the southend of Olympia, I have many fond childhood memories of playing, walking, and hanging out at the park with the tall trees.

My Favorite Place (Photographed in a unique way!) -- Terri Perkins

My favorite place in the area where I live is on the water. I took this image from the seat of my kayak while paddling through Gull Harbor... in the rain.

I always carry my underwater Canon PowerShot D10 while kayaking because it can take a lot of abuse and it likes the rain!

"Enjoying Relaxing" - Tracy Landers

One of my favorite things to do is to relax in my back yard with a cold beverage while listening to the water drop onto the rocks.

Terri Perkins -- Arts Walk 2011

"Before the Storm"
Taken on a snowshoeing trip out of Paradise, Mt. Rainier
Canon PowerShot D10, f/8, 1/500 sec


"Mr. Frog's Wild Ride"
Taken in our Boston Harbor Backyard
Nikon D90, f/4.8, 1/60 sec, ISO 400


























"Clouds over Cushman"
Taken from the top of Mt. Ellinor
Pentax Optio s40

I Always carry a camera with me -- and it's not always the same one (however I do love my Nikon D90!). For me... capturing moments is often about being at the right place at the right time -- with a camera on hand!

Zane , 6/24 -- Favorite place or thing where you live

                    Original File Metadata: 

F/22, 1/160 sec, ISO 200, -2 EV, 18mm focal length, centered metering, fill flash, WB daylight, aperture priority, 350 dpi, 3.24MB.

The Boston Harbor marina deck is a best kept secret for being lazy in the sun, meeting friends for beer, chowder, and you-shuck-'em oysters.  The area reminds of my childhood when we boated around the sound, and stopped at mom-and-pop marinas for gas, 7-up and chips ---and the spare boat part.  There was always time to poke around on the docks, say "Hi", and put the pole in for the biggest bullhead.  Time has stood still in this cove which sits in the lap of the Olympics.

The photo style isn't unusual, though it captures my sunny moment of pleasure.

And yes...I did hear "will you take my picture?, and I met three very nice people from Pennsylvania.  One, the mother of an MIT rocket scientist, and whose father was a professional photographer who studied with Ansel Adams.  Small world.

Don's Camera Shop - Gallery Walls For Exhibit

The photos show all of the gallery walls which will be available to us at Don's Camera.  Where you see mounted bags and other items will all be cleared for this group's use.   There should be plenty of room for 30 images.  The space in front with the racks will be cleared for a welcome table. 

 

Henry: 2011 Art Walk"

"The harbor"
Nikon D90, f/8, 1/200sec, ISO200, 90mm

Henry: "2011 Art Walk"

"Mist in the Trees"
Nikon D90, f/8, 1/800sec, 112mm

Henry: "2011 Art Walk"

"Transportation"
Nikon D90, f/8, 1/500sec, ISO200, 35mm