Camera: Sony a7R3
Lens: Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2018 Daniel R. South
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Showing posts with label New York. Show all posts
Showing posts with label New York. Show all posts
Monday, December 31, 2018
New Year's Eve 2018
Wishing You A Prosperous New Year!
Camera: Sony a7R3
Lens: Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS
Camera: Sony a7R3
Lens: Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS
Wednesday, December 26, 2018
New York Diner On Christmas Day
Merry Christmas 2018!
Obstructions are everywhere. Sometimes, we can work around them, but in many cases we have to include them in a way that doesn't detract from the subject.
I couldn't move the light poles, so I created a frame by placing them at about the same distance from either side of the photo. I like the not-so-subtle effect of the One Way signs pointing toward the diner, as if to say, "Look this way!"
The garbage cans are small in comparison to the poles, so their impact is minimal. It's New York. No one should be surprised that we have garbage here. It adds authenticity. ;-)
I did clone out an empty beverage cup that was rolling around in the street, and I used layers to erase a worker in the diner whose face was prominent in the original photo (luckily, I made multiple exposures). But the light poles, the garbage cans, the fire hydrant, and the delivery bike are all part of the composition, for better or for worse. There's a lot going on in the city. Sometimes, you have to work with what's in front of you.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Camera: Sony a7R III
Lens: Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS
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| 3-Star Diner On Christmas Day |
Obstructions are everywhere. Sometimes, we can work around them, but in many cases we have to include them in a way that doesn't detract from the subject.
I couldn't move the light poles, so I created a frame by placing them at about the same distance from either side of the photo. I like the not-so-subtle effect of the One Way signs pointing toward the diner, as if to say, "Look this way!"
The garbage cans are small in comparison to the poles, so their impact is minimal. It's New York. No one should be surprised that we have garbage here. It adds authenticity. ;-)
I did clone out an empty beverage cup that was rolling around in the street, and I used layers to erase a worker in the diner whose face was prominent in the original photo (luckily, I made multiple exposures). But the light poles, the garbage cans, the fire hydrant, and the delivery bike are all part of the composition, for better or for worse. There's a lot going on in the city. Sometimes, you have to work with what's in front of you.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Camera: Sony a7R III
Lens: Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2018 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Wednesday, December 5, 2018
Bike Men - Union Square Park
Thrills On Wheels
Camera: Sony a7R III
Lens: Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
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| Bike Men - Union Square Park |
Camera: Sony a7R III
Lens: Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2018 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Monday, December 3, 2018
Top Of The Flatiron Building (Black and White)
New York City in Black and White
Camera: Sony a7R II
Lens: Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Camera: Sony a7R II
Lens: Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2018 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Wednesday, November 21, 2018
New York City in Black and White - Bench
La Ville en Noir et Blanc
Camera: Sony a7R III
Lens: Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Camera: Sony a7R III
Lens: Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2018 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Saturday, June 30, 2018
Red-Haired Man Walking White Dog
A Relaxing Evening Stroll
Fun with Fido
Camera: Sony a7R II
Lens: Sony FE 35mm f/1.8
Fun with Fido
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| Enjoying an evening stroll... |
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| ...with man's best friend |
Camera: Sony a7R II
Lens: Sony FE 35mm f/1.8
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2018 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Thursday, May 31, 2018
Red Fender - New York City
Color, Curve, And Reflection
Camera: Sony a7R III
Lens: Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
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| Red Fender - New York City |
Camera: Sony a7R III
Lens: Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2018 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Sunday, January 7, 2018
Midtown Clock Tower in Winter Light
Cold Air, Warm Photos
Hello and Happy New Year 2018, everyone! Stay warm and keep shooting! Winter light is amazing!
Camera: Sony a7R III
Lens: Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS
Hello and Happy New Year 2018, everyone! Stay warm and keep shooting! Winter light is amazing!
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| Midtown Clock Tower in Winter Light |
Camera: Sony a7R III
Lens: Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2018 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Saturday, December 30, 2017
Brownstone and Bare Tree - Manhattan
Architectural Detail in Black and White
Camera: Sony a7R II
Lens: Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS
Camera: Sony a7R II
Lens: Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Friday, August 25, 2017
Three O'Clock High
Architectural Abstract
Moments after the peak of the eclipse, I pulled out my wide-angle zoom and aimed it skyward.
Camera: Sony A7R II
Lens: Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM
Moments after the peak of the eclipse, I pulled out my wide-angle zoom and aimed it skyward.
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| Three O'Clock High |
Camera: Sony A7R II
Lens: Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Sunday, August 20, 2017
Distressed Brick and Air Conditioners
Summer In The City
One of the unique experiences of city life in the summertime is having the condensation of air conditioners drip on you as you make your way down the sidewalk. Summer has its challenges, but we all would do well to savor its sweet rewards.
Camera: Sony A7RII
Lens: Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
One of the unique experiences of city life in the summertime is having the condensation of air conditioners drip on you as you make your way down the sidewalk. Summer has its challenges, but we all would do well to savor its sweet rewards.
Camera: Sony A7RII
Lens: Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Sunday, July 30, 2017
51st Street Subway Sign
Miles of Tiles
The walls of New York's underground subway stations are finished with tile. The signs marking the station stops are made of tiles as well and help to give the subway its unique look and character.
The sign pictured below is nearly eight feet wide and clearly visible to the passengers on the arriving cars. Someone put a lot of time and effort into assembling these beautiful creations.
Camera: Sony A7R II
Lens: Sony Sonnar T* FE 35mm f/2.8 ZA
The walls of New York's underground subway stations are finished with tile. The signs marking the station stops are made of tiles as well and help to give the subway its unique look and character.
The sign pictured below is nearly eight feet wide and clearly visible to the passengers on the arriving cars. Someone put a lot of time and effort into assembling these beautiful creations.
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| 51st Street Subway Station - New York |
Camera: Sony A7R II
Lens: Sony Sonnar T* FE 35mm f/2.8 ZA
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Sunday, May 7, 2017
Bright Red Scooter
In Living Color
Vivid colors are so much fun! Sometimes, the colors are more interesting than the subject.
If this fellow had been riding a gray or black scooter, would the photo be as much fun?
Camera: Nikon D810
Lens: Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G ED
Vivid colors are so much fun! Sometimes, the colors are more interesting than the subject.
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| Bright Red Scooter |
If this fellow had been riding a gray or black scooter, would the photo be as much fun?
Camera: Nikon D810
Lens: Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G ED
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Sunday, April 16, 2017
The Oculus - New York
An Instant Architectural Classic
Here's another example of the "popular subject" problem. The Oculus has been open for about six month. Tourists and photo enthusiasts flock here in droves, snapping pictures, day in and day out. Is it possible to get a different view than everyone else?
That may be a tall order, but here are some ideas to consider when looking for your own view.
- Eliminate clutter. Shoot over the crowds and isolate details. (I did my best to eliminate people from this shot.)
- If you can't eliminate clutter, embrace it. Show how busy the place is by adding a human element. (Doesn't apply in this example.)
- Focus on shapes, lines, and architectural details. Draw the viewer's eye in to the image.
- You can use symmetry or asymmetry, but make certain that your choice is a conscious decision. (From where I was standing, symmetry wasn't possible, so I created an asymmetrical composition.)
- Time your visit with a special event or season. (Notice the Christmas decorations in the photo.)
Camera: Nikon D810
Lens: Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G ED
Here's another example of the "popular subject" problem. The Oculus has been open for about six month. Tourists and photo enthusiasts flock here in droves, snapping pictures, day in and day out. Is it possible to get a different view than everyone else?
That may be a tall order, but here are some ideas to consider when looking for your own view.
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| The Oculus - New York |
- Eliminate clutter. Shoot over the crowds and isolate details. (I did my best to eliminate people from this shot.)
- If you can't eliminate clutter, embrace it. Show how busy the place is by adding a human element. (Doesn't apply in this example.)
- Focus on shapes, lines, and architectural details. Draw the viewer's eye in to the image.
- You can use symmetry or asymmetry, but make certain that your choice is a conscious decision. (From where I was standing, symmetry wasn't possible, so I created an asymmetrical composition.)
- Time your visit with a special event or season. (Notice the Christmas decorations in the photo.)
Camera: Nikon D810
Lens: Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G ED
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Sunday, April 2, 2017
Liquor Store Sign - Chelsea
The Challenge of the Obvious
Some subjects just beg to be photographed. It's almost as though they're taunting you to pull out your camera and make something happen.
"Come on, smarty pants - yeah, you! Don't walk away! I saw you looking at me; I know you want to take a picture. What are you waiting for?
"What's the matter, Mr. Fancy Camera Guy? Can't come up with a good composition? Can't figure out how to use the available light? Well, let's get a move on, because the sun's about to go behind a cloud."
Yeah, well, take that, Mr. Smart Alec Sign! I think I just nailed your rusty frame!
Camera: Sony A7R II
Lens: Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA
Some subjects just beg to be photographed. It's almost as though they're taunting you to pull out your camera and make something happen.
"Come on, smarty pants - yeah, you! Don't walk away! I saw you looking at me; I know you want to take a picture. What are you waiting for?
"What's the matter, Mr. Fancy Camera Guy? Can't come up with a good composition? Can't figure out how to use the available light? Well, let's get a move on, because the sun's about to go behind a cloud."
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| Liquor Store Sign - Chelsea |
Yeah, well, take that, Mr. Smart Alec Sign! I think I just nailed your rusty frame!
Camera: Sony A7R II
Lens: Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
Sunday, March 26, 2017
Flatiron Building at Sunset
Casting New Light on a Landmark
I love to photograph well-known landmarks. I like the challenge of looking for a way to bring my personal touch to a place that has been photographed countless times.
Here's a recent shot of the Flatiron Building in New York captured in the warm glow of sunset with one of my favorite lenses.
Camera: Nikon D810
Lens: PC-E Nikkor 24mm f/3.5 ED Tilt/Shift
I love to photograph well-known landmarks. I like the challenge of looking for a way to bring my personal touch to a place that has been photographed countless times.
Here's a recent shot of the Flatiron Building in New York captured in the warm glow of sunset with one of my favorite lenses.
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| Flatiron Building At Sunset |
Camera: Nikon D810
Lens: PC-E Nikkor 24mm f/3.5 ED Tilt/Shift
Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!
Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved
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