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!



a photo of a midtown clock tower shot in the warm light of late december
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



a photo in black and white of a manhattan brownstone townhouse with a bare tree



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



Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Funiculaire In Twilight - Québec City

The Color Of Night



a photo of the funiculaire in quebec city at twilight
Funiculaire In Twilight - Québec City



Camera:    Nikon D810
Lens:        AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!

Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved



Saturday, November 25, 2017

Just Make Up Something

Nail Polish On Black Background



a color macro photo of nail polish on a black background



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


November Morning on the Big Sur Coast

Adventures In Black And White


I had intended to take some black and white seascape photos on my recent trip to California. Actually, I had been planning this for about two years. 


While I was out there, someone nominated me for the "7 days, no explanations" fad. So, in addition to these shots crafted meticulously with camera, tripod, and special long-exposure filters, I had fun taking some quick snaps with my iPhone.



a photo of the big sur coast in black and white by daniel south photography



It's funny how things work out. Fortunately, people seem to be enjoying all of the shots, even the ones from my phone. 



Camera:    Sony a7R II
Lens:        Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS

Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!

Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved


Wednesday, November 15, 2017

Sunset Over Point Lobos - Carmel, California

Coast Highway Detour

In May of 2017, a massive landslide destroyed a significant portion of California's coastal highway south of Big Sur. Six months later, the roadway is still closed and may remain closed for another year. Motorists are forced to follow a very long detour along an inland route.

I arrived in Carmel later than expected due to delays incurred along this detour. Desperate to grab a shot of something (anything) before the last light faded, I parked by the outlet of the Carmel River, grabbed my camera, and pushed through a thicket of poison oak to find a vantage point on the beach.

I set my tripod up as quickly as I could and composed a frame with the line of the beach running through the foreground. I focused on the distant trees, locked it in, and bracketed a few exposures before the light disappeared.



a photo of a sunset over point lobos near carmel california
Sunset Over Point Lobos - Carmel, California



It's amazing how often you have to scramble like mad in order to capture a landscape photo. The landscape doesn't move around, but the light can change rapidly. Miss that light by a few seconds, and you'll lose your chance completely.


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


Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Tower Bridge - London

Triumph of the Human Spirit

London. Paris. New York. 

These great cities have experienced more than their share of troubles, both in recent years and throughout history. And yet, each one stands, boldly and proudly, a testament to the triumphs of the human spirit. 

You'll find the world's best museums here. The best libraries. The best examples of art and architecture. The best music The best ideas. And the epitome of commerce and business. 


a photo of the tower bridge in london by daniel south
Tower Bridge - London



Humanity will always face problems. Life has never been easy, and some of our most persistent challenges have been self-inflicted. But the sum total of the human experience is wildly positive. If you need a reminder, take a walk along the Thames. Or the Seine. Or Fifth Avenue. Let the historic achievements of mankind inspire you to reach for your own soaring accomplishments.


Camera:    Nikon D700
Lens:        AF-S Nikkor 24-70 f/2.8G ED IF

Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!

Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved


Friday, September 29, 2017

Love Comes In Every Color

A Timely Message





a photo of a mural in new york love comes in every color daniel south



Camera:    Sony a7R II
Lens:        Sony FE 85mm f/1.8

Wishing you great light and meaningful moments!

Copyright 2017 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved