Here we are, one year on and we are now up to thirteen members from the five we began with.
Once again we have some cracking pictures taken using a wide range of styles and indeed kit. So would member's of Circle D of the Leica Society take a look at this month's photographs and add comments via the form or through me, and don't forget to vote for your favourite shot.
1) Bill A
Dawn at Foxton: Leica M9 and 21mm Zeiss Biogon, three exposures blended
2) Bill S
Boys in the park: Yorkshire Sculpture Park with a Leica lllf and 35mm Elmar on Agfa APX 100
Snapping a Snapper: Panny G3 with 35mm 3.5 Summaron
4) David F
Goodwood Festival of Speed in 2003 on a Leica Digilux Zoom
5) David K
Dry Public Thoroughfa
6) Del B
One of my ongoing projects is to capture life where I live. This is a recent addition to my collection.
7) Duncan K
1960 Lotus 18 Formula One, Chassis 373 - Coventry Climax 2.495 litre 4cyl.; 2 valves per cyl.; 237 b.h.p. (95 b.h.p./lit
8) Elaine J
Caerlavera
9) Jim C
It's BEHIND YOU: Dunrobin Castle, Sutherland
10) Malcolm R
Drawing Competitio
11) Phil C
Love hearts: My daughter offering a sweetie, Leica M6, 50mm Summicron
12) Robert H
Abergavenn
13) Rob S
New B&W Wall: Leica X1
That wraps it up. Votes and comments please....
Have added notes this month in rightful place the Notes Section of the site.
ReplyDelete1) Bill A
Another great image by Bill. Very well controlled exposure and the choice of aperture and shutter speed enhances the serenity. Getting out and about early to catch the light makes all the difference to this shot.
2) Bill S
What an intriguing statue. The choice of the old IIIf and the elmar tones down well what could have been a very stark image.
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4) David F
Another intriguing sculpture. The taking at the right time of day and with direction of light as it is has made the most of this shot to allow detail to be retained in the sculpture and retaining the blue sky. The diagonal composition works well. Like it a lot.
5) David K
Braving the elements with this one. Hope you used the long way round! Nicely timed to get the waves hitting the path pity you could not have persuaded some kind passer by to be walking along it for you…lol.
6) Del B
Love this one. Once again we are seeing thought having been put into the make up of the image, waiting for people to be in just the right spot makes this. Can foresee this being a very interesting project and one that will be very well thought out.
7) Duncan
A nice record shot of an historic car. Not a lot else to say really.
8) Elaine
An interesting shot, trying to work out if the stones sticking out of the walls formed part of the spiral staircase though they seem to end rather abruptly for that. Makes you think. An interesting angle and composition that leads you nicely to the top though it is a bit difficult to work out any form of scale.
9) Jim C
Love the humour in this one, appeals to me. Very well timed to get the bird in flight and the actions of the handler. Would have liked to have seen just a bit more of the people on the right hand side to gauge their reactions to what was going on.
10) Malcolm
Take it you didn't enter then Malcolm! A good use of colour here and like the way the composition has included the poster to set the scene, many would simply have taken a shot of the 'pencils'.
11) Phil
Great use of DOF here, just enough detail in the girl to show off her youthful exuberance
whilst retaining the all important detail of the sweets. Great composition, lovely image.
12) Robert H
Great capture of what looks to be a real character. Has farmer written all over him. Love the expression on his face looks like something has caught his attention that he is in two minds about! Good use of DOF to isolate the subject but still keep him in context.
Like it a lot.
13) Rob S
This is very much a love it or hate it shot. but whatever one thing is for sure I bet you went down a few notches in popularity stakes taking/posting this one, can hear the cry of don't you dare ringing loud and clear. Love the bravery of posting though, real life rather than posed makes all the difference and makes the image stand out from the crowd.
As to the wall of images it is interesting, some very nice stuff there from the look of it.
For me its a firmly in the love it camp.
1. Good idea to blend the shot to control the light extremes. Nice serence shot.
ReplyDelete2. A villain from early Dr Who? I like the intrigue in this and think the mono treatment serves it well.
3. Love the atmosphere and poignancy of lone figure. I find the black block a tad on the large side.
4. Great optical illusion - dynamism caused by diagonal lines vs logic that says the cars ain't going anywhere!
5. Wow! Never seen the causeway like that! A step forward might have obliterated the hand-rail, but I'm very glad you didn't!
7. A true boy's toy!
8. I like the abstract feel of this and might be inclined to crop tighter to emphasise this.
9. Ha! Ha! "He went that way guv". Anything that makes me laugh is good!
10. Well spotted - great combo of coloured lines and fence.
11. Excellent capture - perfect timing!
12. Lovely candid with enough environment to tell us what it is and not too much to distract.
13. Nice juxtaposition of mono geometry and coloured other shapes.
These were uploaded by Phil as Del had a problem first time around, she writes: "Having written detailed comments once and losing them, my second rounds of comments is somewhat pithier!"
1) Bill A:
ReplyDeleteFine tranquil picture with excellent lighting taking full advantage of lovely early morning conditions
2) Bill S:
An intriguing study which clearly benefits from being taken in B & W
3) Dave S:
A fine shot producing an air of mystery, which benefits from being in B & W, but where the ‘black’ area is perhaps a bit too dominant
4) David F:
Good shot with excellent lighting and positioning
6) Del B:
Great street photograph boosted by the strong colour of the doors and with the perfect timing in capturing the figures
7) Duncan K:
The photograph brings back memories of when I used to watch motor racing and recalling Jim Clark in his Lotus. A good shot of a piece of history!
8) Elaine J:
A strong image of a stone structure (presumably at the Castle) but making it into a rather abstract study leading the viewer to wonder what it is and to where it is leading
9) Jim C:
A fun shot taken with precise timing, resulting in the excellent title
10) Malcolm R:
Good picture with the obvious benefit of the wonderful mixed colours of the pencils but strengthened by the foreground of the fence
11) Phil C:
Great shot with superb timing and focus, strengthened by the girl’s joyful expression and the colour balance
12) Robert H:
Wonderful picture of the farmer; clearly a great country character taken in his natural environment. The shot benefits from being in B & W
13) Rob S:
An interesting picture of a picture gallery scene at home - with the red nose of the clown standing out
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ReplyDeleteAn interesting sculpture but I believe a photograph of artwork should add something to it.
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I like the idea and believe this has almost worked. For me the picture is a letterbox of the top left, removing the large empty area, for me, adds to the picture.
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The display has strong dynamics and lighting and the ideal blue sky does not detract as it otherwise might.
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A feature of Weston I was not previously aware of. The crashing wave is a nice touch, if only the viewpoint had been lower so the wave broke through the skyline.
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The strong repeating pattern in red is an eye catcher and the two figures traveling in opposite directions add another dynamic but I am still left wanting more, perhaps because the viewpoint is so square on?
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A good picture of a fine vehicle which, as a former petrol-head appeals to me.
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An unusual picture in as much as there is no real reference at first as to which direction the viewer is looking (up or along) and only closer inspection with some architectural knowledge provides the clue. A well chosen viewpoint which makes the viewer examine the contents to gain information. Shame about the blown sky.
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Good composition, timing and shutter speed all combine here in an image that I feel is let down by too great a depth of field; a wider aperture would have separated man and bird better from the surroundings and given less import to the castle.
10
Documenting ordinary events has far more benefit for the future viewers than the present day. Where would we be without Sutcliffe, Ravillious etc?
11
This image demonstrates good creative input by the photographer. The shallow dof removes the niggle about horizons off square that would otherwise arise. The colours are good and the girls happy smile evident.
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A larger than life country character captured in his environment.
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Is this a picture of the gallery or the wife? I agree with the first poster on this being a love it or hate it shot.
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ReplyDeleteA beautiful shot, great light and given the fact you have blended three frames it shows how well you control the final image to achieve such stunning work.
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The figures look huge, are they? I like the framing and viewpoint gives the impression of giants fighting in the landscape.
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A mysterious scene, the grey buildings just visible in the distance add the atmosphere. Feels like a set from a crime thriller.
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Oddly enough I was at Goodwood in 2003 when this must have been shot and remember seeing the Ford GT40s on high. An incredible piece of scultpure and caught very well in good light here.
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Great to hear you have your M9 back and it’s good to get out straight away and photograph our glorious summer, or not...
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A well balanced frame, with the red adding drama and what looks to be an interesting project, hope to see more of it in future.
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Looks like a beautiful machine, bet it looks and sounds wonderful on the track too.
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A good angle and one that shows the strength of the construction. It’s a shame the sky was not blue!
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A well captured moment in what looks like a lovely setting.
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Hope you didn’t have to sharpen them all!
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An excellent portrait of the man at work. The dress and his expression all add to the feeling that this is a man who knows his business well.
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An interesting picture, perhaps capturing what it’s like to live woth a photographer – always being asked to sit here, stand there....
1) A fine picture depicting the calm of the "rosy fingered dawn". Extreme contrast has been well handled - presumably that's where the blending comes in?
ReplyDelete2) An oddball sculpture but at least we can see what it represents. It appears to be semi-transparent - and huge, a real figure beside it would give it another dimension.
3 )I like the silhouette set against the distant shoreline but am disturbed that the edges are lost along the base and right hand side - a print that needs a border to set it off?
4) No idea of scale here - not that it matters that much, a very bright and dynamic shot.
5) You have captured the breaking wave (and the mud of the Severn Estuary). Ideally it needed to be taken from a point a few feet further forward to eliminate the handrail but that would have been risky.
6) A very simple shot on the face of it but the timing was crucial to catch the two profiles against the white walls between the red doors - very much a decisive moment.
7) A tightly framed and competent shot but, not being a car buff, not one that I find terribly exciting.
8) It took me a while to get my head around this one but I think I've got it now - a partially collapsed tower (one the Cromwell knocked about a bit perhaps?) with a spiral stairway and an arrow slit shot from below at close quarters. The unusual angle turns it into a puzzle picture that leaves questions unanswered - what happened here, when and why?
9) You only had one chance for this so you did well to capture the moment however the inclusion of a little more of the crowd on the right would make the tale more complete.
11) I'm not entirely convinced about this one but great bokeh.
12) A fine figure of a man, a great (literally) character, his cap and stick make the picture.
!3) Well, it's different. I notice that she has her back to the gallery, not sure what that says!
Re. No. 5: Strangely enough, I went to some trouble to get the hand rail into the picture in order to demonstrate that it was a 'Public Thoroughfare'...?! However, you are right a couple of steps forward and I would have been well and truly soaked!
Delete1) Bill A , 'Dawn at Foxton'
ReplyDeleteI like the sky's reflection in the water and the sunrise exposure is spot on. The whole scene has rather too many elements and I keep looking at them wondering where to start … I'm more drawn more towards the trees in the background which constitute a beautiful sunrise picture by themselves … Overall a lovely picture but a bit too busy pictorially .. very well put together technically.
2) Bill S 'Boys in the park'
Intriguing sculpture which I imagine is very difficult to photograph i.e. the enormity of it is hard to convey especially as there are three figures to capture - but the lighting here shows off the artwork quite well. I do not recall seeing many photos taken with a 35mm Elmar - the lens produces a good image. Although I enjoy looking at this composition, I'm wondering if it's possible to show more of the third figure - perhaps not - unless detail is sacrificed in the other two. Difficult subject but well handled.
3) Dave S , 'Snapping a snapper'
There are possibilities with this scene but on my monitor the foreground beach in silhouette is rather overwhelming - but I like the the pose of the figure which does convey that he/she is exploring the misty scene beyond. It's a brave photographer who ventures out in this mist. I'm wondering if the photo might work better if it was cropped to a letterbox format i.e. lose the bottom 25%?
4) David F, 'Goodwood Festival of Speed in 2003'
I like the dynamics of the photo as regards use of the diagonal … but the actual track/road/base in the artwork is rather confusing … The model cars do not convey much in the way of speed because they look too static - even though the track? looks 'fast' . Lighting is fine - but I'm left wondering what the structure/artwork/ scene is all about - especially with the cars being supported above the base/track.
5) David K 'Dry Public Thoroughfare - Except at High Tide'
Interesting viewpoint and good use of aperture to render the whole scene sharp. Although the waves breaking over the thoroughfare convey the power of the tide I'm left wanting to see the same scene when it's really rough weather - when a monochrome composition could work really well. I think the photo needs to be viewed at a larger size to be fully appreciated - as it is it's too small.
6) Del B Chelsea Fire Station
This does not convey much to me because neither figure has sufficient 'box office' appeal to hold my interest . I'd much rather see the fire engines leaving the station as the lady cyclist pedals by . Not enough going on in the scene - but maybe you had waited for something and nothing much was going on ? Maybe another day there could be a different picture waiting for you.
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ReplyDelete8) Elaine J 'Caerlaverack'
Interesting rock-scape shapes and I expect a geologist would enjoy analysing the scene - but from a pictorial point of view the bland sky beyond lacks interest and does not provide enough of a compliment for/to the rocks. I'm left wondering if a better viewpoint could have been chosen as there is plenty of interest in the shapes and patterns of the rocks.
9) Jim C 'It's behind you'
An amusing scene but the owl looks anther static and I'd ilk to see more of the audience … and a bit more of the actual bird action i.e. interacting with the hawker ... assuming this was a birds of prey demonstration? As it is there is not much being conveyed.
10) Malcolm R 'Drawing Competition'
Intriguing pattern picture well seen as regards the competition notice i.e. complimented nicely by the giant pencils .
11) Phil C , 'Love Hearts'
A very happy picture - good enough for a sweetie advert - and I like the use of selective focus and the chosen camera angle.
12) Robert H, Abergavenny livestock market
I enjoy looking at this study very much … because it conveys so much … there is so much character portrayed by the figure .. he seems to be the epitome of a country farmer …maybe one who enjoys his tipple … and his crook suggests he's a livestock expert .. and the expression on his face speaks volumes . A very nicely caught character study … but the photo could maybe benefit from a more descriptive title i.e. more character specific.
13) Rob S , 'New B&W wall'
A very bold and different folio entry … one for the family album … Enjoying a well earned cuppa after hanging the artworks?
1. Bill A.
ReplyDeleteThere is a large input from Bill to produce this picture, The Light, shape, colour and depth have all been enhanced . It takes a talented artist to produce work of this quality. I think I’ll take up Golf.
2. Bill S.
Interesting subject brought to life in Monochrome.
3..Dave S.
Maybe a small crop on the right hand side would produce more impact to the picture. The monochrome has increased the interest, colour would I think be a distraction.
4. David F.
First impression was, are the cars full size ?, the angle it was taken at adds to the pictures interest.
5.David K.
Gives a whole new meaning to taking an afternoon stroll.
6. Del B.
Perfect timing to turn a bland background into an amusing picture.
How long did you wait to get the result ??.
7. Duncan.
A classic, always worth a picture, I saw this in the BGP at Aintree. Pity Colin Chapman didn’t build more safety into the design. He was always reducing the weight on suspension links, at a great cost to Drivers.
8. Elaine.J.
So refreshing to see another angle on Castles. The colour shape and stone surface texture are so very interesting to explore. I downloaded the picture and had an enjoyable 45 min exploring various parts . there are about another 10-12 pictures in the frame. Great picture.
9 JIM c……………………………………………….same old rubbish from way back.
10. Malcolm R.
The fence posts round tops compliment the verticals of the pencils/ it also looks good in monochrome. Well composed and balanced.
11. Phil C.
An inventive us of DOF. Creates a real impact on the subject.
I like the idea, it gives a new slant for so many possibilities. I think you may find this technique making it’s way in a few pictures in the future . That’s what free circles are for???
12 Robert H.
You caught the character of the subject. He looks very pleased , I think he may have won the Pie eating contest.
13. Rob S.
I like the idea of a casual candid portrait. The balance and composition are spot on. I had a little play with the picture in P/Shop. The picture in Mono unifies the whole scene.
1) Bill A , 'Dawn at Foxton'
ReplyDeleteI love the reflection and the position of the boat and bridge. From experience canal boats are surprisingly hard to capture. Love it.
2) Bill S 'Boys in the park'
I like the square(ish) format but for me the trees in the background are too strong.
3) Dave S , 'Snapping a snapper'
The strong dark and greyish tones works really well. The small detail of the cranes and mast with the bold outline of the snapper is perfect. An image I really like.
4) David F, 'Goodwood Festival of Speed in 2003'
What an intriguing photo. I wonder though if it needed something else in the short so you can place or appreciate its size?
5) David K 'Dry Public Thoroughfare - Except at High Tide'
Echoing others it’s a shame the handrail is in shot and I suspect I would have tried to make the sky a little more menacing myself but otherwise I like the parallel lines and perspective.
6) Del B Chelsea Fire Station
I like the idea but there is too little going on and there is too much road for me to make it really work. But street photography is my thing and I would love to see more like this.
7) - Duncan K '1960 Lotus 18 Formula One...'
What a lovely classic car nicely capture but for me, I think, I want the photograph to ‘add’ something. Not sure what but…
8) Elaine J 'Caerlaverack'
I agree with other comments this doesn’t have enough in it to reference it so you’re kind of wondering what it’s about. Perhaps it would work if the sky or stonework was interesting. Perhaps, even, someone looking over the top! Great to see though a different angle.
9) Jim C 'It's behind you'
What a beautiful setting and I like the humour. Yes, a little more of the crowd would have been good but at these moments you don’t think about that sort of thing.
10) Malcolm R 'Drawing Competition'
The colour, lines and perspective are great with the sign adding some extra information. Very nice.
11) Phil C , 'Love Hearts'
A strong image with great DOF but still enough to see the smile.
12) Robert H, Abergavenny livestock market
People are so interesting and this capture this farmer really well. I like the use of B&W but I would have been tempted to have obscured or even remove the arm on the rail.
13) Rob S , 'New B&W wall'
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