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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 2 |
Sep 21 |
Comment |
I think the image does justice to the scope and size of this giant. In my opinion you could reduce the shadows some to bring out more detail. The two factors that really drive how you shoot Big Boy are sun position and proximity. I think too many people think the closer the better. In reality closer really limits your options. Todays quality glass allows for a higher aspect from greater distances. So you don't need to be really close to get that "head-on" look. When I planned both the first time and this recent shot, there was a specific image I wanted. But I also wanted the flexibility to start shooting sooner and to shoot through the desired composition. That also meant consideration of background and sun angle. I would leave the tri-pod in the car. At 1/1000 sec you just don't need it. You paid for vibration compensation, use it. You are allowed to set your camera down if it starts getting heavy. One more point about getting close. Without something in the image to compare, in my opinion you lose the ability to express just how massive 4014 is. If it comes through again find a spot where she's just getting up to speed. She'll be blowing steam or smoke and she'll be slower, giving you additional time to get the shot. At 50mph she's doing 70 feet per second. At 30mph she's only doing 44 feet per second. |
Sep 8th |
1 comment - 0 replies for Group 2
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| 38 |
Sep 21 |
Reply |
Thanks, Michael. I appreciate the encouragement. |
Sep 25th |
| 38 |
Sep 21 |
Reply |
I learned about the tour and it's planned trail through the Union Pacific Steam Club I joined after the last trip of 4014 through Arkansas in 2019. They also have a Facebook page where members can share stories and photos of Union Pacific locomotives. The club admin sends out e-mails for advanced notification of planned trips to members. We get no other special treatment other than early notifications. Otherwise, the local media alerts the general public. |
Sep 21st |
| 38 |
Sep 21 |
Comment |
I don't know how you do it. You always manage to put together a beautiful image that intrigues and at the same time leaves me wondering what it is that makes it so appealing and at the same time confusing. There's a story and it leaves me wanting to know what it is. A book, a sky and a beautiful woman...At one end this is very simple but at the end of the day I'm left thinking a good playwriter could write a movie about this image. Just amazing...and I don't know why. You have a gift and I hope you keep sharing it with us. |
Sep 12th |
| 38 |
Sep 21 |
Comment |
I think you've chosen an appropriate image for this month. It is very emotional and tells the story well. To me the focus should be on the facial expressions. The faces tell, or hint, at the story. Your technique captured a properly focused image that was properly exposed. I tend to try to follow a particular rule when composing or cropping: Take out anything that does NOT contribute to the story or is distracting. I know that is not always possible. Since I think the faces tell the story I've severely cropped out a lot of your image. I think you've done a great job capturing the moment. This is just my take and we all know we all have a different take. Great job being there and being prepared. |
Sep 12th |
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| 38 |
Sep 21 |
Comment |
I love the colors and the sense of action this technique conveys. Everything works to draw my eyes into the image. It looks to me like this would require a lot of practice to keep everything from being just a blur. It's not something I've tried. It also appears you have mastered a technique you enjoy. This would make a really good poster for a music studio or music store. Well done. |
Sep 12th |
| 38 |
Sep 21 |
Comment |
I like what you did with the black background. I like how the thin petals draw my eyes to the main bloom. I think you have once again validated the value of (1) patience and (2) knowing your subject. I'm with Art in that I think the center of the flower needed a little lightening. Other than that, congratulations on your patience. Very nice image. |
Sep 8th |
| 38 |
Sep 21 |
Comment |
Thanks for the suggestions. For the life of me I have no idea where those three light dots came from. I redid the original processing and they aren't there. Nice catch. I might have printed this with those dots and that would have been bad. |
Sep 2nd |
5 comments - 2 replies for Group 38
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6 comments - 2 replies Total
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