This was a photo taken on a late in the afternoon in the month of December. The warm color and the intensity of the light enhances the the color of the brick. I love trying out different angles.
Phoebus section of Hampton, VA
Sometimes called the "Ultimate Street Photographer Louis Mendes shoots with a Speed Graphic camera with two flash units and a Polaroid back. I have met him and talked with him on several occasions. He can be found in NYC in front of B&H photo or Adorama when not shooting special events. If you ever see him be sure to say hello. Be sure to "friend" him on Facebook.
Yorktown, VA
Our photo club has an exhibit at the Poquoson Seafood Festival in Poquoson, VA. We encourage our members to take/make photos and to exhibit work at festivals and galleries. We have so many talented photographers. I am proud to know them.
HRDPC members- Cynthia Stephenson and Jerry Gammon
Crazy X- Check them out at Crazy X Band
Taken earlier this week a picture of the James River Bridge.
It's Friday Night and its High School Football
This is the Hearst Tower in Charlotte NC. During a trip to Charlotte in 2012, I decided I would get up early and take some photographs in downtown Charlotte. As I walked by the Hearst Tower I noticed that the security personnel were mobilizing. I know I'm a force to be reckoned with but this was just a little ridiculous. At some point at least four security guards had surrounded me. They let me know in a friendly way that I could not take pictures while on the sidewalks of the Hearst Tower. Now based on my training I could have resisted (just kidding) but they were very friendly and so was I. In fact, I had gotten some great pictures from several blocks away so I never intended to try to photograph the building. I thought about complaining but it was private property and they have that right. The security guards were very polite, friendly and professional. As photographers we often hear of situations involving security guards that don't have good outcomes.
I returned to the area this year and surprisingly did not have the same reaction. The difference is this year I was only carrying a point and shoot. For this excursion I only had my Nikon point and shoot. It was a grey day and I expected it to rain at any moment. My message is this. Perception and first impressions are important. Have a great day.
Good morning its Wednesday and its Hump Day. Don't worry no camel photo today.
Another photo from my archives from Norfolk Zoo. Should I crop it or leave it alone. What do you think?
You know of Scott because of the National Association of Photoshop Professional but we don't give him enough credit for being a great photographer. If you have never been to his blog and portfolio here is the link. Scott Kelby.com Make sure you click on the portfolio link.
Today's photo is from a few years ago at Norfolk Zoo.
BTW, Happy Columbus Day!!
A great person that has so much character in his face.
You don't have to photograph the entire subject.
Before and after it rains you can always find good images. Subjects can take on a very interesting look when wet. Today's photograph has a few Lightroom adjustments/split toning and just a little color added.
In the Hampton Roads area we have had a lot of rain. Stay dry.
Coleman Bridge
Do I need to say anymore?
Here are some great resources for learning photography on the web. The first two are subscription based and will cost you some money. The others don't charge but are still great resources. There are many great photography sites and these are just a few. I will share more in the near future.
Glyn Dewis is a photographer, retoucher and trainer from Oxford in the UK. This guy has awesome Photoshop skills. Please check his website and portfolio here.
We had a wonderful day at the Worldwide Photowalk 2013-Yorktown VA. We had 32 photographers of the 28,000+ who signed up Worldwide. You can view some of the photos from the day here.
Today, October 5, 2013 is the 6th Annual Scott Kelby Worldwide Photo Walk. So far about 26,000 people are signed up for this year's event. The are walks schedule all over the world. If you're reading this you are probably too late for this year but consider signing up next year. For more information. WorldWidePhotoWalk
A view of the Chesapeake Bay. Taken with my iPhone.
iPhone photo
This just might be the best pastrami sandwich in NYC.
