Nikon D300s, Nikkor AFS 12-24 f/4.0-5.6, 19 mm, f/22, ISO 100, HDR, 9 Exposures
During my recent trip to Baltimore I had the pleasure of visiting Fort McHenry. It was a beautiful, but freezing cold day. The wind was really whipping out on the harbor. I explored for as long as I could, but, finally, the cold got the best of me. While in my car driving back to my Son’s house, the only thing I had on my mind was getting the feeling back in my fingers. As most of us sometimes are, I was oblivious to my surroundings. Traffic was flowing along smoothly, when, much to my dismay, I came to a red light. In New Hampshire (where I live), the law says that we must stop at all of the 5 traffic lights in our state. So, being the law abiding citizen that I am, I ignored the sound of the guy behind me sitting on his horn and stopped at the red light. As I was waiting, I was letting my eyes wander aimlessly when, right there outside my driver’s side window, I saw this scene. The reflections caused by the setting sun on this glass structure just begged to be photographed. This is Baltimore’s American Visionary Art Museum. Although I didn’t have the time to go inside, their website tells me that it is high on the list for my next trip to the city.
We have another snow storm heading to the Northeast, and the heaviest snowfall is expected to be at my house. Not in my State, not in my Town, not on my Street, but at my house! At least that’s what I think I heard the weatherman say. Needless to sat, this forecast, combined with very cold temperatures has sort of diminished my desire to take my camera and go in search of a new image. But, at the same time, I didn’t want to miss a daily post. So I decided to dig into my archives for an image that would be representative of the weather and my mood. I thought what better time to play with some of the new ideas that Brian Matiash shared during yesterday’s spectacular onOne webinar. For those of you that haven’t had an opportunity to attend one of these webinar’s, it is a very worthwhile investment of an hour of your time. This image also got me thinking about Bob Lussier’s recent post where he talked about going back to a location numerous times and trying to take a fresh approach each time you go. Portland Head light is one of my favorite photo locations, and one that I know for a fact that I will be revisiting it many times!
Nikon D700, Nikkor AFS 28-70 f2.8, 38 mm, f/22, ISO 200, HDR, 9 Exposures
This is the final image that I will be posting from the Locomotive Graveyard Series, and it is actually one of my favorites. There is so much detail in this image, both inside the vehicle and out, that I was wondering if I would be able to capture it all. I didn’t even notice the barn (through the passenger side window) until I was processing the image, but I sure am glad it was there. It added a whole other dimension to the scene. This scene is actually the cab of the truck part of an old crane that was parked away from the trains. I’m not sure what it was used for, or if it had any real connection to the railroad. But, it was there and calling out to me. Although, by this point, my fingers were numb, and my pants were pretty wet from the snow, I just couldn’t walk away without one final capture.
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Lisa Eastland - I like it is the Visionary Art Museum and you had such a great eye for the photo!
John Sotiriou - Sheila, I’m glad I could put a smile on your face. Thanks
Sheila Stewart Harrold - John, you’ve inspired me to slow down for red lights…great shot!
Jim Denham - Awesome reflections John. Great processing!