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Originally uploaded by slowmanluis

My daughter is one of the peoplle working on the school yearbook and she is doing some of the sports photography. I try to help when I can and at the same time practice some of the techniques I've learned. Gyms are really poorly lit so I set up 2 flashes to cross light at the top of the key. I was still shooting at 640ISO and F2.8-F4.0 to get these shots. I think I could have gotten more photos but as an 'outsider' I was a bit hesitant to shoot freely as I didn't want to be a distraction.

Richmond Sunset
Originally uploaded by slowmanluis

They say it's warmer down that area so this filter isn't totally out of line. ;-D. Trying out some filters...easy at times...very difficult most times.

Cheapo Sunset filter + Singh-Ray Graduated filter ND 3G SS.

back alley
Originally uploaded by slowmanluis

It wasn't the most glorious day ever but at least there was some blue skies and it was enough fo rme. I took a walk to Queen E and took photos along the way. What a great way to spend the morning.

sheesh

sheesh
Originally uploaded by slowmanluis

Michael Grecco lighting...I tried anyway. Interesting setup. To create the shadow and light the face, you need to block the light coming from the front from hitting the face.

Strobist info: Vivitar 285HV snooted on camera high/left; Vivitar 285HV gobo'ed from low in front.

night sky
Originally uploaded by slowmanluis

Winter trees make for interesting patterns. I didn't convert this to b&w but it's probably more artsy that way. We do miss the sunshine lately as it has been dark and gloomy.

you have been warned...

you have been warned...
Originally uploaded by slowmanluis

This fellow has the oddest sense of humour...

Strobist info: Vivitar 285HV with silver umbrella for fill; SB-800 bare for background; SB-80DX with snoot for hairlight; lots of patience as controlling flash is never that simple specially in a small room.

not a day over 59...

not a day over 59...
Originally uploaded by slowmanluis

Strobist info: Vivitar 285HV with shoot-thru umbrella for main; Vivitar 285HV with silver umbrella for fill; SB-800 bare for background; SB-80DX with snoot for hairlight; lots of patience as controlling flash is never that simple specially in a small room.

birthday girl
Originally uploaded by slowmanluis

Interesting how the brain works sometimes. I've had this 12-24 wide angle lens for a while. Loved it at first and then started noticing the distortions on the edges. Have not used it for a while until I remembered an article that recommended that the main subject be centered and let the rest be. Why it made sense today all of a sudden is beyond me so here's for a slap on the forehead for finally understanding.

sunset?

sunset?
Originally uploaded by slowmanluis

Got some cheapo filters and experimenting with it (its totally gray out there in case you haven't peeped out). Now that I got the technicals I am ready to fit to Kitsilano to take some sunset shots...

cross lighting in a room

cross lighting in a room
Originally uploaded by slowmanluis

Created this mosaic from a series of photos that I took in our living room using a 2 flash setup at each end of the room. We were able to move around the room without changing settings and get decent photos. Using flash, once you learn how to, is just terrific.

Sunset Beach

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Originally uploaded by Luis Reyes

ND and graduated filters are part of the tools for capturing landscapes. The ND filters cut down on the light and allow for slower exposures which results in water being blurred. The graduated filters allow one to cut down on the dynamic range of a scene so that one can avoid blown highlights and deep shadows.

patiently waiting

patiently waiting
Originally uploaded by Luis Reyes

Part of the fun on being flickr is the friends you make and have fun with. As with this photo I took of me being ready for dinner was a result of Teresa showing her thanksgiving dinner. I was ready for it.

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!
Originally uploaded by Luis Reyes

Have to try a flash located in the back and visible. Great fun, interesting result.

the Ramakien
Originally uploaded by Luis Reyes

I have been to Bangkok so many times I can't even remember when I took these slide photos. This is from the Grand Palace which is one of the must-see attractions in Bangkok.

Ramakien

The complete set.

bali - kachak
Originally uploaded by Luis Reyes

This 'dance' was performed in the dark by a large number of men (30-40?) who were seated and made these hand/arm motions. They at the same time chanted 'kachak' from where the name of the dance originates.

The set

Bagan 3
Originally uploaded by Luis Reyes

I travelled to this magical city some 20 years ago. The photos here are scanned from slides that are a bit faded but I think the view that it provides is still a wonder to see.

The complete set is here.