Fun with Nikon Images

[rayyan]

Corlan, thanks.

 

[rayyan]

 

[bensonga]

A welder at the shipyard.

3. D700; AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR; 300mm; 1/160s @ f/5.6; ISO 100

Cheers, Matt

I really like your photos from the shipyard Matt! Must have been really interesting to be there taking photos of the welder at work.

Gary

 

[bensonga]

This is a powerful image that just begs for the back story.....what's happening here?

Gary

 

[viablex1]

seconded very interesting!! well captured

 

[m_driscoll]

Had the privilege of shooting the HS senior portraits of a special young lady this week. We've known her since she was a pre-teen, and always considered her cute, but quiet and shy. We couldn't have been more wrong! When we started the shoot she really came out of her shell... she lit up the place like a carbon-arc spotlight. We had a blast. Here are some results.
D3s, 85/1.4G
D3s, 70-200/2.8 VR II

D3s, 70-200/2.8 VR II

Ok, a few more:

D3s, 70-200/2.8 VRII


D3s, 85/1.4G

Lloyd: Nicely done. These are all great. My favorites are these two. Great color and composition. I'm sure these made her happy! :thumbup:

Cheers, Matt

http://mdriscoll.zenfolio.com

 

[m_driscoll]

+1. Not a usual fan of this kind of processing but it sure works pretty well here. :thumbup:...

Corlan: Thanks. Occasionally, I have to stray from the "path". Here's two less processed versions. I do like the way that guy on the right is caught looking.

D700; Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM; 25mm; 1/500s @ f/2.8; ISO 200

Cheers, Matt.

http://mdriscoll.zenfolio.com

 

[m_driscoll]

I have never done much in the way of portraits but I was talked into do a portrait course and started it last week.

From Week #1


Alice 1 by peterb666, on Flickr

From Week #2


Alice - high key 2 by peterb666, on Flickr

Beautiful results (and subject) Peter.

Peter: +1! Really great tone. :thumbup:

Cheers, Matt

http://mdriscoll.zenfolio.com

 

[m_driscoll]

wow that 85 F1.4 is nice and damn look at that asbestos on that pipe!!!!!

some more..


_DSC3989 by gungyduo, on Flickr


_DSC4070 by gungyduo, on Flickr

Matt: Great photo session! And...your wife helped? The model has a pretty intense look. These two stand out for me.

Cheers, Matt

http://mdriscoll.zenfolio.com

 

[m_driscoll]

Some say Uncle Ben is nice.
Who cares. So long as it is rice.
Cooked by one with a bit of spice.
Of course, the rice.

I agree... rice is nice; on any day.
Great shot. The play of the light on the green really takes my eyes there. It almost has a sense of motion. Great clouds, amazing color.

Rayyan: +1! :thumbup:

Rayyan: What the heck is going on here? Serious grimace; spilled drops of water; white suit; tattoos; and red flowers over the "mugger's" ear? Excellent capture. :thumbup:

Cheers, Matt

http://mdriscoll.zenfolio.com

 

[m_driscoll]

Nice series Matt. Is that reflection on this face mask that looks like flames? Very interesting.

Lloyd: Thanks! He's got racing flames painted on his face mask's neck guards. Way

Matt, like this one; as it makes it more rainy!
These are cool! ( is that correct ? ). Love the colors. Very participative shots.:thumbs:

Rayyan: Thank you, my friend!

Ultra Cool!

Steve: Thanks!

I REALLY like this image Matt and what you've done with it......I have no clue what kind of post processing is involved to achieve this look, but it really works here. :thumbup:
Gary

I really like your photos from the shipyard Matt! Must have been really interesting to be there taking photos of the welder at work.
Gary

Gary: Thanks! I was just walking by the shipyard at lunch. There's a public overlook at the street end. Not so close, either; it was a 300mm lens.

The processing started life as a "Lightroom Preset" that I downloaded. I mix to "taste". If anybody wants it ... email me at [email protected] and I'll send it along.
(Corlan knows that unusual pp won't make a bad photo any better; but, it could reinforce the photographer's intent. Did I put words in your mouth?)

Gary: It's the June issue. A copy is 8" from my left hand. Your's is probably winding it's way North (the boat leaves here weekly :ROTFL.

Cheers, Matt

http://mdridscoll.zenfolio.com

 

[m_driscoll]

I'm always prone to excessive behavior! Here's an example. Set aside whether this is a "good photo", or not. Does the second pp make the truck seem older and more abandoned? Does it push the image back in time? Does it enhance the photo in any substantive way, or, is it just a different flavor?

D7000; AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR; 60mm; 1/125s @ f/4; ISO 100

Cheers, Matt

http://mdriscoll.zenfolio.com

 

[Corlan F.]

Corlan: Thanks. Occasionally, I have to stray from the "path". Here's two less processed versions. I do like the way that guy on the right is caught looking.

D700; Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM; 25mm; 1/500s @ f/2.8; ISO 200

Cheers, Matt.

http://mdriscoll.zenfolio.com

The b&w version really works for me. :thumbup:

Rayyan: +1! :thumbup:


Rayyan: What the heck is going on here? Serious grimace; spilled drops of water; white suit; tattoos; and red flowers over the "mugger's" ear? Excellent capture. :thumbup:

Cheers, Matt

http://mdriscoll.zenfolio.com

Yes Rayyan. Fantastic capture and indeed like everyone else i'm wondering... :wtf: is happening here?

I'm always prone to excessive behavior! Here's an example. Set aside whether this is a "good photo", or not. Does the second pp make the truck seem older and more abandoned? Does it push the image back in time? Does it enhance the photo in any substantive way, or, is it just a different flavor?

Cheers, Matt

http://mdriscoll.zenfolio.com

Definitely more dramatic.
Not unlike HDR, bleach bypass processing has its merits. Depends on the subject i guess


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[Corlan F.]

Heard Rayyan over my shoulder: "Corlan my friend, why do you keep shooting with those plastic AF lenses when you got these beautiful sturdy Zeiss glass waiting in your bag?"
"Sure, but it's not always convenient and..."
"No excuses. Just use them a little more, you'll see. So good for portraits."
"If you say so..."


"Then, i have a lot of processing tricks and secrets for you."
"Not now, Rayyan, thanks. One thing at a time for my limited brain cells. I'll concentrate on the light and let see how the camera plays..."


D3X - Zeiss 50M - f5.6 - no processing AWB no color temp no filters - just basic RAW profile in ACR/LR

"See?"



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[Corlan F.]

"Wait. Works for both genres, too..."


(same settings as above - no PP)

OK Rayyan. You win.





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[shtarka1]

Corlan, Soulful Masterpieces!!!:salute:

 

[shtarka1]

Matt, Both Retro With Yes, "Different Flavors"! Leaning Towards The Second Image. I Think It Would Pop Nicely In A White & Black Matt & a Subdued Reddish Frame.

 

[shtarka1]

Some say Uncle Ben is nice.
Who cares. So long as it is rice.
Cooked by one with a bit of spice.
Of course, the rice.

Rayyan , I Was In Arizona in 1993, Staying At My Brother-In -Laws Place. His Sister's Husband (Stay With Me Now) Was Friend's With The Owners Of "Uncle Bens Rice". They Took Us Up To Mr. Uncle Ben's Ranch Which Was Set In One Of The Mountains In Some Tiny Off The Map Town in AZ. Needless To Say It Wan An Amazing Place Filled With Horses, Chickens & A Sh*tload Of Dogs! I Have A Bunch Of Pics Of This Grand Abode & If I Ever Set Up My Scanner , I'll Post A Few.
Beautiful Image!

 

[shtarka1]

Corlan: Thanks. Occasionally, I have to stray from the "path". Here's two less processed versions. I do like the way that guy on the right is caught looking.

Cheers, Matt.

http://mdriscoll.zenfolio.com

Im Loving The Color Version Here! That Pink Umbrella Glows!

 

[shtarka1]

I have never done much in the way of portraits but I was talked into do a portrait course and started it last week.

From Week #1


Alice 1 by peterb666, on Flickr

From Week #2


Alice - high key 2 by peterb666, on Flickr

Peter, Very Pretty Young Lady! Im Seeing The Singer, "Jewel" Here! Nicely Shot!