holding time

“Photography takes an instant out of time, altering life by holding it still.”
Dorothea Lange (1895-1965)

Monday, January 17, 2011

Monday, January 17, 2010: Amazing Clouds



It took a lot of bracketing to get these shots. Bracketing is when you take a shot and then two more--one that is one stop above and then another below the original f stop. This is a good technique to use to make sure you get the best exposure.

Sunday, January 16, 2011

Sunday, January 1, 2010: Panning


While this isn't a perfect example of panning... it's a good effort. My timing is slightly off and the shutter speed was too quick, but it's a good shot nonetheless. The biker is in almost perfect focus. More practice to come!

Saturday, January 15, 2011

Thursday, January 13, 2011

Thursday, January 13, 2011: Graffiti in the Rubble


Not sure why I like this photo so much.... Maybe the color and the texture in the rubble juxtaposed against the fence that frames the bottom of the shot

Monday, January 10, 2011

Monday, January 10, 2011: Breaking the Rules


According to the rules of composition, you should always leave space for a moving subject to move into. Here I did the opposite. The open space appears behind the subject. I think breaking the rules here gives the shot more of a street photography feel. When we walk down the street we don't anticipate others' moves. Instead, when we see someone interesting pass, we turn our heads to get a better look. That was exactly how this shot was taken... Just trying to keep up with the energy of the streets!

Saturday, January 1, 2011