365/365. 31 December 2010
That's it! i'm done! Last day of the 365! Phew! I really can't believe that I did it!
First of all the thanks....
A big thank you to everyone that's come by, said hello, commented, browsed by mistake, whatever, you've made this experience the all that more special. All 27,000+ of you!
Thanks also goes out to Guy Gowan for the most remarkable photoshop methods (I know he's not a big fan of HDR, but he's non-destructive technique is masterful); Dustin Diaz, he's 365 was the inspiration for starting and all those groups and blogs that's added to my education.
A big thank you to Sony. Although you don't sponsor me, or give me free stuff, or even a discount, I still think your cameras are da bomb! And thanks for buying minolta, because those lenses are sublime.
A big thanks also goes to everyone that's appeared on my 365. Friends, family, colleagues, strangers. Thanks a million. You know who you are.
On to today's shot. I took this about a few weeks ago, in anticipation of the end. (doesn't mean I didn't shoot today, because I did). I figured that the final shot should be a self portrait, considering I've tried my very best o stay away from the front of the camera. HDR now is a matter of habit, although I did cut i back so much that I don't now how much HDR is even present (just something about HDR and skin texture that can be a touch unflattering). And in Black and White, because although I love the tones, I'm really not very confident in seeing things in monochrome.
Well that's it my friends. I want to thank everyone again, and for the final time... NO more tomorrow... maybe. I'm still undecided.
Showing posts with label 365. Show all posts
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Saturday, January 1, 2011
Friday, December 31, 2010
364/365
364/365. 30 December 2010
In The Midnight Hour - Wilson Pickett
Been thinking a lot about what to do after I finish this 365. And am still undecided. I guess it's a wait and see on January 1 2011.
1/1/11 even that has a good ring to be starting something. I've been scouring the Project 365 groups and there seems to be many who have stepped down to a more reasonable Project 52 (one a week). I'm leaning to that, but you know what, I still like the discipline of shooting everyday with a purpose. But just as soon as i think of keeping on, I remember all those nights that I've had to find something to shoot at the 11th hour... not so fun then.
On to today's shot. Tried to take it at the right moment, but ever the need to take a few shots, I just pulled out the battery. The background is a collection of DVDs I've "acquired" over the years. HDR was meant to bring out the wood grain, but the bokeh kind of muted that.
Whatever the decision I make, as soon as I know, you will know. Last one tomorrow... maybe.
In The Midnight Hour - Wilson Pickett
Been thinking a lot about what to do after I finish this 365. And am still undecided. I guess it's a wait and see on January 1 2011.
1/1/11 even that has a good ring to be starting something. I've been scouring the Project 365 groups and there seems to be many who have stepped down to a more reasonable Project 52 (one a week). I'm leaning to that, but you know what, I still like the discipline of shooting everyday with a purpose. But just as soon as i think of keeping on, I remember all those nights that I've had to find something to shoot at the 11th hour... not so fun then.
On to today's shot. Tried to take it at the right moment, but ever the need to take a few shots, I just pulled out the battery. The background is a collection of DVDs I've "acquired" over the years. HDR was meant to bring out the wood grain, but the bokeh kind of muted that.
Whatever the decision I make, as soon as I know, you will know. Last one tomorrow... maybe.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
363/365
363/365. 29 December 2010
More stuff I thought I had to shoot for My 365. Here's the legendary Nunis pool table. It's one of the rare open air pool tables and it's been with the family for a good 2 decades. The cushions may be a bit unpredictable, the wood panelling a bit weather worn, the ball return system just a tad stubborn, but it has brought us thousands of great games, some epic, some less so... and it probably is home to quite a few red backs. But that's just the way we love our table... homely.
2 days to go... More tomorrow.
More stuff I thought I had to shoot for My 365. Here's the legendary Nunis pool table. It's one of the rare open air pool tables and it's been with the family for a good 2 decades. The cushions may be a bit unpredictable, the wood panelling a bit weather worn, the ball return system just a tad stubborn, but it has brought us thousands of great games, some epic, some less so... and it probably is home to quite a few red backs. But that's just the way we love our table... homely.
2 days to go... More tomorrow.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
362/365
362/365. 28 December 2010
Flowers Bloom - Portishead
The heat has been pretty oppressive this holidays, we've had many days in the high 30s and even as high as the sub 40s (Celsius that is). Anyway, I was thinking of shots that I wanted to feature in the twilight of My 365, and Dad's flowers had to have a showing at least once.
So here it is in all it's HDR glory. just hope the weather cools down a bit. 3 days to go. More tomorrow.
Flowers Bloom - Portishead
The heat has been pretty oppressive this holidays, we've had many days in the high 30s and even as high as the sub 40s (Celsius that is). Anyway, I was thinking of shots that I wanted to feature in the twilight of My 365, and Dad's flowers had to have a showing at least once.
So here it is in all it's HDR glory. just hope the weather cools down a bit. 3 days to go. More tomorrow.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
361/365
361/365. 27 December 2010
Red Back Fever - The Angels
Meet the friendly neighbourhood red back spider. This particular one, lives outside my door just waiting for prey to get trapped in her web... which is usually me.
Took this as she spun her web in the sun, hence the bright red glow in her abdomen. Go closer (if you dare) and you'll see traces of her web all round her. I HDRd her just to bring out those fine hairs. 4 Days to go... More tomorrow.
Red Back Fever - The Angels
Meet the friendly neighbourhood red back spider. This particular one, lives outside my door just waiting for prey to get trapped in her web... which is usually me.
Took this as she spun her web in the sun, hence the bright red glow in her abdomen. Go closer (if you dare) and you'll see traces of her web all round her. I HDRd her just to bring out those fine hairs. 4 Days to go... More tomorrow.
Monday, December 27, 2010
360/365
360/365. 26 December 2010
When I See You Smile - Bad English
Spent most of the day in recovery mode. ie sleeping and watching cricket. Ahh the holidays, ain't it grand. Mind you it's also put a dampener of my photo taking.
I did a few shots in the garden today, but wasn't too overawed, mind you, it's hard because anything I shoot is going to find it hard to compete with the little darling Madison. So let's just say here is part 2 of Madison's shoot, and not say I was too lazy to shoot anything else.
When I See You Smile - Bad English
Spent most of the day in recovery mode. ie sleeping and watching cricket. Ahh the holidays, ain't it grand. Mind you it's also put a dampener of my photo taking.
I did a few shots in the garden today, but wasn't too overawed, mind you, it's hard because anything I shoot is going to find it hard to compete with the little darling Madison. So let's just say here is part 2 of Madison's shoot, and not say I was too lazy to shoot anything else.
Sunday, December 26, 2010
359/365
359/365. 25 December 2010
Little Angel - Bad Company
Meet the cutest little 5 year old in the whole universe. Little Maddy is my cousin's kid and she insisted she be in every shot I took during our Christmas Party. So naturally, she is the subject of today's 365.
Here's Maddy mimicking her great grand mother... too funny. A little bit of HDR to bring out the texture of the cloth. But all the cuteness is from the wonderful Madison. More tomorrow.
Little Angel - Bad Company
Meet the cutest little 5 year old in the whole universe. Little Maddy is my cousin's kid and she insisted she be in every shot I took during our Christmas Party. So naturally, she is the subject of today's 365.
Here's Maddy mimicking her great grand mother... too funny. A little bit of HDR to bring out the texture of the cloth. But all the cuteness is from the wonderful Madison. More tomorrow.
Saturday, December 25, 2010
358/365
358/365. 24 December 2010
Christmas Star Light - John Williams
Exactly a year ago today, I decided I was going to do My 365. I took a shot similar to this and thought about whether a year later I'd actually use a shot like this for the collection. Actually I also thought that I would never have made it to this stage, but that's a different story altogether.
Well, here we are a year later, and here is the shot I wanted... talk about pre-planning your shoot. Well the only thing different this time is HDR, which I learnt about 6 months ago.
Enough reminiscing... I'd really like to wish one and all a Merry Christmas, and I hope you have lots of happy snaps from your time with family and friends. More tomorrow.
Christmas Star Light - John Williams
Exactly a year ago today, I decided I was going to do My 365. I took a shot similar to this and thought about whether a year later I'd actually use a shot like this for the collection. Actually I also thought that I would never have made it to this stage, but that's a different story altogether.
Well, here we are a year later, and here is the shot I wanted... talk about pre-planning your shoot. Well the only thing different this time is HDR, which I learnt about 6 months ago.
Enough reminiscing... I'd really like to wish one and all a Merry Christmas, and I hope you have lots of happy snaps from your time with family and friends. More tomorrow.
Friday, December 24, 2010
357/365
357/365. 23 December 2010
Sharpshooter - Motorhead
Christmas party today, and it was at a gun club! How cool is that?
Anyway, I've travelled over 3000km today, and am now back in Perth for the holidays... and as you can expect I'm bushed!
Today's shot is of Stephanie. Chick with a gun in HDR. Need I say more? 8 days to go... more tomorrow.
Sharpshooter - Motorhead
Christmas party today, and it was at a gun club! How cool is that?
Anyway, I've travelled over 3000km today, and am now back in Perth for the holidays... and as you can expect I'm bushed!
Today's shot is of Stephanie. Chick with a gun in HDR. Need I say more? 8 days to go... more tomorrow.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
356/365
356/365. 22 December 2010
Towtruck - Hunters and Collectors
Was at the Welly today and took a few shots, thought I might do one last feature of the Welly before the end. Alas, none were that outstanding or very much different from the ones I've already posted this year, so I revert to this shot with HDR, of course.
It's late, I'm packing, and oh I have a new iPad, but there's time for that later. I'm off to bed now, so... more tomorrow.
Towtruck - Hunters and Collectors
Was at the Welly today and took a few shots, thought I might do one last feature of the Welly before the end. Alas, none were that outstanding or very much different from the ones I've already posted this year, so I revert to this shot with HDR, of course.
It's late, I'm packing, and oh I have a new iPad, but there's time for that later. I'm off to bed now, so... more tomorrow.
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
355/365
355/365. 21 December 2010
Dancing in The Light - Rolling Stones
Took this at a restaurant we went to for lunch. Pretty good little place that we also went to last Friday.
The lighting fixtures were quite unique, so here's a shot from below. I know it doesn't show much of the fixture, but it is a different perspective. HDR evened out the exposure, as I was going for a darker photo. Hope you like it. 10 Days to go. More tomorrow.
Dancing in The Light - Rolling Stones
Took this at a restaurant we went to for lunch. Pretty good little place that we also went to last Friday.
The lighting fixtures were quite unique, so here's a shot from below. I know it doesn't show much of the fixture, but it is a different perspective. HDR evened out the exposure, as I was going for a darker photo. Hope you like it. 10 Days to go. More tomorrow.
Monday, December 20, 2010
354/365
354/365. 20 December 2010
Black Crow - Jamiroquai
With 11 days to go to the end of My 365, I figured I better get to shooting stuff that I always wanted to shoot, but procrastinated.
Here's one of the crow. Well really it's part of a murder of crows (always wanted to use that collective noun... how cool is that - a murder of crows) that hangs around the smoker's shed. Huge, sleek and totally evil looking.
Also couldn't resist HDRing the crow, if just purely for the texture of the feathers. The wood grain was just a bonus. More tomorrow.
Black Crow - Jamiroquai
With 11 days to go to the end of My 365, I figured I better get to shooting stuff that I always wanted to shoot, but procrastinated.
Here's one of the crow. Well really it's part of a murder of crows (always wanted to use that collective noun... how cool is that - a murder of crows) that hangs around the smoker's shed. Huge, sleek and totally evil looking.
Also couldn't resist HDRing the crow, if just purely for the texture of the feathers. The wood grain was just a bonus. More tomorrow.
Sunday, December 19, 2010
353/365
353/365. 19 December 2010
Hair of The Dog - Nazareth
Talk about a one hit wonder. I only took one shot all day, and it worked out just fine. Some days are diamonds, and although there are a few hours left of today to go out and take something else, it's raining and cold and wet and I have a million more excuses.
Here's another shot of Jasper, looking a bit pissed off and mangier than usual, but still adorable. HDR brought out the fur and those eyes. Aaww. More Tomorrow.
Hair of The Dog - Nazareth
Talk about a one hit wonder. I only took one shot all day, and it worked out just fine. Some days are diamonds, and although there are a few hours left of today to go out and take something else, it's raining and cold and wet and I have a million more excuses.
Here's another shot of Jasper, looking a bit pissed off and mangier than usual, but still adorable. HDR brought out the fur and those eyes. Aaww. More Tomorrow.
352/365
352/365. 18 December 2010
Pieces and Parts - Laurie Anderson
Meet the Frankenstein of the bike world, it's unofficially called a "Charlie Davidson". This is my friend Mike's project and it's come a long way in a very short time. Would you believe this was born a 250cc Hyosang? Hope he gets it done up soon.
Anyway, I took this shot in it's little shed, HDR to try and highlight the chrome and matt black bits. More tomorrow.
Pieces and Parts - Laurie Anderson
Meet the Frankenstein of the bike world, it's unofficially called a "Charlie Davidson". This is my friend Mike's project and it's come a long way in a very short time. Would you believe this was born a 250cc Hyosang? Hope he gets it done up soon.
Anyway, I took this shot in it's little shed, HDR to try and highlight the chrome and matt black bits. More tomorrow.
Saturday, December 18, 2010
351/365
351/365. 17 December 2010
Convenient Parking - Modest Mouse
Went out for lunch today and after rounding the car park for a good 5 minutes, the last person to arrive gets the best parking. We're talking rockstar parking here, right outside the restaurant.
Here's a shot of said car "trying" to park right in front of the restaurant. HDR really brought out the remarkable reflection of the sky on the car. And lunch was pretty good as well. More tomorrow.
Convenient Parking - Modest Mouse
Went out for lunch today and after rounding the car park for a good 5 minutes, the last person to arrive gets the best parking. We're talking rockstar parking here, right outside the restaurant.
Here's a shot of said car "trying" to park right in front of the restaurant. HDR really brought out the remarkable reflection of the sky on the car. And lunch was pretty good as well. More tomorrow.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
350/365
350/365. 16 December 2010
Jack The Ripper - Short Stack
Thought I'd give Fifi one more shot before I end My 365. That and I have a new camera. That and Fifi's a really good subject to shoot. Do I need more reasons.
So there are 15 days to go, and I still haven't decided whether to end on New Year's Eve or keep it going on New Year's Day. Wonder if anyone's done a 730? Decisions... decisions. More Tomorrow.
Oh and I've just hit 25,000! Was hoping for 10,000 when I started this year; 20,000 wasn't even a consideration; now at 25,000... what can I say but thanks everyone!
Jack The Ripper - Short Stack
Thought I'd give Fifi one more shot before I end My 365. That and I have a new camera. That and Fifi's a really good subject to shoot. Do I need more reasons.
So there are 15 days to go, and I still haven't decided whether to end on New Year's Eve or keep it going on New Year's Day. Wonder if anyone's done a 730? Decisions... decisions. More Tomorrow.
Oh and I've just hit 25,000! Was hoping for 10,000 when I started this year; 20,000 wasn't even a consideration; now at 25,000... what can I say but thanks everyone!
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
349/365
349/365. 15 December 2010
Back For Good - Take That
Got this cup yesterday. It's a ceramic cup that thinks it's a disposable coffee cup. So it's pretty and pretty cool.
I'll make it a short one today. I HDR'd this thinking that the texture from the cup would pop, instead, I like how the fabric at the bottom has come out. 16 days to go... More tomorrow.
Back For Good - Take That
Got this cup yesterday. It's a ceramic cup that thinks it's a disposable coffee cup. So it's pretty and pretty cool.
I'll make it a short one today. I HDR'd this thinking that the texture from the cup would pop, instead, I like how the fabric at the bottom has come out. 16 days to go... More tomorrow.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
348/365
348/365. 14 December 2010
Wind on the Water - Crosby, Stills and Nash
Took this a couple of days ago. I did take a few shots today, but really did not like the results. I swear this should be the last of the fountain shots... I hope.
The past couple of shots of the fountain have been concentrating on the details. Here's the whole fountain with the water almost overflowing because the wind was hitting hit hard... anyway you get the picture. HDR'd to make the textures pop. More Tomorrow.
Wind on the Water - Crosby, Stills and Nash
Took this a couple of days ago. I did take a few shots today, but really did not like the results. I swear this should be the last of the fountain shots... I hope.
The past couple of shots of the fountain have been concentrating on the details. Here's the whole fountain with the water almost overflowing because the wind was hitting hit hard... anyway you get the picture. HDR'd to make the textures pop. More Tomorrow.
Monday, December 13, 2010
347/365
347/365. 13 December 2010
Hot For The Teacher - Van Halen
Really still getting used to my new camera. For one thing, it uses an SD card, as opposed to a CF card. Being an eighth the size, forgetting the SD card is quite a possibility... which is my story today. Stuck the SD card from yesterday into my iMac, and forgot to take it out and put it back into the camera. Pretty much a case of having a camera without film.
Anyway. today's shot was taken a few days ago during the Melbourne University's Graduation Ceremony; just as the academics were leaving the stage. HDR did bring out some of the clothing texture and a bit of colour correction to set the mood. More tomorrow.
Hot For The Teacher - Van Halen
Really still getting used to my new camera. For one thing, it uses an SD card, as opposed to a CF card. Being an eighth the size, forgetting the SD card is quite a possibility... which is my story today. Stuck the SD card from yesterday into my iMac, and forgot to take it out and put it back into the camera. Pretty much a case of having a camera without film.
Anyway. today's shot was taken a few days ago during the Melbourne University's Graduation Ceremony; just as the academics were leaving the stage. HDR did bring out some of the clothing texture and a bit of colour correction to set the mood. More tomorrow.
Sunday, December 12, 2010
346/365
346/365. 12 December 2010
Fallen Angel - Poison
Been a really eventful and tiring weekend. And now as the Sunday winds down to an end, It's time to post a shot. I took this outside the Royal Exhibition Building... The sun was shining and cool wind was blowing and this was a shot I couldn't resist. More tomorrow.
Fallen Angel - Poison
Been a really eventful and tiring weekend. And now as the Sunday winds down to an end, It's time to post a shot. I took this outside the Royal Exhibition Building... The sun was shining and cool wind was blowing and this was a shot I couldn't resist. More tomorrow.
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