Space: The Final Frontier

Hello Once Again,

Im in a random mood today, so I thought I would post some picture of Space. Its very sad to me that we no longer have a government funded space agency anymore but nonetheless I would love to get a chance to be and astronaut in the future. Enjoy these photos.

All Photos from Tapiture.com

Enjoy,

TReed

The Things That Move Us

Hello,

Ever since I was a young boy, I loved anything that would move. It didn't matter what, boats, cars, planes, rockets, etc. I didn't care how they moved, just that they moved. Their sole purpose to get us somewhere.  Get us there in comfort, style, and as fast as possible. Its funny how a chunk of metal,with an engine in the front, or rear, can fill us with emotion and lust for more. More power, more gadgets, more love for what is taking you somewhere. Here a few photos that I believe capture the pure essence of transportation.

All Photos From Tapiture.com

Random Topic Of The Week

Random Time,

So, yes this blog is for digital nature photography but I just can't help my self. The other day I was wasting time on my two most favorite time wasters, theChive and Tapiture, when I came across the most exquisite piece of artwork I have seen to date. After a little research I found that there is and artist that is devoted to recreating scenes from movies in oil paintings. Being a movie buff I love this and I cant wait till I can save up enough money to purchase some of his creations. He manages to capture the moments so perfectly it as if your seeing a still frame of the movie. Simply Amazing, here are a few of my favorites.

"Total Redemption"

"Only Human"

"Hello"

"Its Looking At Me Ray"

If you would like to see more, and even purchase a few of your own you can visit, http://www.gregoryclassics.com/.

TReed

Hello Once Again,

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, its time that we start dusting off the cameras so we can capture some of the moments. Here's a link to 16 Digital Photography tips to help you get set up for the holidays. I feel this article really covers all bases and gives the reader a good knowledge on how to make sure you capture the right moments correctly. http://digital-photography-school.com/16-christmas-photography-tips

Enjoy

TREED

Final Presentation

Nikon 1 J2    ISO: 110  F/4.2  1/60sec.  16mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/5  1/500sec.  22mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/5  1/640sec  21mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/4.5  1/500sec  12mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100 F/4  1/320sec  11mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 200  F/5.6  1/160sec  30mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/5.6  1/125sec  30mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/4.2  1/80sec 16mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 400  F/5  1/80sec  20mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/5.6  1/160sec  30mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 360  F/5.3  1/125sec  25mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 1250  F5.6  1/30sec  30mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/5  1/100sec  22mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/4  1/100sec  11mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/3.5  1/500sec  11mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/3.5  1/1600sec  10mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/3.5  1/1600sec  10mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 200  F/8  1/50sec  10mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 200  F/8  1/50sec  20mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 360  F/5  1/125sec  22mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/4.5  1/400sec  14mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/5.6  1/320sec  30mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/5.6  1/400sec  30mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/5.6  1/320sec  30mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/4.5  1/640sec  15mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/4.5  1/500sec  15mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/5  1/400sec  21mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/4.5  1/320sec  10mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 360  F/5  1/125sec  22mm

Nikon 1 J2   ISO: 100  F/5.3  1/640sec  25mm

Photo Critique

1. This photo a very cool one. The photographer utilizes a very long shutter speed which allows the clouds to appear as on long, silky smooth layer flowing over the mountain. I believe he uses the proper exposure setting as well as the picture is not to bright or to dull. Also the radio towers are not exactly centered, they are off to the side as they should be and the eye is easily drawn to them.

2. This photo is not exactly my favorite. The photographer wants the viewers eye to be drawn towards the rock in the middle of the shot, yet he fails to do this because he blurs out the bottom of the photo which, at least for me, causes my eye to be drawn down lower then the rock. He also seems to use a long shutter speed as the water appears to be very calm and smooth. Exposure on this photo works.

3. This photo is very good. The photographer captures the detail of the squirrel perfectly. The whole body is not in vivid detail but the most important parts are. I feel that had they cropped the stick out of the bottom and only had the squirrel, the picture would have just about been perfect. Its a very simple picture, and in my opinion, simple is best.

Hello All,

Its been a while and I thought I had better get my butt in gear and post a new thread. As many of you are aware, winter is rapidly approaching or may have already hit in your neck of the woods. That's why I have decided to post some winter photos that I have found will searching the web. I hope you enjoy and you can check out many more here, http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2008/11/23/45-winter-wonderland-photos/.

Take 'Er Easy,

TReed