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Foghorns by PatrickSmith
The thick fog surrounding the bridge alternated between being a thick soup to a golden veil as it swirled around on this morning. Three foghorns echoed against the hills as some rather large ships passed by, causing me to have to run from this very low slippery spot during the lowest tide of the month at sunrise.
I wanted to show how it feels to be in this place over the years, with the constantly changing light, fog, ocean currents, and tidal conditions. But all in one shot. Sometimes the fog buries the bridge and hills, and sometimes it opens up to spotlight different elements. I was also very fortunate to have a few spotty clouds above it all to add more depth and better light on the fog below. That does not happen very often!
Taken from the north end of the bridge (Marin County - Sausalito), inside the bay, looking towards the pacific.
Details: 0.8 second exposure @F16 with 2 ND grad 0.9s at a 10am-4pm slant and spaced apart for an even graduation
| Date Added: | 1 Oct 2007 - 15:32 |
| Camera: | Canon 5D |
| Lens: | Canon 17-40L @18 |
| Film: | RAW (digital) |
| Categories: | Landscape / Travel Architecture General |
| Geo Data: | Show Map Position |
| Tags: | golden gate bridge, san francisco, california, fog |
| Readers' Votes: | 232 |
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Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 15:36
graceland 
A Great Picture Well Done
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Jouko Makkonen
"Many people say that digital photography is a manipulation of reality, but in my opinion it is an open door to personal creativity. Like paintings which are not necessarily reality. From this point of view the results are more them photography in a classical style." by...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 15:40
The fogmachine man strikes again!
Amazing fog! Looks alomost real! LOL.....
It was so thick fog last night here, that I could have get lost, if I would have taken those famous 30 steps to sunset
For real!!!
Mighty fine image, Patrick!
Jouko
Amazing fog! Looks alomost real! LOL.....
It was so thick fog last night here, that I could have get lost, if I would have taken those famous 30 steps to sunset
For real!!!Mighty fine image, Patrick!
Jouko
richard wheeler
Got the photography bug in august 2005, bought myself a reasonable camera and filters and off I went, generally concentrating on the peak district as it is my local turf. I'm always learning loads of new stuff.
Thanks for taking the time to look in and thanks for all...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 15:41
Pure class Patrick, from the swirly water to the light hitting the bridge, awesome!
Ron Simpson
Ancient!! Married, two children, four grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren. Xmas is expensive!! Retired after long military service (25 years Army )then had to start working for a living. Retired completely 1999 and thoroughly enjoying it.Like most people I dabbled...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 15:41
A terrific atmospheric shot Patrick. I could almost hear the mournful sound of the foghorns. Great detail in the FG rocks rounds off a super composition.
Ron
Ron
Brian Hurst
Born, bred and still live in the North East.
I have been taking photographs for many years, SLR film then digital compact and now digital SLR.
Bought my first digital SLR in 2003 a Canon EOS 300D and in 2006 upgraded to a Canon EOS 30D.
When I was made redundant last...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 15:56
Stunning image Patrick, knew as soon as I saw the thumbnail it had to be one of yours.
MikeA.
MikeA.
Cole
Living in the beautiful valleys in Wales. Started doing photography in March 05 when I bought my first DSLR Canon 20D. I am learning new things all the time.
Start reading books & mag of photog.: May 2004
Start taking photography seriously: March 05
Start doing Ph...
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:02
Thanks for looking!
LOL Jouko, that is all I get right now...fog or clear skies. Except for in this shot. Don't get lost in the fog! Here, it you get lost you can fall 300 feet off a cliff!
I'm fine John. Just enjoying good weather now and waiting for the dry season to end, and scoping out shots for when the light improves in the winter. ..and programming a lot. How are you doing?
Patrick
LOL Jouko, that is all I get right now...fog or clear skies. Except for in this shot. Don't get lost in the fog! Here, it you get lost you can fall 300 feet off a cliff!
I'm fine John. Just enjoying good weather now and waiting for the dry season to end, and scoping out shots for when the light improves in the winter. ..and programming a lot. How are you doing?
Patrick
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:09
Well well is this not a stunning photograph, you were certainly there at the right time Patrick. Great work.
Scott
Scott
Jennifer Taggart
STILL learning---please comment.
Thanks to everyone for the many tips and comments-- and most enjoyable Friendships!
Much more to learn!........
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:09
Absolutely stunning-- Love the colors and theforeground--
The luck of the day and you caught it wonderfully!
jennnnn
The luck of the day and you caught it wonderfully!
jennnnn
Kris Grzywalski
Hello. I currently live in Toronto, Canada. I got into photography just over two ago, using my Canon S3 IS camera as a starting point to learning and experimenting with digital photography. Recently I got my brand new Nikon D90 DSLR camera, and once again, I need to ...
Guillaume
Born and raised in Paris, France, I have been living in the UK since 1998. I am a beginner having picked up photography as a hobby in 2005 only following the purchase of a DSLR. Primary interest is for landscapes. I would also like to do more portraits and macro photogr...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:30
Stunning image Patrick. I will in SF next week for work. I hope to experience the same weather conditions and to have the time to take a few pictures of the Golden Gate
Thair Khamas
I live in Cork, Ireland. I am here to learn from others. A member of the Cork camera club. My preference is B&W photography.
The equipment:
Nikon D80
Nikon 18-135, Nikon 50mm 1.4G
Nikon 80-200 2.8
Sigma 10-20
Sigma 105 macro
Tamron 18-70 2.8
Nikon SB-600 flash
...
Paul King
I live near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Married to Carole, we have 2 sons who have flown the nest.
I received my first camera, an AGFA ISOLA 120 in 59, age 15. However, I only got interest seriously five years ago when I purchased a 10D and other bits and bobs.
The...
Sarah
Hi, I live and work in the wonderful ''Weald of Kent''.
Since taking up photography, I now view the world with much more appreciation - always looking for the next picture!
I don''t have a particular style to my photography, I just know what I like and enjoy ta...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:36
Superb all round shot Patrick - I particularly like the light under the fog on the right hand side. Must of been a great atmosphere that time of the morning with the foghorns going off!
Sarah *
Sarah *
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:41
Thanks for your comments!
Yes Jennnnn, very lucky!
Guillaume (ggruchet), drop me an email and I'll point you to the best spots.
Thanks Sarah, it really was a perfect morning... until I had to go to work! Work was okay, but not as good as being here of course - LOL!
Patrick
Yes Jennnnn, very lucky!
Guillaume (ggruchet), drop me an email and I'll point you to the best spots.
Thanks Sarah, it really was a perfect morning... until I had to go to work! Work was okay, but not as good as being here of course - LOL!
Patrick
gerry sexton
"Out beyond ideas of wrong doing or right doing there is a field; lets meet there!"
phil morgan
Only got into photography last summer, and I am totally addicted to it!! Thanks to Carl Ryan and Mari Sterling for pointing me to this site.
If anyone wants to get in touch, my address is plmorgan68@tiscali.co.uk
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:47
Excellent as ever Patrick, a fantastic mood to this one. Been a while since I was in SF. Is this from the the city side or from Marin county? At least that's what I think is the other side of the bridge from memory?
Phil.
Phil.
Dougie Salteri
I have been in photography all my working life, straight from school, and I still love it with a passion. Been retired now for a couple of years from newspapers, my work was my life's hobby. How lucky can that be?
Happily still learning about photography and how ea...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:49
100% superb, excellent and pretty damned good. Fog at the Gate is hardly a surprise, but this is mind boggling Patrick, the tip of the bridge bursting through the fog into such a wonderful blue sky with puffy wee clouds, perfect. (pause for breath).
You already had a wonderfully composed image with the bridge, and a great FG with all that movement in the water, plus the warm sunlight skimming the surface and onto the rocks.
Hello Pete, big image here....
All the very best Patrick, I'm proud to call you my friend,
Dougie
You already had a wonderfully composed image with the bridge, and a great FG with all that movement in the water, plus the warm sunlight skimming the surface and onto the rocks.
Hello Pete, big image here....
All the very best Patrick, I'm proud to call you my friend,
Dougie
Angela Rogers
4 years on EPZ, which has been great fun and a brilliant learning curve - thanks to all for help. BUT - had a year off in 08 having ground to an inspirational halt, had a grandchild and a dog. Neither of these should have affected photography, and pictures were taken, ...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:52
Striking sky with the fog swirling around the Bridge - wonderful work, keep them coming.
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:53
Thanks Gerry and Angela!
Phil, this is from the Marin side (just updated description).
Thanks Dougie. I'm glad you noticed all that detail. It was really difficult to capture all the elements cooperating! I've been working on this shot for a whole year.
Patrick
Phil, this is from the Marin side (just updated description).
Thanks Dougie. I'm glad you noticed all that detail. It was really difficult to capture all the elements cooperating! I've been working on this shot for a whole year.
Patrick
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:54
Its been said before and I can well imagine many more will say it, fantastic shot. I love the fog and the clear sky and the movement of water in the foreground, just amazing.
Alan Woodland
I was born and raised in Devon, then lived in Somerset for a few years before moving to Wiltshire. My wife Tricia and I live in a small market town in the north of the county. We are just five miles south of the River Thames and after that we're into Gloucestershire a...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 16:57
Stunning shot throughout, Patrick; amazing capture of the fog enveloping the bridge and then the superb sky above
Rob Dougall
I haven't had much time to get the camera out since Christmas & India as my wife & I are in training for our first (and only?) London Marathon in late April - a real tyranny in terms of time - long runs and lots of fund-raising - but very fulfilling too!
All I had hear...
malcolm mcbeath
Interested in photography for a long time, seriously in past 6-8 years. Early retirement & travel have provided more opportunities, with landscapes, travel & wildlife favoured.
Member of Dundee Phot. Soc. for many years ( recommend !) & also R.P.S. (ARPS gained with p...
Martin Levers
3/5/08
Nothing really to update, but still enjoying my photography and trying to improve.
I love the Peak District, and it's right on my doorstep. Will try to diversify to shoot different subjects, when the opportunity arises.
Anyone want to ask any questions,...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 17:15
Light, fog, rocks!! Yeah,but it's not the Peak District is it!! lol
Smashing capture Patrick, and the little patch of swirling water in the f/g works a treat.
Martin
Smashing capture Patrick, and the little patch of swirling water in the f/g works a treat.
Martin
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 17:23
Thanks danialle, Alan, Rob and Malcolm!
True Martin it is not the peak district, and therefore you will not see a single Martin in this shot. It is a 100% Martin-free image!
Patrick
True Martin it is not the peak district, and therefore you will not see a single Martin in this shot. It is a 100% Martin-free image!
Patrick
Jouko Makkonen
"Many people say that digital photography is a manipulation of reality, but in my opinion it is an open door to personal creativity. Like paintings which are not necessarily reality. From this point of view the results are more them photography in a classical style." by...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 17:49
This site is sooooooooo slow again and think I know the reason??????? It´s YOU, Patrick!! Every time YOU upload a shot, this site IS down! LOL.........
Or is it only me down?? LOL........Down by the LAITURI
Jouko
Or is it only me down?? LOL........Down by the LAITURI
Jouko
Debbie Legg
Thanks for taking the time out to visit my portfolio - I hope you find something you like amongst the sea!
I have a passion for photography that seems to continually grow and expand - I study and work hard but play harder!
I finished my City and Guilds Level 2 in ...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 17:49
'Tis another beauty Patrick.....really love all the drama going on in this. The light touching the foreground is pretty special too
Debbie
Debbie
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 18:01
LOL - Yes Jouko things are slow today, but If I upload my super long night exposure over the ocean, everyone will fall asleep!
Thanks Debbie!
Patrick
Thanks Debbie!
Patrick
Martin Levers
3/5/08
Nothing really to update, but still enjoying my photography and trying to improve.
I love the Peak District, and it's right on my doorstep. Will try to diversify to shoot different subjects, when the opportunity arises.
Anyone want to ask any questions,...
Janet Walters
Hailing from Lincoln,I'm 54 years young & work as a Radiographer at the local County Hospital.
My first 'real' camera was a Nikon D70 which I bought in January '05.I have since added a Nikon D2X & a D300 to my kit,which I love.
My first photographic passion has to b...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 18:09
Love that hanging mist Dangerman,nice drop of light on the slippery rocks Now you be careful,I have already told you we don't want any mishaps!!
Janet
Now you be careful,I have already told you we don't want any mishaps!!Janet
Jouko Makkonen
"Many people say that digital photography is a manipulation of reality, but in my opinion it is an open door to personal creativity. Like paintings which are not necessarily reality. From this point of view the results are more them photography in a classical style." by...
Greg Lazzaro
My two greatest passions in life are family and photography. Through family I get the courage to try new and exciting things, while through photography I get to experience nature at a much more personal level. Photography allows me to capture my experiences with natur...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 18:22
Another masterpiece, you could not have captured those cloud/fog banks rolling in any better then this, brilliant! Spot on! Click!!!
Greg
Greg
Christine Lewis
I'm 59 years old and my photography is purely a hobby and for my own pleasure. Of course if you enjoy it too I'll be delighted,
Chris.
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 18:32
A beautiful shot Patrick, the combination of fog and the sky is just wonderful,
Chris.
Chris.
Jouko Makkonen
"Many people say that digital photography is a manipulation of reality, but in my opinion it is an open door to personal creativity. Like paintings which are not necessarily reality. From this point of view the results are more them photography in a classical style." by...
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 18:37
Thanks for your comments!
Thanks Rowan, can I possibly live up to that? It doesn't seem that way when I'm sliding around on green rocks!
No sleeping Jouko... not until I show you the shot! Then off to Zzzzz'ville you go.... Looking at it now....
Well, Janet you will be happy to know that I only suffered minor cuts and abrasions trying to get out of this slippery place before a series of waves struck! Oh, and yes the camera is fine...
Thanks Greg, it is hard to get the elements to cooperate sometimes!
Glad you liked it Chris.
Patrick
Thanks Rowan, can I possibly live up to that? It doesn't seem that way when I'm sliding around on green rocks!
No sleeping Jouko... not until I show you the shot! Then off to Zzzzz'ville you go.... Looking at it now....
Well, Janet you will be happy to know that I only suffered minor cuts and abrasions trying to get out of this slippery place before a series of waves struck! Oh, and yes the camera is fine...
Thanks Greg, it is hard to get the elements to cooperate sometimes!
Glad you liked it Chris.
Patrick
Gill Brett
Thank you for taking the time to look at my portfolio.
A wife, mother and radiographer, I find I am spending more and more time on photography and this site and enjoying every minute!
Many thanks to you all for your advice, encouragement and inspiration!
...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 18:46
Not quite sure why you don't pick up more HC and EC awards. This is at least a HC for me with fab detail and well controlled exposure.
Dan
Dan
Paul Sutton
Welcome to my little corner of this fine site, hope you find my stuff of interest. Feel free to click, comment, ask questions etc. ... I don't bite [well, not that hard] ;)
I live in the NW with Fran & Beth, but try to get out 'togging' as often as the weather and co...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 18:48
Tell you what Patrick, with a bit more experience you really could be quite good at this photography lark LOL
Stunning mate, absolutely stunning ... glad to be #60 for you.
Paul
Stunning mate, absolutely stunning ... glad to be #60 for you.
Paul
Ken Mayled
Interested in photography since I was about fourteen.
Did a bit of freelance at one time. 95% of my images are now via digital cameras. I have several 35mm slr''s that get an occasional use. Lost count of the cameras I''ve used over the years.
Like a lot of people, m...
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 18:53
Thanks for your comments!
LOL Gill, yes sometimes we get a few real clouds during the dry season. Actually there are some nice puffy cumulus outside, but they probably will disappear before nightfall.
Not sure either Dan. He tends to like the more unusual artsy sorts of things.
LOL Paul, I'll keep trying! Actually now the trick is trying to figure out a decent way to sell the prints. They do well by word of mouth so we will see. I sold 40 last weekend at a Arts and crafts faire.
Thanks Lisa and Ken,
Patrick
LOL Gill, yes sometimes we get a few real clouds during the dry season. Actually there are some nice puffy cumulus outside, but they probably will disappear before nightfall.
Not sure either Dan. He tends to like the more unusual artsy sorts of things.
LOL Paul, I'll keep trying! Actually now the trick is trying to figure out a decent way to sell the prints. They do well by word of mouth so we will see. I sold 40 last weekend at a Arts and crafts faire.
Thanks Lisa and Ken,
Patrick
Adrian Reynolds
About me: age 50
Married, with 3 children, loosing hair and getting shorter and poorer by the day!
I have been a keen sportsman all my life, mainly rugby and running, but had to give up due to illness, but still love to watch.
A number of years ago I took the pl...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 19:01
I'm still hurting from the last one Patrick lol, great use of the weather conditions makes for a wonderfully dream-like scene, very fine image, Adrian
Angela Joel
Hi.... Thought it was time for another update.... still having a bad hair day....LOL.
About Me: 42 years young. Half German/half English.
I live in Kidderminster - Midlands and work in Bromsgrove so you know what that means..... at least 2.5 hours from the coast:((((...
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Biped , multicellular carbon based life form living on the third rock from the sun. At the weekends I dress up in ladies clothes and call myself Mandy. I hate marmite.
Angela Joel
Hi.... Thought it was time for another update.... still having a bad hair day....LOL.
About Me: 42 years young. Half German/half English.
I live in Kidderminster - Midlands and work in Bromsgrove so you know what that means..... at least 2.5 hours from the coast:((((...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 19:24
To expand on my earlier comment..... really like this Patrick, some lovely detail throughout with an interesting fg and bg... )
Ange
)Ange
Dot Roberts
I live in a seaside town in North Wales with my husband John and our two dogs, Tiny and Jodie.
Having been a snap shot photographer with a compact film camera, I converted to digital photography about two years ago and have never looked back. I use a digital Olympus ...
Mike Smith
Having joined EPZ back in 2004 my skills have improved no end thanks for which are due to all of you who take time to view and comment on my work.
I have now established myself as an acomplished photographer marketing my work as "photographic art for the home" with o...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 19:53
This has gotta be one of your best Patrick. I love the hint of Goldengate Bridge peeping through the mist. But the blue cotton wool dappled sky makes it even more impressive
Mike
Mike
Richard Spurdens
I am passionate about photography and like photographing both in the outdoors and also in the Studio.
Both give different challenges and rewards.
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 20:13
I hate flying, I really do but to photograph this bridge in these conditions might just make me overcome that fear.
And maybe Yellowstone.
Super work Pat.
And maybe Yellowstone.
Super work Pat.
John Mountney
I started taking photographs at an early age and graduated to a fairly decent 35mm slide set up in the mid 80's.
After a lay off for a number of years I took the plunge into digital with a Canon compact finally arriving at DSLR about 18 months ago
Photography giv...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 20:19
Hello there Patrick.. beautiful work as is expected from your good self Hope you are well.
Jeanie
Hope you are well.Jeanie
Andrew Thamboo
Photography had receded into the shadows for a couple of years 'cos of a broken spirit. All that changed on the 5th of August 2006.
A trip to the UK in October 2006 got me thinking that instead of being saddled with rolls & rolls of film, why not take the plunge into...
Nigel Betteridge
I have been a member of this photographic community for nearly 3 years now and I am well and truly hooked. Reasons: The outstanding quality of many uploads, and the friendly, community spirit.
I have been taking photographs since 1970 (up till 2003 mainly Kodachrome ...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 20:24
I know you sometimes yearn for the skies and clouds we get in the UK Patrick. Lets face it though, these are stunning conditions, and you have done them proud. Love the light on the rocks bridge and fog, and the sky above.
Nigel
Nigel
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 20:47
Thanks for looking!
LOL adrian, I'll try not to hurt you next time! Something boring perhaps??
Ange, send me a few clouds and all is forgiven..lol.
Thanks Mike, whenever we get something on top of the fog, I try to get out there.
C'mon out Kris, I'll show you around. In a car of course - LOL!
Yes, Jeanie, I'm well. Still a little wet from an adventure this morning (I'm at work now) but well. Good to see you out and about around here now!
Thanks Nigel. Yes these are great conditions but it rarely happens, despite the shots I put up here. You should see how boring the skies are normally!
Patrick
LOL adrian, I'll try not to hurt you next time! Something boring perhaps??
Ange, send me a few clouds and all is forgiven..lol.
Thanks Mike, whenever we get something on top of the fog, I try to get out there.
C'mon out Kris, I'll show you around. In a car of course - LOL!
Yes, Jeanie, I'm well. Still a little wet from an adventure this morning (I'm at work now) but well. Good to see you out and about around here now!
Thanks Nigel. Yes these are great conditions but it rarely happens, despite the shots I put up here. You should see how boring the skies are normally!
Patrick
Ashley Dunning
Hi, My name is Ashley and I live in the North East of England. I now have a canon 30D digital camera. I still have a lot to learn so any comments, advice,is warmly welcomed.
Thanks for looking & hope to meet a few of you out & about.
Many thanks Ash
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 20:47
Great capture & composition Patrick, the combination of fog and the sky gives this a great atmosphere.
well done
great portfolio by the way
Ash
well done
great portfolio by the way
Ash
Peter Jaktlund
A Swedish photographer and member of the nordic organisation Bio-Foto and also a member of Falu photoclub.
I used to like photographing
Brian Woolhouse
I live at Garthorpe in North Lincolnshire;Married to Paula One son and one grandson. I'm a Process engineer working for Corus, at Scunthorpe.
I've always had a interested in photography but have not taken anything but snaps for many a year but l had my interest rekindl...
Sean Mitchell
I'm keeping an up to date location blog of which locations I've been to and where I've taken shots from within those locations - feel free to have a look at seanmitchell.co.uk
I am web/database developer mainly programming in PHP and MySQL
I currently have:
Nikon...
Posted: 1 Oct 2007 - 21:14
I like the fg light and colour from the moss on them, the low cloud that covers the bridge looks so nice with the blue sky above
Sean
Sean
alex james
Hi my name is alex and Im 33yrs old,Ive only been into Photography since Oct2006.I was inspired by the fact that my point and shoot pics from or family trip to disneyland were awful.
I bought a DSLR and have been completely absorbed in the hobby and the learning proc...
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Keith Bannister
Hi everyone, i really got into photography when i bought a digital camera last year. I found this site through a magazine, i think it is a great site! I'm still learning and hope this site will help me. My passion is wildlife and the countryside, i am always in the lo...
Gary McParland
I have been a member of ephotozine since December 06 and with the help and the inspiration of the many brilliant photographers on here i feel my photography has improved greatly.
I am amazed every day by the wonderful images posted on here and i hope that i improve eno...
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 01:19
A superb capture, Patrick, glad you were able to find some decent sky to work with... and you have certainly put it to very good use. You know, I could really use those rocks in the foreground out my way.
Eric
Eric
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 03:38
A beautiful image, with stunning colours, brilliant sharp details all the way into the distance, and perfect exposure control.
Well done Patrick....
Cesie
Well done Patrick....
Cesie
terry potter
I just did 2yrs landscape and got to a point where i wasn't getting any improvements, not to say i had attained perfection, far from it in fact, just reached the peak of my ability in that genre, so now looking to try other stuff, maybe macro and digital manipulation, w...
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 03:39
Good movement in the foreground and i like the ghostly appearance of the bridge in the fog, i will be visiting this location later when the clouds get more reliable.
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 04:38
Thanks for your comments Mo, Gary and Keith! I watch this area every morning on the way to work. If the light looks good, I get to work a bit late! This was the best light in months and I had planned on where to go at low tide.
Sorry about the rocks Eric. You may have to travel farther for better rocks. Plan a trip or vacation if you can. I know, how often is that possible?
Thanks Cesie!
I'll tell you exactly where this is Terry if you can't find it. You have to go over that little cliff. Watch out, it is steep and slippery!
Patrick
Sorry about the rocks Eric. You may have to travel farther for better rocks. Plan a trip or vacation if you can. I know, how often is that possible?
Thanks Cesie!
I'll tell you exactly where this is Terry if you can't find it. You have to go over that little cliff. Watch out, it is steep and slippery!
Patrick
Steve Langton
Live: North West UK
Childhood: Yorkshire & Tuscany
Day job: Consultant maxillofacial surgeon
Started photography: With second hand Praktica Nova B, years ago
Photographic interests: Enjoy landscapes & travel but I'll have a go at most things
Thanks in advance for ...
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 06:54
Beautiful image Patrick, you should take pics for the American tourist board.
Steve
Steve
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 10:28
Hey Patrick,
I about fell over laughing when I read Jouko's comments, the fog looks almost real.....He is way too funny!
And speaking of Trouble.....You are just the little instigator these days, so don't even try to hide within your Foggy California Bay Bridge.....LOL!
WOW, you only used a 0.8 second exposure, guess NO naps when you got this shot and what a shot.....It appears to be almost 3-D, you Truly are 'The FogMaster'.....
This is definitely one of my Faves!
I'll bet you missed those little Happy Faces in between writings, 'eh???
LOL!
Good to see you back as well.....
Lotsa Hugs,
Suzieeeee
I about fell over laughing when I read Jouko's comments, the fog looks almost real.....He is way too funny!
And speaking of Trouble.....You are just the little instigator these days, so don't even try to hide within your Foggy California Bay Bridge.....LOL!
WOW, you only used a 0.8 second exposure, guess NO naps when you got this shot and what a shot.....It appears to be almost 3-D, you Truly are 'The FogMaster'.....
This is definitely one of my Faves!
I'll bet you missed those little Happy Faces in between writings, 'eh???
LOL!
Good to see you back as well.....
Lotsa Hugs,
Suzieeeee
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 10:58
Another head turner Patrick.
It's photography of this inspirational standard that made me want to take it up in the first place.
Hats off to you,
Dave
It's photography of this inspirational standard that made me want to take it up in the first place.
Hats off to you,
Dave
Martin West
Hi all. I live in Sheffield and am 49 years old. I have 2 children, the youngest of which is autistic. I have now had my digi SLR for about a year now and my photography seems to be improving slowly but surely. Still in the dark with a lot of the processing side of thin...
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 11:21
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100% Martin free
100% Martin free
LOL. You may have your bridge, but we have our cement works
A stunning image Patrick.
Patrick Smith
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Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 14:37
Thanks for looking!
Good idea Steve. I may try that.
LOL Suzan, Me? Instigate? Jouko gave me a PhotoShop fog plugin program that blows fog into my shots! Yes, this exposre was a bit too short to take a nap, unlike the half-hour I did the other night. Happy faces? Um...yes I missed them... It's good to be back.
Yes Martin, in addition to the being a 100% Martin-free image, this is also a 100% cement works free image! Actually we do have a cement works but the valley does not fill up with fog like yours, so it would be a rather boring shot.
Patrick
Good idea Steve. I may try that.
LOL Suzan, Me? Instigate? Jouko gave me a PhotoShop fog plugin program that blows fog into my shots! Yes, this exposre was a bit too short to take a nap, unlike the half-hour I did the other night. Happy faces? Um...yes I missed them... It's good to be back.
Yes Martin, in addition to the being a 100% Martin-free image, this is also a 100% cement works free image! Actually we do have a cement works but the valley does not fill up with fog like yours, so it would be a rather boring shot.
Patrick
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 14:43
Must say this is a cracker love all aspects of this shot
very very well taken indeed
very very well taken indeed
Annette Field
I originally took up photography so that I could paint the views that I liked, giving me a good image to work from. Since getting my DSLR last year I haven't picked a single brush up, guess this means I am hooked.
Any spare time and money is now going on photography a...
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 15:05
Absolutely stunning shot, everything about it is excellent.
Simply brilliant. Annette
Simply brilliant. Annette
Martin
I'm a lifestyle portrait photographer based in New England on the East Coast of the USA. I'm originally from the UK and get homesick all the time.
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 16:37
Quote:
Absolutely stunning shot, everything about it is excellent.
Simply brilliant. Annette
Absolutely stunning shot, everything about it is excellent.
Simply brilliant. Annette
Ditto. Martin
Cathy Taylor
I am very lucky to have the Jurassic coast and the New Forest on my door step...I'm not very good at getting up in the mornings so most of my landscapes are sunsets rather than sunrise and thats the way its going to stay.....
My daughters Hollyt , FayeT and ...
Madeleine
Hi i live in Verwood Dorset, I decided to take up photography as a hobby when i joined the site in May 2005. I appreciate your advice and comments.
I cant thank everyone enough for the help, advice and patience i have been given since i have been here.
you ca...
Robin Coombes
You may just of gathered have a passing interest in steam railways :-)
David Mitchell
I live with my wife Marian and our cat Zebedee in a village in South Devon, near to the estuary of the River Teign, which is a constant source of pictures. Ive only recently started taking photography more seriously and bought my first SLR, a Nikon D80, in 2006. Ive ...
Mari
I've had a lifelong fascination for photography, especially landscapes. The wilderness of Wales, where I live, and remote beaches are my favourite places to be and shoot.
I have now turned professional and scrape my living from my photography LOL, I also do some tui...
Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 20:53
You've certainly captured a lot of conditions in the shot Patrick as you intended, a superb image as always
Mari
Mari
Caoimhín
Thanks for taking the time to look at my porfolio and read my introduction.
I am a keen amature photographer.
Always grateful for othr peoples critique on my pictures.
Please feel free to email or IM me on: debakey27@hotmail.com
Thanks for looking.
Kevin...
Patrick Smith
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Posted: 2 Oct 2007 - 21:47
Thanks for looking!
Yes David, the clouds were an extra bonus and rarely is there fog AND clouds at the same time.
Patrick
Yes David, the clouds were an extra bonus and rarely is there fog AND clouds at the same time.
Patrick
Edward McKee
I live in Co Down Northern Ireland and have become enthusiastic again about photography since going digital a couple years ago. I would mostly take landscape shots but I have an interest in all types of photography.
I would like to thank everyone who has commented on ...
Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 12:16
Seems like perfect conditions! It is truly an amazing picture. Can't stop looking at it. Absolutely one of my favorit amongst your work. Just brilliant!
Jean-NoelChatelain
I was born in France many years ago and moved to England in the Seventies. At present I'm living in the Cotswolds.
I have been enjoying taking photos for a long time. Going to America when a student got me even more interested.
I then bought my first SLR and some ext...
Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 13:28
Personally I think you make your own luck with photography by getting out there and taking the risks on the weather and judging by your pf and this image in particualr you definitely deserve it Patrick. Stunning!
Dan
Dan
Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 13:32
Amazing shot Patrick - my words cannot do this the justice it deserves. My only small criticism is the amount of scrolling down necessary before I can make a comment !!!
Ian.
Ian.
Patrick Smith
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Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 14:54
Thanks for looking in!
You're probably right Dan. I do spend far too much time trying to be in the right place at the right time. Sometimes it works out. But nobody sees the dismal failures where I don't even take the camera out of the bag!
LOL Ian!
Patrick
You're probably right Dan. I do spend far too much time trying to be in the right place at the right time. Sometimes it works out. But nobody sees the dismal failures where I don't even take the camera out of the bag!
LOL Ian!
Patrick
Chant
February 2008
Thanks for taking the time to check out my portfolio.
I took up photography as a hobby 2 years ago, joined epz almost immediately, and hope that Ive improved in that time, through reading anything and everything and more importantly seeing the work of...
Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 15:31
Another masterpiece Patrick.
If ever you want a real chalange, come over and photograph the Tamar bridge in Cornwall!
If ever you want a real chalange, come over and photograph the Tamar bridge in Cornwall!
Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 15:37
WOW -great combination here, PAtrick - seeing the fog mixed with the sparsley cloudy blue sky
Great capture
Mike
Great capture
Mike
Patrick Smith
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Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 15:50
Thanks for looking!
(Googling the Tamar bridge...)
I see two of them, which one? Both? We have a couple of places where two bridges similar to these cross over the bay. I'm not sure what to do with them!
Patrick
(Googling the Tamar bridge...)
I see two of them, which one? Both? We have a couple of places where two bridges similar to these cross over the bay. I'm not sure what to do with them!
Patrick
Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 16:02
Hey Patrick, how are things?
I see the fog is back. That's quite a combination of weather all in one shot, very nicely done.
Marc
I see the fog is back. That's quite a combination of weather all in one shot, very nicely done.
Marc
Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 17:16
Quote:
(Googling the Tamar bridge...)
I see two of them, which one? Both? We have a couple of places where two bridges similar to these cross over the bay. I'm not sure what to do with them!
(Googling the Tamar bridge...)
I see two of them, which one? Both? We have a couple of places where two bridges similar to these cross over the bay. I'm not sure what to do with them!
LOL, it was ment as a joke Patrick. They are impressive structures in their own right, but nothing like this.
Incidently, the 'Tamar' bridge is the suspension bridge (road), and the Royal Albert (built by Brunell) is the train one. You can photograph whichever you like.
Patrick Smith
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Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 17:51
Hi Marc, I'm doing well. Haven't had much time for photography as I was writing a big program. Now I'm burned out on programmig!
LOL Matt, but it is an amazing coincidence because I was just the other day trying to figure out to shoot those other bridges. Maybe they are not as impressive but still difficult to shoot! A new 11,000 foot long bridge is being built on the east side of the bay so I'll have plenty more to shoot!
Patrick
LOL Matt, but it is an amazing coincidence because I was just the other day trying to figure out to shoot those other bridges. Maybe they are not as impressive but still difficult to shoot! A new 11,000 foot long bridge is being built on the east side of the bay so I'll have plenty more to shoot!
Patrick
Brian
Hi, I reside on the Moray Firth, I share a common interest in photography with you and I'm a keen enthusiast, my efforts are posted here for all to enjoy. Thanks for viewing and commenting on my Portfolio.
Nick Holowka
My introduction to photography began at an early age with a Kodak Instamatic. A Minolta SLR followed and more recently a Canon EOS 500N. This year I embraced the digital age with a Canon EOS 20D (or mid-life crisis as it has become known) and joined the Wakefield Camera...
Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 19:47
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LOL Matt, but it is an amazing coincidence because I was just the other day trying to figure out to shoot those other bridges. Maybe they are not as impressive but still difficult to shoot!
LOL Matt, but it is an amazing coincidence because I was just the other day trying to figure out to shoot those other bridges. Maybe they are not as impressive but still difficult to shoot!
What the Tamar ones?
They are on my doorstep, and I have still yet photograph them properly (it's on my list honest!).
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A new 11,000 foot long bridge is being built on the east side of the bay so I'll have plenty more to shoot!
A new 11,000 foot long bridge is being built on the east side of the bay so I'll have plenty more to shoot!
But will it have the majesty of the Golden Gate?
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 3 Oct 2007 - 20:37
Thanks Kin and Nick!
The Tamar ones Matt? I wish!
No, maybe it won't have the majesty of the Golden Gate, but it will be over twice as long with better changes for reflective water I think.
Check this out!
This is not the suspension part of the bay bridge, but the other part shown in the distance.
Patrick
The Tamar ones Matt? I wish!
No, maybe it won't have the majesty of the Golden Gate, but it will be over twice as long with better changes for reflective water I think.
Check this out!
This is not the suspension part of the bay bridge, but the other part shown in the distance.
Patrick
Peter Gonczarow
After a break of around 25yrs, my interest in photography as a hobby was renewed when I bought a 2mp camera I then started going out taking photos (snapping)with my friend Keith who is on epz,(KBan)he has also encouraged me to join.I have spent many hours on this site v...
Posted: 4 Oct 2007 - 03:17
Nothing more can be said about your work except this should be a EC. and a HC and a GOE and a POTW
Posted: 4 Oct 2007 - 08:35
Looks well to me Partick...
Nice light and comp too..
Love to spend some time there myself one day
Dave
Nice light and comp too..
Love to spend some time there myself one day
Dave
DOUGLAS WYATT
I live in Colchester, Essex which is very close to Constable Country and full of wonderful opportunities. I will always be in search of that "wow" shot and never get tired of looking!
I enjoy being on the site and looking at all of the pictures. I like to leave co...
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 4 Oct 2007 - 15:16
Thanks for looking!
I'll give it a shot Chris. So far, so good.
I wish Danny! (TripleDshake34)
You'd like it Dave.
Patrick
I'll give it a shot Chris. So far, so good.
I wish Danny! (TripleDshake34)
You'd like it Dave.
Patrick
J. van Roosmalen
Photography has always been in my life, next to my interest in textiles and art. I have worked with a Canon 1000Fn for 10 years, creating loads of snapshots and OOF pictures of the kids growing up...
A macro lens as a gift from Conrad), gave photography a complete new...
danny brannigan
Hi, I live in Northumberland and will shoot almost anything. Used to do all sporst/action and used to freelance a bit.
Now trying to learn landscape but not quite that easy. You will have to excuse any senior moments I have and be gentle with me.
I enjoy constuctive c...
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Brian Curtis
I am an enthusiastic photographer.
I also enjoy bird watching and am an RSPB member.
I like a good novel - listening to music - and enjoy a good film. Pretty boring really.
Favourites.
Author- James Lee Burke.
Music artist- Neil Young.
Film star- Jack Nicholson....
Posted: 5 Oct 2007 - 09:28
A culmination of so many elements captured to perfection but for me the fluffy clouds above that band of fog is special.Fabulous work Patrick your effort was well rewarded.
Brian.
Brian.
Posted: 6 Oct 2007 - 13:32
Well taken and explained shot Patrick...beautiful shot of a fantastic view....
Don
Don
Ian Walker
Thankyou for taking the time to view my images.
Please feel free to say what you do and dont like. We all have lots to learn!
A member of a Stourbridge Photographic Society - check out our website www.stourbridgeps.co.uk
Martin
I'm a lifestyle portrait photographer based in New England on the East Coast of the USA. I'm originally from the UK and get homesick all the time.
Posted: 6 Oct 2007 - 17:52
I keep coming back to this for another look. You definitely have achieved what you planned in showing the different ways the weather affects the Bay area. Brilliant and very masterful.
Ann Magee
I am an amateur/enthusiast and am still learning.I still enjoy the site,in fact i am still addicted to it.
Everyone i've found is friendly and helpful.Welcome to any new members.
Thankyou for all your help and friendship,you know who you are.
Posted: 6 Oct 2007 - 20:20
Hi Patrick,
An absolutely magnificent shot. Great to see such stunning work.Take care.Ann
An absolutely magnificent shot. Great to see such stunning work.Take care.Ann
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 7 Oct 2007 - 04:09
Thanks for stopping by!
I did try to show a lot in a single shot so I'm glad you like it.
Patrick
I did try to show a lot in a single shot so I'm glad you like it.
Patrick
Charlotte Brett
I am currently in my fifth year (and final) studying for a Masters in Chemistry at St Andrews University up in Scotland. Since I bought my first digital camera (Canon Powershot A75) four summers ago, my interest in photography really began and it has become one of my fa...
Posted: 8 Oct 2007 - 18:53
Hi Patrick, sorry for only just catching up! This is wonderful, I love the composition and light falling on the bridge as well as the fluffy clouds hiding above the fog!
Charlotte
Charlotte
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 8 Oct 2007 - 21:24
LOL Charlotte, I'm glad you finally have your priorities straight. All that uni stuff is taking valuable EPZ time away from you!
Patrick
Patrick
Charlotte Brett
I am currently in my fifth year (and final) studying for a Masters in Chemistry at St Andrews University up in Scotland. Since I bought my first digital camera (Canon Powershot A75) four summers ago, my interest in photography really began and it has become one of my fa...
Posted: 9 Oct 2007 - 00:19
Well I've been thinking maybe I could change my degree to 'the art of clicking and commenting on ePhotozine'...!
Patrick Smith
Thanks for looking at my page. I live near San Francisco. I'm a computer programmer working on birth defects research. Along with other things, I write probabilistic linkage programs that match one person in one database with the same person in another database. The ...
Posted: 9 Oct 2007 - 18:19
Great idea Charlotte. Now the trick is figuring out how to make money at it!
Patrick
Patrick
Posted: 11 Oct 2007 - 12:46
I see your pictures are as unpopular as ever then! It took me 5 minutes to get down here to leave a comment...
Stunning,
John
Stunning,
John
Edmund Kennerley
Amateur digital photographer from Gloucestershire. I often take photographs when out and about in Gloucestershire, the south west and south midlands for work and leisure.
Peter LeCointe
Welcome to my portfolio.
My photography covers a broad and diverse range of sources. I hope you find some to your taste.
Please feel free to comment on any of my work - I very much want to improve!
Pete
Posted: 12 Oct 2007 - 16:49
Wonderful shot Patrick. Different one's to what I got when I was there, shame I wasn't into photography at the time.
Chris
Chris
Gary Horner
One year on from taking up photography as a hobby and I just want to say a bit thank you to the members of EPZ. Learnt so much from you all and seen my photography improve so much since joining the site.
Over the past year I've really begun to appreciate the area in ...
Posted: 12 Oct 2007 - 22:30
Cracking image there Patrick - 1st class as always. Dont worry Chris - I wasnt into photography when I was there either, nor when I was at yosemite, grand tetons, yellowstone, badlands, bryce, grand canyon, arches or during the 12yrs I spent in africa grrrr.....
Patrick Smith
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Posted: 12 Oct 2007 - 22:53
Thanks for dropping by!
I know what you guys mean. I only got into photography a couple of years ago. I wish I had dont' it earlier!
Patrick
I know what you guys mean. I only got into photography a couple of years ago. I wish I had dont' it earlier!
Patrick
Allie Truman
The Personal Stuff:
I'm 48 and first picked up a 'proper' camera in late summer 2006.
I love colour and light and enjoy experimenting, both with the subjects I photograph and in Photoshop.
I gain so much inspiration from others on this site, and many have offer...
Posted: 15 Oct 2007 - 16:59
A monumentally impressive image - very pleased to give you a double century score!
Allie
Allie
Di Hooke
I am a primary school teacher specialising in music and trying to slow down.Originally from Essex and now living in Cornwall,married with two daughters. Photography is a fairly new hobby which I really enjoy but would like to be able to do more than just take snaps. I a...
Posted: 15 Oct 2007 - 17:17
Amazing scene with so much to look at and not always obvious..very special photography.
Di
Di
Patrick Smith
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