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Passageway+eclipse by PatrickSmith
The Golden Gate is both a passageway for people and ships, as well as for lots of ocean fog to cool off the inland areas that can average near 40C in the summer. It is like a big air conditioner blowing from the Pacific on the right, to the bay on the left.
And just for fun, version 2 shows the total lunar eclipse! 1 hour exp. @F8 with ND grad 0.9. ISO 160 20mm wide.
(Straight from the camera for now...)
I just added a version 3 (big) since I'm always trying to get a new view. Definitely a 'shoot and run' situation!
A photo gallery in Carmel (the local artist's enclave) wants to permanently show my work, and the owner liked this picture the most, so I thought I should see what you think. His gallery is between the Edward Weston gallery and around the corner from one that was started by Ansel Adams when both men lived in Carmel.
LOL - Now if I could only also sell my prints for the US $ 100,000+ that I saw posted for one original print. It's true! (the print did look much better than this web image.) And the woman in the gallery said they sold one last month for that amount.
In the Ansel Adams gallery, I committed the faux pas of mentioning the "D' word (Digital) as a rapidly improving type of photography.
Almost got kicked out of the place!
2 minute exposure @F16 with ND grad 0.9 (RAW saturation left flat on zero)
(Don't use 2 ND grads in this situation or you get lots of duplicated reflections!)
And just for fun, version 2 shows the total lunar eclipse! 1 hour exp. @F8 with ND grad 0.9. ISO 160 20mm wide.
(Straight from the camera for now...)
I just added a version 3 (big) since I'm always trying to get a new view. Definitely a 'shoot and run' situation!
A photo gallery in Carmel (the local artist's enclave) wants to permanently show my work, and the owner liked this picture the most, so I thought I should see what you think. His gallery is between the Edward Weston gallery and around the corner from one that was started by Ansel Adams when both men lived in Carmel.
LOL - Now if I could only also sell my prints for the US $ 100,000+ that I saw posted for one original print. It's true! (the print did look much better than this web image.) And the woman in the gallery said they sold one last month for that amount.
In the Ansel Adams gallery, I committed the faux pas of mentioning the "D' word (Digital) as a rapidly improving type of photography.
Almost got kicked out of the place!
2 minute exposure @F16 with ND grad 0.9 (RAW saturation left flat on zero)
(Don't use 2 ND grads in this situation or you get lots of duplicated reflections!)
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| Date Added: | 19 Feb 2008 - 17:04 |
| Camera: | Canon 5D |
| Lens: | Canon 17-40L @30 |
| Film: | RAW (digital) |
| Categories: | Architecture Landscape / Travel General |
| Geo Data: | Show Map Position |
| Tags: | golden gate bridge, fog, san francisco, sausalito, eclipse |
| Readers' Votes: | 262 |
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alan mccormick
An exiled scouser living in Geodieland I have been taking pictures of this and that for lots of years but this is my first venture onto a site like EPZ.
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Colin Grace
Picked up my first camera way back in the early 80's but gave up photography for a while due to other interests. With the advent of digital cameras the interest has not only resumed but is fast becoming an obsession.
My main focus is in landscape photography, especi...
Dennis Bromage
I'm a landscape & travel photographer from the North East of England with a real passion for the outdoors, particularly the mountains and coasts and especially the more wild, rugged & remote areas. Hopefully the work in my gallery will conveys at least a little of my pa...
Steve Kavanagh
Im 39, started photography Nov. 2006. Id always been interested if photography but my snap shots came out nothing like i thought they would, so lost interest. Then the missus bought me a Canon 400D and since then i get out with it when ever i get a minute. I bought the ...
Roger Brown
Live near Burton on Trent. Been interested in photography since my 20s. Went digital 4 years ago with a Canon A40. Not too happy with it so bought a Panasonic FZ30 last year. Came upon this site by accident & it rekindled my somewhat flagging interest.
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 17:13
Wonderfully emotive shot. I love that bank of fog over the bridge. Not sure any photo is worth 100 grand though! Pardon my ignorance but what's the D word?
Rog
Rog
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: 19 Feb 2008 - 17:14
A beauty mate, like this a lot!!!
The 'D' word indeed, could've got lynched for that
Paul
The 'D' word indeed, could've got lynched for that
Paul
Tony Price
Got hooked on photography a long time ago with an Olympus OM10. Several upgrades later and I've caught up with the digital age, a Canon 20D.
Digital has re-energised my interest and like being able to manipulate the image, though confess to being absolute beginner with...
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 17:19
Quote:
In in the Ansel Adams gallery, I committed the socal faux pas of mentioning the "D' word in respect to a certain type of photography.
Almost got kicked out of the place!
In in the Ansel Adams gallery, I committed the socal faux pas of mentioning the "D' word in respect to a certain type of photography.
Almost got kicked out of the place!
LOL, would have loved to have seen their faces...
Superb as always Patrick and looks great large and I bet it's awesome in print.
I was watching a programme on the telly the other day about the Bridge, well about the jumpers really, they seem to average about 2 jumpers a month and apparently, it's the most popular place in the world to commit suicide, wondered if you've caught any in mid flight so to speak...
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 17:20
Thanks for your comments!
LOL Rog, I can have my delusional fantasies! 'D' as in Digital. They only like 8x10 view cameras. Even 4x5's are frowned upon!
LOL Paul, fortunately I can outrun them. But their upturned noses do provide some good shade on hot days!
Tony, yes about every two weeks someone jumps. It is strange to think that people are jumping just a few miles from where I work. Usually they are depressed and if you can get to them, they are fine months or years later and could not imagine trying it again.
Patrick
LOL Rog, I can have my delusional fantasies! 'D' as in Digital. They only like 8x10 view cameras. Even 4x5's are frowned upon!
LOL Paul, fortunately I can outrun them. But their upturned noses do provide some good shade on hot days!
Tony, yes about every two weeks someone jumps. It is strange to think that people are jumping just a few miles from where I work. Usually they are depressed and if you can get to them, they are fine months or years later and could not imagine trying it again.
Patrick
mavis mccormick
I live in a beautiful part of England, midway between the North East coast and its enigmatic castles and the Lake district.
I like candid and unusual photographs and am thrilled to have joined Ephotozine to see all the images from the members. There is a lot of talent...
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: 19 Feb 2008 - 17:24
Perhaps your prints will be worth that someday Patrick 
this one is really beautiful, really like the colours in the sky and the reflection of the bridge.
Sarah *
this one is really beautiful, really like the colours in the sky and the reflection of the bridge.Sarah *
Moira Wooldridge
Age: 60. Technically.
Status: Camera widow, fighting back.
Philosophy: Who needs fiction when reality is so amazing?
Favourite word: 'Serendipity' - the gift of making unexpected happy discoveries.
I have been taking photographs for some 45 years, most of that ti...
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 17:25
The story reminds me of the old Bateman cartoons, 'The man who...'(eg The man who ate his sandwiches in the royal enclosure).
Meanwhile, the main interest is a totally magical image, this is the real world as we dream it.
Moira
Meanwhile, the main interest is a totally magical image, this is the real world as we dream it.
Moira
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 17:26
And I thought "D" meant dollars Love the mist hanging there. it would blot out any jumpers though.
Freda
Love the mist hanging there. it would blot out any jumpers though.Freda
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 17:31
Real quality here Patrick. Almost minimalist. (That's my wee gallery bit )
Who in their right mind would spend that much on a print, ... send them here with cheque book please!!!
Scotty
)Who in their right mind would spend that much on a print, ... send them here with cheque book please!!!
Scotty
Bob Vital
Hi,
My name is Robert Vital I live in the United States in California. I am strictly an amateur photographer. I have been taking pictures for several years now with point and shoot cameras. I finally got my first digital SLR about 2 years ago and have been really enjo...
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 17:37
Thanks for looking!
I wish Sarah..I'll even take 10%!
LOL Moira!
Yes Freda, I added that to the description to explain it a bit more.
Yes Scotty, they do say that. There is a lot of money in the high tech Silicon Valley with $40 billion more if Microsoft buys Yahoo. You should see the prices for the older classic art works like Renoir that I see there!
Patrick
I wish Sarah..I'll even take 10%!
LOL Moira!
Yes Freda, I added that to the description to explain it a bit more.
Yes Scotty, they do say that. There is a lot of money in the high tech Silicon Valley with $40 billion more if Microsoft buys Yahoo. You should see the prices for the older classic art works like Renoir that I see there!
Patrick
Mike Margiotta
I became interested in photography about 8 years ago. I like to take all kinds of pictures although my favourite subject is sport. I decided to go digital approx 3 years ago. I am a member of Bury Photographic Society.
My partner Linda and I have just set up a joint we...
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...
Dawn Michelle
I live in Southern West Virginia, USA. I enjoy spending time with my husband and our families. I am right now a Homemaker since I am laid off of work .. My favorite hobby is photography. Would love to do it for a living but would have to get a lot better and enroll in ...
Tom Dee
Hello.Welcome to my portfolio.
My name is Tom.
I live in Brynmawr/Gwent,South Wales.
I am married to Nichola and have two daughters,Rhiannon and Megan.
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: 19 Feb 2008 - 18:00
Lost in the mist! This is another wonderful image and I am not surprised someone wants to show your work..all your shots are nigh on perfection.
Di
Di
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...
John Roberts
Based in Cheshire but originally from North Wales. Many of my images are from Snowdonia and other parts of North Wales where I visit as often as possible.
I have been totally inspired by the work displayed on ephotozine and strive to improve my photographic ability w...
Sue Restan
I’m originally from the south of England, but am now living in the northern Highlands and, after many years in journalism, have recently moved into public relations.
Although I’d taken holiday photos and snaps of my children as they were growing up, I only became ser...
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 18:10
Thanks for your comments.
And thanks to Guillaume for the award!
I wish they were Di. I had to clone out a bit of salt spray, but fortunately it was in a smooth area and it was easy.
Patrick
And thanks to Guillaume for the award!
I wish they were Di. I had to clone out a bit of salt spray, but fortunately it was in a smooth area and it was easy.
Patrick
Thomas Graham
Hi there, my names Tommy.
My interest in photography started a few years back when I was sitting on my bum in an office doing overtime. As I sat there I had the luck to watch an amazing sunset from my window and suddenly thought what the hell am I doing sitting in t...
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 18:22
We need to learn how to do really bad prints and charge that amount
Another cracker Patrick, you got a great spot there and a good eye for this type of shot..
Tommy
Another cracker Patrick, you got a great spot there and a good eye for this type of shot..
Tommy
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: 19 Feb 2008 - 18:26
A wonderfully atmospheric glow over the whole shot Patrick. Everything appears to be clearly defined yet there is a surreal gentleness that has a dreamlike quality. I love it.
Ron
Ron
Julian
Hi! My name is Julian and my primary interest is landscape photography using medium-format and, more recently, large-format film cameras.
Although I use a digital point-and-shoot occasionally, I much prefer the slow, careful approach of large-format photography. This...
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 18:42
Would look great as an 8x10 B&W contact print, Patrick. Maybe that's where you are going wrong....?
*runs away and hides...*
*runs away and hides...*
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 18:48
I recon about 300 people are going to have their say and add their votes ......... brilliant!!!!!!!!!!!
Leon
Leon
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 18:49
I reckon you could sell your prints for an hell of a lot more, that Ansel one only goes for that price because of his name, i could take shots like that moonrise everyday of the week! Well, when its not too cloudy then
This is fabulous, the fog bank across the bridge creates the drama and the light is lovely, great work.
This is fabulous, the fog bank across the bridge creates the drama and the light is lovely, great work.
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 19:03
Thanks for looking!
I wish Tommy. You have to go the limited edition route to start with. It is so snooty!
Yes ron, thigs were flowing quickly so I just made sure the bridge was sharp.
LOL Julian, keep running! ... over to that gallery where you belong! Don't forget to upturn that nose or you won't fit in.....
True Neil, that and he doesn't make many prints these days! And here I just let the sunset, low fog and clouds do the work for a couple of minutes.
Patrick
I wish Tommy. You have to go the limited edition route to start with. It is so snooty!
Yes ron, thigs were flowing quickly so I just made sure the bridge was sharp.
LOL Julian, keep running! ... over to that gallery where you belong! Don't forget to upturn that nose or you won't fit in.....
True Neil, that and he doesn't make many prints these days! And here I just let the sunset, low fog and clouds do the work for a couple of minutes.
Patrick
Dave Peck
Loved photography since I was 13, a long, long time ago! Passed my City and Guilds in photography years ago and worked until recently in the school photography industry. I have therefore developed patience and an understanding of organisation. I have shot pans of whole ...
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 19:12
A beauty Patrick, good luck with the exhibition, you will blow their socks off I reckon.
Dave
Dave
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: 19 Feb 2008 - 19:24
Stunning image Patrick, I particularly like the way the lights on the bridge was kind of merged with the mist and the colours are beautiful
Sean
Sean
Alan
Really this should be about us not just me, the wife and I live in the Lake district and as I have said in our welcome message we share our cameras and get great pleasure in our photography
we are both virtual beginners, and seeing our photo's alongside others in the g...
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 19:41
I am amazed that I got in on the 72 A superb image will now go off and sulk, Have looked at your PF ,now will sulk some more,
Alan
Alan
Paul Beaumont
Born in Yorkshire, lived for over 30 years just outside Blackpool but have now been settled in the West Midlands for 23 years. Our 3 grown-up sons live nearby. My wife (sandrak), athough new to photography, is also a keen member of epz.
I enjoy travelling with the fami...
gerry sexton
"Out beyond ideas of wrong doing or right doing there is a field; lets meet there!"
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 19:43
An exceptional view well crafted & perhaps a future 100K image. who knows what people will be saying then?
gerry
gerry
Ashley Dunning
Hi, My name is Ashley and I live in the North East of England. I now have a canon 50D 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
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...
Alfie Williams
Hi, My name is Alfie Williams, and I live with my wife and son in the small town of Amlwch on the lovely Island of Anglesey on the North Wales coast.
I have had an interest in photography since about 1976, when at that time I was using a Zorki 4k 35mm camera. (wish...
Andre Gascoine
Hi,my name is Andre, always been keen on photography but its been on the back burner for too long, so over the last few months since getting into digital, it's all go! so much to learn on the camera & photoshop. I only joined this site a short time ago and it has helped...
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 20:13
Cracking shot Patrick, will be there in july on a fly-drive holiday, can't wait.
Andre.
Andre.
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 20:18
Thanks for stopping by!
I hope you are right Dave!
Yes Sean, it was moving through the bridge and over 2 minutes it got stretched out quite nicely.
lol...No sulking Alan!
I wonder too Gerry.
Thanks Finlandian. Is that the proper term? Or just Finn? Finnish wouldn't work in that context I think.
Patrick
I hope you are right Dave!
Yes Sean, it was moving through the bridge and over 2 minutes it got stretched out quite nicely.
lol...No sulking Alan!
I wonder too Gerry.
Thanks Finlandian. Is that the proper term? Or just Finn? Finnish wouldn't work in that context I think.
Patrick
Peter Jaktlund
A Swedish photographer and member of the nordic organisation Bio-Foto and also a member of Falu photoclub.
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...
Malcolm Shucksmith
The photo was taken at Lodore Falls near Derwentwater in the Lake District
I've always taken photographs since my parents bought me a Kodak Brownie 127 Kit in 19**.
To date I have gone to places and taken some shots whilst I have been there, now I want to go place...
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: 19 Feb 2008 - 20:50
Stunning shot Pat, love the colours, i might have cropped off a tad from the right side though, seems to be an empty gap?
Joline Frazier
I am a retired nurse from Maine, USA. I live in a fairly remote area on a beautiful lake, so a lot of my photos are nature oriented. Photography and quilting are my two favorite pastimes, but I think photography gets the most time and attention.
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 20:51
Believe me, Ansel would be using digital if he were around...he was nothing if not innovative. Hope you do well in the gallery, if this is an indication, you will!
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 21:03
Stunning image Patrick, this image puts the gold in golden gate and hopefully in your pocket , no wonder they want to show your images.
MikeA.
, no wonder they want to show your images.MikeA.
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: 19 Feb 2008 - 21:21
Superb.
Good luck with the display, and you never know, maybe Clint will wander in and make your day by buying one...I seem to remember Carmel was his favourite place and he was mayor for a couple of years.
Good luck with the display, and you never know, maybe Clint will wander in and make your day by buying one...I seem to remember Carmel was his favourite place and he was mayor for a couple of years.
Colin MacGregor
Hi and thanks for visiting my little corner of cyber-space. Since joining EPZ, I've developed an unhealthy addiction to this site, and had the pleasure of meeting quite a few like minded folks along the way - you all know who you are.
Having had a recent trawl through ...
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 - 21:27
Hope this could be your big break, Patrick.
Love the image - the cloud and orange light makes it special.
Good luck!
Colin
Love the image - the cloud and orange light makes it special.
Good luck!
Colin
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: 19 Feb 2008 - 21:28
Hope the permanent exhibition - this should be a great seller.
Like the details and colours you have captured.
Regards Richard.
Like the details and colours you have captured.
Regards Richard.
Guy Phillips
I'm 49, working as a town planner in Greenock (please don't hold that against me!!) and living in Helensburgh.
First time I probably picked up a camera in earnest was in my teens when my old man leant me his Zeiss Werra (strange beast of a rangefinder 35mm that you t...
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.
Thanks to everone who has...
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. I’ve only recently started taking photography more seriously and bought my first SLR, a Nikon D80, in 2006. I’ve ...
Sue Macdonald
My name is Sue Macdonald, (user name Sue Turner) I have always enjoyed photography but never really understood those "F" stops - found them very confusing - the bigger the number the smaller the hole - whose idea was that!!
Have been bitten by the "digital bug" big t...
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
MIKE HUME
Have recently bought a canon eos30d having been interested in photography some years ago but seldom had the time to devote to a part time hobby. Now find myself with some time and am keen to learn. any comments would be REALLY great !!!
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....
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!
...
David Constable
Old aching and decaying. With 2 kids under 6 this accelerates the condition at which this happens
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 00:36
A beautiful capture of the fog coming in - superb atmosphere and color tones.
Anne
Anne
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 01:49
Thanks for your comments!
It was a rather mysterious evening Peter, then the moon came out leading to the shot I uploaded a few uploads back in my PF.
Terry, I could have done that and I do have one without the gap, but that is where a lot of light came through so I included it so people can see where the light originated.
Yes Joline, I bet he would use digital now, or at least experiment with it. I wonder what he would say about it if he were alive today?
That would be nice Mike, we will see!
Kris, it is actually two block from Clint's Hog's Breath Inn. Great food there. I've seen him walking around but not in his restaurant.
You never know Colin. That would be nice. Programming is mentally draining and photography is still challenging but more relaxing.
It could be Richard. I have only made one print and it does look good, even to 30x45.
I wish Gary!
Sorry about the fingers Nikki.
Patrick
It was a rather mysterious evening Peter, then the moon came out leading to the shot I uploaded a few uploads back in my PF.
Terry, I could have done that and I do have one without the gap, but that is where a lot of light came through so I included it so people can see where the light originated.
Yes Joline, I bet he would use digital now, or at least experiment with it. I wonder what he would say about it if he were alive today?
That would be nice Mike, we will see!
Kris, it is actually two block from Clint's Hog's Breath Inn. Great food there. I've seen him walking around but not in his restaurant.
You never know Colin. That would be nice. Programming is mentally draining and photography is still challenging but more relaxing.
It could be Richard. I have only made one print and it does look good, even to 30x45.
I wish Gary!
Sorry about the fingers Nikki.
Patrick
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 03:09
This is an amazing image Patrick, really love it! I think you have outdone yourself with this one.
Lisa
Lisa
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: 20 Feb 2008 - 03:37
When you start moving in circles with these guys it can only be good for your career and financial status Patrick, If anybody deserves this you do my friend. Your dedication and continual high quality is a monument to us all, maybe one day being able to match you.
You seem to have all the elements working for you here,the light, fog sky and colour, quite remarkable image, I'm positive this will be a goo earner for you over the years to come.
Many congratulations, maybe when I visit So Cal I'll be able to see your work with my own eyes.
All the very best my friend,
Dougie
You seem to have all the elements working for you here,the light, fog sky and colour, quite remarkable image, I'm positive this will be a goo earner for you over the years to come.
Many congratulations, maybe when I visit So Cal I'll be able to see your work with my own eyes.
All the very best my friend,
Dougie
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: 20 Feb 2008 - 04:59
I can't make my mind up if this is sunset or sunrise? it looks like sunset with the light coming from the right?
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 05:05
Thanks Lisa. I almost slipped in too!
I hope you are right Dougie. And if you are ever in San Francisco, I'll give you a tour.
Sunset Terry. That's why it is brighter to the right as you noticed. There is so much motion over a two minute exposure that it is hard to tell sometimes.
Patrick
I hope you are right Dougie. And if you are ever in San Francisco, I'll give you a tour.
Sunset Terry. That's why it is brighter to the right as you noticed. There is so much motion over a two minute exposure that it is hard to tell sometimes.
Patrick
bjhowden BA (hons) fine art
I have been interested in photgraphy since 1968 I have not yet defined my area of photography I am just passionate about making images, but I like portraiture,( Social Documentary ) architecture and I am also keen on art, being a huge fan of surrealism/Cubism Abstract G...
Jeannie
Hello and welcome to my portfolio of images. Not a lot to tell about me except that I have been interested in photography for a few years but never managed to do much due to time constraints. My other time consuming hobby has been falconry and I have my own birds which ...
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 09:24
If I could choose only I image to remind me of my holiday there it would be this! Fantastic lighting so well captured and produced. I hope you get your exhibition, it would be brilliant.
Jeannie.
Jeannie.
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 09:50
Another Patrick masterpiece
Love the light from the street lights in this - both on the tower on the right and glowing in the fog. Really special.
Congrats on the gallery - would love to see an exhibition of your prints.
Love the light from the street lights in this - both on the tower on the right and glowing in the fog. Really special.
Congrats on the gallery - would love to see an exhibition of your prints.
alan williams
Always had an interest in Photography just never really done anything about it until this year.
Now armed with a DSLR i see everything as a Photo opportunity, hoping to improve my skills,EPZ is certainly helping.
Now for the boring bit'
Kids ..a few
Likes,Football(W...
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: 20 Feb 2008 - 10:56
Congrats Patrick, on this image, and getting your work showcased in such a prestigious place.
I'm sure that your images will go down a treat. As said above, your shots are a constant inspration to many of us on EPZ.
Martin
I'm sure that your images will go down a treat. As said above, your shots are a constant inspration to many of us on EPZ.
Martin
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...
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 12:20
What can you say thats not been said ,Super capture
Brian............................
Brian............................
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 12:25
Superb, stunning...all the adjectives are out for this one. Great work Patrick.
Howard
Howard
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...
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...
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 15:04
Stunning capture Patrick, congrats on getting your pics exhibited, here's wishing you all the best.
Richard
Richard
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 15:46
Thanks for dropping in!
Glad I could bring back good memories Jeannie!
Thanks Matt, I just let the fog paint the sky for me.
Martin, hopefully the atmosphere of the place will rub off a bit! I'm still skeptical but we'll see.
Thanks Richard, I'll need a lot of luck too!
Patrick
Glad I could bring back good memories Jeannie!
Thanks Matt, I just let the fog paint the sky for me.
Martin, hopefully the atmosphere of the place will rub off a bit! I'm still skeptical but we'll see.
Thanks Richard, I'll need a lot of luck too!
Patrick
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...
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 17:30
Very clear, with stunning light and colour. Cloud colour is a stunner..and of course the mist makes this a stunner...
PS... Now I am retired I might take you up on a trip out to your area..What wildife ( Elephant seals apart ) will get me snapping?
Kind regards... Not a bad wildlife shot of your Ele Seal
Edgar
PS... Now I am retired I might take you up on a trip out to your area..What wildife ( Elephant seals apart ) will get me snapping?
Kind regards... Not a bad wildlife shot of your Ele Seal
Edgar
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 17:44
Thanks for the kind wishes. I do hope it works out!
Well Edgar, I must admit that the SF bay area is not really the best for wildlife. Our long dry summers make it difficult for most animals.
There is a nice heard of Elk about 1 hour north of San Francisco in the Point Reyes National Park. They can be 7 feet at the shoulder!
And there are 250 species of birds here, which is almost the variety that you get in the tropics. Most are small and fast though and blend into the dry grass. But there are lots of bird photographers here so they must get something.
The real big game is about 1000 miles away NE in Wyoming, Montana, and places like that.
Fortunately that seal was sleeping!
If you have other questions, let me know.
Patrick
Well Edgar, I must admit that the SF bay area is not really the best for wildlife. Our long dry summers make it difficult for most animals.
There is a nice heard of Elk about 1 hour north of San Francisco in the Point Reyes National Park. They can be 7 feet at the shoulder!
And there are 250 species of birds here, which is almost the variety that you get in the tropics. Most are small and fast though and blend into the dry grass. But there are lots of bird photographers here so they must get something.
The real big game is about 1000 miles away NE in Wyoming, Montana, and places like that.
Fortunately that seal was sleeping!
If you have other questions, let me know.
Patrick
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: 20 Feb 2008 - 19:10
I'm lost for words Patrick... !
This is so very beautiful & not a hint of danger
Janet
This is so very beautiful & not a hint of danger
Janet
Posted: 20 Feb 2008 - 20:23
Thanks Janet. I almost went swimming when a container ship that could just barely fit under the 300 ft. deck of the bridge came by! Does that count?
Patrick
Patrick
Johanna Braunschweiger
I am 54 years old and have been a housewife since our first daughter was born. Now I work parttime and fill up the rest of the day with a lot of things I like doing (photography, painting, reading, writing...) and try to avoid as many things as possible, I don't like to...
paul shaw
I'm 44yrs old and live in Derbyshire with my soul mate Allison, my late Grandads lovebird Tommy and our cat, Guy, who's very deaf. I work as a rep a few days a week which takes me over to North Norfolk and also a Peak National Park Ranger at the weekends. My photographi...
Frederick John Evans AWPF DPAGB
Born in Nantyglo in 1944, Worked in Steel Industry as Apprentice, Fitter, Chargehand and Team Leader from 1961 to 2001.
1st cameras PIC, Kodak Stirling ll.
1st SLR Pentax ME Super in 1980.
Current Cameras, Pentax LX, Pentax Super A, Pentax MZ5N, Pentax K10D.
Starte...
Paul Stefan
Hi there...
Like mostly everyone else that's registered on this site I am mad about photography.
If you've taken the time to look at and comment on my photos - thank you
If you have any questions feel free to PM me or you can also email me at: paul@paulstefa...
Posted: 21 Feb 2008 - 01:23
Very nice. I like the story too
Looking forward to catching up on Saturday
Cheers, Paul
Looking forward to catching up on Saturday
Cheers, Paul
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: 21 Feb 2008 - 08:24
Fabulous shot, love the colours and the bridge going into the mist.
Excellent composition and clarity, super image.
Annette
Excellent composition and clarity, super image.
Annette
Paul Holloway
I live in the southern highlands of Scotland near the village of Balquhidder.
Landscapes are what I mainly photograph though have been told I need to get out of my comfort zone more with my photography! We'll see.
Posted: 21 Feb 2008 - 13:55
Wow Version #1
Wow version #2
Congrats on the permanent gig! I am sure you will sell many images.
p.s. I am sure Adams would have bought a DSLR!!
Wow version #2
Congrats on the permanent gig! I am sure you will sell many images.
p.s. I am sure Adams would have bought a DSLR!!
Jeanie
Hello...
Hmm what would you like to know?
I love photography.. well we all do thats why we are here..
I love it when you get that adrenalin flow... that rush when it all comes together and you get the shot you want...
I love this community and I love the friends I...
Posted: 21 Feb 2008 - 16:11
Well done you for getting the eclipse. I am afraid to say I slept through the whole exciting episode.. and it was cloudy anyway here 
Jeanie
(just updating the black book with your last remark by the way! lol!)
Jeanie
(just updating the black book with your last remark by the way! lol!)
Posted: 21 Feb 2008 - 16:21
Thanks for stopping by for a look!
Yes, Ansel would probably have a scanning back and the whole lot!
I slept through it too Jeanie. Not much to do for that hour. Okay well I walked the beach, but I could have slept! lol....There was a remark, or just a bit of accurate recordkeeping for posterity's sake?
Patrick
Yes, Ansel would probably have a scanning back and the whole lot!
I slept through it too Jeanie. Not much to do for that hour. Okay well I walked the beach, but I could have slept! lol....There was a remark, or just a bit of accurate recordkeeping for posterity's sake?
Patrick
Darren Athersmith
Passionate about all things photographic and producing images to the highest quality possible.
I find this site an excellent source of inspiration and a lot of the images posted are simply outstanding, there is a lot of talent here to learn from.
Posted: 21 Feb 2008 - 17:33
WOW two great images Patrick but #1 is particularly stunning, I can see why it is the gallery owners favourite. Congrats on that by the way, hope you get some good sales from it.
Darren.
Darren.
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...
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: 21 Feb 2008 - 19:07
Unbelievably stunning in fact Patrick. Definately a firm favourite for me from all of your work. I love the light and tones, and that sky is just stunning.
jojo
I am 40 years old have 4 kids, work full time....i have no time for personal photography!!! I love taking photos, we, that is me and my other half Darren-The Collector- live in the heart of the beautiful Devon countryside, in a fantastic place right on the river Torrid...
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: 22 Feb 2008 - 01:46
HI Patrick,
whether it's done in digital or film it's breathetaking and outstanding and excellent work is excellent work,why be an inverted snob about things. There's plenty of room for both.take care,Ann
whether it's done in digital or film it's breathetaking and outstanding and excellent work is excellent work,why be an inverted snob about things. There's plenty of room for both.take care,Ann
Posted: 22 Feb 2008 - 05:32
Thanks for taking a look!
I put the eclipse in the mods until I can process it properly.
I know what you mean Ann about snobs. The 8x10 group do not realize what is happening with digital. And it puts into jeopardy, the limited edition print, which is a major source of gallery income. So that is a threat!
Patrick
I put the eclipse in the mods until I can process it properly.
I know what you mean Ann about snobs. The 8x10 group do not realize what is happening with digital. And it puts into jeopardy, the limited edition print, which is a major source of gallery income. So that is a threat!
Patrick
Posted: 22 Feb 2008 - 15:00
Oh, Annette, thanks for the award! I only saw it now. It is on a place on the page that is easy to miss.
Patrick
Patrick
fran ashton
I have eventually joined since I believe in the motto ---"If you can't beat 'em----". Plus, I wasn't going to miss out on all the fun of the meets. I really felt much more a part of it when I was glued to my laptop - just like everyone else! Please feel free to make any...
Posted: 22 Feb 2008 - 17:36
Bit of nice light there MrS
(and I like the eclipse shot too!)
Cheers!
Fran xx
PS, sorry it took me soooooo long to pop-in, promise to be a regular visitor from now on! (whether I'm invited or not!!!
)
(and I like the eclipse shot too!)
Cheers!
Fran xx
PS, sorry it took me soooooo long to pop-in, promise to be a regular visitor from now on! (whether I'm invited or not!!!
)Posted: 22 Feb 2008 - 17:59
LOL Fran...
I would hide behind a lone tree, but you'd probably find it!
Actually I do wish I could go. Maybe someday!
Thanks Phil, I hope so too.
Patrick
I would hide behind a lone tree, but you'd probably find it!
Actually I do wish I could go. Maybe someday!
Thanks Phil, I hope so too.
Patrick
Bill Barraclough
Hi there to one and all.
The digital age has re-awakened in me an old passion for the visual image that had largely stagnated over the last thirty years into merely taking mostly holiday snapshots punctuated by the occasional little gem.
Without the space, time or...
Posted: 22 Feb 2008 - 20:58
Another magnificent capture, Patrick.
Not only do you have great technical expertise, but you also have a superb eye for composition. It's always a joy to see your work; thanks.
Bill
Not only do you have great technical expertise, but you also have a superb eye for composition. It's always a joy to see your work; thanks.
Bill
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 ...
Georg Martens
I was born 56 years ago in the small town of Outjo in South West Africa, now Namibia. My wife Lola was born a day later in Windhoek the capitol of Namibia. After living for nearly 20 years in South Africa, we decided that we needed a change. We now live in Doha, Qatar w...
Posted: 23 Feb 2008 - 14:59
You are one of the people on my "favorite" list. Forgive me if I do not make a comment every time I vote on your photos. I am so busy with the flying lately that I just do not have the time to make a sensible comment. This does not mean that I just "click" to give you a vote. Now and then I may surprise you with a written contribution!! Regards.
Georg
Georg
Posted: 23 Feb 2008 - 15:59
Thanks Tom and Ian!
LOL Georg, don't worry. We are here to have fun and I like your arial shots so that is fine. Someday I'd like to try that!
Patrick
LOL Georg, don't worry. We are here to have fun and I like your arial shots so that is fine. Someday I'd like to try that!
Patrick
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.
Posted: 24 Feb 2008 - 20:27
A classic image Patrick, this is work of the very highest calibre. Congratulations on a well deserved double century
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...
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: 27 Feb 2008 - 21:07
Good news on the gallery front Patrick, I wish you well. The main image is sublime, and I let out an expletive as I viewed number 3, (good proof that you do get bad weather).
Nigel
Nigel
Ty Chee
Location: New Jersey USA
My photography story goes as follows.... I always had some type of camera as a kid. When I was in my pre-teens I had one of those Kodak 110 cameras as well as a Polaroid Land camera. My step father was into photography and I remember when we ...
Exposure
We Live In Cyprus,I love photography and digital Art.
We have two lovely daughters and son-Inlaws and two beautiful grandchildren.
I am an animal lover,we have two dogs um three now and two Wild cats.
Thank you for taking the time to look at my images.
Best Wishes
...
Posted: 2 Mar 2008 - 18:12
I thought I had commented on this already but it looks like I didn't so here I go. Really nice Patrick, great colours and great light, no 3 looks like you would have gotten a little bit wet.
Scott
Scott
Posted: 3 Mar 2008 - 15:08
Thanks Ty and Pauline!
LOL Nigel, you dont' want to knwo what I 'let out!' I'm putting it up for real today.
Um... definitely Scott!
Patrick
LOL Nigel, you dont' want to knwo what I 'let out!' I'm putting it up for real today.
Um... definitely Scott!
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: 4 Mar 2008 - 12:31
Another masterpiece. I just love the way the bridge disappears into the mist and the colours in the sky are beautiful.
I also like the effect of the long exposure on the moon in #2.
Ted
I also like the effect of the long exposure on the moon in #2.
Ted
Posted: 5 Mar 2008 - 16:55
Thanks! I liked that effect too, though I didn't know how it would look at first.
Patrick
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.
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...
Posted: 6 Mar 2008 - 08:07
Holysh...this is outrageously stunning, Patrick. Vs 2 and 3 as well!!
Can prints actually sell for a 100 G's??
Back to V2...that's really something. You're probably the ONLY person with that shot, dude.
Andrew
Can prints actually sell for a 100 G's??
Back to V2...that's really something. You're probably the ONLY person with that shot, dude.
Andrew
Posted: 6 Mar 2008 - 14:51
Thanks Kin and Andrew!
And thanks Ty and MadTrace for the awards. I didn't see them until now!
Patrick
And thanks Ty and MadTrace for the awards. I didn't see them until now!
Patrick
Posted: 7 Mar 2008 - 14:00
Thanks Don!
Raiders side. Allthough these days with neither team doing well, it doesn't matter much....lol!
Patrick
Raiders side. Allthough these days with neither team doing well, it doesn't matter much....lol!
Patrick
Alan Smith
I live in the New Forest National Park, so much of my photography will be centred around there. I also take landscape and seascape photos of the Dorset coast, also known as the Jurassic Coast, and around the counties of Hampshire and Wiltshire in the UK.
I have train...
Cheers
Alan