I went back to this image, seems to be my favourite from the recent shoot nearly a week ago. The previous post of this image was a little dark, whites where flat etc thanks CF for the feed back. check out my post “Stormy Bliss” for a comparison, Cheers Adrian
Another from Trigg Is. The detail in the rock face with the setting sun was what got me up close and personal with this one. A little bold maybe but none the less another angle from the coast on a great evening. cheers Adrian
Another image from Trigg Island. Looks like something from another universe with the texture of the rock. Had a great time taking these shots, tried many different approaches in one shoot including the abstract a few posts back. Check them all out when you have a moment. cheers Adrian
The unseasonal weather a few days ago brought with it a small yet interesting ground swell. This image was taken North of Trigg Island. There were awesome colours from the setting sun and I was working towards an image that was not a still action shot nor a silky velvet water image. This portrays the felling and scene of the evening with many people strolling and surfing the hot 42° day away. cheers Adrian
I had a previous image up of a 3 image stitch however I have replaced it with this version. I had some serious issues going on with the horizon and the cloud bank just above it, I was being stitched by CS4 stitching. This image is a little blown on the setting sun. The left image has been given a soft focus Nik Software treatment and the right is as shot, anyway thanks Mark and Graham for commenting on the previous image that once lived here ! cheers Adrian
After reading Mark Stothard’s posts 48 hrs ago I headed to Trigg beach for a sunset shoot. The clouds all day where rather spectacular and as a result this was what was on offer. Stormy, nice ground swell and balmy, love that weather. This is the same evening as the previous post yet after sundown. Cheers Adrian
Recently I was reading an article in Australian Photography magazine. There was a photographer, I wish I could remember his name and the article however he explained that if you have a layered landscape that has defined edges you can create the following image. To do this I simply had my camera on the tripod and working out the distance and time in relation to exposure, swivel or turn the 3 way tripod head, one or two goes at getting my timing right and this is the result. With the current cloud around, very still hot conditions and timing a wave to crash the lines to me at least seemed defined. Given a once over in Nik software with ” Stylized Saturation” to boost the colours I think I may have achieved a cool & effective image. Cheers Adrian
This software is somewhat extraordinary in the least. After viewing Fletcher’s posts on this software and the portraits with Nik Software he processed, I was keen to see what it could do for macro images. It so happens that Nik actually has a foliage application process. It is what one could call a one touch process with a few sliders in between, but nonetheless certainly a time saving process. I couldn’t not take this shot, I love the warm rich tones of the background and the flower that has passed its used by date in contrast to the fresh vibrant new blossom. Cheers Adrian
I had the itch to get out a day after arriving home from down south. Headed straight to the coast around 6pm. Drove up and down west cost hwy and pulled in just south of Hillarys Marina. The swell had picked up considerably and there was some nice waves to be had. After watching some locals get some great waves I found this small rocky outcrop. There was not a cloud in the sky so after being sand blasted I headed home. Happy Holidays !
After an early text message saying get up and check out the sun I headed down to Cott beach. Nothing to spectacular on the swell side but there was an eery scene with the south west bushfires blanketing Perth with smoke. The sun was a orange/pink ball in the sky creating an unnatural colour cast. It would of been nice to have a 400mm prime (Dan snapped up that quickly from fletchers bargain bin) to shoot the 3 osprey that where perched on top of the light post fishing, they were killing it, out doing two old sea dogs fishing off the rocks, awesome to watch. 16 image stitch. Cheers Adrian
These little critters can certainly move quickly when they see a lens pointed their way. They display awesome colours and have always been a welcome sign to any garden. Will it sell as a wall print, most likely not, could I put it in a book publication dedicated to macro, probably!
These are great plants, a little alien in appearance during their dormant period however once spring hits they take off with a flurry. These shots where taken quite early in the morning with natural light exposing the veins of the foliage. Stay tuned for more posts once the plant starts to flower.
Light trails have always been a bit of fun. Standing on a train platform or freeway over pass has often created some interesting results. This image was taken on a long late night after 1 too many on a friends bush block in Denmark, South West W.A. They had just spent $30K on a concrete pad for a new shed. It has been the best cricket pitch I have ever played on ! So after a day of cricket and again many brews the creative juices flowed. We used all sorts of lighting implements from sparklers to kerosene lamps to create an array of light trails.Adrian
Took myself off to the University of Western Australia. Its a great place early in the morning with the light tunneling down the halls. Not too sure what to think of the image with its colour cast but none the less its my first attempt at HDR. Cheers Adrian
Ive been following the work of Dan Capobianco & Antonio Ranieri for some time. They have just returned from a trip to Italy all of which can be seen on their wordpress sites. http://www.dcapobianco.wordpress.comand http://antonioranieri.wordpress.com One is a Canon user and the other Nikon so see if you can pick the difference. They are also putting together some textures that can be apllied to images. Have a look through some of thier previous posts for info on this. More to come on that Im sure and they have just advertised a photographic tour to Italy, 5 places only for this trip. They are local lads with strong ties to Italy and local knowledge which is evident in thier images. Cheers Adrian
Well what a night it was at the great Pizza Hall of Mark’s from The True North. Thanks for all the feedback on my macro work and for all the new links via wordpress. Well the pressure is on to follow up so here you go. For anyone with a green thumb you will know how much pain one can receive when pruning a Bougainvillea. Covered in 2 inch thorns I had not really got close enough to actually notice that they contain a white flower within the paper like petals. Enjoy Adrian
Well for those that don’t know me the image below portrays what I do for a living. As all photogs know it is often argued that we are never in any photographs so here you go, this is me at work rest & play. Adrian
Alyssum is a flowering border plant lining every rose garden in the city. Quite a difficult species to isolate as it grows in clusters however I think this image does its refined beauty justice.
Another landscape image from the recent trip south. This was taken early during the drive to Walpole. My car was telling me it was 2 degrees outside and it certainly felt like it. Balingup through to Nannup was covered in a heavy blanket of thick fog. This image is the remnants of a pine forest along the Balckwood River drive.
This was taken at about 8am from a moving boat. I was heading down the Frankland inlet for a fishing spot. This part of W.A is like coming home for me, the smell of the Forest, the Frankland River and of course the not so far wineries. The river was like glass in sections providing great reflections. Despite the odd shower the camera stayed out and the fish were biting. Adrian
Its great coming home to some nice weather. The great Southern has had some typical winter weather, mind you there was some very nice light early morning most days.(Stay posted for some landscape images). Overcast conditions provide great lighting for macro however waiting for the wind to drop tests the patience of the even the most dedicated. These four images where taken in the D’Entrecasteaux National Park, located just North of Walpole. Wildflowers are in abundance within the sand dune country along Mandalay Rd, Crystal Springs providing an early spring showing. Adrian
Well as you guessed it Im away in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. ( Walpole, Nornalup, Denmark).I had one goal in mind for this trip and that was wildflowers. Now I know there is a competition on between Merv and Mark and lets see how they go however watch this space for some new macro images that might just give them both a run for their money or beer !
This post is the same ornamental tree as the previous post with a different composition. Looking forward to these flowers turning vibrant pink so stay posted if you like Macro ! Both images taken with the trusty canon 100mm Macro. Regards Adrian
Well spring is coming, well I would like to think it’s coming. I have been looking forward to the ornamental flowering trees to get their act together and finally show some form of life after a long dormant cycle. This image is of a ornamental double flowering Alvin’s tree. The small flowers start off white then turn a brilliant pink, hence the name. Any thoughts welcome, Cheers Adrian
Absolutely enjoying the weather at the moment, rain, sun shine, cloud all in one day providing great lighting conditions. This image was taken directly after a brief shower followed by full direct sunlight. Taken with 100mm macro and circular polarised filter. Enjoy Adrian
From what I have seen in the past few days via different posts and getting out and amongst it, is that spring for 2009 is going to be a bumper season. I headed to the John Forrest National Park looking to get some images of Hovea falls. That somehow didn’t eventuate and will be left for another trip however it was the abundant supply of wildflowers I couldn’t resist. You don’t need to walk too far before you are surrounded by 4 0r 5 different species of wildflowers, all at different stages of bloom. One word of warning, if you go on a week day when you maybe the only person out there, just be wary of sneaky ,stealth like western grey kangaroos, thats all I will say on that. Cheers Adrian
Check out Graham Cahill’s website but for something different go to his wordpress blog located under “Extras”. Some very intrepid travel images and if you love your motor sport there’s also plenty of that in his website. You can click to his website from my links located left.
Cheers Adrian
I was just entertaining the thought of converting a macro to HDR and ended up with this. The image is showing a little noise however I don’t have ninja and the noise filter in CS4 doesn’t do it for me. Anyway I posted it so let me know your thoughts, Cheers Adrian
Well I have not put a post up for almost a week due to being infected with what seems to be the next generation of the flue,Swine. So without getting out and amongst it I have been going through my external Lacie H/D and found an unworked image from my trip to Vietnam. I wanted this image to portray a dark, unclean yet subtle vibrant colour reflective of how life is on the streets of Vietnam. Or maybe its the state of mind and body Im currently feeling. Oink !
Today after taking the “Shed” image I was still captivated by the pier and it’s reflective offerings. So here it is in all its tranquil glory. Slight crop and exposure adjustment and the usual 2 x fletcher sharpening treatment. Adrian
Back to Mosman Bay to finally capture the Boat Shed. I had been many times before but was never satisfied with the end product. With the knowledge of clouds gathering I arrived there early and set up for a 6 sec exposure. Converted to B & W with exposure and contrast adjustment finishing with 2 x sharp filter. Adrian
The tulip and daffodil bulbs in my garden are in full bloom and no I didn’t plant them for photographic subject matter but hey I don’t have to go far to get the 100mm macro lens out. The weather where I live must have got rather cold last night because the entire garden was covered in dew providing this stunning composition. Adrian
I was out early to capture more river reflections while the clear crisp mornings lasted. However on this morning the water current was not working with long exposures, moving the moored boats around oh so very slightly. This image has those reflections I was looking for and the movement in the image creates a sense of life in the scene. Adrian
The weather this past week has been simply sublime. Reflective still mornings ( see previous posts) and smokey sunsets all in the one week with out any rain. Yes we all love the rain,the clouds and lighting conditions it provides however it has been inspiring to work with conditions one does not necessarily witness at this time of year. Adrian
This image was taken from the pier in the previous post looking out to ” The Rowing Shed”. Freezing cold but bliss all the same. However no wet shoes, I will leave that up to Fletcher, the guy needs waders or gum boots !
Well if you can get up with the sparrows as they say you will be treated to some beautiful mornings down by the Swan river. Yes its cold however it is incredibly still providing the perfect silhouette or glass like reflections. If I didnt work in Mosman Park I would not experience this wonderful part of the Swan River every morning. There is plenty of subject matter as you will notice from my previous posts and also one of the best locations for a sun rise. Adrian
Any thoughts…Taken with 100mm Macro, Swan Valley, Native Grass Tree. Points of focus on the droplet are slightly different, light conditions where at the opposite ends of the day …
The first image was shot with a 100mm canon macro from the Blackboy forest, Bells rapids. The 2nd is also from the same region in the Avon valley as the previous post. I wanted to get the Avon shot in overcast conditions which it was but not as grey as I would have liked. But the subtle contrasts between the 2 images is still worth capturing. Oh how I long for a set of Lee N.D Grad filters !
Its great being on holidays. Ive been to this particular place 3 times in the past 5 days. Reading the light, watching the weather and jumping in the car is so much better than having to go to work. Anyway I hiked along some goat trails today and found myself deep in the valley that surrounds Bells Rapids. The landscape varied from hillsides of native grass trees to paper bark trees submerged in creek beds to sunlit hills of granite and cascading water. It was a serious hike plus some almost vertical rock climbing and slippery river crossings. A GPS would have been very handy !
Macro is the original photographic genre that initiated the purchase of my first DSLR almost 5 yrs ago. Since then and now having 2 Canon DSLR’s I have always been drawn to that finer detail in all images. Recent posts have been landscapes however within the landscape I am constantly looking for finer details. My initial post on wordpress was a series of 6 macro images and its been a while since my dedicated 100mm macro got a workout so here’s the latest.
I had to get back to Bells rapids as I felt I had not got the image I wanted. I enjoy this place however you have to take a moment away from the lens to really appreciate it. Bells Rapids is located amongst a valley of rolling hills, dense Bushland and enough different photographic ideas to keep anyone occupied for hours. This image from across the river is about a 6km round trip walk. Taken with a Canon L 24-105, 2 image stitch with B+W superslim circ. polariser.
This image was taken further up stream from Bell’s Rapid’s. I have had this vision in my mind for some time. Not sure if i nailed it, just finding that meandering river bed with perfectly placed rocks, glossy river bed stones and of course the light is what makes us go back for more!
This is another image from Bells rapids. The light was minutes from falling behind the hills and the colour it cast on the rocks I thought was stunning. I have added a touch of black to the rocks and 2 x Sharp.(C Fletcher technique, Cheers mate)
This is another take on a series of images of a U.S ex military D.C 3 Plane off the coast of Turkey.
Technically this series of images taken by my brother Tim Wayte, 2nd Officer of M.Y. Akula, 60M Expedition Yacht are challenging. Personally I have never scuba dived or worked with such a photographic genre but I thought it would make for an interesting post. Location is Bodrum Turkey to a depth of 20M. The aircraft is a ex US Military DC 3 Coastal surveillance Plane.
I have often looked to the clouds for photographic inspiration. There are many great gallery’s displaying images of storms with lightning and coastal images with storm fronts rolling in. Yet on this morning despite the storm front around Perth the light rays were simply too good not to point the lens towards the heavens. So here you have my first Cloudscape located from Mosman Park. Shot with the canon 10-22 out of the car window !
Well the inclement weather has settled in over Perth. The light, if you catch it between the rain soaked clouds produces amazing light however only briefly until the next down pour. This image was taken during such a period where the wind dropped and the light was enough to highlight the hulls of the moored yachts. This part of the Swan river can often change in an instant with rough winds even on the most pleasant of days.
Vietnam is simply an amazing country. Photographically its a place of many distractions and like most travel photography you dont have the time to set up a shot nor return with perfect light to shoot again. I spent 2 weeks in Vietnam traveling from Ho Chi Min city in the South, through Hue, Danang, Hoi An, Quyn Nyn and ending my trip in Hanoi, the capital. This image composite is only a brief insight into a very diverse land. If you have the opportunity to go I seriously recommend it. In 2 weeks I only scratched the surface and like all travel there is never enough time and the next destination calling.
I thoroughly enjoy visiting this area of Perth. Set amongst the Perth Hills one can find many facets of photography to pursue in one excursion. During spring Araluen is a wash in tulip displays however on this particular day I trekked to the outer skirts of the Botanic garden to find this location. There was not much water flowing this particular day however I wonder what it may be like with the current rainfall Perth is experiencing. Maybe worth a visit, let me know if you go!
I had to try and have some fun whilst the rain settled in for a few days over Perth.So here is a water image taken down at Chidley Point during the down poor.
Regards Adrian
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