Canberra buildings tonight

[bloodhound31]

Hey guys. I see my other thread that prefixed this one was moved. That's good actually, I wasn't really sure where to post it.

Now that I actually have a couple of photos, I think it's safe to post here.

C&C ENCOURAGED!

I just realised this is my LEAST favorite form of photography, but I still think I should try to perfect it.

My humble opinion says these are rubbish. Let me know if I am on the path or way off...

Baz.

[RB]

Yes I moved it Baz, it's hard sometimes to find the right forum to post, since we have to pick one that is closest to the topic.
We try and keep this section only for image posting, so I had to move it to the Photography discussion section.

Now as to the photos, my favorite is the third one, love the colours and angle.

For the Tower shot, I reckon if you waited till it got darker you would have captured some stunning sunset hues.
Same for the School of Medical Research, although I really like the shape, I think you could have framed it a little better and also get the steps horizontal too.

I love architectural shots mate, thanks for sharing these.

[supernova1965]

Nice pic's that first one looks like a Giant Rattle like musical instrument I can't remember what they are called

[Octane]

The first shot could do with some more depth of field (unless it's my eyes, the tip of the tower is soft). A little later in the evening, just on sunset would have been nice.

Whilst you have straight, drawing lines, in the second shot, they don't lead the eyes anywhere, really. The area above the building is blown as well (highlights). Again later in the evening, or dawn would do better for this composition.

In the third shot we can see the light is getting somewhat better in the area. A different perspective, perhaps shot from the ground up would have made for a better composition.

Keep it up.

H

[bloodhound31]

Smaller Aperture?



Yep H , as I shot it the side facing me was east. I knew immediately that this would be a better dawn building but I shot it anyway because it is so different and i was there. Andrew, thanks for the tip on leveling the steps.



I was on the ground. Closer then perhaps? My 18-55 is a bit limiting for architecture I think. A wider lens would be ideal no?


Thanks for your great guidance and encouragement. Maybe we should do a city shoot together?

[Octane]

Baz,

Ah, if you were on the ground for the final shot, then, perhaps a portrait orientation would have worked better?

I'd join you for city shooting, but, it's really not my thing to be honest. As you know, I try and chase and capture scenes where there's no human element.

Your Ginini Falls trip would be the ticket, but, I fear my fitness and inflexibility will let me down. I read the trip note you attached to your original post and it sounds a bit harrowing.

H

[bloodhound31]

Yeah, I was just thinking portrait...great minds think alike mate. Shame I didn't do it at the time. I have been reduced to a rotten cheap tripod that doesnt keel sideways. I think when I buy all the gear I am really going to appreciate a good tripod and head.

Don't worry too much about Ginini falls mate, there are other trips. I had you in mond for a drive to Kangaroo valley actually, see if we can get into the creek that feeds Fitzroy falls or even go below.

I will see you on Friday night out at Chris's place anyway won't I?

Baz.

[telecasterguru]

Baz,

I like the images as I prefer urban photography.

Frank

[troypiggo]

#1 is a little too centred for me. That'd be a hard one to tackle I reckon.
#2 is a very interesting building. Think that'd be a good one to go back early one morning at first light. Very interesting shapes there, plenty of opportunities by the looks. Think it's just the light letting you down at the moment with this shot.
#3 has potential as a night-time long exposure with it's internal lights on maybe? The tree on the right is irking me a little - it's not fully in frame, just sort of chopped off. The corner of the building is smack bang in the middle too. Maybe a walk around the building looking at it from different angles might yield more pleasing lines? Obviously not familiar with the area, so not sure what you had to deal with there.

[bloodhound31]

#1 just suck in my opinion. It's just there all by itself. Thanks Troy, yes, theres much not to like.

#2...aggree. Morning light one day in the future. I may well go back to this one.

#3 That tree really threw me too. Symmetry, rather than rule of thirds is called for in this picture I think, and the tree throws it off balance. Maybe a closer crop might fix it.

Thanks for the C&C Troy. I love your honesty. If my work is garbage, I like straight talk.

Baz.

[Lumen Miner]

Interesting stuff Baz!

I should get out there and give it a go.

I hope you don't mind, thought I would have a quick go PP #2.

[lacad01]

I like the third image of the building and agree a different angle minus the tree would be good. Would be an interesting candidate for HDR in the evening. :)