My trip to The Rocks was very interesting the other night.
The area has an amazing atmosphere and is full of history and fascinating landmarks.
I thought I'd try getting a wide cross section of photos thoughout the night.
These were all taken with the 20D and 24-105mm f/4.0 at high ISO, hand held using no flash.
1. The Argyle Street Arch, which supports the Harbour Bridge Roadway.
Some historical links, link 1, link 2, link 3.
And these next four were my reject "Transport" monthly challenge entries.
1. Ambulance Emergency.
2. Truck on the Expressway, Harbour Bridge, hope he slows down at the toll gates !
3. BMW outside a Sydney Hotel.
4. Crash on the way home, what happens when you don't stop in time. Driver was ok thankfully (no I didn't cause it ) .
5. And the last one was just a tennis game below the Harbour Bridge walkway looking down over the tennis court.
Have you thought of selecting your best "Tourist" shots then getting them printed as Post Cards Andrew?
They are very good.
My cousin had some of his done and he made a nice little profit. He placed them in every artsy crafty shop and coffee shop that would let him.
The same goes to everyone else here who has taken beautiful scenic photo's.
Let your hobby start paying for itself.
Have you thought of selecting your best "Tourist" shots then getting them printed as Post Cards Andrew?
They are very good.
Thanks jjj, I've dreamed about selling images but have always thought they might not be good enough, thanks for the encouragement.
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Originally Posted by iceman
WOW! Amazing shots Andrew, they're really really good.
We need to setup another night of shooting in the city.
Mike I'm really looking forward to it, I really want us to try some nice HDR's on some of the beautiful landmarks down there.
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Originally Posted by matt
Nice work, Andrew.
I like that shot of the Observatory, looking upward, with the clouds creating that interesting effect shrouding the moon.
Thank you Matt, I'm glad you like them, the observatory is a beautiful place to visit especially at night.
I'd really love to come down to Canberra, my favourite city, and visit all the sites, last time I was down there I wasn't into photography in any big way.
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Originally Posted by h0ughy
hope you wore your safety vest taking those shots from the middle of the road.......
great photos Rocket boy love thr track photo.
Phil
Thanks Phil, I really like it too, I almost entered this one in this month's competition but decided to go with the other shot.
It's surprisingly difficult to do a panning shot like this and I wanted to do a better job on it.
I spent ages trying to get the right shot but this ended up my best effort.
Still need more practice though.
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Originally Posted by acropolite
Nice shots RB, I like the observatory one with the moon & clouds best. The 24-105, is that the IS version??
Cheers Phil, yes it's the IS version, this allowed me to walk around without a tripod but I was on the very limit of the handheld threshold.
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Originally Posted by leon
Great images Andrew, i really like the one with the phone box, you really have a knack for detail.
Leon
Thanks Leon, I was shooting from across the road and kept competing with passing traffic and pedestrians.
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Originally Posted by Rodstar
Who would have thought....one moderator conspiring with another. You should be careful guys, Police surveillance is likely to be onto you...
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Originally Posted by h0ughy
Yes Rod it would seem very shady following two unscrupulous characters around the cross - but then that would be deemed normal????
especially with Canons in their pockets
I was surprised how many thought I was paparazzi, especially standing outside one high profile hotel to get the BMW shot.
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Originally Posted by beren
Fantastic shots Andrew, always creative and interesting
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