Nadine, of course it's interesting! I was born and raised on the Caspian Sea... It'll be interesting to read...
Alexander Tsvetkov, I usually shoot until 4 a.m., especially when there's the right light. Sometimes there's a crazy storm, but there's no light and everything is gray... Not to mention the wind and cold; I'm freezing and soaking wet, despite all the protection I have. I've been through all sorts of things, but once I ran out onto the pier, really wanting to capture a wave from the sea. I'd only just managed to snap one shot when a powerful wave rolled in and dragged me away, like a splinter, with my entire photo-mine. People helped, but my eyes were worth a dime! Since then, I've sworn to myself and God never to risk being out of shot! And how many times, standing on the shore, have a wave knocked me over so much that only my arms and legs were left... After shooting, I'm always shaken for a few hours, even though I swim in the sea almost year-round... Of my three lenses, only one remains in working order, despite the others being repaired after being in salt water. These are the kind of treats Neptune treats me to, but I'm not giving up... hee hee...
Nadine, manual shutter lenses are perfect for these kinds of scenes. There are plenty of them and they don't require an adapter for your camera. They'll produce much better pictures than your zoom, and they're a fraction of the price. You practically don't need autofocus here; just stop down to f/8-11, set the distance on the scale, and... the whole sky is a blur.
Nadine, manual shutter lenses are perfect for these kinds of scenes. There are a huge number of them and they don't require an adapter for your camera. They'll produce much better pictures than your zoom, and they're a fraction of the price. You practically don't need autofocus here; just stop down to f/8-11, set the distance on the scale, and... the sky's a blur.
Vladimir Bayker, Thanks for the advice, I'll definitely think about it!
Alexander Tsvetkov, I usually shoot until 4 a.m., especially when there's the right light. Sometimes there's a crazy storm, but there's no light and everything is gray... Not to mention the wind and cold; I'm freezing and soaking wet, despite all the protection I have. I've been through all sorts of things, but once I ran out onto the pier, really wanting to capture a wave from the sea. I'd only just managed to snap one shot when a powerful wave rolled in and dragged me away, like a splinter, with my entire photo-mine. People helped, but my eyes were worth a dime! From then on, I vowed to myself and God never to risk being out of shot! And how many times, standing on the shore, have I been knocked over by a wave so hard that only my arms and legs were left... After a shoot, I'm always shaken for a few hours, even though I swim in the sea almost year-round... Of my three lenses, only one remains operational, despite the others being repaired after being in salt water. These are the kinds of treats Neptune treats me to, but I'm not giving up... hee hee...
Nadine, Nadine, I was very impressed by your story about a challenging shoot! Great shots!
Nadine, yeah, that was a tough shoot! You're great! I looked at it earlier, but I didn't get it. I thought it was a collage, and the seagulls were all real, and in the other shots? And the water is so green? ))) Regarding the focal length, I don't understand why you're listening to advice. You're already up to 200mm. Apparently, that (here it's 50mm, if the exif is correct) is because you couldn't zoom any further? So, you'd shoot from that specific angle, and not higher up, for example, like an embankment, a mountain, etc., as is usually the case... I mean, you're not taking such a risk for nothing. It's not because you don't know how to use the zoom wheel, as someone might think...
Alexander Tsvetkov, I usually shoot until 4 a.m., especially when there's the right light. Sometimes there's a crazy storm, but there's no light and everything is gray... Not to mention the wind and cold; I'm freezing and soaking wet, despite all the protection I have. I've been through all sorts of things, but once I ran out onto the pier, really wanting to capture a wave from the sea. I'd only just managed to snap one shot when a powerful wave rolled in and dragged me away, like a splinter, with my entire photo-mine. People helped, but my eyes were worth a dime! From then on, I vowed to myself and God never to risk being out of shot! And how many times, standing on the shore, have a wave knocked me over so hard that only my arms and legs could be seen... After a shoot, I'm always shaken for a few hours, even though I swim in the sea almost year-round... Of my three lenses, only one remains operational, despite repairs to the others after saltwater. These are the kinds of treats Neptune treats me to, but I'm not giving up... hee hee...
Nadine, thank you for the interesting and informative story! Your perseverance and passion are beyond praise! And the marine theme is turning out great! I read my colleagues' recommendations. They are sensible and I think they will make a big difference. I won't repeat myself. The choice is yours. Wishing you continued creative inspiration!!!
Nadine, yeah, that was a tough shoot! You're great! I looked at it earlier, but I didn't get it. I thought it was a collage, and the seagulls were all real, and in the other shots? And the water is so green? ))) Regarding the focal length, I don't understand why you're listening to advice. You're already up to 200mm. Apparently, that (here it's 50mm, if the exif is correct) is because you couldn't zoom any further? So, you'd shoot from that specific angle, and not higher up, for example, like an embankment, a mountain, etc., as is usually the case... I mean, you're not taking such a risk for nothing. It's not because you don't know how to use the zoom wheel, as someone thought...
Anna Ts, Anna, the collage question is simply not for me. One of the authors on a website where I'd previously exhibited my work was quite on edge about this. I've heard all sorts of comments, including: "Where do seagulls come from at sea?" I actually laughed at that one... The answer is very simple: storm surges are always feeding time for seagulls, when they easily snatch fish! The color of the waves is especially beautiful in cold weather, so I carefully select the angle where the light reflection is most picturesque. That's why light in a storm is so important! And "spinning the wheel" is always a learning process, no matter how much experience you have in photography (this is my second time writing this answer; if this one doesn't work, I apologize...)
Nadine, yeah, that was a tough shoot! You're great! I looked at it earlier, but I didn't get it. I thought it was a collage, and the seagulls were all real, and in the other shots? And the water's that green? ))) Regarding the focal length, I don't understand why you're listening to advice. You're already up to 200mm. Apparently, that (here it's 50mm, if the exif is correct) is because you couldn't zoom any further? So, you'd shoot from that specific angle, and not higher up, for example, like an embankment, a mountain, etc., as is usually the case... I mean, you're not taking such a risk for nothing. It's not because you can't use the zoom wheel, as someone thought...
Anna Ts, No one thought about not being able to use the zoom wheel. This shoot is quite extreme, and to avoid risking yourself and your rather expensive equipment, there are options. One is to use long-lens lenses and shoot from a safe distance. The other is to use waterproof equipment, such as a securely mounted extreme camera. If the photographer is suddenly washed off the dock, even a life jacket won't help with that kind of wave. It's a shame. It's advisable to follow safety precautions.
Nadine, thank you for the interesting and informative story! Your persistence and passion are beyond praise! And the marine theme is turning out great! I read my colleagues' recommendations. They are sensible and I think they will make a big difference. I won't repeat myself. The choice is yours. Wishing you continued creative inspiration!!!
Alexander Tsvetkov, Thank you, colleague, for your human attention! I always try to listen to any information, even though I'm an incorrigible novice when it comes to photography, and all I care about when creating a shot is artistry!
Anna Ts, No one thought about the inability to use a zoom lens. This type of photography is quite extreme, and to avoid risking yourself and the rather expensive equipment, there are options. One is to use a long-focus lens and shoot from a safe distance. The second is to use waterproof equipment, such as a securely mounted extreme camera. If the photographer is suddenly washed off the dock, even a life jacket won't help with that kind of wave. Too bad. It's advisable to follow safety precautions.
Alexander Popov, Thank you! We'll try our best! I'm attaching a video; it speaks for itself!
Alexander Popov, Thanks, I'll try to figure it out!
Nadine, "If your pictures aren't good enough, you weren't close enough." (c) Robert Capa. Your pictures are interesting precisely because they're taken in an unconventional way...
Nadine, "If your pictures aren't good enough, you weren't close enough." (c) Robert Capa. Your pictures are interesting precisely because they're taken in an unconventional way...
Administrator, please calm down your unstoppable, genius-minded guest. Honestly, I haven't understood your site maintenance policy for a long time now. A man banned by most of the site's members is feeling quite comfortable. Maybe you should really give this wonder to the Black Sea Fleet, as suggested here—you'll also send your competitor to the bottom. His content is scant anyway.
Alexander Tsvetkov, I usually shoot until 4 a.m., especially when there's the right light. Sometimes there's a crazy storm, but there's no light and everything is gray... Not to mention the wind and cold; I'm freezing and soaking wet, despite all the protection I have. I've been through all sorts of things, but once I ran out onto the pier, really wanting to capture a wave from the sea. I'd only just managed to snap one shot when a powerful wave rolled in and dragged me away, like a splinter, with my entire photo-mine. People helped, but my eyes were worth a dime! From then on, I vowed to myself and God never to risk being out of shot! And how many times, standing on the shore, have I been knocked over by a wave so hard that only my arms and legs could be touched... After a shoot, I'm always shaken for a few hours, even though I swim in the sea almost year-round... Of my three lenses, only one remains operational, despite the others being repaired after being in salt water. These are the kinds of treats Neptune treats me to, but I'm not giving up... hee hee...
Nadine, there are soft waterproof housings suitable for any camera and lens, and this problem will be solved. Your own safety is another matter; here, the lens should still have a longer focal length, but don't overdo it. If you have a crop sensor, then for frontal shots, the focal length should be no more than 135mm, but for side shots, 200-300mm is fine, and such shots will look more interesting than those shot with a wide angle.
Nadine, "If your pictures aren't good enough, you weren't close enough." (c) Robert Capa. Your pictures are interesting precisely because they're taken in an unconventional way...
Boris Gurevich, Robert Capa probably had something else in mind, not a stormy sea.
Anna Ts, Anna. The question about collages is simply not for me. One of the authors of the website where I previously exhibited my work got on my nerves about this. I had to listen to all sorts of questions, right down to: "Where do seagulls come from on the sea?" - that made me laugh... And the answer is very simple - a storm wave is always feeding time for seagulls, when they easily snatch fish! The color of the wave in the cold season is especially beautiful, and so I carefully select the angle where it reflects the light most picturesquely. That's why light during a storm is so important! And you always need to learn how to "spin the wheel," no matter how much experience you have in photography (this is my second time writing this answer, if this one doesn't work, then I apologize...)
Nadine, yes, I believe it's not collages, that's the question. It's just that the seagulls in my previous works were especially interestingly placed, and quite sharp. I get it, it's only with a focal length of 50mm or higher, and the shots "come closer together." Regarding the fish, it's interesting; it's good you explained it. And regarding the color of the water, I've never seen anything like it. If it's natural, that's very interesting! I recommend your work if possible; it's just unrealistic, which is why I had questions. And yes, there are trolls out there who claim exactly that; I've encountered them.
Regarding the "wheel," you misunderstood me and didn't answer my question: "Was it possible to move further away?" (I'm referring to your comment about the extreme nature of the shot; perhaps it doesn't apply to this particular image?) The connection is simple. This is at 50mm, and to shoot at 200mm, you need to move further away without risking yourself. But was that even possible? Beaches are usually small... And if we're talking about the area in the video, then the asphalt... behind it, for example, is a hotel. I won't even mention the 400-500 focal lengths..) That is, moving back. But at the same time, for example, climbing the steps from the beach - that's a different angle (more on that later). As for a shot in a flat (completely) desert, you can reason like this: move away from the mirage, and shoot at 200-500 mm... and only if a camel accidentally peeks into the frame, spitting at the camera..))) So, these were some theoretical tips.
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I looked at it earlier, but I didn't get it. I thought it was a collage, and the seagulls were all real, and in the other shots? And the water is so green? )))
Regarding the focal length, I don't understand why you're listening to advice. You're already up to 200mm. Apparently, that (here it's 50mm, if the exif is correct) is because you couldn't zoom any further? So, you'd shoot from that specific angle, and not higher up, for example, like an embankment, a mountain, etc., as is usually the case... I mean, you're not taking such a risk for nothing. It's not because you don't know how to use the zoom wheel, as someone might think...
Regarding the "wheel," you misunderstood me and didn't answer my question: "Was it possible to move further away?" (I'm referring to your comment about the extreme nature of the shot; perhaps it doesn't apply to this particular image?) The connection is simple. This is at 50mm, and to shoot at 200mm, you need to move further away without risking yourself. But was that even possible? Beaches are usually small... And if we're talking about the area in the video, then the asphalt... behind it, for example, is a hotel. I won't even mention the 400-500 focal lengths..) That is, moving back. But at the same time, for example, climbing the steps from the beach - that's a different angle (more on that later). As for a shot in a flat (completely) desert, you can reason like this: move away from the mirage, and shoot at 200-500 mm... and only if a camel accidentally peeks into the frame, spitting at the camera..))) So, these were some theoretical tips.