I made enough progress with my movie making (got voice over to work) and completed a short 4 minute film (will post after I clean a few things up) with Final Cut Express, that I allowed myself to take some pictures today, and you should always begin when you haven’t photographed a city for a long time, with pigeons.
Put that down in your lesson books. Dave suggests pigeons as a way to get back into the shooting mood. Especially if the pigeons are well-lit.
Pigeons (tonemapped) this morning, first ave.
And so yes, I have settled down with FCE. And I don’t think I’ll need to ruin your mornings with any explanations, just compete with your alarm clock, or your favorite monologues once in a while. In the meantime – I’m free to walk around again without trying to shoot movies and still at the same time – which leaves you with neither one being any good.
Beautifully done. The high angle, stage-like lighting, and contrast of soft, feathery life to severe angles of construction site and fire escape give these city pests a majesty they hardly deserve. Another example of your ability to imbue the everyday with beauty and significance, as well as a reminder that even under construction scaffolding, city pedestrians are subject to manna from heaven.
Interesting composition. It proofs that subjects can be found just around the corner. It’s a mistake to belief that a good photo depends on the miles you traveled.
Beautiful photo and I won’t try to top Lester’s comment.
Dave…love your photos.
Lester…love your command of the language!