MeowPrince Posted June 26, 2015 Posted June 26, 2015 Another recent pic Upcoming outings :- #542 Sat 27 Jun, 3:30pm-6.00pm(heartlands with nature component, conditions will favour infrared) #543 Tue 30 Jun, 8.15am meet(expect to bus to location, mostly architecturals and scenics) #544 Sun 05 Jul, 8.15am-11.00am(old flats, heritage area, waterway, abstracts-galore!)Like all my outings, if you really wish to join us, send me a PM with your name+contact. Meet-up venue will be shared with confirmed participants via whatsapp/sms. My outings are open to all gender/type, and are capped at 5 pax. However timewasters who want to "see-first-and-fly-kite" will not be entertained. Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted June 28, 2015 Posted June 28, 2015 Outing pics from yesterday and the day beforeLast-minute outing this evening too! Kars and Phil 2 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted June 29, 2015 Posted June 29, 2015 And..... another IR pic Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted June 30, 2015 Posted June 30, 2015 LOL Phil!!! Here is another IR pic... Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted July 2, 2015 Posted July 2, 2015 Lucky you!We had 37° here yesterday... Oh dear, I'll soon be coming over to your side of the field.....Till then, Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
Phil Posted July 2, 2015 Posted July 2, 2015 Refreshing pics, thanks. Only 35° today... I hope you'll have a more pleasant weather during your trip! Quote
MeowPrince Posted July 5, 2015 Posted July 5, 2015 Thank you Phil Here's a pic from today's outing and another IR Upcoming outings :- #545 Sat 11 Jul, 5:45pm meet-up, tripods highly recommendedexpect some general scenics, and then we'll wait a bit for the fireworks. #546 Fri 17 Jul, 9:00am meet-upheartlands, heritage and some very old trees... #547 Sat 25 Jul, 5:30pm meet-up, tripod highly recommendedto grab a good spot and await the fireworks. Like all my outings, if you really wish to join us, send me a PM with your name+contact. Meet-up venue will be shared with confirmed participants via whatsapp/sms. My outings are open to all gender/type, and are capped at 5 pax (for fireworks, capped at 6 pax). However time-wasters who want to "see-first-and-fly-kite" will not be entertained. Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted July 11, 2015 Posted July 11, 2015 Outings updated :- #546 Sat 18 Jul, 5:30pm meet-up, tripods highly recommendedexpect some general scenics, and then we'll wait a bit for the fireworks. #547 Sat 25 Jul, 5:30pm meet-up, tripod highly recommendedto grab a good spot and await the fireworks. * Both are fireworks outings, so I'd recommend that you prepare to bring along your own refreshments. Like all my outings, if you really wish to join us, send me a PM with your name+contact. Meet-up venue will be shared with confirmed participants via whatsapp/sms. My outings are open to all gender/type, and are capped at 5 pax (for fireworks, capped at 6 pax). However time-wasters who want to "see-first-and-fly-kite" will not be entertained. Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted July 14, 2015 Posted July 14, 2015 (edited) The view as BF and I met with an old friend last Sat. Taken on handphone. Edited July 14, 2015 by MeowPrince Phil and Coolbriz 2 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted July 14, 2015 Posted July 14, 2015 Another infrared.... Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted July 19, 2015 Posted July 19, 2015 From yesterday's fireworks outing. Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
derryfawne Posted July 19, 2015 Posted July 19, 2015 Wow, you're all seriously good. Hope someday I can participate and brush up my almost non-existent skills. Quote “Do not take life too seriously. You’ll never get out of it alive.” — Elbert Hubbard
MeowPrince Posted July 19, 2015 Posted July 19, 2015 Just sign up one of the upcoming outings, Derryfawne. One from this morning's last-minute 3-man outing.... And one more from yesterday pre-fireworks Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
upshot Posted July 22, 2015 Posted July 22, 2015 Drone? Quote ** Comments are my opinions, same as yours. It's not a 'Be-All-and-End-All' view. Intent's to thought-provoke, validate, reiterate and yes, even correct. Opinion to consider but agree to disagree. I don't enjoy conflicted exchanges, empty bravado or egoistical chest pounding. It's never personal, tribalistic or with malice. Frank by nature, means, I never bend the truth. Views are to broaden understanding - Updated: Nov 2021.
upshot Posted July 22, 2015 Posted July 22, 2015 From yesterday's fireworks outing. Wow that high the firework?I shot from below the ArtScience Musuem and never caught it that high with my 14-24mm angle Quote ** Comments are my opinions, same as yours. It's not a 'Be-All-and-End-All' view. Intent's to thought-provoke, validate, reiterate and yes, even correct. Opinion to consider but agree to disagree. I don't enjoy conflicted exchanges, empty bravado or egoistical chest pounding. It's never personal, tribalistic or with malice. Frank by nature, means, I never bend the truth. Views are to broaden understanding - Updated: Nov 2021.
MeowPrince Posted July 23, 2015 Posted July 23, 2015 (edited) Drone?Nope. Standing only. Wow that high the firework?I shot from below the ArtScience Musuem and never caught it that high with my 14-24mm angleYes, that high. There are always a few bursts of high shells and you just need to time it for them. ASM is way too close. For those following my outings, Another recent early shot. Edited July 23, 2015 by MeowPrince Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
derryfawne Posted July 26, 2015 Posted July 26, 2015 Just sign up one of the upcoming outings, Derryfawne. Where will the dates be posted? This thread? Quote “Do not take life too seriously. You’ll never get out of it alive.” — Elbert Hubbard
MeowPrince Posted July 26, 2015 Posted July 26, 2015 (edited) Where will the dates be posted? This thread? Yup. Yesterday was the most recent one. See below. Outings updated :- #546 Sat 18 Jul, 5:30pm meet-up, tripods highly recommendedexpect some general scenics, and then we'll wait a bit for the fireworks. #547 Sat 25 Jul, 5:30pm meet-up, tripod highly recommendedto grab a good spot and await the fireworks. * Both are fireworks outings, so I'd recommend that you prepare to bring along your own refreshments. Like all my outings, if you really wish to join us, send me a PM with your name+contact. Meet-up venue will be shared with confirmed participants via whatsapp/sms. My outings are open to all gender/type, and are capped at 5 pax (for fireworks, capped at 6 pax). However time-wasters who want to "see-first-and-fly-kite" will not be entertained. Meanwhile, something from yesterday's fireworks blast(this was a 9-shot blend). Edited July 26, 2015 by MeowPrince Coolbriz and Phil 2 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
derryfawne Posted July 26, 2015 Posted July 26, 2015 Yup. Yesterday was the most recent one. See below. Meanwhile, something from yesterday's fireworks blast(this was a 9-shot blend). Thank you!!! And great picture, btw!Must have taken plenty of time to produce the 9-shot blend, but it's gorgeous. =) Hope to join an upcoming one then. =) Quote “Do not take life too seriously. You’ll never get out of it alive.” — Elbert Hubbard
upshot Posted July 26, 2015 Posted July 26, 2015 Nope. Standing only. Yes, that high. There are always a few bursts of high shells and you just need to time it for them. ASM is way too close. I caught enough nice shots from where i was last week. I might shoot from the promotary platform during the actual day I guess. Quote ** Comments are my opinions, same as yours. It's not a 'Be-All-and-End-All' view. Intent's to thought-provoke, validate, reiterate and yes, even correct. Opinion to consider but agree to disagree. I don't enjoy conflicted exchanges, empty bravado or egoistical chest pounding. It's never personal, tribalistic or with malice. Frank by nature, means, I never bend the truth. Views are to broaden understanding - Updated: Nov 2021.
MeowPrince Posted July 26, 2015 Posted July 26, 2015 for the avgeeks Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
morphymonster Posted July 27, 2015 Posted July 27, 2015 (edited) How do i post an image? Is it by means of drag and drop? Edited July 27, 2015 by morphymonster Quote
MeowPrince Posted July 29, 2015 Posted July 29, 2015 How do i post an image? Is it by means of drag and drop?http://www.blowingwind.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=12510#entry1216128 <<<< in this thread I caught enough nice shots from where i was last week. I might shoot from the promotary platform during the actual day I guess.good luck on the actual day, I'd be working. Hope to join an upcoming one then. =)Am doing ad-hoc ones with 1-2 friends till National Day, after that I'll be away in Europe till end-Aug. I'll post my outings usually a couple of days ahead here. And a nice snowy pic to cool the soaring mercury. Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted August 3, 2015 Posted August 3, 2015 Next outing will be this Fri, 7th Aug. 4:30pm till after the fireworks. Like all my outings, if you really wish to join us, send me a PM with your name+contact. Meet-up venue will be shared with confirmed participants via whatsapp/sms. My outings are open to all gender/type, and are capped at 5 pax (for fireworks, capped at 6 pax). However time-wasters who want to "see-first-and-fly-kite" will not be entertained. Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted August 7, 2015 Posted August 7, 2015 From this evening's outing. Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted August 8, 2015 Posted August 8, 2015 (edited) Edited August 8, 2015 by MeowPrince Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
Brucehk Posted August 8, 2015 Posted August 8, 2015 Hello! hope can find someone to take photo with me, like th nature, macro shoot Quote
MeowPrince Posted August 8, 2015 Posted August 8, 2015 Hello! hope can find someone to take photo with me, like th nature, macro shootWe have regular outings, like a couple of times each month. Each time its a small group of 3-5 pax. When the outings are announced here, just follow the instructions mentioned. Brucehk 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
Brucehk Posted August 8, 2015 Posted August 8, 2015 (edited) Welcome to comment my photo Want to learn more about photo shooting Edited August 8, 2015 by Brucehk Coolbriz and Kars 2 Quote
sukothai Posted August 10, 2015 Posted August 10, 2015 I have a few shots to contribute. Reunification Palace in HCMC: Tallest chedi in the world (127m) in Nakhon Pathum (near Bkk): sunset along Mekong river at Luang Prabang (Laos): Kars 1 Quote
MeowPrince Posted August 10, 2015 Posted August 10, 2015 Great to see others' pics Here's one from last night... Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
limong Posted August 10, 2015 Posted August 10, 2015 Like taking pic also, hope to join you guys soon. Quote
MeowPrince Posted August 11, 2015 Posted August 11, 2015 Shall be away overseas till month's end, the outings will return in Sep, so stay tuned! Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 Have a nice trip! Thank you, Phil. I'm back. And plans are afoot for an outing on Sun 13 Sep in the later afternoon. Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
Phil Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 Welcome back, MP!I hope you enjoyed your trip Quote
lightsmith32 Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 Not a pro by any means ... some sharing from my Hong Kong Trip ... Kars 1 Quote
upshot Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 Not a pro by any means ... some sharing from my Hong Kong Trip ... Nice perspective shot for the bottom one! Would love to see the top photo unprocessed in sepia and partial color spot but done in black and white. Quote ** Comments are my opinions, same as yours. It's not a 'Be-All-and-End-All' view. Intent's to thought-provoke, validate, reiterate and yes, even correct. Opinion to consider but agree to disagree. I don't enjoy conflicted exchanges, empty bravado or egoistical chest pounding. It's never personal, tribalistic or with malice. Frank by nature, means, I never bend the truth. Views are to broaden understanding - Updated: Nov 2021.
MeowPrince Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 @lightsmith32 - Your first pic could do with more pinpoint desaturation, if that was what you were trying to do. Desat the lot but leave only the people, for example, would bring out the mood which I suspect you were trying to achieve.Your second pic was a great shot. Did you happen to have done something whilst converting it to black-and-white, or was the halo effect natural? If it was natural, that would have been a very very lucky shot, coz its rare to catch such moments. Bravo! Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 Welcome back, MP!I hope you enjoyed your trip Yup, we did. Though I was using my mobile phone to take most of my pictures. Walked several km each day (or more). Here's a few. I'll relate more about my fav part later... Leading to Saumur Inside the Intercities trainSon et Lumiere at the chateauHouse along the Loire Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
lightsmith32 Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 (edited) @lightsmith32 - Your first pic could do with more pinpoint desaturation, if that was what you were trying to do. Desat the lot but leave only the people, for example, would bring out the mood which I suspect you were trying to achieve.Your second pic was a great shot. Did you happen to have done something whilst converting it to black-and-white, or was the halo effect natural? If it was natural, that would have been a very very lucky shot, coz its rare to catch such moments. Bravo! Hi Meow, 1st pic, i wanted to highlight the vibrance of the people while dulling the background .. i admit i didnt quite acheive it, im learning, thanks for the tips, your explanation is a little technical for me, but ill google it up. 2nd pic, i thought the halo would be nice to complement the ridge line so i faked it ... Thanks to everyone who commented Edited September 2, 2015 by lightsmith32 Quote
MeowPrince Posted September 3, 2015 Posted September 3, 2015 @Lightsmith32, Let me try to explain it further.Desaturation means to decolor (reducing the pic to B&W or sepia-like as you have tried to do). Usually to bring attention to a particular subject/thing/person, most folks will selectively retain that one spot (or area) on the picture, whilst decoloring the rest. A common layman method is to make a duplicate layer of the same picture and decolor it entirely. Then using the eraser function to erase off (on the duplicate layer) the parts you want to show in color. Once you have gotten what you want, simply merge the two layers back into one. Its kind of like having a decolored copy of the picture and cutting a hole in it to show the original underneath. Hope this explains how it works. Just remember to save a copy of the original before you do it. Of course there are other more precise or more complex ways to achieve the same (or slightly better) result, but I think this is probably the easiest for non-tech folks to understand and use. As for my comment about the halo - usually in photo work, whether doing HDR or basic dodging to brighten up underexposed areas, haloing is a sign of overkill. While some people (I won't comment on their taste...) may vouch for it as being "artsy", where architectural (buildings) and landscape/scenic pictures area concerned, it just shows a lack of control+knowledge of basic exposure. Instagram/FB/Tumblr has an abundance of such images... in full technicolor. On the other hand, in well-taken portraits (usually in a studio or a controlled-lighting setting), it can bring out the subject. In real life, it is a rare moment if the sun happens to rise or set behind the subject, though buildings are rarely built to be parallel to a sunset/sunrise. Again, hope this helps in understanding my comment on the halo thingie. Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
MeowPrince Posted September 3, 2015 Posted September 3, 2015 Continuing the fonecam pics.... Eglise Saint-Severin, a small church with very similar structure as Notre Dame Evening view from my window Looking up under the pyramid... Phil 1 Quote Instagram @the_meowprince
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