Project 365 - 2011 AxeMan

I've been doing this just have not posted. Why? If anyone is going to fail at this it's going to be me. I work third shift and I think it's going to be hard for me to shoot photos unless they are at night, and I just don't want to shoot night pictures, however so far I had a lot of luck getting some off during the day. I have also enjoyed everyone else's photos so far and feel it's only far I share, too. So here goes.



Day 1
Happy New Year

I had this shot in mind, but turned out cheesy. Original photo subjects were out of focus, used a home made bounce flash card (using on board flash) and not enough light was on them and light was thrown more onto the clock. Retook photo, no bounce card this time, and copy cut, paste subjects into original, add text.


Day 2
Angel in shadow box.



Day 3
Dimples and Colors

One of my favorite "Models" to shoot, he is so easy to photograph. Once again using the on board flash with unhappy results. This problem should be resolved in a month when I do a major upgrade in Cameras and a Flash unit, it will also involve a learning curve, too.



Day 4
Window Decor

A little Pixie my Granddaughter painted for me that hangs in the window next to my computer.

Next photo to be posted late, Have an idea for a night shot, see how it turns out.

THESE are the shots that cameras were made for! There is nothing more important than family.

BTW Axe. Try and find a cheap survival blanket and use that as a reflector inside a garbage can lid. You will be AMAZED!

Good shootin' Tex.

Pete

Nicely done, sir. And yes, a better flash unit will open up worlds of new possibilities for you. I highly recommend checking out the Strobist site for lots of great info on using remote flash.

Very nice, and the dimples are so cute!

Day 5
Sparkler

Today's challenge for myself was to photograph a sparkler. 29^ outside a touch of snow in the air and only five sparklers to work with. On number 4 I got a few shots I liked. This is something I want to revisit when it gets a little warmer out.

that's a cool shot!

Nice! When you get your sparklers out again, make another note: Long exposure, and have someone write through the air with one. It looks really cool!

Day 6
The Great Fairy Rescue

Well "Tink" saved me on this one today. Enjoyed a day off, slept too much got up late. Woke up and no daylight left, wanted to do an outside shot. Thank god never a shortage of Tinker Bell stuff in the house, so another close up shot.

Rick, I'm so glad you're doing this project! I love your enthusiasm and eagerness to just forge ahead and experiment in photography. Your photos reflect the joy that photography brings you.

My absolute favorite is "dimples and colors" --what a great capture! Talk about "decisive moment"

Best Regards

It is NOT going well for my Project 365! I just can't seem to get motivated with this damned weather we're having! I've missed too many days of not shooting to make this project worthwhile for me. Gawd I hate winter!

Uh-huh. That's what you get for snickering about my "fingerless gloves" for New Mexico ! LOL

Anyway, better late than never, Jack! There's gotta be SOMETHING inside your house that you could photograph? You gotta join the party!!

excuses.... excuses...

Day 7
Sugar High

Road trip to the doctor for the wife today, was going to do an outside shot along the way but cloudy and light snow put a damper on that. Took a lot of photo's wish I could keep some for a later date. Stopped off at the Mall on the way home and while window shopping this shot jumped right out at me. Single shot subject, took the shot and walked away. I think it's one of my better shots I've taken with this new lens.

35mm f/1.8G AF-S
Program: Aperture Priority
No flash
f/1.8
Exposure: 1/25
ISO: 100
White balance: Auto
No tripod

I can remember when all you needed was a PENNY.
Now I'm showing my age!

Very good shot Axe!

Pete

I like this a lot! Love all the color!

OK OK....how about this? It's from in the house. I got the idea from Axe.
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I agree...very cool shoot

Love all the color but there is only one problem with this pic...IT MAKES ME HUNGRY>>>LOL...Great job...

Very cool shot Jack, nice work!

"Day 7
Sugar High

Road trip to the doctor for the wife today, was going to do an outside shot along the way but cloudy and light snow put a damper on that. Took a lot of photo's wish I could keep some for a later date. Stopped off at the Mall on the way home and while window shopping this shot jumped right out at me. Single shot subject, took the shot and walked away. I think it's one of my better shots I've taken with this new lens.

35mm f/1.8G AF-S
Program: Aperture Priority
No flash
f/1.8
Exposure: 1/25
ISO: 100
White balance: Auto
No tripod"

Really neat shot there AxeMan, I also like the colors but the contrast with the blacks just makes everything pop! Thanks for posting.