The TP 52 - 2025 SimonB - 52 for 2025 - Week 52 - Done and all caught up!

LC2 said:
The second photo is definitely defining where not to dig / where to be careful when digging, it is indicating services underground.
I think the BT gives it away as to which one ;)
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Hahaha, I know! :ROFLMAO: I probably should have spent more time framing the shot. There were plenty of markings for water and gas too.

Darkslinger said:
Yep, I'm with Tim, the second one is less graffiti and more about information. Having said that, your chosen image suits the theme well. I like how the graffiti paint choice almost matches the bin at the end of the fence. Good leading lines.
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At least they had the thought to colour co-ordinate the "artwork"

AlanDorset said:
I rather like the second image of the pavement, as it tells a story.
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Yep! Don't dig here!

Shugpug said:
The first is very well executed - lovely composition.
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Thanks!

Boots said:
I like your chosen shot. The composition is good.
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Thank you, I spent a bit more time on that one than the other shot.

-Oy- said:
Yep - nice shot of horrid stuff!
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I agree not artistic at all!

SimonH said:
Good shots. Simon. I think you chose the right one, although I like your thinking regarding the second shot as graffiti.
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Thanks Simon :)
 
It was tricky as this morning was the only opportunity to go out and try and get a picture. I wanted to use my drone and make sure all was in order after it had an accidental meeting with the side of the house a couple of weeks ago, thankfully all was well with the drone.

It was very cloudy this morning and the picture needed some heavy uplifting from Lightroom to turn a washed-out shot into the one you see now. It was a shame that I didn't grab the "golden hour" but it was cloudy and very very cold on the beach so I didn't hang around, plus the wind was starting to pick up so it was probably for the best that the drone landed before another mishap.

That'll probably be it for sunshine today!


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I've just thought this should tick the box for wide angle as I believe the lens is 24mm.
 
Glad everything's still in working order and producing nice photos!
 
We went for a long walk yesterday along the coast and came across this unusual pipe sticking out of the sand dune heading into the sea. I couldn't tell if it was turned on or not but perhaps this is why we have rising sea levels! Also found a strange object on the beach which I later found out is called a mermaid's purse, from googling it seems to suggest that it is an egg sack from a skate which is a ray.

Quite a nice day out really.


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An interesting day indeed. Did you put your ear to the pipe? You might have heard water rushing, or talking from the evil Bond villain lair for which this pipe was providing air.
 
I think you picked the right shot - looks like a lovely day for it.
 
Good eye Shug, I like how the protruding section with the tap continues the line of the hill behind it.
 
Yes, that's a great shot, colours and composition and intrigue all in one.
 
Good stuff... Dogfish do egg sacks like that too.
 
I like the rusty metal against the background it's such a juxtaposition
 
Huge morning light shot! And the find on the beach is intruiging and well captured!
 
Boots said:
An interesting day indeed. Did you put your ear to the pipe? You might have heard water rushing, or talking from the evil Bond villain lair for which this pipe was providing air.
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An evil lair! I never thought of that!

Shugpug said:
I think you picked the right shot - looks like a lovely day for it.
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Thanks, it was a really nice day

Darkslinger said:
Good eye Shug, I like how the protruding section with the tap continues the line of the hill behind it.
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I have to admit that was a fluke but it does add to the picture nicely.

AlanDorset said:
Yes, that's a great shot, colours and composition and intrigue all in one.
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Thanks, it was a very strange find.

-Oy- said:
Good stuff... Dogfish do egg sacks like that too.
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Ah you learn something every day :)

Allan.H said:
I like the rusty metal against the background it's such a juxtaposition
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Thanks very much, I would love to know what it’s for.

Cloudforest said:
Two lovely shots Simon.
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Thank you
 
It was a bit of a learning curve for me to get this picture how I imagined it. My lightbulb moment came when I realised it was better to point the light at the wall rather than the model:thinking:. It combines three of my favorite things in this picture: Lego, Motorbikes and Photography.

Any ideas for improving this shot are welcome, I thought some smoke in the background would add to the picture but alas I don't smoke or have a mini fog machine!


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I really like the concept Simon, I think that you're right, a little smoke would add drama. I'm almost thinking that you might want to shoot from a bit lower to get more detail in the spokes of the wheels?
 
Great! Sounds like a good training exercise!

Improvement points?
Maybe the light drop off on the lower corners is a bit strong? Perhaps a couple of reflective cards out to the sides of the model?
Joss sticks are quite useful for smoke for a non-smoker.
 
thats a brilliant shot Simon, I think you got it.

light more to the right could have a nice highlight on the wind deflector
 
A slightly lower point of view would bring more of the frame in to the light potentially? But I'm by no means any good at this kind of photography - better than anything I could do for sure!
 
Darkslinger said:
I really like the concept Simon, I think that you're right, a little smoke would add drama. I'm almost thinking that you might want to shoot from a bit lower to get more detail in the spokes of the wheels?
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Thanks, guess I'll have to take up smoking! :ROFLMAO:

Boots said:
Great! Sounds like a good training exercise!

Improvement points?
Maybe the light drop off on the lower corners is a bit strong? Perhaps a couple of reflective cards out to the sides of the model?
Joss sticks are quite useful for smoke for a non-smoker.
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Thanks, yes I agree about the light drop off. The Joss sticks are a great idea (y)

Barney said:
thats a brilliant shot Simon, I think you got it.

light more to the right could have a nice highlight on the wind deflector
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Thanks for the idea!

Shugpug said:
A slightly lower point of view would bring more of the frame in to the light potentially? But I'm by no means any good at this kind of photography - better than anything I could do for sure!
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I tried a few angles and I think I got a little impatient towards the end, I'm no good either! :ROFLMAO:

SimonH said:
Nicely composed and shot Simon.
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Thanks Simon!

BobBCN said:
Stunning shot. I would say (as @Shugpug says) to bring out more of the bike.
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Thanks!

LC2 said:
That could almost be full sized.
I'm going to be contrary to most comments as I like that there is more shadow (table) at the bottom giving a more graduated look.
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A full-sized Ducati would be lovely perhaps when I win the lottery although it would help actually to play the lottery! Thanks for the feedback
 
A good theme to avoid going outside, it is bloody cold!

I think our cat agrees too, as she has spent most of the day surveying the territory through the window. It was quite difficult to get a picture of her because every time I went near her with the camera she was suddenly interested in the lens in her face. Still, we got there in the end.

I quite like how her reflection is also staring back at the viewer too, I bet that was how she was keeping an eye on me.


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A nice portrait of your cat, and a good take on the theme.
 
I agree with you the reflection really makes the picture
 
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