Bond in Glasgow

[KSG Photography]

The female quartet Bond played at Silverburn shopping centre in Glasgow yesterday, and it was a perfect opportunity to try out my new 70-200 f4 (non-IS) alonsige my 17-85.
Here are some of my favourites:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161502552524_1076631614_48255.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161502352519_1076631614_48255.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161502472522_1076631614_48255.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161502432521_1076631614_48255.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161502592525_1076631614_48255.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161502952534_1076631614_48256.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161503392545_1076631614_48257.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161503472547_1076631614_48257.jpg

[KSG Photography]

and a few more:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161503072537_1076631614_48256.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161503032536_1076631614_48256.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161502712528_1076631614_48256.jpg

and now for some colour

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161509872707_1076631614_48259.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161509632701_1076631614_48258.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161509832706_1076631614_48259.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v430/mistwalker/Bond/5215_1161510592725_1076631614_48261.jpg

[René Damkot]

Some nice moments & expressions. (#4!)
Some aren't focused where I'd like. (like #2)

To make it easier to give C&C, it'd be nice if you numbered the images.
Also, Image posting rules (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=194511) allow a max of 8 per thread.

[KSG Photography]

Some nice moments & expressions. (#4!)
Some aren't focused where I'd like. (like #2)

To make it easier to give C&C, it'd be nice if you numbered the images.
Also, Image posting rules (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=194511) allow a max of 8 per thread.
Sorry, Rene, didnt notice the limit bit.

[londonblue007]

Didn't realize they were still touring!

Looks like Haley Ecker is not with the group anymore... That's a shame.


Color images seem sharper then the B&W, though the lighting and background are distracting, not much you can do there.

Good stuff though. Always loved these ladies!

[KSG Photography]

Didn't realize they were still touring!

Looks like Haley Ecker is not with the group anymore... That's a shame.


Color images seem sharper then the B&W, though the lighting and background are distracting, not much you can do there.

Good stuff though. Always loved these ladies!

Yeah, I think Haley went her own way quite recently. I agree some of the shots aren't as sharp as I would have liked, the biggest problem was the fact that the girls were so dynamic - they really work for their money and gave a great show! Once I got my 'straight' shots out of the way, I tried to work on some more that would capture the movement and passion involved when the girls were playing so went with some slower shutter speeds and differential focus. I've actually got one of Gay-Yee (the cellist) which, when viewed at 100%, shows her moving, the string she's playing vibrating and the cello is completely stationary and pin-sharp! I think it really shows how her work completely centres around her instrument in a very personal way (that's my take on it anyway, lol)
I used to work as a fitness instructor and trainer (training other instructors) and used their music in my Spinning classes all the time (usually followed by and ACDC track ;) ) so it was a real pleasure to meet them. Their manager has actually been in touch on Monday to say that the PR company showed them to the girls and they have asked if they could have their own copies and would I mind if they use some of them on their website!!!
Some more of the shots are here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ksgphotography/sets/72157620895303129/

[londonblue007]

That's awesome. Make sure you get some $$ (or Euro or Quid, whatever) for your shots.

I saw Bond in Boston years ago when they toured the US when Johnny English was in theatres. They played a little club called the Paradise (lots of peeps on here know that venue). It was a killer show, one of the best I've seen.

I met the band after the show. They were wicked nice.
(I have to admit, having the last name of Bond sure does help getting attention from a band named Bond.)

Yeah, I think Haley went her own way quite recently. I agree some of the shots aren't as sharp as I would have liked, the biggest problem was the fact that the girls were so dynamic - they really work for their money and gave a great show! Once I got my 'straight' shots out of the way, I tried to work on some more that would capture the movement and passion involved when the girls were playing so went with some slower shutter speeds and differential focus. I've actually got one of Gay-Yee (the cellist) which, when viewed at 100%, shows her moving, the string she's playing vibrating and the cello is completely stationary and pin-sharp! I think it really shows how her work completely centres around her instrument in a very personal way (that's my take on it anyway, lol)
I used to work as a fitness instructor and trainer (training other instructors) and used their music in my Spinning classes all the time (usually followed by and ACDC track ;) ) so it was a real pleasure to meet them. Their manager has actually been in touch on Monday to say that the PR company showed them to the girls and they have asked if they could have their own copies and would I mind if they use some of them on their website!!!
Some more of the shots are here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ksgphotography/sets/72157620895303129/

[DwightMcCann]

This looks like a group I would really enjoy! Maybe some technical weakness in the images but they capture some great moments, looks, emotion and fun.

[londonblue007]

This looks like a group I would really enjoy! Maybe some technical weakness in the images but they capture some great moments, looks, emotion and fun.

you might dwight.
heres a link to the amazon page for their "best of" cd. you can listen to tracks there too.
http://www.amazon.com/Explosive-Best-Bond/dp/B0009NCQJ6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1247162003&sr=8-1

[fanorama]

Lovely ladies group. I'll enjoy watching them. http://www.cookiewriter.com/trafficreport/img/3721/j09s0423emrh/a.gif