Not enough boats in here.

TPG · 18th of February 2008 (Mon)

First post.
I shoot both an XTi and a 30D, just picked up a Sigma 10-20 because everything longer just felt too "cramped"

No pp really (or that I remember) other than cropping down.
Comments appreciated.

krnlscott · 18th of February 2008 (Mon)

Honestly they just look like snapshots to me. I'm not quite sure how you could make the shots interesting either.

royv · 18th of February 2008 (Mon)

I have to agree, they're more like snapshots. Also, both photo were taken at 18mm..why not 10mm?

You should try something like this picture from Thijs Heslenfeld.
He's a great photographer that often does these kind of sailing shots.
Here's his website: http://www.thijsheslenfeld.com

TPG · 18th of February 2008 (Mon)

Quote:

Originally Posted by royv

I have to agree, they're more like snapshots. Also, both photo were taken at 18mm..why not 10mm?

Just got the Sigma.
Those are from back in Oct.
Definitely felt VERY very "cramped" without the 10.
Better to come now that a wider lense has been purchased.

royv · 18th of February 2008 (Mon)

Oh I see, you didn't have the sigma back then for these shots?

You really should try to make a similar picture like the one I posted. Should be feasible with your 10-20mm lens, for sure! ..When are you going sailing again?

TPG · 18th of February 2008 (Mon)

Quote:

Originally Posted by royv

You really should try to make a similar picture like the one I posted. Should be feasible with your 10-20mm lens, for sure! ..When are you going sailing again?

Another month or two of dealing with the cold here in New England before the sled goes back in the water and we get to play again.

Its especially hard being part of the crew to get action shots as I'm expected to do stuff.

This is from a couple years ago. One of the rare moments of me not being on the pointy end.
Start of the 06 Newport-Bermuda race.

Another person to take inspiration would be http://www.vanderwal.com/

MX962 · 18th of February 2008 (Mon)

Those are really cool, But I think I would feel like I was sinking with em leaning over like that

Ballen Photo · 18th of February 2008 (Mon)

I see the excitement here. The fun starts when the sails fill, the boat heels, and away you go. I think you have captured that feeling here.

As part of the crew, they actually expect you to do things?

-Bruce

PhotosGuy · 18th of February 2008 (Mon)

I think they're OK. How many places can you stand on a boat? You should get some great shots with that new lens!

ajbalazic · 19th of February 2008 (Tue)

You're right - not many of these shots lately. Sure is a view I've never experienced before. Thanks for sharing.

Bruno1520 · 20th of February 2008 (Wed)

They look good to me, I like the first one best.

say_cheese · 24th of February 2008 (Sun)

First picture is pretty good I think. At first I thought it might be a Farr 40, but the second picture suggests something a little larger? A UWA is a good lens for this type of work as even a big boat can seem cramped. I do competitive big boat racing and trying to get good pictures on a constantly moving platform is challenging.

TPG · 24th of February 2008 (Sun)

Quote:

Originally Posted by say_cheese

First picture is pretty good I think. At first I thought it might be a Farr 40, but the second picture suggests something a little larger?

Andrews 70

say_cheese · 24th of February 2008 (Sun)

Andrews 70. cool boat, whats her name? I've seen a couple of them on the Great Lakes racing. If you like sailboat racing check out Sharon Green's website at www.ultimatesailing.com she'll get you inspired.

Ballen Photo · 24th of February 2008 (Sun)

Quote:

Originally Posted by say_cheese

If you like sailboat racing check out Sharon Green's website at www.ultimatesailing.com she'll get you inspired.

I must say she has some stunning work there.

-Bruce

18th of February 2008 (Mon)	#1
TPG Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: OTW Posts: 126	Not enough boats in here. First post. I shoot both an XTi and a 30D, just picked up a Sigma 10-20 because everything longer just felt too "cramped" No pp really (or that I remember) other than cropping down. Comments appreciated.

18th of February 2008 (Mon)	#2
krnlscott Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: FL Posts: 91 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Not enough boats in here. Honestly they just look like snapshots to me. I'm not quite sure how you could make the shots interesting either.

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royv Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 835	Re: Not enough boats in here. I have to agree, they're more like snapshots. Also, both photo were taken at 18mm..why not 10mm? You should try something like this picture from Thijs Heslenfeld. He's a great photographer that often does these kind of sailing shots. Here's his website: http://www.thijsheslenfeld.com __________________ Canon 1D mark III \| Canon S95 \| Sigma 50 1.4 \| 17-40L \| 135L \| 70-200 2.8L Flickr

18th of February 2008 (Mon)	#5
royv Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 835	Re: Not enough boats in here. Oh I see, you didn't have the sigma back then for these shots? You really should try to make a similar picture like the one I posted. Should be feasible with your 10-20mm lens, for sure! ..When are you going sailing again? __________________ Canon 1D mark III \| Canon S95 \| Sigma 50 1.4 \| 17-40L \| 135L \| 70-200 2.8L Flickr

18th of February 2008 (Mon)	#7
MX962 Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Idaho Posts: 388	Re: Not enough boats in here. Those are really cool, But I think I would feel like I was sinking with em leaning over like that

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Ballen Photo Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Southern Nevada Posts: 17,946	Re: Not enough boats in here. I see the excitement here. The fun starts when the sails fill, the boat heels, and away you go. I think you have captured that feeling here. As part of the crew, they actually expect you to do things? -Bruce __________________ The Captain and crew finally got their stuff together, now if we can only remember where we left it.

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PhotosGuy Moderator Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: S. E. Michigan Posts: 64,298	Re: Not enough boats in here. I think they're OK. How many places can you stand on a boat? You should get some great shots with that new lens! __________________ FrankC - 20D, RAW, Manual everything... Classic Carz, Racing, Air Show, Flowers. www.FrankCizek.com Find the light... A few Car Lighting Tips, and MOVE YOUR FEET! Have you thought about making your own book? // Need an exposure crutch?

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ajbalazic Cream of the Crop Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kitchener, ON, Canada Posts: 5,228 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Not enough boats in here. You're right - not many of these shots lately. Sure is a view I've never experienced before. Thanks for sharing. __________________ Alan Gear List

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Bruno1520 Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Posts: 163 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Not enough boats in here. They look good to me, I like the first one best.

24th of February 2008 (Sun)	#12
say_cheese Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Michigan Posts: 662 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Not enough boats in here. First picture is pretty good I think. At first I thought it might be a Farr 40, but the second picture suggests something a little larger? A UWA is a good lens for this type of work as even a big boat can seem cramped. I do competitive big boat racing and trying to get good pictures on a constantly moving platform is challenging.

24th of February 2008 (Sun)	#14
say_cheese Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Michigan Posts: 662 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Not enough boats in here. Andrews 70. cool boat, whats her name? I've seen a couple of them on the Great Lakes racing. If you like sailboat racing check out Sharon Green's website at www.ultimatesailing.com she'll get you inspired.

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