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Thursday, April 7, 2011

365: Olivier Robert

There is a lot going on with my life right now, this is the reason why I haven't published articles on a regular basis lately. It is a shame, I am sorry about it. I have many stress sources right now and I did not want the blog to be one more.

When you are stressed, my advice is to visit Olivier Robert's website. Olivier takes peaceful photographs, ones that help you relax. Olivier takes mostly black and white pictures in the Genova area. If like me you enjoy his work, you can buy prints of his photographs.

Olivier publishes photographs on a daily basis, although it is not written on his website he does a 365 project. When I told him about 365 projects, he answered he was actually hoping to go for a 730 or even a 1095 project. I wish him good luck!

And by the way, don't forget the contest ends in 4 days!!

Olivier Robert's website

PHOTO DU JOUR: MASSIF OISANS 3/3, FRANCE by ©Olivier Robert

PHOTO/JOUR 69: FORÊT SOUS LA NEIGE III, CHÂTEL, FRANCE by ©Olivier Robert

PHOTO/JOUR 78: NUIT CALME, RADE DE GENÈVE by ©Olivier Robert

PHOTO/JOUR 91: FISHING ON A CLOUDY DAY, LEMAN by ©Olivier Robert

PHOTO/JOUR 94: HERON, LEMAN by ©Olivier Robert

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Thursday, March 17, 2011

365: Abdul Ludbah

People believe 365 projects are often self-centered. From my experience projects composed mainly of self-portraits are not always quality ones, and I have featured very few of them.

Abdul appears on every photo of his second 365 project, but he did not want to take a picture of his face every day. The result is quite interesting, I particularly like pictures of his hands.

Abdul Ludbah - 365

day eighteen | 365 v2: ... Miserable day today. Rained. A lot. Because of the weather conditions people had to leave work early so as not to be caught out ...

Dont really wear ties much to work.

Other than that a fairly ordinary day.

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day eighteen | 365 v2: ... by ©Abdul Ludbah

day twentyTwo | 365 v2: Cappuccino anyone? ... Well, almost ... lets just say I wont be making employee of the month at Costa. Tried to make the Schwuash sound to compensate. The result is what you see before you. I mean seriously, would you drink that?!?!

Liked how this came out (the picture not the Cappuccino). There are some water droplets on the table but as I didnt see them until I began to process and couldnt be bothered to re-shoot.

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day twentyTwo | 365 v2: Cappuccino anyone? ... by ©Abdul Ludbah

day fiftyFour | 365 v2: W ... <b>W - Double U</b>

For some reason couldnt get my thumbs to match up to form a proper w ...

For Gooses <a href="http://www.flickr.com/groups/abc2011/pool/">ABC 365 February 2011</a>

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day fiftyFour | 365 v2: W ... by ©Abdul Ludbah

day sixtyFive | 365 v2: ... Long day at work but it went quickly. Seems like the last couple of days Ive had to work for my pay!

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day sixtyFive | 365 v2: ... by ©Abdul Ludbah

day sixtySix | 365 v2: ... Couple of things I didnt like about this - the door in the background and ... the door in the background. This was a practice set-up for something else I had in mind but this sort of stuck. Adjusted contrast and brightness in LR.

<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADMRpwfPHww" rel="nofollow">Convite Para Vida</a>

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day sixtySix | 365 v2: ... by ©Abdul Ludbah

day sixtySeven | 365 v2: ... Playing around with lighting ..

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day sixtySeven | 365 v2: ... by ©Abdul Ludbah

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Thursday, March 10, 2011

365: marco|g

Today is thursday, and thursday is 365! Last week Ervic Aquino's 365 worked pretty well and I heard his family was jazzed about it.

marco|g has already completed 80% of his 365 project. What I enjoy most about his photos is that marco, like others, uses his own colour filter which gives an identity to his photos, making them recognizable as his.

marco|g - 365

Day 289/365 "Gandria" View large, press <b>"L"</b> <a href="http://500px.com/marcog" rel="nofollow">500px</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/marco_gil" rel="nofollow">TWITTER</a> | <a href="http://gimar.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow">TUMBLR</a>

Day 289/365 "Gandria" by ©marco

Day 284/365 This image was inspired by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/gismaster">Fulvio</a>. Have a look at his stream. View large, press <b>"L"</b> <a href="http://500px.com/marcog" rel="nofollow">500px</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/marco_gil" rel="nofollow">TWITTER</a> | <a href="http://gimar.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow">TUMBLR</a>

Day 284/365 by ©marco

Day 250/365 A view of the lake of Lugano from one of the many piers. On the right is the "San Salvatore", an iconic landmark of the city. View large, press <b>"L"</b> <a href="http://500px.com/marcog" rel="nofollow">500px</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/marco_gil" rel="nofollow">TWITTER</a> | <a href="http://gimar.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow">TUMBLR</a>

Day 250/365 by ©marco

Day 229/365 A quick stop by the lake today. The blurry things in the background are sailing boats. View large, press <b>"L"</b> <a href="http://500px.com/marcog" rel="nofollow">500px</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/marco_gil" rel="nofollow">TWITTER</a> | <a href="http://gimar.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow">TUMBLR</a>

Day 229/365 by ©marco

Day 186/365 I shot this one from the car in the 17km long Gotthard tunnel. View large, press <b>"L"</b> <a href="http://500px.com/marcog" rel="nofollow">500px</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/marco_gil" rel="nofollow">TWITTER</a> | <a href="http://gimar.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow">TUMBLR</a>

Day 186/365 by ©marco

Day 66/365 <a href="http://twitter.com/marco_gil" rel="nofollow">TWITTER</a> | <a href="http://gimar.tumblr.com/" rel="nofollow">TUMBLR</a>

Day 66/365 by ©marco

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Thursday, March 3, 2011

365: Ervic Aquino

After deciding to write an article about Ervic Aquino's 365, I thought I did not have enough information about him and his project on his flickr account; so I asked him to tell me what he could/wanted to say about this project. And Ervic sent me this huge e-mail! Before even reading it I could see he his passionate about photography and this project in particular.

Ervic Aquino has started this project because he was wishing to get out of a rut, he wanted to make experiments and try new things, which he could not do during his paid shoots.
I can say with no doubt he is a perfectionist, as he admits he puts a lot of pressure on himself, always expecting the next photo to be better, keeping trying a technique until he fully masters it.

This project is mainly a family project, most photos include Ervic's children. They are active contributors to the quality of this 365, always making nice faces! It is great to have the support of your relatives, it is even better to have them involved in your projects.

Ervic Aquino aka Stormline (facebook | twitter | flickr) - 365

Day Two Hundred Thirteen: Public Craziness [Explored] 213/365 Jan, 14, 2010 After picking up the kids from school we headed out to the marina for some quick shots. It was finally a warm day and the sun was shining so I really wanted to do some outside shooting. There were a lot of shady characters walking around and Elizabeth was definitely on the lookout. Brandon and Sofia dont really care and have a tendency to act anyway they want to regardless of whos watching. <b>Strobist</b> Dynalite Uni400jr. with beauty dish camera left

Day Two Hundred Thirteen: Public Craziness [Explored] by ©Ervic Aquino

Day Two Hundred Thirty: "Bring It On, Grumpy Old Troll" 230/365 Jan 31, 2011 Took Sofia to Blue Rock Springs for a little while after dropping the kids off at school. <b>Strobist</b> Dynalite Uni400jr. w/ beautydish camera left Canon EOS 5D Mark II | Sigma 15mm (cropped in post) 1/200 sec | ƒ16 | 100 ISO

Day Two Hundred Thirty: "Bring It On, Grumpy Old Troll" by ©Ervic Aquino

Day Two Hundred Thirty-nine: Cooking With Fia 239/365 Feb 9, 2011 Not much going on today. We had planned to do a follow-up to yesterdays shot where the kids would be doing some crazy wrestling poses but Brandon couldnt find his wrestling mask. Instead Sofia found Brandons old chef costume and she started to play cooking show host. <b>Strobist</b> 580EXII in shoot through umbrella camera left Lumopro LP160 in brolly softbox camera right aimed at chromakey backround Background removed in post and replaced with radial gradient

Day Two Hundred Thirty-nine: Cooking With Fia by ©Ervic Aquino

Day Two Hundred Forty-nine: Girls Can Be Gamers Too 249/365 Feb 19, 2011 Emily and Tess came over for a visit after the tournament today. The girls booted up the Wii and had some intense game time. <b>Strobist</b> Dynalite Uni400jr in socked beauty dish camera left Lumopo LP160 side left and right Lumopro LP160 in back for rim

Day Two Hundred Forty-nine: Girls Can Be Gamers Too by ©Ervic Aquino

Day Two Hundred Fifty-six: Snow Disappointed 256/365 Feb 26, 2011 Weve been anticipating a snow fall in the Bay Area for the past couple of days. All signs pointed to a possibility and weather.com had it in its forecast. The kids were all excited and it would have been the first time that Sofia has ever played in the snow. Unfortunately it just wasnt meant to be as the sun came out shining to give us a beautiful day. <b>Strobist</b> Dynalite Uni400jr. in socked beauty dish camera left powered by Vagabond Mini Canon EOS 5D Mark II | 15mm | 1/200 | ƒ14 | ISO 100

Day Two Hundred Fifty-six: Snow Disappointed by ©Ervic Aquino

Day Two Hundred Fifty-seven: When Toys Attack 257/365 Feb 27, 2011 Went to the mall today and Sofia got a new Hello Kitty doll and Brandon got some new clothes for his teddy bear. These two kids have an interesting imagination when they put their minds together and role play. <b>Strobist</b> 580EXII camera side left in umbrella softbox Lumopro LP160 camera side right in shoot through umbrella softbox Lumopro LP150 in lightsphere in rear Canon EOS 5D Mark II | 85mm | 1/200 | ƒ9

Day Two Hundred Fifty-seven: When Toys Attack by ©Ervic Aquino

Day Two Hundred Fifty-nine: "Leave Me Alone" 260/365 Mar 1, 2011 Nobody wanted to take a picture today so I just set up a single chair and told Elizabeth to just sit on it. I took a bunch of shots and that was it. <b>Strobist</b> 580EXII w/ grid high side left Lumopro LP160 bare side right

Day Two Hundred Fifty-nine: "Leave Me Alone" by ©Ervic Aquino

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Thursday, February 24, 2011

365: Elkana Randrianaivo

I often write about the difficulties of running a 365 project and completing it. Well some photographers want to take the challenge to the next level.

Elkana Randrianaivo is one of them. He does not want to take any picture, he wants to push his boundaries and come up with a new idea every day. So basically he tries and build a photograph from an idea he has on mind, setting a scene and appropriate lighting. I feel this is a real artistic approach. Elkana told me he keeps learning from this project, I believe no matter your level as a photographer a 365 project is a good way to keep evolving.

Elkana Randrianaivo - 365

DVD by ©Elkana RANDRIANAIVO

Splash by ©Elkana RANDRIANAIVO

Petite percée by ©Elkana RANDRIANAIVO

Paper Doll by ©Elkana RANDRIANAIVO

Bien attaquer sa journée by ©Elkana RANDRIANAIVO

Eventail architectural by ©Elkana RANDRIANAIVO

Pailles arc-en-ciel by ©Elkana RANDRIANAIVO

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Thursday, February 17, 2011

365: Photon Thief

It is pure chance if today is the fourth time in a month that I write about iPhone photography. Interesting 365 projects are a rare breed and I certainly don't want to miss one for such a futile reason.

Photon Thief seemed very surprised I was wishing to write about his project. I like this project because there is a real effort to not shoot the same photo twice. It is easier to find your way and stick with it, his way of leading this project is more challenging.

Photon Thief - 365

1/1/11 Happy New Year!
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Hipstamatic: Bettie XL Lens, Ina

1/1/11 by ©Jarré Lyman

1/24/11 by ©Jarré Lyman

2/7/11 I miss being able to go here.
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Camera+ 2: Purple Haze

2/7/11 by ©Jarré Lyman

2/14/11 "To understand is to perceive patterns." –Isaiah Berlin
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Hipstamatic: John S Lens, Ina

2/14/11 by ©Jarré Lyman

1/11/11 One. One one. One one.... (Every way, every part, everywhere you look.)
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Hipstamatic: Lucifer VI Lens, BlacKeys B+W Film

1/11/11 by ©Jarré Lyman

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Thursday, February 10, 2011

365: Daniel Schneider

Daniel Schneider is a photographer who loves music and rockshows so much he has decided to take part in concerts through photography. You can check his site www.rapturedmind.com.

On the personnal side, Daniel has started, like many others, a 365 project. The funny thing about this project is that it will end the day before his birthday.

Daniel Schneider - 365 (on flickr or on rapturedmind.com)

Day 17 - Back from the Grave! <a href="http://365.rapturedmind.com/day-17-back-from-the-grave/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">Day 17 - Back from the Grave!</a> I waited 7 years for the chance to see The Crown live again. I

Day 17 - Back from the Grave! by ©Daniel Schneider

Day 36 - Summer Wine... <a href="http://365.rapturedmind.com/day-36-summer-wine/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">Day 36 - Summer Wine....</a> What a day... it was raining again the whole time, so I though I do another nice rain picture (kind of a theme this month), but as soon after I was finished setting up in the rain, it stopped. Great. So I waited a bit, but when it didn

Day 52 - Windows <a href="http://365.rapturedmind.com/day-52-windows/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">Day 52 - Windows</a> I leave the title open to interpretation today... After Will posted another one of those great toys for boys the other day, I thought I do one too. (which is still on my list, unfortunately now I have to think of another way to show it... thanks a lot, man!)(check out his shot <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/willsteward/5013812146/" target="_new">here</a>) 50mm - f11 - 8 Sek - ISO 400 <a href="http://365.rapturedmind.com/" rel="nofollow">Project 365</a> - <a href="http://twitter.com/rapturedmind" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a>

Day 112 - What Light? <a href="http://365.rapturedmind.com/day-112-what-light/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">Day 112 - What Light?</a> I finally picked my Project 365 Picture of Jasmin. I went back and forth between the Images and just couldn

Day 167 - Let me get that for you! *Frontpage* <a href="http://365.rapturedmind.com/day-167-let-me…t-that-for-you/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">Day 167 - Let me get that for you!</a> That looks nasty... what have you done with that lens? Our Daily Challenge for January 19th, 2011: Low angle shot ... this photo is brought to you by the Letter <b>- L -</b> press it and enjoy! 10mm - f18 - 1/250 - ISO 160 <a href="http://365.rapturedmind.com/" rel="nofollow">Project 365</a> - <a href="http://twitter.com/rapturedmind" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a> Strobist Info: 2x SB-80dx (24mm - 1/1) into silver umbrella from the front as main, SB-80dx (diffusor - 1/4) bare from the bottom as fill, Sunpak 120j (1/1) bare as backgroundlight, camera and flashes tiggered via PocketWizard Plus II and optical slaves <b>Explored</b> - Wednesday, January 19th, 2011 - #6 - <b>Frontpage</b>

Day 179 - white out <a href="http://365.rapturedmind.com/day-179-white-out/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">Day 179 - white out</a> It was cold outside today and there was heavy fog with sight below 20m. I had to get out early today, so I brought the camera along and snapped this on the way home. ... this photo is brought to you by the Letter <b>- L -</b> press it and enjoy! 30mm - f2.8 - 1/1000 - ISO 100 <a href="http://365.rapturedmind.com/" rel="nofollow">Project 365</a> - <a href="http://twitter.com/rapturedmind" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a>

Day 184 - Burn the Bridges <a href="http://365.rapturedmind.com/day-184-burn-the-bridges/" target="_new" rel="nofollow">Day 184 - Burn the Bridges</a> I was out with <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/little81/" target="_new">Martin Klein</a> again for some photography action. This time we went to cologne. After wandering around the city and the dom for the day, we really got started shooting after the sun set and we got some great night scenes. ... this photo is brought to you by the Letter <b>- L -</b> press it and enjoy! 10mm - f10 - 30sec - ISO 100 <a href="http://365.rapturedmind.com/" rel="nofollow">Project 365</a> - <a href="http://twitter.com/rapturedmind" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a> - <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rapturedmind/5424588011/">Print Give Away</a>

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Thursday, February 3, 2011

365: Andrius Aleksandravičius

Many people on the internet are all about their cats, and share countless pictures of them. Andrius Aleksandravičius has decided to make a whole 365 about cats. They really are cute, most people love them for that, but not everyone (like Boulet)!
Cats are a mystery, you never know what they have on mind. There's one thing for sure: they are photogenic!

Andrius Aleksandravičius - 365

Happy Feet #30/365 <strong><a href="http://www.afoto.eu/" rel="nofollow">Portfolio</a> | <a href="http://www.facebook.com/afoto.eu?v=wall&ref=ts" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/NejauNet" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></strong>

Cat #19/365 <strong><a href="http://www.afoto.eu/" rel="nofollow">Portfolio</a> | <a href="http://www.facebook.com/afoto.eu?v=wall&ref=ts" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/NejauNet" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></strong>

Angry #28/365 <strong><a href="http://www.afoto.eu/" rel="nofollow">Portfolio</a> | <a href="http://www.facebook.com/afoto.eu?v=wall&ref=ts" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/NejauNet" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></strong>

Reflection #29/365 <strong><a href="http://www.afoto.eu/" rel="nofollow">Portfolio</a> | <a href="http://www.facebook.com/afoto.eu?v=wall&ref=ts" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/NejauNet" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></strong>

Hide and seek #20/365 <strong><a href="http://www.afoto.eu/" rel="nofollow">Portfolio</a> | <a href="http://www.facebook.com/afoto.eu?v=wall&ref=ts" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/NejauNet" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a></strong>

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Thursday, January 27, 2011

365: Olivia Bell

When I have to face a challenge, I always feel the first half is the hardest part. I am sure Olivia Bell must feel relieved to get to the second half of her 365 project.

Taking a photo a day is challenging, but then there is processing and uploading, which includes finding a title and writing a description. It is quite a tough project to fit in, no wonder she hesitated to start it.

Half way is a good time to take a quick scan behind and see how it looks. Olivia Bell told me she feels her project has strengthened her photography, made her eyes see more than ever before. You can have a hint on my point of view by checking the numbers on the photos I selected: they are mainly recent pictures.

I wanted to talk about this project because it has something different from the other 365 I wrote about. It is both in the photographs and the processing done: it has a girly touch!

Olivia Bell (facebook | @oliviabell) - 365 project