My 2009 Favorites
Last year was the first full year of photography for me - still a lot to learn. so I probably have more 'favorites' than I should . And some of them may be too processed for many of you - oh well, I try to do my post processing well.
Don't know how to embed a slideshow into a post, BUT, follow the link to a smattering of my 2009. As you can imagine, it has mostly horses, but I did add in the few DSS entries I made.
It was fun trying to select out what to put in here, and in the process I sort of relived the year. I am also reminded that one reason I do these occasional entries is to stay fresh by being inspired by all of the really creative stuff that all of you guys do. Thanks for a great year!
Assume you mean "off to a great 2010" . You have some very good shots in your galleries - thanks for posting. I appreciate especially the ones with 'faces', i.e. people with horses.
Assume you mean "off to a great 2010" . You have some very good shots in your galleries - thanks for posting. I appreciate especially the ones with 'faces', i.e. people with horses.
Thanks! And yes, I meant 2010.. Those horse and person portraits are in the "FACES" section because, as you mention,they are faces too!
I've been so busy at work this month it's silly. Today however I managed to put a 2009 recap together.
First though: I had a look though all of your galleries here. I have no questions on why it's going on round 43 and I've barely managed a third place. You guys are good.
Diva: Number four.
Kerry: I recognized a few of those locations, it was good to see those But your Swedish model takes the prize!
Mark: Eventing! Nice! I've got an eventing camp coming up in May, and hopefully one more in the summer.
Karin: The canoe.
2009-first year favorites
This was my rookie year with a DSLR. Some of the images in my favorites are there because they represent big firsts.... First smugmug challenge top 5 finisher, first image sold (one of the lax photos for a tournament program cover), first time shooting sports/birds/still life, etc.
For me it has been a steep learning curve, which you all have helped me with!
This was my rookie year with a DSLR. Some of the images in my favorites are there because they represent big firsts.... First smugmug challenge top 5 finisher, first image sold (one of the lax photos for a tournament program cover), first time shooting sports/birds/still life, etc.
For me it has been a steep learning curve, which you all have helped me with!
WOW Chris, for a "Rookie year", you have some awesome images to show! You've got some skill girl! I really like the shell shot BTW, very cool perspective!
Karin
"Dance like no one is watching. Sing like no one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt and live like it's heaven on Earth." — Mark Twain
WOW Chris, for a "Rookie year", you have some awesome images to show! You've got some skill girl! I really like the shell shot BTW, very cool perspective!
Karin.. it's so exciting to me when someone, especially a fellow photographer, likes my work. I would not have gotten as far as I have along the beginner path if it hadn't been for all of the great people on this forum.
WOW Chris, for a "Rookie year", you have some awesome images to show! You've got some skill girl! I really like the shell shot BTW, very cool perspective!
This was my rookie year with a DSLR. Some of the images in my favorites are there because they represent big firsts.... First smugmug challenge top 5 finisher, first image sold (one of the lax photos for a tournament program cover), first time shooting sports/birds/still life, etc.
For me it has been a steep learning curve, which you all have helped me with!
Pyry, nice stuff there, lots of which I hadn't seen yet..
TinaMarie, you do have some great stuff. Keep it up, and get neither too jazzed when you win and too blue when you don't. It's all about learning and finding your style!!
Pyry, nice stuff there, lots of which I hadn't seen yet..
TinaMarie, you do have some great stuff. Keep it up, and get neither too jazzed when you win and too blue when you don't. It's all about learning and finding your style!!
Interesting that you mention "finding your style". It has taken a while to begin to understand what I like to shoot. That's why the challenges are so good for me. They entice me to experiment a lot.
Your comments about winning and losing are exactly right.
I already posted mine in the People forum, which I know some of you saw. But in case any Challenge folks don't wander over that way, here's mine.
Duuuuuuuuuuuuuuude how did you get your camera into the U2 show? I friend and I brought ours with the to the show in Tampa, but they wouldn't let us in. I even argued with the lady for a minute because I had checked the website before attempting to bring it, and it should've been allowed. We had to walk all the way back to the car and then back to the stadium, so we missed the whole opening act. But you can bet I'll try it again when we hit the Miami show in July!
Anyway, those shots are just inspiring. Really beautiful work. Thanks for sharing!
And thanks everyone else for sharing too! Such a wide range of shooting styles we have here. Now I'm feeling like a big slacker for not having finished editing all of my shots from 2009 yet (is that even English? )
Duuuuuuuuuuuuuuude how did you get your camera into the U2 show?
By lying. Cameras were not allowed, so I snuck my little G10 into my jacket pocket. When I was searched and asked what was in my pockets, I opened the opposite pocket and pulled out my hat and gloves, then I was waved through. I didn't expect to get away with it.
Comments
Last year was the first full year of photography for me - still a lot to learn. so I probably have more 'favorites' than I should
http://www.jerrybarton.eu/keyword/jlbfav2009
Jerry
I think the photos that look like drawings are excellent!
Karl
http://www.kabbottphoto.com/
http://blog.kabbottphoto.com/
Twitter: @kabbottphoto
Ditto Karl - wonderful processing and images!
TravelwaysPhotos.com ...... Facebook
VegasGreatAttractions.com
Travelways.com
Totally agree!
http://lrichters.smugmug.com
"Dance like no one is watching. Sing like no one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt and live like it's heaven on Earth." — Mark Twain
It was fun trying to select out what to put in here, and in the process I sort of relived the year. I am also reminded that one reason I do these occasional entries is to stay fresh by being inspired by all of the really creative stuff that all of you guys do. Thanks for a great year!
HoofClix 2009 In Review Slideshow
Off to a great 2010 y'all!
Oops! I did mean 2010, not 2001
www.HoofClix.com / Personal Facebook / Facebook Page
and I do believe its true.. that there are roads left in both of our shoes..
www.HoofClix.com / Personal Facebook / Facebook Page
and I do believe its true.. that there are roads left in both of our shoes..
I've been so busy at work this month it's silly. Today however I managed to put a 2009 recap together.
First though: I had a look though all of your galleries here. I have no questions on why it's going on round 43 and I've barely managed a third place. You guys are good.
Diva: Number four.
Kerry: I recognized a few of those locations, it was good to see those
Mark: Eventing! Nice! I've got an eventing camp coming up in May, and hopefully one more in the summer.
Karin: The canoe.
Here's mine. 2009
http://pyryekholm.kuvat.fi/
This was my rookie year with a DSLR. Some of the images in my favorites are there because they represent big firsts.... First smugmug challenge top 5 finisher, first image sold (one of the lax photos for a tournament program cover), first time shooting sports/birds/still life, etc.
For me it has been a steep learning curve, which you all have helped me with!
May 2010 be brighter than you could imagine.
Chris
http://chrisadamczyk.smugmug.com/Other/My-Favorites2009
When you come to a door... walk through it.
If it's locked... find an open window.
WOW Chris, for a "Rookie year", you have some awesome images to show! You've got some skill girl! I really like the shell shot BTW, very cool perspective!
"Dance like no one is watching. Sing like no one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt and live like it's heaven on Earth." — Mark Twain
thanks for your kind comments. That made my day.
Chris
When you come to a door... walk through it.
If it's locked... find an open window.
I agree, you have some awesome photos in there.
Los Angeles dance photographer
Website: http://www.allenparseghian.com
So what were you shooting before getting a DSLR?
Love the "Odd man out" shot
http://pyryekholm.kuvat.fi/
TinaMarie, you do have some great stuff. Keep it up, and get neither too jazzed when you win and too blue when you don't. It's all about learning and finding your style!!
www.HoofClix.com / Personal Facebook / Facebook Page
and I do believe its true.. that there are roads left in both of our shoes..
Before the DSLR I had a P&S. 30 yrs ago, I had a Minolta 101, which I could never figure out how to use, so I gave up and found other hobbies.
Odd Man Out is one of my absolute favorites, too.
Thanks for commenting.
Chris
When you come to a door... walk through it.
If it's locked... find an open window.
Interesting that you mention "finding your style". It has taken a while to begin to understand what I like to shoot. That's why the challenges are so good for me. They entice me to experiment a lot.
Your comments about winning and losing are exactly right.
Thanks for your comments.
Chris
When you come to a door... walk through it.
If it's locked... find an open window.
Allen, Thanks so much. I appreciate your comments here and when I post photos.
Chris
When you come to a door... walk through it.
If it's locked... find an open window.
Duuuuuuuuuuuuuuude how did you get your camera into the U2 show? I friend and I brought ours with the to the show in Tampa, but they wouldn't let us in. I even argued with the lady for a minute because I had checked the website before attempting to bring it, and it should've been allowed. We had to walk all the way back to the car and then back to the stadium, so we missed the whole opening act. But you can bet I'll try it again when we hit the Miami show in July!
Anyway, those shots are just inspiring. Really beautiful work. Thanks for sharing!
And thanks everyone else for sharing too! Such a wide range of shooting styles we have here. Now I'm feeling like a big slacker for not having finished editing all of my shots from 2009 yet (is that even English?
Spread the love! Go comment on something!
By lying.