vessels vs vehicles Photo

Photographer’s Note

That day was all like that - with clouds which partly hid, partly opened the sun, and it was impossible to guess at what moment the sun will appear.

When I look at this photo I think that in these very difficult light conditions it would have been impossible to take a photo with the sun shining directly into the camera if it had not been a cloudy day. But thanks to the clouds it became possible.

In the background: Södermalm.

Strangely, all the PP work was: very slight shadows adjustment to make the car on the right look less dark (it is not too dark as it is, though, in the original shot); sharpening: 30% at 0.3 px radius.

Info about the shot:

Settings: Automatic (!)
This camera has a mind of its own ;)

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Brief info about the ship:

NAME: Le Diamant (Song of Flower) (Explorer Starship) (Begonia)
CLASS: Cruise ship
ENT/SERVICE: 1986
BUILT: LLOYD WERFT / Bremerhaven/ Germany
WEIGHT: 8,282 tons
LENGTH: 407 feet
WIDTH: 52 feet
SPEED: 16 knots - diesel engines

More info about Le Diamant can be found here.

saxo042, ellelloo, boa, edouard_lauer, Royaldevon, UlfE, azaf1, Kielia, jusninasirun, AiresSantos has marked this note useful

Critiques | Translate

mauro61 (16300) 2009-04-23 0:37

ciao Elena,
composizione gradevole dai tanti elementi in cui non disturba neanche l'auto in primo piano tanto l'attenzione è concentrata sullo splendido cielo nuvoloso.
complimenti
maurizio

serp2000 (9717) 2009-04-23 1:33

Äîáðûé ïîëäåíü,Åëåíà,
Ñïåøó ïîçäðàâèòü ñ î÷åðåäíîé êëàññíîé ðàáîòîé.Ïîëó÷èëîñü â ñåðî-ìåòàëëèêî-ãîëóáûõ òîíàõ, çàâèäóþ. ß áû òîæå õîòåë ïîøëÿòüñÿ ïî òàêèì ìåñòàì.
Óäà÷íî ïðîæèòü âòîðóþ ÷àñòü äíÿ!
Ñåðãåé

saxo042 (16298) 2009-04-23 1:43

Hi Elena,
I like this composition where the boat and the car are placed opposite to each other and along a diagonal in the picture. It really looks like another hot day, with very few people around. The Saab-owner might have a very hot car when he (or she) returns...
Kind regards
Gunnar

bukitgolfb301 (4999) 2009-04-23 5:35

Hello my dear Elena

Yes, if there were no cloud, the contrast between black car and white ship could be bother matter, I guess. Very tight framework and sharpness as usual.
Thanks for sharing and best regards
Takero

anto95 (1820) 2009-04-23 8:28

Hi Elena,
This is very great moment for take a very nice picture!
Antonello

jplebrun (17326) 2009-04-23 9:42

Bonjour Elena
prêt pour un départ à bord de ce beau bateau tout blanc, belle présentation
Amitiés
Jean-Pierre

ellelloo (4959) 2009-04-23 11:25

Hello Elena,
Even that your camera had a mind of its own, it did a good job, with the help of you, of course. :-) I like the composition and perspective, the summer atmosphere and the natural colours with excellent clarity. The clouds are gorgeous too and the management of light excellent. TFS!
Kind regards,
Lasse

boa (1406) 2009-04-23 13:16

Hej Elena,
another wonderful photo from you. I like the composition very much, where we can see Mosebacke between the boat and the car.
The cloud formations really makes the photo even more interesting. And as usual: excellent sharpness and colors !
Very well done !
Bästa hälsningar
Boa

AKITA (5583) 2009-04-23 17:11

dear Elena,
two curved objects that were mede by human and natural cloud in the sky make joyful space in your shot.
in this, the back light also makes the curves vivid in edges and the cloud interestingly cubic.
generally viewers like clear light condition, but actually the shadow supports the light indeed.
your using shadow is nice here.
thank you,
Akihisa

edouard_lauer (1063) 2009-04-23 22:59

Hi Elena,

and the winner is: none ;-) Good composition with a neat blue sky and bright light.

Cheers,
Edi

holmertz (9985) 2009-04-24 8:01

Hello Elena,
A strangely empty view of what is normally a very busy area, but I suppose poeple tried to stay away from the sun. In spite of the vessel and the vehicle I find the well captured clouds the most impressive feature.
Hälsningar,
Gert

Royaldevon (5944) 2009-04-25 3:32

Hello Elena,

A very nicely composed shot with the boat and the car balancing it well. Your dof keeps everything sharply focussed for the enjoyment of the viewer.
Although you mention cloudy conditions, the light is bright and the sky has a clear radiance.

Have a good w/e,
Bev :-)

UlfE (9180) 2009-04-25 11:43

Hi Elena,

Excellent shot. I agree of course that the fantastic sky is something that contributes to the beauty of the picture. However, also the back-light and the diagonals contribute very much to the attractiveness. You have also made excellent use of the car in your composition. TFS and have nice Saturday evening!

Cheers,

Ulf

azaf1 (15547) 2009-04-25 23:24

Hi Elena

Really impressive sky and it's true that the play of the clouds will certainly define the critical moment for a good dshot. I'm sure you chose the right moment to shoot.

Have a good day and TFS
Argiris

Kielia (8735) 2009-04-26 1:33

Hi Elena,
fantastic impression of modern Sweden with the most effective use of the difficult light. A very dynamic atmosphere. I can imagine this image with green trees instead of the black car but then it would show us the idyllic and romantic atmosphere of the harbor. An excellent contribution in the best spirit of TE!
Have a nice sunday,
Harriet

jusninasirun (10213) 2009-04-27 1:17

Hi Elena,

You have balanced the two mode of transportation well in the frame. Everything is in its place against the puffy white cloud of the blue sky. Very good presentation and I like it.

TFS and best regards,
Jusni

AiresSantos (42924) 2009-04-27 1:32

Hi Elena
Amazing coulds in the sky ! Beautiful colours and contrast
I like to see the Saab and 'Le Diamant' together
Very well framed and done
Have a nice week
Aires