Spent too much time taking dozens of these shots and then even longer processing a short list before finally choosing one. I just hope it's worth it.
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It's a great thrill to share this success with 'Team UK' who I recently joined.
Thanks to everyone that voted and commented.
For those interested in how it's done - especially Thingfish....
About the shot: I recently bought a 'Phottix Cleon 1'wireless shutter release off Ebay. (Delivered directly from Hong Kong for £18 inc. shipping)It works flawlessly and comes highly recommended. In the picture, the remote is in between my fingers and the steering wheel.
My tripod has legs which move independently, (some are braced)this allowed me to wedge two of the legs behind the front seats while extending the third one horizontally into the back of the car, where I locked it tight against a sturdy surface.
This way, as long as you're on a straight smooth bit of road your hands don't have to move and the camera will remain aligned with the car for the required 3 second exposure.
I used the 10mm end of my Sigma 10-20mm zoom lens.
The Caris a Citroen C4 Grand Picasso.
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Great image. Yes it's been done before but so has a portrait, millions of times, what's the point? Every time I see this so well executed I get all inspired to try it out and I will. Thanks for the inspiration and congrats on a fine image.
Great effort and a nice image. However I just see way to many of these images. Mount the camera on a pod in or outside of the vehicle and head down the highway snapping away. The image would normally be an 8, but for lack of originality it is now a 5. sorry.
There is famous Munich comedian (Karl Valentin) who said: "It has all been said, but not by all" which would translate for photography to "It has all been photographed before, but not by all."
So one could just sit in a corner and wait for the one idea that hasn't occured to anyone before - how boring.
Some time ago, I took a photography course at the local adult education center there had a much better suggestion: First imitate, then inovate.
In short: Who cares if it has been done before?
To me this is an absolutely stunning shot, fits the challenge perfectly, and one of the few examples where the title actually adds to the concept in the picture.
Great effort and a nice image. However I just see way to many of these images. Mount the camera on a pod in or outside of the vehicle and head down the highway snapping away. The image would normally be an 8, but for lack of originality it is now a 5. sorry.
These type of comments continue to annoy me. I've been an amateur for years, now moving up to prosumer. Recently started submitting photos to DP challenge. This might not be original to you, but it is to me. And anyhow, what in life IS truly original? Do we slam Ansell Adams for taking photos of the same mountain scenery again and again? Or Monet for painting water lily after water lily. Surely it is the quality of the picture, the composition, color, clarity, framing, etc. that should count. Originality might be worth 1 point in a particular challenge if there are many of a similar shot, but that's about all.
I agree with you larushka! The comment is small-minded and shortsighted. The image here is excellent. It's a good concept that was very well executed. In addition, the photographer was kind enough to share how he did it, so that others could learn from him. I appreciate both the image and the open attitude of this photographer.
Great effort and a nice image. However I just see way to many of these images. Mount the camera on a pod in or outside of the vehicle and head down the highway snapping away. The image would normally be an 8, but for lack of originality it is now a 5. sorry.
These type of comments continue to annoy me. I've been an amateur for years, now moving up to prosumer. Recently started submitting photos to DP challenge. This might not be original to you, but it is to me. And anyhow, what in life IS truly original? Do we slam Ansell Adams for taking photos of the same mountain scenery again and again? Or Monet for painting water lily after water lily. Surely it is the quality of the picture, the composition, color, clarity, framing, etc. that should count. Originality might be worth 1 point in a particular challenge if there are many of a similar shot, but that's about all.
How appropriate that you are TEAM UK and you are on the right side of the car ;)
Great shot with amazing energy. Very fun. GOdd to hear I'm not the only one that spent too much time =)
Looks like it was very worth it!! Congratulations on your blue ribbon. This is a great shot. I didn't vote in this challenge - but I would have scored this one high.
Great effort and a nice image. However I just see way to many of these images. Mount the camera on a pod in or outside of the vehicle and head down the highway snapping away. The image would normally be an 8, but for lack of originality it is now a 5. sorry.
I think that is a bit harsh Ernie, especially considering 3 of your top scores fall into the 'not original' bracket
Very nicely executed. I have always been interested in knowing how a shot like this is achieved and I therefore hope you will give a detailed report in the photographers comment window. (or send me a PM explaining how)
Congratulaltions, this is a great shot. Guess you had to find a piece of straight road so you could keep your hands steady on the wheel for three seconds.
Congrats on the blue here. Lovely shot and despite having seen this type of shot on many occasions, it remains a fascinating picture, creative with bag and cams on the top...just dont brake suddenly. I suggest you use the seatbelt next time for your babies
Great effort and a nice image. However I just see way to many of these images. Mount the camera on a pod in or outside of the vehicle and head down the highway snapping away. The image would normally be an 8, but for lack of originality it is now a 5. sorry.
Very nicely executed. I have always been interested in knowing how a shot like this is achieved and I therefore hope you will give a detailed report in the photographers comment window. (or send me a PM explaining how)
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