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I'm always reluctant to post these because they're not wedding oriented... but at the same time, it's nice to hear comments (good & bad!) to give me an idea of what "works" and what doesn't visually....

 

Some of you know I've been trying to get back into photography (after a 10+ year complete halt), so this is what I've been up to lately.... feel free to comment in any way, shape or form! :)

 

IOWA SUNSET ON THE CORALVILLE LAKE RESERVOIR:

I love non-city sunsets because they have that gold/orange color that "makes sense" for a sunset. Back in 1993, this lake flooded Iowa City, and most of Coralville was submerged in water and closed for several months for rebuilding. It was a scary/awesome sight. When I was back last week, I kept hearing comments about how the water levels this early in the season are reminescent of that flood year. So I wanted to check for myself. If you look closely, there are 2 square concrete blocks to the left of the two trees clumped together. Those 2 concrete blocks are the tops of the public bathroom/showers for the lake. The normal start of the water at the beach is right where those 2 trees are; everything before those trees are where the parking lots normally are. It's not going to be a good year up there...

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DALLAS ABORETUM:

I'm soooo itching to have a bride/couple to put in these first two shots! :)

 

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DOWNTOWN DALLAS

I'm thinking of putting one of these three photos in a competition this summer.... not sure which one, or if I'll even do it yet...

 

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Gorgeous photos! I'm happy you are picking the hobby back up because it's obvious that you have talent. As for the pics for the competition, I love the first city shot! It's gorgeous! I love the "empty" street with the flash of light- from the headlights I'm assuming. I love how the street lights just twinkle too. The pic is really breathtaking and seems so alive.

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Gorgeous photos! I'm happy you are picking the hobby back up because it's obvious that you have talent. As for the pics for the competition, I love the first city shot! It's gorgeous! I love the "empty" street with the flash of light- from the headlights I'm assuming. I love how the street lights just twinkle too. The pic is really breathtaking and seems so alive.
Thank you! I like your description! I'm very flattered! :) That first one in the city is my favorite too. Yep, the streaking lights are from the car headlights as they drove toward me. I have a "thing" for recording motion in images. I think about 90% of my college portfolio was built with that concept. :)

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I love the last few sets. I have never been a huge sunset/rise girl.

I love your compositon in the water fall ones-very beautiful.

The last set, of Dallas, is also very nice. You must have used some sort of tripods as they look so clean and blur free.

Thank you! :)

I'm the same way--- not much of a sunset/rise fan (unless of course, it's some exotic, phenomenal location!) either. Those were mostly personal: I miss the midwest and the sky there, and wanted this more for a "reminder". :) My interest in sky shots usually peaks when there's beautiful depth of color and lots of puffy clouds, but I also thought the sunset would be a good challenge because it difficult to get the proper light/dark values without over/under exposing. This wasn't perfect, but it was a lot better than I originally expected. :)

And yep, had to use a tripod for the city shots. I've been surprised tho that when I moved from film to digital, how dark it can be outside before I have to use a tripod. There's a lot more "forgiveness" with digital on this...
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I love going to the Arboretum and always look forward to the summer concert series. I like the first show of downtown. Great composition! It caught my eye immediately. Great work!
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I love the 3rd Iowa shot and the 2nd Arboretum shot! Followed closely by the 3rd Arboretum shot and the last one of Downtown - nice work Maria!!! :)
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What gorgeous pix, Maria! Keep sharing!
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P.S. If you need any models for the Arboretum shots Martin and I are always game! wink.gif
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Very nice pics. I love the first Dallas shot. It really is awesome!!

Thank you everyone! You guys have backed up my thoughts on using the first city scene for competition. :)

Jaime, definitely will take you and Martin up on the offer. :) I need to practice with lighting first and study modeling/posing, but I had planned on offering some free sessions to people just so I can get some portfolio work built up. As soon as I feel prepared, I'll definitely let you know and see if you guys are still interested. :) (oh, and the third aboretum shot you mentioned---- I chuckle because a friend of mine calls it my "monet". hehe)
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