No more tests! just pictures

**fs999** · 09-03-2013, 01:09 AM

Nice shots here !

Click on the photos for details...

**Rondec** · 09-03-2013, 05:22 AM

Originally posted by fs999

Nice shots here !

Click on the photos for details...

Great job as always, Frederic.

A couple shot with the DA 40 limited.

Tree in Soybean Field.

Amish Farm.

CreationBear · 09-03-2013, 05:56 AM

Rondec-- I keep going back to your foregrounds...the "tessellated" soybean leaves in the first and the splash of color in the broom sedge in the second just give these captures a depth I find unique. Anything you could tell me about your workflow on an image like this would be greatly appreciated--though of course I know there's no substitute for being aware enough to be in the right place at the right time.

Jean Poitiers · 09-03-2013, 09:56 AM

Great job Frederic and Vincent ... many thanks, J

**fs999** · 09-03-2013, 10:30 AM

Thank you Jean !

The right time and the right place. Wonderful shots Vincent !

**Rondec** · 09-03-2013, 12:53 PM

Originally posted by CreationBear

Rondec-- I keep going back to your foregrounds...the "tessellated" soybean leaves in the first and the splash of color in the broom sedge in the second just give these captures a depth I find unique. Anything you could tell me about your workflow on an image like this would be greatly appreciated--though of course I know there's no substitute for being aware enough to be in the right place at the right time.

Thank you for the kind words. To me, it is about light and subject. If I see what I am looking for, then I usually shoot a couple of multi-exposure bursts with slightly different framing. I usually have two primes on two K5s -- one is the DA 15 limited and the second is usually either the DA 40 or the DA * 55.

In post processing, I use Lightroom 4, presharpen with Nik Effects and then, usually will develop with presets that I have made in Color Efex Pro. Depending on the photo, I might try an HDR shot with HDR Efex as well, but usually the Color Efex image is what I go with. Once you have made presets, it is pretty quick to apply a "recipe" and then tweak it a little bit.

Focal length does make a big difference. This is one shot with the DA 15 limited and the same tree at sunrise.

**chuck_c** · 09-03-2013, 01:53 PM

Originally posted by jva59

Terrific, chuck-c! number 2 is perfect..

Thank you James.

CMS Houston · 09-03-2013, 02:39 PM

Originally posted by CreationBear

Rondec-- I keep going back to your foregrounds...the "tessellated" soybean leaves in the first and the splash of color in the broom sedge in the second just give these captures a depth I find unique. Anything you could tell me about your workflow on an image like this would be greatly appreciated--though of course I know there's no substitute for being aware enough to be in the right place at the right time.

Rondec noted as much in his response above, but the Nik Software plugins for PS, PSE, Lightroom and Apeture are excellent post processing tools! They in no way compensate for Rondec's artistry and technical ability with respect to composition or exposure, but my guess is that they are essential tools in his post processing work. For what it is worth, the entire suite of Nik plugins can be test driven free of charge for 15 days by downloading them at the url below (or you can purchase them for USD $149). Additionally, there is a host of training resources for the plugins available on YouTube.

Nikcollection by Google
Nik Photography - YouTube

**Rondec** · 09-03-2013, 03:21 PM

Originally posted by CMS Houston

Rondec noted as much in his response above, but the Nik Software plugins for PS, PSE, Lightroom and Apeture are excellent post processing tools! They in no way compensate for Rondec's artistry and technical ability with respect to composition or exposure, but my guess is that they are essential tools in his post processing work. For what it is worth, the entire suite of Nik plugins can be test driven free of charge for 15 days by downloading them at the url below (or you can purchase them for USD $149). Additionally, there is a host of training resources for the plugins available on YouTube.

Nikcollection by Google
Nik Photography - YouTube

Thanks. Yes, I am a big fan of Nik Effects. There is a coupon code that drops the price to 126.

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-price-watch/219559-google-offering...ml#post2326467

Elliot · 09-03-2013, 05:29 PM

Originally posted by fs999

Nice shots here !

Click on the photos for details...[/url]

Great pictures with the DA 40mm XS lens and an extension tube. Does the tube have auto focus and aperture?

Elliot · 09-03-2013, 05:30 PM

Originally posted by Rondec

Great job as always, Frederic.

A couple shot with the DA 40 limited.

Tree in Soybean Field.

Amish Farm.

Wonderful photos and use of the lens for landscapes!

CreationBear · 09-03-2013, 05:49 PM

Rondec-- You know, that DA 15 shot is kind of stunning as well...a Hoosier Yggdrasil, perhaps.

Thanks for elaborating on your workflow--very helpful.

Sinister · 09-05-2013, 03:46 AM

I wish I'd have a faster computer for using NIK Software efficiently... :|

**fs999** · 09-05-2013, 05:10 AM

Originally posted by kpevav

Great pictures with the DA 40mm XS lens and an extension tube. Does the tube have auto focus and aperture?

Thank you ! Yes it has. Even SDM contacts !

Originally posted by Sinister,249886:

I wish I'd have a faster computer for using NIK Software efficiently... :|

I love your contratful shots !

I use Topaz B&W Fx, coupled with DeNoise

Click on the photos for details...

Sinister · 09-05-2013, 07:14 AM

Originally posted by fs999

I love your contrastful shots !

I use Topaz B&W Fx, coupled with DeNoise

Thanks a lot! And you achieve astonishing results with it

I am happy with NIK, but I am thinking about getting the 21,5 iMac...

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09-03-2013, 01:09 AM	#4951
fs999 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Luxembourg Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,639	Nice shots here ! Click on the photos for details...

09-03-2013, 05:22 AM	#4952
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,653	Originally posted by fs999 Nice shots here ! Click on the photos for details... Great job as always, Frederic. A couple shot with the DA 40 limited. Tree in Soybean Field. Amish Farm.

09-03-2013, 05:56 AM	#4953
CreationBear Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 2,415	Rondec-- I keep going back to your foregrounds...the "tessellated" soybean leaves in the first and the splash of color in the broom sedge in the second just give these captures a depth I find unique. Anything you could tell me about your workflow on an image like this would be greatly appreciated--though of course I know there's no substitute for being aware enough to be in the right place at the right time.

09-03-2013, 09:56 AM	#4954
Jean Poitiers Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lost in translation ... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,076	Great job Frederic and Vincent ... many thanks, J

09-03-2013, 10:30 AM	#4955
fs999 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Luxembourg Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,639	Thank you Jean ! The right time and the right place. Wonderful shots Vincent !

09-03-2013, 12:53 PM	#4956
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,653	Originally posted by CreationBear Rondec-- I keep going back to your foregrounds...the "tessellated" soybean leaves in the first and the splash of color in the broom sedge in the second just give these captures a depth I find unique. Anything you could tell me about your workflow on an image like this would be greatly appreciated--though of course I know there's no substitute for being aware enough to be in the right place at the right time. Thank you for the kind words. To me, it is about light and subject. If I see what I am looking for, then I usually shoot a couple of multi-exposure bursts with slightly different framing. I usually have two primes on two K5s -- one is the DA 15 limited and the second is usually either the DA 40 or the DA * 55. In post processing, I use Lightroom 4, presharpen with Nik Effects and then, usually will develop with presets that I have made in Color Efex Pro. Depending on the photo, I might try an HDR shot with HDR Efex as well, but usually the Color Efex image is what I go with. Once you have made presets, it is pretty quick to apply a "recipe" and then tweak it a little bit. Focal length does make a big difference. This is one shot with the DA 15 limited and the same tree at sunrise.

09-03-2013, 01:53 PM	#4957
chuck_c Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Westerville, OH Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,588	Originally posted by jva59 Terrific, chuck-c! number 2 is perfect.. Thank you James.

09-03-2013, 02:39 PM	#4958
CMS Houston Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Houston, Tx Photos: Gallery Posts: 49	Originally posted by CreationBear Rondec-- I keep going back to your foregrounds...the "tessellated" soybean leaves in the first and the splash of color in the broom sedge in the second just give these captures a depth I find unique. Anything you could tell me about your workflow on an image like this would be greatly appreciated--though of course I know there's no substitute for being aware enough to be in the right place at the right time. Rondec noted as much in his response above, but the Nik Software plugins for PS, PSE, Lightroom and Apeture are excellent post processing tools! They in no way compensate for Rondec's artistry and technical ability with respect to composition or exposure, but my guess is that they are essential tools in his post processing work. For what it is worth, the entire suite of Nik plugins can be test driven free of charge for 15 days by downloading them at the url below (or you can purchase them for USD $149). Additionally, there is a host of training resources for the plugins available on YouTube. Nikcollection by Google Nik Photography - YouTube

09-03-2013, 03:21 PM	#4959
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,653	Originally posted by CMS Houston Rondec noted as much in his response above, but the Nik Software plugins for PS, PSE, Lightroom and Apeture are excellent post processing tools! They in no way compensate for Rondec's artistry and technical ability with respect to composition or exposure, but my guess is that they are essential tools in his post processing work. For what it is worth, the entire suite of Nik plugins can be test driven free of charge for 15 days by downloading them at the url below (or you can purchase them for USD $149). Additionally, there is a host of training resources for the plugins available on YouTube. Nikcollection by Google Nik Photography - YouTube Thanks. Yes, I am a big fan of Nik Effects. There is a coupon code that drops the price to 126. https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-price-watch/219559-google-offering...ml#post2326467

09-03-2013, 05:29 PM	#4960
Elliot Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: South Carolina Photos: Gallery Posts: 281	Originally posted by fs999 Nice shots here ! Click on the photos for details...[/url] Great pictures with the DA 40mm XS lens and an extension tube. Does the tube have auto focus and aperture?

09-03-2013, 05:30 PM	#4961
Elliot Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: South Carolina Photos: Gallery Posts: 281	Originally posted by Rondec Great job as always, Frederic. A couple shot with the DA 40 limited. Tree in Soybean Field. Amish Farm. Wonderful photos and use of the lens for landscapes!

09-03-2013, 05:49 PM	#4962
CreationBear Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 2,415	Rondec-- You know, that DA 15 shot is kind of stunning as well...a Hoosier Yggdrasil, perhaps. Thanks for elaborating on your workflow--very helpful.

09-05-2013, 03:46 AM	#4963
Sinister Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Berlin Posts: 1,045	I wish I'd have a faster computer for using NIK Software efficiently... :\|

09-05-2013, 05:10 AM	#4964
fs999 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Luxembourg Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,639	Originally posted by kpevav Great pictures with the DA 40mm XS lens and an extension tube. Does the tube have auto focus and aperture? Thank you ! Yes it has. Even SDM contacts ! Originally posted by Sinister,249886: I wish I'd have a faster computer for using NIK Software efficiently... :\| I love your contratful shots ! I use Topaz B&W Fx, coupled with DeNoise Click on the photos for details...

09-05-2013, 07:14 AM	#4965
Sinister Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Berlin Posts: 1,045	Originally posted by fs999 I love your contrastful shots ! I use Topaz B&W Fx, coupled with DeNoise Thanks a lot! And you achieve astonishing results with it I am happy with NIK, but I am thinking about getting the 21,5 iMac...