. . . . . and the roadster can come out in the day time with the top down! Yesterday, we got our first "cold" front, which reduced the temp about 10-15 deg F and brought us a deep-blue, cloudless sky. Terrific convertible weather, so this afternoon I took our Boxster up to the Varner-Hogg mansion in West Columbia - a conveniently reached place that's never crowded and where I can shoot both contemporary and "antebellam" images. Today, I centered on contemporary, and here are some shots celebrating fall and cruising with the top down and the sun up.

Jer

DA 15: 1/180s @ f/11:



DA 15: 1/250s @ f/11 - I think with some exposure comp, which doesn't show up in Photobucket's "Image Info":



DA 70: 1/125s @ f/11:

[dcmsox2004]

really like the last shot jer..... this would be nice as a b+w rendition too... especially since your 'ride' is silver... works well with that color.... is that the same 'pump' as in your other b+w post?
dave m

[WPRESTO]

Good shots of a of a handsome roadster. Might be better with less contrast, but difficult with such a pale colored car on a bright sunny day with deep tree shadows. I'd put the car in the shadow of a big, windowless building - like an old barn in the background - to get classic "open shade" lighting.

[Jimbo]

Still think that car is too cool Jer. Love all these images. JIM

[Sailor]

really like the last shot jer..... this would be nice as a b+w rendition too... especially since your 'ride' is silver... works well with that color.... is that the same 'pump' as in your other b+w post?
dave m

Hey thanks, Dave. I'll give the B&W a try when I get back home; we're spending a few days on the boat (gorgeous weather) and I don't have the file here - otherwise, I'd try it right now. Edit: Oh yeah, it is the same pump.

Jer

Good shots of a of a handsome roadster. Might be better with less contrast, but difficult with such a pale colored car on a bright sunny day with deep tree shadows. I'd put the car in the shadow of a big, windowless building - like an old barn in the background - to get classic "open shade" lighting.

Yup - this car is a blast to drive but hard to shoot for the very reason you mention. The technically best pics I've gotten were on a cloudy day.

Thanks much for the kind words,

Jer

Still think that car is too cool Jer. Love all these images. JIM

Thanks, buddy. I can't believe that tomorrow I will have owned the car for a year; I got a note from the dealer today to "celebrate" the car's first anniversary. I'll miss it as we're on the boat and plan to be under sail tomorrow.

Jer

[daacon]

I got nothing but jelousy

[Jimbo]

I'll miss it as we're on the boat and plan to be under sail tomorrow.

Jer, I do not know what is worse, you showing us this beautiful car again or telling us you are heading out sailing. Bud, its great to be you and if i ever get down to your area we are going sailing! Cheers and have a safe trip bud. JIM

[Sailor]

I got nothing but jelousy

No need for jealousy, my friend, but it is a bunch of fun. Come on down and you can give it spin.

Jer

Jer, I do not know what is worse, you showing us this beautiful car again or telling us you are heading out sailing. Bud, its great to be you and if i ever get down to your area we are going sailing! Cheers and have a safe trip bud. JIM

Thanks, buddy and you've got an open invitation.

Jer