Just sharing the series I shot today while driving home from work. I passed my favorite array of rusty farm machines and noticed the light was just right for B&W shooting.

Man, something about rusty metal and green grass really does it for me. I had 3 lenses with me: M 50mm 1.7, DA 16-45mm, DA 18-55 (with fisheye attachment). Here's what I got:

#1. Wagon Wheels


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#2. John Deere Plow


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#3. Plow (closeup)


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#4. Wheel Spokes


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Despite these photos, the day was anything but monochromatic. Check out these vivid colors (using Hoya circ pol to darken sky):

#5. Fertilizer Spreader


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As I am still very much a beginner, your feedback is always welcome - thanks.
I hope you enjoy these. I sure enjoyed the serenity of the location.

[emalvick]

I love these shots... Living in the central valley, presumably not far from where you took your photos, I see many opportunities for ag and farm type shots. Unfortunately, I haven't had a chance to do as you have myself, nor have I ever had the success that your photos show. They will inspire me.

I have to specifically complement shots 1 and 3 as the best of the bunch, and I like the additional shots you posted, too.

Erik