Nature Experimental Photograph.

**Tonytee** · 08-05-2017, 03:11 PM - **1 Like**

When I first noticed these guys, I thought of two reasons for taking the photo. The first was to use my newly acquired Pentax 55~300mm ED Lens, and to educate myself on PPE Software. Please feel free to offer any suggestions.

Focal Length 300mm, Manual Exposure Mode, no flash and used CWA Metering.

Thanks for viewing.

TT

**Kerrowdown** · 08-06-2017, 07:52 AM

A faster shutter speed and or a more stable tripod for a lens of this size would certainly help with the image sharpness, as this one looks to be a bit on the soft side.

**c.perkins** · 08-06-2017, 12:38 PM

I am a newbie to this forum but I have seen your other photos and this one is "not like you".

What is your experiment; soft photos ?

cp

**Tonytee** · 08-06-2017, 01:35 PM

Originally posted by Kerrowdown

A faster shutter speed and or a more stable tripod for a lens of this size would certainly help with the image sharpness, as this one looks to be a bit on the soft side.

I understand what you are saying, K.D., and I will keep it in mind.

Thank you for your input.

TT

---------- Post added 08-06-17 at 01:42 PM ----------

Originally posted by c.perkins

I am a newbie to this forum but I have seen your other photos and this one is "not like you".

What is your experiment; soft photos ?

cp

You are correct on all points. I wanted to see how my newly acquired Pentax telephoto would handle this type of scene and also to fudge around with Post Photo Editor Software to become familiar with as many features as possible. I am finding myself more in favor of softer photos. After viewing so many ultra-sharp images, they begin to come across as dried out and unappealing. That is one of the many benefits of photography, in that we can all continue to work on what makes us individuals with our own likes and dislikes. A never ending quest. Thanks for your input.

TT

**henrikpedersen33** · 06-28-2018, 01:08 PM

Originally posted by Tonytee

When I first noticed these guys, I thought of two reasons for taking the photo. The first was to use my newly acquired Pentax 55~300mm ED Lens, and to educate myself on PPE Software. Please feel free to offer any suggestions.

Focal Length 300mm, Manual Exposure Mode, no flash and used CWA Metering.

Thanks for viewing.

TT

.. and you surely are learning!
How did you manage to get the black background? Naturally or PP?

**Tonytee** · 06-28-2018, 11:11 PM

Originally posted by henrikpedersen33

.. and you surely are learning!
How did you manage to get the black background? Naturally or PP?

I did not use a speedlight for this shot, however I do have flood lights on the front of the house, above the gutters. At the time this was taken I was also studying portrait photography, so I was eager to learn as much as possible about natural and artificial light. That alone is an arduous journey, but it can also become very rewarding.

Thanks for the question.

Tony

Photogoof · 08-05-2018, 06:50 AM

Originally posted by Tonytee

When I first noticed these guys, I thought of two reasons for taking the photo. The first was to use my newly acquired Pentax 55~300mm ED Lens, and to educate myself on PPE Software. Please feel free to offer any suggestions.

Focal Length 300mm, Manual Exposure Mode, no flash and used CWA Metering.

Thanks for viewing.

TT

This is great!

**Tonytee** · 08-05-2018, 02:53 PM

Originally posted by Photogoof

This is great!

Many thanks PG.

Tt

08-05-2017, 03:11 PM - 1 Like	#1
Tonytee Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 21,505	Experimental Photograph. Lens: Pentax-DA 55~300mm ED. Lens. Camera: Pentax k-50 Photo Location: Front Yard ISO: 100 Shutter Speed: 1/160s Aperture: F5.8 When I first noticed these guys, I thought of two reasons for taking the photo. The first was to use my newly acquired Pentax 55~300mm ED Lens, and to educate myself on PPE Software. Please feel free to offer any suggestions. Focal Length 300mm, Manual Exposure Mode, no flash and used CWA Metering. Thanks for viewing. TT

08-06-2017, 12:38 PM	#3
c.perkins Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: New Lisbon, WI. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 515	Tonytee; I am a newbie to this forum but I have seen your other photos and this one is "not like you". What is your experiment; soft photos ? cp

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08-06-2017, 07:52 AM	#2
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,835	A faster shutter speed and or a more stable tripod for a lens of this size would certainly help with the image sharpness, as this one looks to be a bit on the soft side.

08-06-2017, 01:35 PM	#4
Tonytee Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 21,505 Original Poster	Originally posted by Kerrowdown A faster shutter speed and or a more stable tripod for a lens of this size would certainly help with the image sharpness, as this one looks to be a bit on the soft side. I understand what you are saying, K.D., and I will keep it in mind. Thank you for your input. TT ---------- Post added 08-06-17 at 01:42 PM ---------- Originally posted by c.perkins I am a newbie to this forum but I have seen your other photos and this one is "not like you". What is your experiment; soft photos ? cp You are correct on all points. I wanted to see how my newly acquired Pentax telephoto would handle this type of scene and also to fudge around with Post Photo Editor Software to become familiar with as many features as possible. I am finding myself more in favor of softer photos. After viewing so many ultra-sharp images, they begin to come across as dried out and unappealing. That is one of the many benefits of photography, in that we can all continue to work on what makes us individuals with our own likes and dislikes. A never ending quest. Thanks for your input. TT

06-28-2018, 01:08 PM	#5
henrikpedersen33 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Roskilde, Denmark Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,625	Originally posted by Tonytee When I first noticed these guys, I thought of two reasons for taking the photo. The first was to use my newly acquired Pentax 55~300mm ED Lens, and to educate myself on PPE Software. Please feel free to offer any suggestions. Focal Length 300mm, Manual Exposure Mode, no flash and used CWA Metering. Thanks for viewing. TT .. and you surely are learning! How did you manage to get the black background? Naturally or PP?

06-28-2018, 11:11 PM	#6
Tonytee Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 21,505 Original Poster	Originally posted by henrikpedersen33 .. and you surely are learning! How did you manage to get the black background? Naturally or PP? I did not use a speedlight for this shot, however I do have flood lights on the front of the house, above the gutters. At the time this was taken I was also studying portrait photography, so I was eager to learn as much as possible about natural and artificial light. That alone is an arduous journey, but it can also become very rewarding. Thanks for the question. Tony

08-05-2018, 06:50 AM	#7
Photogoof Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Prague Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,422	Originally posted by Tonytee When I first noticed these guys, I thought of two reasons for taking the photo. The first was to use my newly acquired Pentax 55~300mm ED Lens, and to educate myself on PPE Software. Please feel free to offer any suggestions. Focal Length 300mm, Manual Exposure Mode, no flash and used CWA Metering. Thanks for viewing. TT This is great!

08-05-2018, 02:53 PM	#8
Tonytee Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 21,505 Original Poster	Originally posted by Photogoof This is great! Many thanks PG. Tt