Your Best Photo 2016

[Apple fanboy]

Thank you @Apple fanboy, @kenoh, and @someoldguy for the words of encouragement! I appreciate it. I would share a few more pics but this is the BEST thread

You have some awesome pictures in here. Inspiring to say the least!

Well that's what the POTD thread is for!
Keep up the good work.

 

[0007776]

Old St Joes by mrkramer, on Flickr
I posted this one in the photo of the day thread a day or two ago, but I think it's my favorite one of the year.

 

[Septembersrain]

I really liked this tree. I'm not good at photography.

 

[kallisti]

My skill level doesn't even compete so I'll post my personal favorite, just for fun

As for the story... I'm just always trying to get good shots of my daughter lol

Kiddo shots like this often tell their own story when composed to exclude distracting background elements. The expressions and gestures speak for themselves and invite the viewer to create their own narrative. Your daughter is adorable and you captured this well

 

[RedOrchestra]

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[davidjearly]

My young boy always enjoys pushing the buttons and looking through the viewfinder of my Sony A7RII. For his first birthday, I wanted to ensure he could explore this interest and I gifted him this wooden camera. He takes it everywhere with him and I encourage him to picture the scene wherever he goes. This photo was captured during a beautiful, autumnal walk in Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow. The entire path was covered in gorgeous brown-yellow leaves, creating a beautiful ambient light, which I used to frame the image in colour. I managed to lock on at the perfect moment as he composed his shot.

Not bad for a 20 month old.

 

[mellofello]

My young boy always enjoys pushing the buttons and looking through the viewfinder of my Sony A7RII. For his first birthday, I wanted to ensure he could explore this interest and I gifted him this wooden camera. He takes it everywhere with him and I encourage him to picture the scene wherever he goes. This photo was captured during a beautiful, autumnal walk in Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow. The entire path was covered in gorgeous brown-yellow leaves, creating a beautiful ambient light, which I used to frame the image in colour. I managed to lock on at the perfect moment as he composed his shot.

Not bad for a 20 month old.

Which lens are you shooting with?

 

[davidjearly]

Which lens are you shooting with?

This was shot with the Sony Zeiss FE 55mm F1.8, but I also shoot with the Sony FE 24-70 F2.8 GM and the Sony FE 70-200 F4 G.

 

[Moakesy]

Some really cracking images on this post.....it's already inspiring me for 2017 !

It was a difficult choice, but went for this one in the end as it was the first time I'd shot with a 'proper' macro lens. It represents one of those times when I felt l actually learnt something when shooting, there were lots of dud shots.

I still have lots to learn, but as AFB says, it's a journey..

_SMO3272.jpg by Steve Moakes, on Flickr

 

[Apple fanboy]

Some really cracking images on this post.....it's already inspiring me for 2017 !

It was a difficult choice, but went for this one in the end as it was the first time I'd shot with a 'proper' macro lens. It represents one of those times when I felt l actually learnt something when shooting, there were lots of dud shots.

I still have lots to learn, but as AFB says, it's a journey..

_SMO3272.jpg by Steve Moakes, on Flickr

Lovely shot and a great choice. The D750 with 105 macro is a great combination. But you really nailed this one. I shoot a lot of bees on flowers but this one is certainly better than a lot of what I've taken.

 

[mellofello]

This was shot with the Sony Zeiss FE 55mm F1.8, but I also shoot with the Sony FE 24-70 F2.8 GM and the Sony FE 70-200 F4 G.

I have the Ziess 35mm and while I love the versatility, I sometimes wish I got 55mm instead. I really like shooting Sony, but the lenses require some consideration in between purchases for the casual photographer on a budget.

 

[kenoh]

I really liked this tree. I'm not good at photography.

First tip to being good at photography... Stop saying you are no good at photography... It is our job to tell you that...

You just need to start your journey... So take a stroll with us and learn some stuff along the way...

I think your first goal is to read about composition. That will transform your photographs and start development of your vision. You will learn to see rather than merely look through your viewfinder...



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My young boy always enjoys pushing the buttons and looking through the viewfinder of my Sony A7RII. For his first birthday, I wanted to ensure he could explore this interest and I gifted him this wooden camera. He takes it everywhere with him and I encourage him to picture the scene wherever he goes. This photo was captured during a beautiful, autumnal walk in Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow. The entire path was covered in gorgeous brown-yellow leaves, creating a beautiful ambient light, which I used to frame the image in colour. I managed to lock on at the perfect moment as he composed his shot.

Not bad for a 20 month old.

Cracking. And that answers my question of where you are... I am in Giffnock. Never thought of Kelvingrove in the autumn... On the list now
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I have the Ziess 35mm and while I love the versatility, I sometimes wish I got 55mm instead. I really like shooting Sony, but the lenses require some consideration in between purchases for the casual photographer on a budget.

The 55 is a great lens as is the 35 but there are alternate options now too. The version 3 15mm Voigtlander absolutely sings on the Sony

 

[Mark0]

My best shot from 2016

 

[Apple fanboy]

View attachment 681982 My best shot from 2016

Very nicely done.

 

[DHA]

Probably not "perfect" in the eyes of critics, but I wanted the sun to have this effect in the photo. Was pleased the way it came out

DSC_0536 by DHA987S, on Flickr

 

[Apple fanboy]

Probably not "perfect" in the eyes of critics, but I wanted the sun to have this effect in the photo. Was pleased the way it came out

DSC_0536 by DHA987S, on Flickr

I like it as well. Gives a bit of extra interest. Where is this? Looks like an interesting place.

 

[thekb]

View attachment 681982 My best shot from 2016

Beautiful shot! How long was this exposure?

 

[Mark0]

Beautiful shot! How long was this exposure?

It was 3 minutes, f11, ISO 200 I think?

Fuji XT-2 & XF 16-55mm f2.8 with LEE Filters Big Stopper & 0.6 Neutral Density Hard Graduated filter.

 

[DHA]

I like it as well. Gives a bit of extra interest. Where is this? Looks like an interesting place.

It was in Florence

 

[kenoh]

It was in Florence

Gorgeous gorgeous place. I adore Florence.

 

[uvafan1]

I have not been around much lately. I have been battling lung cancer for the last 18 months. I shot this selfie with my Nikon D610 on a tripod and a remote in my hand. It was taken during my chemo treatments. I thought the sunset and back story made for a compelling photo...

 

[Hughmac]

I have not been around much lately. I have been battling lung cancer for the last 18 months. I shot this selfie with my Nikon D610 on a tripod and a remote in my hand. It was taken during my chemo treatments. I thought the sunset and back story made for a compelling photo...View attachment 685609

It certainly is a compelling shot - good luck with your fight

Cheers

Hugh

 

[Apple fanboy]

I have not been around much lately. I have been battling lung cancer for the last 18 months. I shot this selfie with my Nikon D610 on a tripod and a remote in my hand. It was taken during my chemo treatments. I thought the sunset and back story made for a compelling photo...View attachment 685609

Great shot. Lovely colours. Well executed.
Sorry to hear of your health issues. Hope things get better.

 

[kenoh]

I have not been around much lately. I have been battling lung cancer for the last 18 months. I shot this selfie with my Nikon D610 on a tripod and a remote in my hand. It was taken during my chemo treatments. I thought the sunset and back story made for a compelling photo...View attachment 685609

Ah ****! Sorry to hear that sir. I hope you are winning the fight. That is a beautiful shot. A memory worth capturing in perpetuity.

 

[uvafan1]

It certainly is a compelling shot - good luck with your fight

Cheers

Hugh

I would thank everyone for the kind words. Our last CAT scan was just before Thanksgiving, there were no signs of cancer. I have returned to work and am slowly getting back out with my cameras. I will continue to be monitored and I am limited in what I can do, but I intend enjoy moment I have! Again thanks!!