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Self Portrait in the DC Fire Hockey team's blue "DCFD" uniform. Sept. 2013
Nikon D800
Nikon 50mm 1.8
ISO 100
1/125
f13
1 Einstein 640 into a large PLM camera right
1 Einstein 640 w/ 7" reflector and red gel at background -1 EV
Post processing in Capture 1 Pro 7
Another from the studio session with Katie.
Strobist:
Elinchrom BX500 Ri above model in 70" octabox. Full power.
20 degree gridded Einstein camera right and behind model for backlight/rimlight. Approximately 250 WS.
Speed light camera left behind model at 1/4 power at 50mm for additional backlight/rimlight.
Slow shutter speed to let in enough ambient to show movement.
Organization: Tim Engle
Photography and Editing: Dirk Dreyer.
Hi-Res pictures and prints available at galleries.dreyerpictures.com
Some the mistakes from your shoots are the best ones. Funny how that is. I hadn't done much Strobist stuff lately so I thought I'd take some self portraits. I grabbed some props, set up the lights and started shooting.
Strobist Info/Explanation of the mistake: I was using a three light set up, 3 Nikon SB-28's. One to either side of me for left and right rim light and one front and just a hair to camera right. The side lights were both bare and blue gelled and the main light was using a shoot through umbrella. Turns out the key light wasn't firing for several shots and I didn't know until reviewing the images. And viola, that's where this image was produced.
Image was run through Lightroom but other than some minor color work, and kicking up the blacks and contrast, it wasn't changed too much from right out of the camera.
I will be writing up a blog post about this shoot with more of an explanation of setup and flash power, placement, etc. in the near future (plus more images from the shoot).
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The setting sun breaks through the clouds to spotlight an Icelandic farm just outside of Akureyri, Iceland's second largest city.
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The PopSpot Ultra 50 3 Light Kit is a great tool for lighting creative portraits like this! We slid a red and blue colored gel into two of the PopSpots' built in gel holders and used the third light in the kit as a hair light. PopSpot LED Fresnel-style lights give you the power to add light exactly where you want it in a scene.
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Sometimes, beauty appears in silence.
A soft rainbow cuts across the valley below, barely visible beneath heavy skies. The slopes still glisten from the storm, while an alpine hut holds its quiet place above the forest.
Seen from the northern slopes above the Zillertal, this frame captures a fleeting moment – when shadow and color meet, and the storm gives way to grace.
Photography and Editing: Dirk Dreyer. Hi-Res pictures and prints available at galleries.dreyerpictures.com
My wife and I just returned from almost three weeks in the Eastern Sierra mountains of California. On our last full day we explored the Alabama Hills in Lone Pine, where they have filmed literally hundreds of western movies. I was carrying my infrared camera, and as we hiked between two huge boulders, literally bigger than barns, I noticed a shaft of light coming through a slit in the rocks on the left. I had Maria position herself so that she was in that sliver of light. You can see the pattern of light on the boulder wall above her. Lately, they've been filming science fiction type movies here, and I think that infrared works well in that context.
To see more infrared images, or to learn more about how I shoot infrared, here's the link to my Infrared set. www.flickr.com/photos/9422878@N08/sets/72157600507865146/
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Red Gown - Under the Flare: RPower draped in silk. The rich, undeniable texture of the gown anchors the subject's presence. A study in bold confidence, perfectly framed by clean studio lighting.
Model: Kathrine
Photo: Thomas Ohlsson Photography
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This is inside Bristol Cathedral, Taken on a photography weekend with my friend Leo Smith.
The cathedral was only a few mins walk from the hotel. We we only had an hour at this location, and were delighted on entering the cathedral to find the morning sun bursting though the windows into the dusty air. It realy did look as dramatic as this in real life too!
Photography and Editing: Dirk Dreyer. Hi-Res pictures and prints available at galleries.dreyerpictures.com
Organization: Creative Light Photography
Organization: Tim Engle
Photography and Editing: Dirk Dreyer.
Hi-Res pictures and prints available at galleries.dreyerpictures.com
Elle avance dans un monde qui n'existe pas encore.
Entre la lumière et le métal, entre le mouvement et la machine, cette silhouette semble surgir d'un futur où le corps demeure le dernier territoire de liberté. La combinaison évoque la technologie, les lignes rappellent les circuits, mais rien ne peut contenir l'énergie qui traverse chaque geste.
Le reggaeton est souvent associé à la puissance brute du rythme. Ici, il devient autre chose : une impulsion vitale, un langage physique qui dialogue avec l'imaginaire de la science-fiction. Chaque mouvement paraît répondre à une force invisible, comme si la danseuse captait un signal venu d'un horizon lointain.
Le faisceau de lumière qui la traverse ressemble à une porte ouverte sur un autre monde. Pourtant, ce n'est pas la technologie qui attire le regard, mais l'humanité qui persiste au cœur du dispositif. Une présence vibrante, déterminée, habitée.
Dans cette rencontre entre futurisme et expression corporelle, la danse devient poésie. Une poésie de l'élan, de la transformation et du mouvement perpétuel.
Parce qu'au-delà des machines, des écrans et des promesses technologiques, il restera toujours un corps pour rêver, ressentir et danser.
EN She moves through a world that does not yet exist.
Between light and metal, between movement and machine, this figure seems to emerge from a future where the body remains the last territory of freedom. Her suit suggests technology, its lines echoing circuitry, yet nothing can contain the energy flowing through every gesture.
Reggaeton is often associated with raw rhythm and power. Here, it becomes something else: a vital impulse, a physical language in conversation with science-fiction imagery. Every movement appears to answer an invisible force, as if the dancer were receiving a signal from a distant horizon.
The beam of light cutting across the scene feels like a gateway to another dimension. Yet it is not technology that commands attention, but the humanity that endures within it. A vibrant, determined presence, fully alive.
In this encounter between futurism and movement, dance becomes poetry. A poetry of momentum, transformation, and perpetual motion.
Because beyond machines, screens, and technological promises, there will always be a body willing to dream, to feel, and to dance.
Naoe.
Photograph taken in Assassin's Creed Shadows, on August 5, 2025.
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I photographed this last Saturday. It is a fence which starts along the road and stops under water. In the barbwire there were all kinds of deteriorated things hanging in the wind, this is all filtered out of the water. The fence itself, it's rusty and old it is absolutely in decay.
An otherworldly view captured at night, showcasing dramatic lighting and shadows that create a surreal and eerie atmosphere. The play of light and mist adds a sense of mystery and wonder, making this scene a captivating piece of art.
Summer's End: Woven Armor: Modern mythology meets high fashion. Gold sequin cascades catch the light against minimalist backdrops, framing a portrait defined by resilience and shimmer. The focus is on material contrast and sheer presence.
I wanted to do a black and white image with harsh lighting because I enjoy playing around with light. I also did a color version of the picture using a small soft box for contrast. I suspect most folks will prefer the color version which I will post tomorrow.
This is a small wooden statue (about 5 inches tall) that I lit from the side with a bare YN560-III on the lft side about 3 feet away from camera left. Fill light came from a small hand mirror at camera right. With lighting, the smaller the light source and the farther it is from the subject, the harder the light. The light was triggered by a Yongnuo RF-603N.
Other black and white images that I've done are in my cleverly titled Black and White album.
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Lighting info:
Paul Buff B1600 with a Fotodiox Pro 5ft Octabox powered by Vegabond Mini battery and triggered with Pixel King Pro Triggers.
Not just a beautiful woman, she stands in the field not as a symbol, but as a reminder— of the families who rise before dawn, who coax life from soil and weather, who feed cities from landscapes often overlooked.
This image honours the quiet endurance of farming communities,
whose labour sustains nations, whose stories rarely make headlines, but whose presence is felt in every meal, every season, every storm weathered.”
This striking black-and-white portrait captures a woman in a moment of quiet strength and contemplative depth. The image is defined by its masterful use of chiaroscuro—the dramatic contrast between light and dark—which creates a sense of intimacy and mystery.
Subject and Composition: The subject is positioned centrally, gazing directly toward the camera with an expression that is both vulnerable and resolute. Her long, wavy hair is highlighted by a strong rim light, creating a glowing halo effect that separates her from the deep, monochromatic background.
Lighting and Mood: The primary light source illuminates one side of her face and torso, casting the other into deep shadow. This technique emphasizes the textures of her skin, the subtle details of her facial features, and the delicate sparkle of her jewelry. The overall mood is serious and introspective.
Attire and Details: She is wearing a dark, halter-style top with a low-cut neckline and lace-up detailing, which adds a touch of bohemian elegance. A layered necklace with small, dark charms rests against her collarbone, and large hoop earrings frame her face, catching the light.
Artistic Impact: By stripping away color, the photograph focuses the viewer's attention on form, light, and emotion. It is a powerful study of femininity and the interplay between what is revealed and what remains hidden in the shadows.
Day 29 of 365 – QUANTUM OF SOLACE
Bond….James Bond.
I would say more, but I have to ensure that “Q” has the latest weapons tested and ready.
Strobist INFO:
Shutter Speed 1/160
Aperture 2.8
ISO 100
Lens – Tamron 28-75 MM
Focal Length 60mm
White Bal – Flash Sync
Setup time: 10 Min
Mild ambient light
Flashpoint 1220 at 1/16 power with Gridded snoot 4ft camera right
Early Evening – 5:00 pm
Subject – Walther PPK (James Bonds Gun)
Did some more studio and outdoor portrait work last night at the Art Gallery of Burlington with models on both ends of the age scale!
Starting with a young ballerina who I had previously done portraits of, and finishing with a slightly older gentleman, who I opted for a close up grittier style with.
I used my tripod to create this image. I was hoping I had enough time for the long exposure time I needed. Well as you see I had enough time :-)
Dramatic light highlights the architecture of Prague, from the Gothic Our Lady before Tyn church to the infamous Communist broadcasting tower.
Prague has been a political, cultural, and economic centre of central Europe with waxing and waning fortunes during its 1,100-year existence. Founded during the Romanesque and flourishing by the Gothic and Renaissance eras, Prague was not only the capital of the Czech state, but also the seat of two Holy Roman Emperors.
A camel trail winds itself through a Sahara desert trail during the sunrise
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In this picture the bull rider, who has been thrown from the bull, limps off stage right while the life-savers put themselves between him and the bull. These guys used to be called bull fighters, but I guess the new title is more appropriate. This ended well as the bull ended up turning away. If these guys were in a bar with bull riders, I doubt they'd ever have to buy a drink.
Other pictures I've taken at the Lakeside Rodeo over the years can be seen in my Lakeside Rodeo set. www.flickr.com/photos/9422878@N08/sets/72157600750485146/
Other bull riding pictures can be seen in my bull riding set. www.flickr.com/photos/9422878@N08/sets/72157619148784232/
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My beautiful friend T took this photo.
As you can see she is stunning and the photo came out beautiful!
So I thought I would bite the idea for this week's HBCCT ;)
So Happy Big Cushy "Bed" Tuesday!!
Texture by Pareeerica
A regional jet lifts off into the last light over Northwest Arkansas. Sometimes the sky steals the whole show. All you can do is keep up and press the shutter.