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Apr 23, 2012 14:54:29 #
going on the bike run to Laughlin what are some settings and rules to photo the harleys and people
Apr 23, 2012 16:11:00 #
It would be helpful to know what kind of camera you have.
Me personally (I'm sure a lot of folks will disagree) I would use P (program mode) so that while I was there the only thing I would have to do is adjust the exposure compensation for the sunlight.
Me personally (I'm sure a lot of folks will disagree) I would use P (program mode) so that while I was there the only thing I would have to do is adjust the exposure compensation for the sunlight.
Apr 23, 2012 17:08:15 #
dtrumb wrote:
going on the bike run to Laughlin what are some settings and rules to photo the harleys and people
A good tele will let you keep your distance, but a nice w/a will give a good close-up effect. Be careful about pushing those guys out the way to get a shot, though, or you might get a shot. They are very possessive of their bikes. I used to go to Laconia (NH) Bike Week. At night, they would have their bikes all parked on the main drag with guards keeping eye on them. Obviously, photography is a big part of any bike week, and they all know it. Very often, I have gotten shots of them with their bikes, and they got a kick out of it. You will see great artwork on the bikes. I saw one that was done up with "Gone with the Wind" paintings.
Apr 23, 2012 17:10:26 #
Apr 23, 2012 17:15:45 #
frenchcoast wrote:
Jerry, suppose they need a stack of release forms?
That's another whole issue in itself. Shooting on a public street is pretty safe. I've never had the need to ask for a release, but I imagine that would generate a lot of questions from the subject. Where will this be printed? Will you make money from it? Will I get any money? Can I change my mind later? Will you make me look stupid?
Apr 23, 2012 17:23:51 #
photogrl57 wrote:
It would be helpful to know what kind of camera you have.
Me personally (I'm sure a lot of folks will disagree) I would use P (program mode) so that while I was there the only thing I would have to do is adjust the exposure compensation for the sunlight.
Me personally (I'm sure a lot of folks will disagree) I would use P (program mode) so that while I was there the only thing I would have to do is adjust the exposure compensation for the sunlight.
Hi dtrumb: Like photogrl57 said program mode has some advantages when you need a quick capture of the moment. Great for a walk around town point and shoot. In fact Scott Kekby says it's his favorite mode for walking around town looking for those spontanious candid shots. Hope this helps.
Apr 23, 2012 17:39:49 #
Apr 23, 2012 18:26:17 #
Roger Hicks
Loc: Aquitaine
Keep the backgrounds simple.
Concentrate on iconic aspects, e.g a photo of the Stars and Stripes reflected in a rear-view mirror.
Remember that not all Harley riders are motorcyclists. Some are so in love with their self-image that they forget what actually riding the things is about.
Remember that not all motorcyclists are Harley riders. I've been riding for 45 years, only about a month of which was on a Harley.
Cheers,
R.
Concentrate on iconic aspects, e.g a photo of the Stars and Stripes reflected in a rear-view mirror.
Remember that not all Harley riders are motorcyclists. Some are so in love with their self-image that they forget what actually riding the things is about.
Remember that not all motorcyclists are Harley riders. I've been riding for 45 years, only about a month of which was on a Harley.
Cheers,
R.
Apr 23, 2012 20:53:30 #
I ride a Honda Goldwing. No noise and no vibration. And you can take a picture of it any time. :-D
Erv
Erv
Apr 23, 2012 22:40:18 #
Erv wrote:
I ride a Honda Goldwing. No noise and no vibration. And you can take a picture of it any time. :-D
Erv
Erv
I used to ride a nice '95 Wing.
Apr 23, 2012 22:45:14 #
I ride whatever I can find or own.
But never touch a bike, just like art.
If the owner is there, ask permission. They love polite people.
Respect.
If they or their women will pose with the bike even better.
Forget about model releases.
Close ups of details and engines can be nice.
Watch out for your shadow.
Shoot some from very low angles, it is an angle we never see standing up. Magazines shoot low all the time.
Use common sense, if the situation looks hinky, walk away.
But never touch a bike, just like art.
If the owner is there, ask permission. They love polite people.
Respect.
If they or their women will pose with the bike even better.
Forget about model releases.
Close ups of details and engines can be nice.
Watch out for your shadow.
Shoot some from very low angles, it is an angle we never see standing up. Magazines shoot low all the time.
Use common sense, if the situation looks hinky, walk away.
Apr 23, 2012 23:39:50 #
Be certain that you're not in every picture showing your smile reflectively! It seems like every year when we have our Route 66 Parade I see more and more kids taking pictures and then later wondering how they got themselves into the pictures. So, the first class after the parade usually involves going over all the parade rules AGAIN! Then we have to do it again during Christmas vacation, before the Tournament of Roses Parade on New Year's Day.
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Apr 24, 2012 01:17:08 #
Apr 24, 2012 01:40:53 #
Most bikers are not "bad mamajammers" (Geico Gecko) and are thrilled to have shots taken, especially if bikes are custom. If they're willing, get e-mail address and send copies.
In Old Sacramento, I wanted shots of two bikes (one old Indian). Ended up shooting about a dozen bikes at owners' requests and passed up offers of about twenty beers. Turned out thse "rough riders" were Army Vets from late sixties. Three hours of war stories and some good shots. Count included a lawyer, two doctors, and a bunch of retired cops and firefighters; only one bad seed, a lobbyist!
In Old Sacramento, I wanted shots of two bikes (one old Indian). Ended up shooting about a dozen bikes at owners' requests and passed up offers of about twenty beers. Turned out thse "rough riders" were Army Vets from late sixties. Three hours of war stories and some good shots. Count included a lawyer, two doctors, and a bunch of retired cops and firefighters; only one bad seed, a lobbyist!
Apr 24, 2012 01:43:01 #
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