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PostPosted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 9:30 am    Post subject: Silver Band Reply with quote
Taken yesterday. Lenses was the Tamrom SP 35-210
RAW files with PP.


for those who don't already know the Tamron SP 35-210mm is a very versatile lens. Maybe a bit big for some tastes but IMO it produces great results for full details of lens see
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Last edited by Rob Leslie on Fri Jun 27, 2008 11:15 pm; edited 1 time in total


PostPosted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 10:15 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
Thought I'd just poke my nose in and say thanks for these pics Rob. While you were taking them I was busy playing with my band at Marlow Regatta. I play a euphonium, like the man in your second pic (my instrument is a lot cleaner and shinier than his though! Smile)

Obviously I hardly ever get a chance to take any decent pics of the band while I'm playing, but when I've tried I found it's a really difficult subject. The way a band is arranged on the platform, huddled round the conductor, all facing towards the centre and hiding behind their music stands, means you can't get a decent group shot, and you can't get in amongst them to take close-ups, apart from the back of peoples' heads. Compare this to a choir, with everyone facing the same way. So I think your shots of the band in action are really well done. I saw you climbed up on the railing, I bet they loved you!

I don't know the Tamron 35-210, I tend to shy away from large range zooms, but I can see it would be very useful on an occasion like this.


PostPosted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 5:04 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Thanks for the comment. I found the band to be a great subject.
When performing on a bandstand you get shots from any angle, much easier than a stage.
I took a lot more photos, which may show the full versatility of a zoom like the 35-210.
I did speak to the band and its leader before they started their performance and asked if they minded me taking the photos and also mentioned I may do my silly trick.
I would not have been so impolite to do it without their consent.
Ask and explain yourself and people are always very nice and cooperative.


PostPosted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 5:14 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Look like you had a nice day. The faces reflecting in the instruments looks interesting to me Smile

A dream of mine is to photograph an opera-performence! I think that would be fantastic.


PostPosted: Wed Jun 25, 2008 7:05 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Prometheus wrote:
Look like you had a nice day. The faces reflecting in the instruments looks interesting to me Smile

A dream of mine is to photograph an opera-performence! I think that would be fantastic.


Yes I agree but better to photograph the dress rehearsal and also the preparations.
I have been lucky to have done a few theatre projects. All the people, technicians etc and not just the players are always very helpful and enjoy having a photographer with them.
You should try approaching your local theatre company, an amateur one is a good start and should present you with loads of opportunities for great shots.
Your local theatre is also a good source of Gels for your flash units.
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