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Comment on Nakamise Dori by Will

Will — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 02:27:03 +0000

Really nice sense of depth in this shot, it gives a really good insight into what Nakamise dori is really like. Asakusa is one of my favourite places in Tokyo, so much packed into that old part of time.

Comment on Under Umbrellas by Rob

Rob — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 22:06:23 +0000

No worries Will, it’s all good. I didn’t think you were harsh at all, and I appreciate your feedback. We’re all entitled to our own opinions and constructive feedback never hurt anyone, in fact, it probably helps make us better! Thanks for visiting and taking the time to comment!

Comment on Under Umbrellas by Will

Will — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 06:14:57 +0000

Yes Rob, you are right, photography should be about fun and experimentation. When I started out using film I did things like cross processing and dipping negatives in corrosive chemicals to make what I thought was interesting images, then I would have editors tell me it was unusable shit, so I guess ai got into the way of thinking too much about “usable” images rather than interesting techniques. Apologies if I come over a bit harsh sometimes, also hope I didn’t cause offense with my statements about f 1.8 50mm lenses, as you said, they are sharp and very light which is a big plus considering the cost of them.

Comment on Under Umbrellas by Rob

Rob — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 22:52:09 +0000

Thanks Faisal

Comment on Under Umbrellas by faisal

faisal — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:38:12 +0000

this is a fun little number. i like the play with selective colours.

Comment on Great Buddha of Kamakura by Rob

Rob — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:10:57 +0000

Thanks! I really enjoyed Japan, it’s a very photogenic country. If only I had more time there…
There’s still more to come, I keep finding more keepers!

Comment on Under Umbrellas by Rob

Rob — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:01:39 +0000

Thanks Will. I am not a fan of selective colour typically, but in this case the reds really stood out and the other colours just added complexity so I figured I’d give it a try. And besides, what is photography without a little experimentation, eh?

Comment on Great Buddha of Kamakura by Will

Will — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:42:19 +0000

Really nice shot showing the scale of the Daibutsu, glad you made the malt of your trip here and traveled about a lot. Kamakura is my favourite spot for a day out from Tokyo, I blogged about it a few months back as well. Great place. I am really enjoying your Japan series.

Comment on Tokyo & Mount Fuji by Will

Will — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:37:50 +0000

So that’s the location, something to think about for next winter. From now on Mt. Fuji will be covered with cloud for most of the year. Thanks for sharing.

Comment on Under Umbrellas by Will

Will — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:33:03 +0000

Really nice shot of Shinjuku in the rain. It’s very atmospheric. Your edit leaving some aspects of the photo in red makes certain elements stand out, but you already have a good shot so don’t be afraid to leave it as colour only or B&W only. The people with the umbrellas, the bicycles by the side of the street, the reflection on the wet street, a powerful image in itself without the tweeks of an edit.

Comment on Tokyo & Mount Fuji by Rob

Rob — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:09:42 +0000

Thanks Will and Fusao. I found the location of the secret shot from Wikipedia. It's the Bunkyo civic centre.

Comment on Shinjuku at Night by Will

Will — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 13:49:50 +0000

I know this spot well, great place for a night shot of downtown Shinjuku. There is another one out from the the North West side of the station along Shinjuku Dori, but that bridge shakes a lot with the traffic rumbling by. However, it does give a good view of the road traffic and the trains.

Btw, from the spot you took this pic from, I have one from the opposite direction on a blog about long exposures from a month or so back…I think.

Comment on Tokyo & Mount Fuji by Will

Will — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 13:37:55 +0000

Brilliant shot. I’ve been living in Tokyo for nine years now and haven’t seen Mt. Fuji so clearly across Tokyo like this before. Winter is the best season for it I guess. Maybe I missed the good days when I was over in Seoul.

Intrigued about your not so secret secret location as well…will have to do some internet research myself.

Cheers

Will

Comment on Tokyo & Mount Fuji by Fusao

Fusao — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 11:46:05 +0000

It’s wonderful!

Comment on Shinjuku by Frida

Frida — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:29:57 +0000

Really cool building very futuristic.

Comment on Tokyo Scramble by Rob

Rob — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:11:10 +0000

It’s even more confusing if you’re not used to driving on the left!

Comment on Tokyo Scramble by Frida

Frida — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:45:45 +0000

But in Tokyo with a camera you must almost be in disguise *lol* I would know witch way to turn in that intersection

Comment on Reflections of Tokyo by Frida

Frida — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:31:58 +0000

A beautiful mix of old and new. Gorgeous reflections in the calm blue water.

Comment on Traditional Korean Warrior by Frida

Frida — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:50:25 +0000

Looking so proud. Well captured with great colors.

Comment on South Korean Tomb Hills by Frida

Frida — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 22:05:20 +0000

Beautiful composition with warm earthy color tones.