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Griffter · 07-01-2012, 01:25 PM

Tried HDR

FLINTSTONESKID · 07-01-2012, 11:08 PM

nice pan shots dan, i esp like that second one with the driver.

griffter, what program are you using to merge/process your HDRs? the one above is a bit overbaked and washed out. personally im not a fan of HDR on cars. it definitely has a place and its a tool, just like a lens or a filter, but its all in how you use them. i use HDR on shots that i want to look gritty and surreal, things that i dont necessarily want to look natural. its also all about how you shoot HDR. if i want a more realistic looking image, i will use something like 5 shots at 1/2 stops between shots, whereas if i want something to look crazy and surreal, ill use 9 shots at one full stop between shots. i started using Photomatix but as i got into it a bit, i noticed that the HDR images that it processed were more global in adjustments, meaning that they were a bit overprocessed in all areas without much ability to effect certain portions of the image. i found a program called HDR Photosuite which works in a way more precise manner. it really takes alot of adjustment to get something to look over processed. sure its not as drastic, but to me, that is the attraction.

FLINTSTONESKID · 07-01-2012, 11:14 PM

sorry for having posted this again, i know i had posted it previously.

griffter, this is the kind of stuff that i personally like to use HDR for.............

Griffter · 07-01-2012, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by FLINTSTONESKID

nice pan shots dan, i esp like that second one with the driver.

griffter, what program are you using to merge/process your HDRs? the one above is a bit overbaked and washed out. personally im not a fan of HDR on cars. it definitely has a place and its a tool, just like a lens or a filter, but its all in how you use them. i use HDR on shots that i want to look gritty and surreal, things that i dont necessarily want to look natural. its also all about how you shoot HDR. if i want a more realistic looking image, i will use something like 5 shots at 1/2 stops between shots, whereas if i want something to look crazy and surreal, ill use 9 shots at one full stop between shots. i started using Photomatix but as i got into it a bit, i noticed that the HDR images that it processed were more global in adjustments, meaning that they were a bit overprocessed in all areas without much ability to effect certain portions of the image. i found a program called HDR Photosuite which works in a way more precise manner. it really takes alot of adjustment to get something to look over processed. sure its not as drastic, but to me, that is the attraction.

Great advice. Thanks! I like that photo up there.

As for your questions, I used Photomatix essentials trial version. My camera had Auto exposure bracketing which I used. They were one stops apart (-1, 0, +1). I guess I'll try what you said, 5 shots 1/2 steps apart manually. I'll also check out that software that you mentioned. I'm just starting out in photography and my usual subject is my car lol. Any tips and comments will always be appreciated.

95legenddriver · 07-02-2012, 08:30 AM

ok that much HDR just gives me a headache

Blue_gsx23 · 07-02-2012, 09:41 AM

Captured this S2000 wrecking at summer slam this weekend.

04BlueSRT4 · 07-02-2012, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by FLINTSTONESKID

Love this shot!

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Originally Posted by FLINTSTONESKID

It looks like Eastern State

A new one I shot the other morning.

FLINTSTONESKID · 07-02-2012, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Griffter

Great advice. Thanks! I like that photo up there.

As for your questions, I used Photomatix essentials trial version. My camera had Auto exposure bracketing which I used. They were one stops apart (-1, 0, +1). I guess I'll try what you said, 5 shots 1/2 steps apart manually. I'll also check out that software that you mentioned. I'm just starting out in photography and my usual subject is my car lol. Any tips and comments will always be appreciated.

sure man, if there is something else you need help with or have specific questions, feel free to email me directly and ill help with what i can. good luck, and remember, at the end of the day, shoot what you like, how you like, and if you like it, that is all that matters! BAMBAML19@AOL.COM

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Originally Posted by 95legenddriver

ok that much HDR just gives me a headache

its not a shot for everyone, it is better larger sized though.

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Originally Posted by 04BlueSRT4

Love this shot!

It looks like Eastern State

thank you sir, and yes, that is eastern state.

on another note, its funny how things work. those two spiral staircase photos were only taken because i was actually photographing some of my actual canvas prints being manufactured for my new web site. the building is an art gallery in one part and an apartment building in another. i just happened to see the stairs and take some snaps of it. well the owner of the art gallery and building, who is a world recognized artist herself, saw the black and white one and liked it, so i showed her the other one and she bought them both on the spot! it was def the quickest that i have ever taken an image and sold it!

Blue_gsx23 · 07-02-2012, 08:35 PM

Blue_gsx23 · 07-02-2012, 10:20 PM

04BlueSRT4 · 07-03-2012, 07:48 AM

^^ Some very Cool shots. well done

Here is a HDR pic I was working on yesterday night. Tried something alittle different

Sublime1304 · 07-05-2012, 11:27 PM

Some shots of the fireworks from last night. My first attempt ever.

DSC_8240 by Mike Burns Photography, on Flickr

DSC_8241 by Mike Burns Photography, on Flickr

DSC_8256 by Mike Burns Photography, on Flickr

NowThatsG · 07-05-2012, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by DV2000NJ

C5 Corvette at Island Dragway by Dan Valanzola, on Flickr

the front looks like jpalamar's vette at stock ride hight.

and what's with the warm "hazy" look you add to all your photo? it works with some, but not with all.

Blue_gsx23 · 07-07-2012, 12:56 AM

mg23 · 07-07-2012, 12:05 PM

nice shots gsx they look amazing

djb5118 · 07-08-2012, 01:24 AM

Hi guyz

95legenddriver · 07-08-2012, 10:12 PM

there are some great shots on this page!

taerae86 · 07-09-2012, 08:36 AM

Central PA 4th Fest 2012

moar --> J.T. Photo Designs :: 4th Fest

04BlueSRT4 · 07-09-2012, 04:05 PM

A few new pics from the weekend

Elliott18t · 07-10-2012, 01:49 AM

DSC05659 by Elliott1227, on Flickr

DSC05670 by Elliott1227, on Flickr

sorry if the shots are a bit meh... it was really bright but very cloudy day.

07-01-2012, 11:08 PM	#9482
FLINTSTONESKID Tri-State Addict Join Date: May 2010 Location: Reading, Pa Member #16387 iTrader: (0)	nice pan shots dan, i esp like that second one with the driver. griffter, what program are you using to merge/process your HDRs? the one above is a bit overbaked and washed out. personally im not a fan of HDR on cars. it definitely has a place and its a tool, just like a lens or a filter, but its all in how you use them. i use HDR on shots that i want to look gritty and surreal, things that i dont necessarily want to look natural. its also all about how you shoot HDR. if i want a more realistic looking image, i will use something like 5 shots at 1/2 stops between shots, whereas if i want something to look crazy and surreal, ill use 9 shots at one full stop between shots. i started using Photomatix but as i got into it a bit, i noticed that the HDR images that it processed were more global in adjustments, meaning that they were a bit overprocessed in all areas without much ability to effect certain portions of the image. i found a program called HDR Photosuite which works in a way more precise manner. it really takes alot of adjustment to get something to look over processed. sure its not as drastic, but to me, that is the attraction. __________________ Angry Beard Photo To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

07-01-2012, 11:14 PM	#9483
FLINTSTONESKID Tri-State Addict Join Date: May 2010 Location: Reading, Pa Member #16387 iTrader: (0)	sorry for having posted this again, i know i had posted it previously. griffter, this is the kind of stuff that i personally like to use HDR for............. __________________ Angry Beard Photo To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

07-02-2012, 08:30 AM	#9485
95legenddriver Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Chester Springs, State College Member #2042 My Ride: '95 Acura Legend SE, '06 Honda S2000 LBP iTrader: (1)	ok that much HDR just gives me a headache __________________ - Rich To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

07-03-2012, 07:48 AM	#9491
04BlueSRT4 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: R'Lyeh Member #1543 My Ride: Figure It Out iTrader: (0)	^^ Some very Cool shots. well done Here is a HDR pic I was working on yesterday night. Tried something alittle different __________________ Sent From My Computer Using A Keyboard To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

07-05-2012, 11:27 PM	#9492
Sublime1304 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ivyland, PA Member #15678 My Ride: MK5 TDI Cup Edition Jetta, MK5 GLI iTrader: (1)	Some shots of the fireworks from last night. My first attempt ever. DSC_8240 by Mike Burns Photography, on Flickr DSC_8241 by Mike Burns Photography, on Flickr DSC_8256 by Mike Burns Photography, on Flickr __________________ Mike Burns - '10 TDI Cup Edition Jetta Photographer: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. , To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. IG: @mike_perfectstance

07-01-2012, 01:25 PM	#9481
Griffter Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Philadelphia Member #21457 My Ride: 01 Eclipse GT iTrader: (2)	Tried HDR

07-02-2012, 09:41 AM	#9486
Blue_gsx23 Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jul 2008 Member #8278 iTrader: (1)	Captured this S2000 wrecking at summer slam this weekend.

07-02-2012, 08:35 PM	#9489
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07-02-2012, 10:20 PM	#9490
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07-07-2012, 12:05 PM	#9495
mg23 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Philadelphia Member #6216 My Ride: 2008 Nissan 350z iTrader: (1)	nice shots gsx they look amazing

07-08-2012, 01:24 AM	#9496
djb5118 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Seattle, WA Member #5884 My Ride: SC300 iTrader: (0)	Hi guyz __________________ Live with Passion.

07-08-2012, 10:12 PM	#9497
95legenddriver Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Chester Springs, State College Member #2042 My Ride: '95 Acura Legend SE, '06 Honda S2000 LBP iTrader: (1)	there are some great shots on this page! __________________ - Rich To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

07-09-2012, 08:36 AM	#9498
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07-09-2012, 04:05 PM	#9499
04BlueSRT4 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: R'Lyeh Member #1543 My Ride: Figure It Out iTrader: (0)	A few new pics from the weekend __________________ Sent From My Computer Using A Keyboard To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

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