I try to get the photo right in camera, but sometimes it isn’t possible. This isn’t the best photo, but it is an historical account of an incident in Santa Monica. This photo is an extreme case as the super bright white wall and the firemen in the shadows are about five stops difference. IContinue reading “When Dynamic Range Is Nice”
Author Archives: Chris Athanasiadis
Five Frames From January
You know GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) is bad, a symptom of consumerism. I’m envious of people who do not suffer from this disease. I have a Leica Q2 Monochrom and I’m somehow doubting it. Not because of it quality, but because it’s “not fun.” I mean it’s a pretty lame excuse. The camera is awesome.Continue reading “Five Frames From January”
My High Contrast Black and White Look
I’ve been experimenting with a high contrast look. Some days I like a lower contrast look, and others I like a high contrast look. That’s the beauty of shooting in raw. Maybe the following photos look a bit like pushed Kodak Tri-X 400. For some photos, this probably wouldn’t look the best, but I likeContinue reading “My High Contrast Black and White Look”
The Best Way To Lose Weight
Biking makes your feel so good. I’m fortunate to live in a place with so many bike lanes. This is from a bike ride earlier. It’s estimated to lose one pound, you need to burn 3,500 calories. You could do nothing to change your diet, still eat all the crap you know you shouldn’t eatContinue reading “The Best Way To Lose Weight”
Blogging Is A Good Release
I get more satisfaction writing a short blog or sharing a photo story on here than getting likes on my IG or YouTube account..even though very few people read these. The blog isn’t about reach, but about letting your thoughts and ideas flow. It’s therapeutic.
When Life Is Good
Ya know we are all pretty lucky to live in the USA. Its not perfect as no country is but there’s so much opportunity here to advance your life. This life is what we make of it. This weekend, my better half and me went on an amazing seven mile hike in Malibu. Went onContinue reading “When Life Is Good”
Good Things Come In Pairs
As long as I’ve been walking around this cliff side park, I don’t ever think I’ve seen two people sitting on each bench. As luck would have it, another pair of people walked into the frame and into the light. Blessing their face with a splash of light. I had to lay flat on myContinue reading “Good Things Come In Pairs”
15 Frames From Cinco de Mayo
I attended the Cinco de Mayo parade and festival in Venice Beach today. My first time since living in Los Angeles. It was better than expected and I’m happy with the photos. It was a nice sunny day but the sun was harsh. I processed these photos to give them an Ilford HP5 Plus lookContinue reading “15 Frames From Cinco de Mayo”
iPhone Photography Is Intriguing
I’d love to shoot street photography with an iPhone. I tried it briefly last year with my basic iPhone SE. I liked the results but the ergonomics bothered me. It’s nice to have a camera that feels good in my hand and is always ready to go. My Leica M8 is the best for this.Continue reading “iPhone Photography Is Intriguing”
Process Your Photos In Silver Efex Pro
Silver Efex Pro is the best for black and white photography. It’s easy to use and gives me many different looks. I’m sure I could get similar looks in Lightroom fiddling forever but why bother. I usually spend about one minute per photo, sometimes less and I’m done. I’d love to shoot JPEG only butContinue reading “Process Your Photos In Silver Efex Pro”
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