On Aviation and Photography:
"You haven't seen a tree until you've seen its shadow from the sky." -- Amelia Earhart
“You don't take a photograph, you make it.” - - Ansel Adams
UPDATED: September 19, 2010
Hi, My name is Bill and I am updating my homepage to reflect a wonderful event in my life...marriage, September 18, 2010, to my best friend Tara...known to many of you as auntietk here on Renderosity.
We "met" shortly after I joined Renderosity in August 2008. We share a love for photography and indeed all types of art.
We live north of Seattle and enjoy getting to share photographic excursions and information with other Renderositians ( is "Renderositians" even a word? ). LOL
As for me, it seems like I've been taking pictures all my life but I didn't get serious enough to purchase my first Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) camera until May 2008. In May 2009 I upgraded from an Olympus E-510 to an Olympus E-30 with a wide variety of lenses.
My subject areas of interest include absolutely everything but with a frequent return to airplanes, cars, tanks, etc., ...or as Tara says, machines that make lots of noise;-)
If you are curious, I am pictured above in a Grumman Corsair on a taxiway of the Kansas City Downtown Airport. I used to fly and train others to fly airplanes. That will explain my frequent forays into the world of aviation. Last but by no means least, thanks to Pannyhb for introducing me to Renderosity. The moment I saw it I was hooked.
Fine print: Yes, the photo above is a photo manipulation:-)
Comments (28)
whaleman
It got you a nice shot Bill. I'm thinking of changing to Canon but my pick is the 5D MKIII. For video use it will do continuous auto focus, but the 6D cannot, and there are some other differences as well.
jayfar
Very serene and calming Bill.
alanwilliams
a very soothing sea scene, try saying that with someone elses teeth.
kgb224
Superb capture Bill. God Bless.
FredNunes
Aptly titled. Great photo.
durleybeachbum
Marvellous composition and a lovely light.
morningglory
What a lovely shot....I feel like I am there.
Faemike55
Fantastic photo Bill
EJD64
I like this photo Bill. Very clear and the composition is great. Hope you find the new camera before your trip.
jendellas
Its a very calming pic!! I see from the comment above, WE might be going on holiday soon, goodo :o) xx
kenmo
Interesting photo and pov...
debbielove
So, this may be the new beast huh? It takes a nice shot Bill thats for sure... A very calming and serene photo.. Rob
Dreamingbee
oh this is sooo wonderful photo !
Meisiekind
Really lovely image Bill. Good luck with the choice of new hardware! :) I know this place and miss it and you guys!!!
bobrgallegos
Wonderful capture Bill!! I can here the relaxing sound of waves crashing from here.
Jay-el-Jay
A terrific shot of this pensive view.
helanker
What a beautiful and tranquil place to take a pretty shot with your new camera :) Congratulations and may it serve you beautifully as now.
Blush
Great pic Hugs Susan~
jocko500
very wonderful
goodoleboy
Beautiful contrast and mood effects in what looks like a 16:9 aspect ratio capture, Bill. By potential new camera I assume you mean this is a trial run before deciding to purchase it. Good luck with that.
flavia49
marvelous picture
lyron
Wonderful image. Great shot!!
auntietk
I love the straight line against the curve of the wave and the beach. It's the wave that draws me in, but the picture wouldn't be what it is without that contrasting edge. Superb image!
X-PaX
Very nice capture.
junge1
You captured the calmness of the Sound perfectly Bill!
MrsRatbag
Oh, nice work, Bill; what do you think of the camera? This shot is marvelous if that's any indication...
RodS
A wonderful capture, Bill! Very calm and tranquil - a beautiful shot! Hope you get that nice new Canon - I've been shooting with Canons for years!
tennesseecowgirl
Well done.