That's a curious set up! What configuration is that? I think I can see a big converted bass drum on the right?
What's the hole for? Sandwiches?
Oh I'm so unbelievably jealous of that Prolite ????I have to take 20 pictures to get like 1 or two good ones. My camera is awful. TheseView attachment 94208 came out OK I guess. View attachment 94207
Thanks. They're really nice drums. I doubt I'll ever sell them.Oh I'm so unbelievably jealous of that Prolite ????
I always used to make the band stop when we'd pass a really cool spot so I could snag a pic or two when I first got my kit.
I'll be doing it again with the new Gretsch haha - but I'm waiting for the bass drum head art to finish up.
I think it's my shaky hands more than my camera or my eye.For those who are taking several shots before they have a keeper or anyone who think they need the latest expensive gear...
Consider these two points:
1) “Twelve significant photographs in any one year is a good crop.” – Ansel Adams
2) National Geographic has filled thousands of pages over the years with incredible photos taken by photographers using equipment that's inferior to most of ours. What makes those shots stand out is that the shooters all have a well-developed eye and really good technique.
If not convinced, go look at some copies laying around from 10-20 years ago.
All of it shot on what are now considered to be outdated models. There's some amazing stuff shot on 5Mp and 10MP DX bodies, proving the camera isn't anywhere near as important as a good eye and polished technique.
I think it's my shaky hands more than my camera or my eye.
UFIP Ximbau GrandeOooooooooh, nice wall of snares! @singleflammedmill what's that interesting looking UFIP "half cymbal" at the back there? :O
For those who are taking several shots before they have a keeper or anyone who think they need the latest expensive gear...
Consider these two points:
1) “Twelve significant photographs in any one year is a good crop.” – Ansel Adams
2) National Geographic has filled thousands of pages over the years with incredible photos taken by photographers using equipment that's inferior to most of ours. What makes those shots stand out is that the shooters all have a well-developed eye and really good technique.
If not convinced, go look at some copies laying around from 10-20 years ago.
All of it shot on what are now considered to be outdated models. There's some amazing stuff shot on 5Mp and 10MP DX bodies, proving the camera isn't anywhere near as important as a good eye and polished technique.
I wish I had more time to dedicate to studying the art of photography, alas the drum room keeps calling my name. Music is such a jealous woman at times...
For good reason, that background is epic What's the new Gretsch?
A set of Brooklyns with a bronze snare.
That's awesome. I always wanted to do that, but we never seemed to have enough time.I always used to make the band stop when we'd pass a really cool spot so I could snag a pic or two when I first got my kit.
Using available light in spare room of a Sonor Prolite snare and Birch Infinite kit.
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Natural light for me.Using available light in spare room of a Sonor Prolite snare and Birch Infinite kit.
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While natural light can be beautiful, it’s also fickle. Available light is the next choice and includes lamps, candles and the moon. My old studio had a large, north-facing 15’x15’ window that I covered with a sheer white material. It was great for that “northern light” look.Natural light for me.
Me. Because I’d never seen hoar frost in such abundant form. (Hoar frost is made when it’s foggy and the air temperature drops below freezing, causing the moisture to freeze & crystallize on everything.)...who would possibly leave a toasty bed on a cold dark morning to go stand out in the snow with a tripod...