I've been going to Dickens on the Strand almost every year for about the past 20 years. And for the last three years I've been taking impromptu portraits, much like we do at the Texas Renaissance Festival. Larry Patrick told me before we went this year he wanted to do something different. Enter Airship Isabella and the steampunk crew that were at this year's festival. Hard to describe these folks ... alternative, futuristic ... definitely colorful. We seemed to be drawn to them. Maybe it was their colorful outfits, maybe it was their interesting accessories, or maybe it was because their corner of Dickens on the Strand was in such nice light the entire day. Above is Amarante Leroux, who worked in the Airship Isabella booth on Saturday. Larry posted a photo of her today on his blog (link). Interesting how we both came away with such different shots, yet there is something in common -- natural light and more of a candid pose. Looking back at all my shots from the day, I seemed intent on turning my camera 45 degrees for some really unusual angles. A different Dickens for sure. Nikon D200, 140mm, f/3.5, 1/320 sec, +.7 EV; texture and edge added in Photoshop.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
A Different Dickens #1
I've been going to Dickens on the Strand almost every year for about the past 20 years. And for the last three years I've been taking impromptu portraits, much like we do at the Texas Renaissance Festival. Larry Patrick told me before we went this year he wanted to do something different. Enter Airship Isabella and the steampunk crew that were at this year's festival. Hard to describe these folks ... alternative, futuristic ... definitely colorful. We seemed to be drawn to them. Maybe it was their colorful outfits, maybe it was their interesting accessories, or maybe it was because their corner of Dickens on the Strand was in such nice light the entire day. Above is Amarante Leroux, who worked in the Airship Isabella booth on Saturday. Larry posted a photo of her today on his blog (link). Interesting how we both came away with such different shots, yet there is something in common -- natural light and more of a candid pose. Looking back at all my shots from the day, I seemed intent on turning my camera 45 degrees for some really unusual angles. A different Dickens for sure. Nikon D200, 140mm, f/3.5, 1/320 sec, +.7 EV; texture and edge added in Photoshop.
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Really nice portrait with a little different twist to it--even without the boarder treatment. I did not realize that she had such a nice smile. You did a good job capturing that smile.
ReplyDeleteI left a comment on Larry's post that I would like to see all of her face, and here she is! She certainly is an interesting and beautiful subject but seeing all of her doesn't really help me understand that hat! I like the colors harmonizing in this portrait and that textured border too ---- great light, interesting subject, wonderful background.
ReplyDeleteNice storyline Steve. We were all pretty mesmerized by this group. They were so unique to watch. the crowds seemed to think so too, as they had brisk business all day while we were there.
ReplyDeleteThe light was great in the open shade where they were set up. The light colored buildings that surrounded that area bounced a lot of nice light into their faces. Great job on this candid portrait. You captured her look very well.
Wow, you guys took really great shots! Hopefully, I'll make it to Dickens some year.
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