I Used to Fly

[Mad Aussie]

This prop sits on a post outside the Qld air museum

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3242/5714862597_4f1f36e26b_o.jpg

[Wicked Dark]

yep, it sure doesn't. cleanest. propeller. ever.
I like the quality of light. nice.

[Mad Aussie]

Thanks WD. It was very bright mid-morning light but that's what drew me to this composition. I liked the way the top edge of the centre cone was reflecting the sun.

[Wicked Dark]

shiny stuff in the sun is a challenge...you definitely rose to it.

[Mad Aussie]

shiny stuff in the sun is a challenge...you definitely rose to it.
Thank you ... I like rising to the occasion :)

[Wicked Dark]

and I'm sure your wife does, too.

am I crowding you here in the gutter? Sorry. :D

[Mad Aussie]

and I'm sure your wife does, too.

am I crowding you here in the gutter? Sorry. :D
Oh not at all ... I'm quite comfy here in the filth ;)

[Bambi]

and I'm sure your wife does, too.

am I crowding you here in the gutter? Sorry. :D


Oh not at all ... I'm quite comfy here in the filth ;)
:rolleyes:
nothing like shiny propellers to lead to innuendos!

but back to the topic at hand, it's a nifty picture.

[Mad Aussie]

:rolleyes:
nothing like shiny propellers to lead to innuendos!

but back to the topic at hand, it's a nifty picture.
Nifty's a good thing right?? :)

[Hillbillygirl]

Love the lighting, and the reflections really work here MA. Nicely done.

[Matt K.]

Excellent shot! Composition is striking, it's sharp as can be, has super reflections and shooting chrome is a tough job in the first place. Great execution!:clap::clap:

[Bambi]

Nifty's a good thing right?? :)

of course ;)


nif·ty   
[nif-tee] Show IPA
adjective, -ti·er, -ti·est, noun, plural -ties. Informal .
–adjective
1.
attractively stylish or smart: a nifty new dress for Easter.
2.
very good; fine; excellent: a nifty idea.
3.
substantial; sizable: We sold the car for a nifty profit.

[Mad Aussie]

Thanks Bambi, Matt and HBG :)

[Iguanasan]

I'm liking it too. What I can't quite figure out is the angle here. I am expecting to see you in the reflection but you're not there!

[Mad Aussie]

I'm liking it too. What I can't quite figure out is the angle here. I am expecting to see you in the reflection but you're not there!
Zoom lens. I am in there I think but not recognisable.

[edG]

well made

[Marko]

I like the comp here as well!

[Mad Aussie]

Thanks guys

[casil403]

Great shot MA...bet it looks killer good in BW as well. Either way, frame it, hang it. :)

[thoughton]

Almost a soft focus effect, nice one. Nice OOF area too.

[Mad Aussie]

Thank you both :)

[asnow]

I really like the perspective in capturing this prop. Also nice job in handling the harsh light.

[Mad Aussie]

Thanks asnow :)

[Michaelaw]

Very cool shot MA:thumbup:

[Mad Aussie]

Cheers Maw :)