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Title: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 23, 2015, 13:17:59
Going through my hard drive full of photos I stumbled upon this minimalist photo I took in Cres, Croatia back in 2010.

Show me how you see minimalism! :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Viv on October 23, 2015, 13:19:00
Love it. Mykind of photo.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on October 23, 2015, 14:53:44
Great one Jakov.

I have my black cat, but that is an easy one ;)

Found this in the archives. Perhaps too much expressionism to be regarded as minimalism.?


EDIT - image
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 23, 2015, 15:03:52
thanks Viv and John!

John, yours would be more minimalist without the green leaves i guess...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on October 23, 2015, 16:07:54
Thanks Jakov, you are right. I made an 'EDIT'  ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Lars Hansen on October 24, 2015, 12:31:45
To me this is minimalistic - but maybe the subject isn't simple enough or contains too much detail.



Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Chimper on October 24, 2015, 13:59:53
Minimal parts of a flower from a morning stroll.
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Post by: rosko on October 26, 2015, 15:05:02
A contribution, hoping it's not to many details... ::) :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on October 26, 2015, 17:47:20
One from May this year:

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5645/21872984053_c0fbbb1112_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/zjQL7H)
Norddalshøgdi i kveldslys (https://flic.kr/p/zjQL7H) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr

One from August 2009:

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/751/21872983593_1bc22c9fc5_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/zjQKYM)
Liefdefjorden (https://flic.kr/p/zjQKYM) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 26, 2015, 18:41:31
All of the images shown are really great.
If you feel that they are minimalist, they are :)
Nobody can or has the right to judge!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 26, 2015, 18:43:22
From Montreal with love
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Post by: Anirban Halder on October 26, 2015, 18:57:33
Shot last week.. Somewhere on river Ganges.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on October 26, 2015, 19:24:05
Waves are infinite suppliers of minimalistic subjects.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on October 26, 2015, 20:05:01
tried to follow the night modus

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eddie Draaisma on October 26, 2015, 20:13:45
From the archive
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on October 26, 2015, 20:20:54
Some great images at display here.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on October 26, 2015, 20:58:36
browsing my flickr i thought of this one

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3801/11382310536_e5c72bc1e4_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on October 26, 2015, 22:46:28
Would a minimalist and unsharp image qualify here?
Trying macro with the V1 and a 19mm TV Heligon small enough to be hand held reversed inside the mount
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on October 26, 2015, 23:56:00
"Night waves" should be minimalistic enough, or so I hope. (Nikon D2X, 400/2.8 ED-IF AIS)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 27, 2015, 00:28:46
I am overwhelmed by the quality of the images here. And not only in this thread, there are many other threads that posses inspirational images. I am honored to be a member of a group of such amazing photographers!!!

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on October 27, 2015, 04:38:44
Part of a baroque guitar...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Gary on October 27, 2015, 05:50:51
(http://www.garyayala.com/Travel/Downtown-Disney/i-FPkmn2r/0/X2/2CBL5268B-X2.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on October 28, 2015, 20:43:36
A horizon
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7078/7142273831_46d7bd4bf0_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/bT92bg)
Horisont utanfor Magdalenefjorden (https://flic.kr/p/bT92bg) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr

Mountain peak over the sea.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7131/6996186794_31facf56f2_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/bEehAf)
Kongsfjorden (https://flic.kr/p/bEehAf) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on October 28, 2015, 21:38:42
Pigeons
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on October 29, 2015, 17:27:18
The less we see of the Lesser Celandine (Ranunculus ficaria), the more beautiful it becomes ... (Nikon D200, AF-Nikkor 35-105/3.5-4.5 D)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on October 29, 2015, 17:43:14
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8622/15570631984_858faa7f07_b.jpg)

wedding dress

Df 50/1.2
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Tom Hook on October 29, 2015, 20:21:00
Ringneck snake
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on October 29, 2015, 22:10:58
Not sure this can pass as minimalist and certainly not as great as many others already posted, but alas.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 29, 2015, 22:50:53
Hans, where on earth did you capture that? I love it!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on October 29, 2015, 22:52:37
Hans, where on earth did you capture that? I love it!

Thanks Jakov. Hehe, these are the skiteachers in See, Austria doing their weekly show. Shot with the d2h nonetheless. It reminded me quite a bit of a James Bond scene.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Chip Chipowski on October 30, 2015, 00:27:59
Totally James Bond!  I love the texture in this ski shot, Hans.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on October 30, 2015, 04:26:56
Great images as usual - wow

I was hoping someone would see this image and offer me a lot of money 

(you know... kind of like Andreas Gursky's Rhine II)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 30, 2015, 09:52:47
what's money when you have my <3
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Post by: rosko on October 30, 2015, 11:20:17
Elsa, you inspire me... ;)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on October 30, 2015, 11:29:47
what's money when you have my <3
good point...

rosko -  ;D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on October 30, 2015, 18:43:58
Totally James Bond!  I love the texture in this ski shot, Hans.

Thanks Chip, i appreciate that.

Great shot Elsa, if i would have a lot of money, i'd offer it  :) :) :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 30, 2015, 18:50:13
Belgrade Jazz Festival
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on October 30, 2015, 19:24:22
OOhhh ... Jakov. This is a strong one. Great use of negative space !!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Airy on October 30, 2015, 19:35:19
Apparently I'm not inclined to minimalist. This is the closest I came. OM-D, 40-150 (borrowed for testing, alas not mine) at 150mm
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Airy on October 30, 2015, 19:41:21
and that one. D800, 70-200 at 200, cropped. Same subject as mentioned by Björn, i.e. waves, but different circumstances. The river os never twice the same, not to mention the photographer.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on October 31, 2015, 00:27:06
thanks for the posted images - really cool !
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jan Anne on October 31, 2015, 14:11:59
Great topic, very enjoyable and inspirational.

Here's Erik hitchhiking up a glacier
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4043/4616135748_230b7ce82d_z.jpg)
D3s & 200/2VR + 1.7TC, Norway 2010
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on October 31, 2015, 14:50:01
Found one from our NG trip last Sept. This one is really minimalist, if not i don't know what is. Tunnel!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 31, 2015, 15:03:48
Jan Anne, I remember the gletcher day vividly as your masterpiece.
Speaking of minimalism, Hans kicked our ass when it comes to minimalism with his latest :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Airy on October 31, 2015, 16:11:57
Now, what about a monochrome ? painters sell these at high prices (ok, adding their signature)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on October 31, 2015, 17:54:51
Great topic, very enjoyable and inspirational.

Here's Erik hitchhiking up a glacier
D3s & 200/2VR + 1.7TC, Norway 2010
Jan - your photo is THE example of "very enjoyable and inspirational".
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: rosko on October 31, 2015, 18:29:06
Speaking of minimalism, Hans kicked our ass when it comes to minimalism with his latest :)

Definitely !

I would call it ''Landing on the sun''... :) 8)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 01, 2015, 09:45:20
Hiromi's piano.
Belgrade Jazz Festival.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Peter Connan on November 01, 2015, 10:14:56
Some really stunning photos here!

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on November 01, 2015, 11:51:07
Peter, all i  can  say is WOW!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Gary on November 01, 2015, 16:36:27
(http://www.garyayala.com/Events/WHS-Talent-Show-2015/i-t6jjg6n/0/O/_DSF3288.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 01, 2015, 18:52:36
In the Black Forest, Germany...

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Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 01, 2015, 19:02:14
Gary - great image!
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Post by: Gary on November 01, 2015, 20:19:28
Gary - great image!

Thanks Elsa.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on November 01, 2015, 20:27:44
Great images here !!

John, i remember who had to stop the car in a hurry for you to get this one  ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 01, 2015, 20:29:02
Hahaha      You are right, Hans ;)
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Post by: Bruno Schroder on November 01, 2015, 20:50:07
DNA unfolding in the sky
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Post by: Akira on November 01, 2015, 23:12:53
Bruno, well seen and titled!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eb on November 02, 2015, 02:24:28
Perhaps minimal, too much?  Macro of orchid detail.

(http://www.pbase.com/emueller/image/93592149/original.jpg)



Or this, also macro of Skunk Cabbage stalk.  I rarely do this type of thing, but it could be a fun project.

(http://www.pbase.com/emueller/image/95225806/original.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eb on November 02, 2015, 02:28:16
Part of a baroque guitar...
Very beautiful craftsmanship and well photographed, Akira!  Do you own this instrument?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eb on November 02, 2015, 02:45:18
Minimal in colour, too.  Both from long time ago and perhaps more creative a time with less equipment.


(http://www.pbase.com/emueller/image/63397673/original.jpg)





(http://www.pbase.com/emueller/image/67232716/original.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 02, 2015, 02:57:32
Very beautiful craftsmanship and well photographed, Akira!  Do you own this instrument?

Eb, your orchid closeup is simply exquisite!

Thanks for the comment on my image.  Baroque guitars are the most elaborately decorated European plucked instruments in the entire history.  Unfortunately this one is not mine, but I have a reproduction of a French guitar from 19th century made by the same luthier.  It is also very well made.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 02, 2015, 03:15:23
A test image with the "Enigma" lens on the D4S. My garden Forsythia provided the  test subject.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eb on November 02, 2015, 03:37:42
Eb, your orchid closeup is simply exquisite!

Thanks for the comment on my image.  Baroque guitars are the most elaborately decorated European plucked instruments in the entire history.  Unfortunately this one is not mine, but I have a reproduction of a French guitar from 19th century made by the same luthier.  It is also very well made.
You are fortunate, indeed, Akira, to have your fine 19th century reproduction instrument, by this maker!  I have had many classical guitars, I should have kept them, since they now are so much more expensive.  Among them were a Kohno #15 and a Sakurai #10.  Currently I am satisfied with two locally made custom instruments.  One is based on a Kohno plantilla, obviously derived from the Spanish and the other an English style (Romanillos) plan, based on his study of Hauser designs.  I try hard to play, but arthritis has caught up to me!   :(
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 02, 2015, 03:58:40
Mr. Sakurai is the best deciple of Kohno and is the head of Kohno guitars.  One of their fortes is that the tonewoods they work on are very well seasoned, and the guitars are very immune to the change of the climate, which make them one of the favorites among the guitarists traveling around the world.  I think Kohno and Romanillos (based on Hauser which is a far descendant of Torres) are two of the best designs of the modern classical guitars.

Sorry about your arthritis.  Actually, I figure one of the biggest problem among the modern classical guitar players is that the standard way of holding the guitar tend to cause tendonisis.  The way 19th century guitars were held was way more tender to the body.  Also, the 19th century guitars like La Cote, Panormo, Stauffer are much smaller, and their necks are more like today's electric guitars.  So, they are much more comfortable to handle, carry and store.  That's why I ended up with my copy.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 02, 2015, 03:59:52
A test image with the "Enigma" lens on the D4S. My garden Forsythia provided the  test subject.

Oh, c'mon!  Please tell us more about the enigma lens!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eb on November 02, 2015, 04:39:36
Mr. Sakurai is the best deciple of Kohno and is the head of Kohno guitars.  One of their fortes is that the tonewoods they work on are very well seasoned, and the guitars are very immune to the change of the climate, which make them one of the favorites among the guitarists traveling around the world.  I think Kohno and Romanillos (based on Hauser which is a far descendant of Torres) are two of the best designs of the modern classical guitars.

Sorry about your arthritis.  Actually, I figure one of the biggest problem among the modern classical guitar players is that the standard way of holding the guitar tend to cause tendonisis.  The way 19th century guitars were held was way more tender to the body.  Also, the 19th century guitars like La Cote, Panormo, Stauffer are much smaller, and their necks are more like today's electric guitars.  So, they are much more comfortable to handle, carry and store.  That's why I ended up with my copy.
Nice to go off topic and swap guitar stories.  Maybe a good idea to start a guitar images thread! 

Yes, I hear you on the difficult positions/ergonomics for playing modern classical guitars.  Typically, it is OK when you are younger.  I gave up on footstools and use the Barnett guitar support.  That helps, but at my age, nothing helps enough with arthritis/tendonitis/tunnel carpal/ etc. afflictions - too little, too late!  BTW, I once played a Panormo copy and nearly jumped out of my skin!  Had to have one, but couldn't justify or really afford one at that time.  So I am pleased you found yourself a guitar based on that period. 

My Romanillos copy is a compromise, smaller and lighter, but no where near a 19th century instrument, 'though!  You are right about the Kohno/Sakurai guitars, both very solid instruments, which survived without cracking in the dry prairie climate near Calgary and the wet Vancouver climate.  Both were made in the 1970s.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 02, 2015, 05:51:21
Eb, I could also go on forever talking about the gutars, but we'd better stop highjacking this beautiful thread started by Jakov!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 02, 2015, 05:54:01
I hope this image, originally posted not long ago, would resume the topic.  :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eb on November 02, 2015, 07:19:49
I hope this image, originally posted not long ago, would resume the topic.  :)
There are so many ways to achieve minimalism.  I believe it is exploration of the impact of simplicity, a meaningful glance, a single word, a single bar.  Perhaps, we strive for that in most of our photographs.


(http://www.pbase.com/emueller/image/123736777/original.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: rosko on November 02, 2015, 09:11:45
Great thread !

Inspiration, aestheticism and...culture are present here.

I love to hear everything about guitar, although I am a poor guitar player... :'(

 :)





Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on November 02, 2015, 09:11:53
There are so many ways to achieve minimalism.  I believe it is exploration of the impact of simplicity, a meaningful glance, a single word, a single bar.  Perhaps, we strive for that in most of our photographs.
True that! Your images are sheer pleasure for eyes. Thanks for sharing them, Eb.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 02, 2015, 09:20:21
Clearly, a topic for which there is an unlimited supply of photos. I have to add myself.

Water sprout and Fungi. (D2X, AF 200/4 Micro-Nikkor)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 02, 2015, 09:23:03
Next refinement and evolution of the very same scene as in the previous post. Camera standpoint moved a few cm to the left.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: pluton on November 02, 2015, 10:05:29
I hope this image, originally posted not long ago, would resume the topic.  :)
These type of light-tracing images are easy to make, but are rarely as interesting as this one.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 02, 2015, 11:05:21
These type of light-tracing images are easy to make, but are rarely as interesting as this one.

Keith, thanks for kind words.  The light source was a jet flying above where I live, and I used a 400mm lens on D7000.  So, the total inability to handhold the rig helped a lot.  :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 02, 2015, 11:14:56
Anything captured with my 50/0.75 Heligon will be "minimalistic" by design.

(http://www.fotozones.com/live/uploads/monthly_08_2013/post-15-0-02838400-1377294143.jpg)

(http://www.fotozones.com/live/uploads/monthly_08_2013/post-15-0-64784200-1377294188.jpg)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 02, 2015, 11:24:07
Its the minimum part of the shark
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 02, 2015, 14:49:20
I love to hear everything about guitar, although I am a poor guitar player... :'(

 :)

Francis, no worries!  There are a bunch of different ways to enjoy the guitar: playing, listening, appreciating...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 02, 2015, 14:50:23
Bjørn, the image with a leaf growing in orange looks fantastic!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 02, 2015, 14:56:01
Big size in reality, but minimalistic.
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Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 02, 2015, 15:00:57
Easter Bunny Blues ...

(volcano ash fall-out makes the snow dirty)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on November 02, 2015, 17:44:46
The abandoned garage
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/651/22092558534_ef5dd5cb72_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/zEf8XC)
Garasjen (https://flic.kr/p/zEf8XC) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 02, 2015, 18:01:26
The minimalist vision provided by a snow-covered landscape ...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: charlie on November 02, 2015, 22:28:44
Great set of images.

There are so many ways to achieve minimalism.  I believe it is exploration of the impact of simplicity, a meaningful glance, a single word, a single bar.  Perhaps, we strive for that in most of our photographs.

Well said. I can surely relate to this sentiment. 
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Lars Hansen on November 03, 2015, 21:37:56
A landscape can become minimalistic in foggy weather.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 04, 2015, 04:54:33
so many great photos in this thread!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on November 04, 2015, 14:02:53
All that is left of the fox, a different kind of minimalism

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: charlie on November 04, 2015, 18:30:36
Drift
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Chip Chipowski on November 04, 2015, 18:49:37
Charlie - bravo re the telephone pole and curvy snow landscape!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 04, 2015, 19:34:12
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5738/22164230334_7bc75faaa6_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 05, 2015, 06:27:36
So many creative images here - thanks for posting !
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Øivind Tøien on November 05, 2015, 07:32:41

Whiteout

(http://otoien.zenfolio.com/img/s2/v52/p1661244615.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 05, 2015, 11:00:52
When I see these wonderful snowy images I always think whether I would even think about taking a photo, let alone grabbing the camera and making it. It looks so cold, I would just try to get inside as soon as possible :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 05, 2015, 11:19:46
Jakov: you surrender to snow and immerse yourself into the stuff. Play with snow. Be a kid again. Make snow angels. Drive your car on snowy and icy roads and have fun.

Of course, some times there can be plenty of snow, even in my part of the country (near my house a few winters ago, D3X + 35/1.4 AIS)



Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 05, 2015, 18:55:30
Bjørn - this is a lovely image - great composition
Jakov - I am with you. Snuggle in front of a fire sounds MUCH better!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 10, 2015, 14:51:26
An overview of the Borrego Badlands (California). Except that the image resulted in-camera,  the steps taken to achieve at the final picture are - mercifully - lost in the internal memory banks. Still one of my favourites from the Joint Southwestern US Desert trip I did with Andrea back in 2012. Time flies fast.

(Nikon D3X, AFS 200/32 Nikkor)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jyda on November 10, 2015, 15:33:12
Don't have too many images that would qualify as minimalistic. Maybe this one belongs.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xgV2pRh2NCs/UiwtiIFriPI/AAAAAAAATgw/7p4L02Om65U/s1200-Ic42/20130808__web.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 10, 2015, 15:36:12
Beautiful johnny, it definitely is a minimalist image :)
(Bjørn's is not bad either :))
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simsurace on November 10, 2015, 15:47:06
Ponds are good places for exploring minimalism:

(http://www.suracephoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/D600_29675.jpg)


(http://www.suracephoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/D600_29689.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 10, 2015, 16:17:23
The second of these is outstanding .... Debate with yourself whether showing submerged details is adding or subtracting from the overall presentation ...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 10, 2015, 16:43:16
I agree with Bjørn, without the underwater branches ;)
Beautiful image, nevertheless!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 10, 2015, 16:57:14
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/715/22761531856_9aaae2b986_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 10, 2015, 18:41:54
Water Horsetail (Equisetum fluviatile). (Nikon D200 IR, 105/4 Micro-Nikkor).
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: charlie on November 10, 2015, 18:52:12
 two
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eddie Draaisma on November 10, 2015, 19:46:55
.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 11, 2015, 10:53:47
Here is one I took not so long ago when I visited John with Zuze in Tilburg and we saw the concert of Warlocks.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simsurace on November 11, 2015, 10:54:43
The second of these is outstanding .... Debate with yourself whether showing submerged details is adding or subtracting from the overall presentation ...

Thanks for the feedback. Yes, cloning out the submerged stuff would make it even more abstract and minimalistic. On the other hand, the hint of continuation beneath the surface has a mysterious quality as well.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simsurace on November 11, 2015, 10:56:00
D700, Nikkor 28mm @ F/1.4
That is some lovely transition to out-of-focus. Is it from the legendary 28/1.4 Nikkor?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eddie Draaisma on November 11, 2015, 11:03:11
That is some lovely transition to out-of-focus. Is it from the legendary 28/1.4 Nikkor?

Yes it is from the 28/1.4 Nikkor.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 11, 2015, 17:14:10
This is a minimalistic image that is quite open to interpretation. My experience is people perceive it rather differently-
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 11, 2015, 17:25:55
it's a plant called typha in blue :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 11, 2015, 17:30:16
That is just a working hypothesis.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: rosko on November 11, 2015, 17:44:35
Water Horsetail (Equisetum fluviatile). (Nikon D200 IR, 105/4 Micro-Nikkor).

I particularly like this botanic family. So many graphics images we can obtain.

And I suspect this plants are coming from very old ages without much evolution like ferns.

Nice way to picture it with invisible spectrum. A completely unknown field from me. :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 11, 2015, 18:01:15
IR can add an extra dimension to many subjects. Still, the photographer needs to locate the scene and capture it for posterity. There is no free lunch :D.

"Foo Fighters" (Panasonic GH-2, Rodenstock 50/0.75)



Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 13, 2015, 00:35:25
This image could fit in this thread or in with the "Heligon"topic. Since it was captured using the shorter 50/0.75 Heligon, I put it here.

In general one try to make the lens come as close as possible to the film plane, in order to make it perform better by not being pushed as widely out of its designed domain. These lens in fact were extremely high quality performers using exotic high-refractive glass, and with a commensurate price as well.  However, as their back focal distance ('register') is usually just a few mm, they are invariable abused and optically speaking compromised when mounted to any DSLR or even mirrorless cameras.

Contrary to what I expected, I found the best practical performance is not obtained by using the very shortest possible back focal distance, as the lens still is way outside its optimised conjugate distances and severe field curvature, spherical aberration, and astigmatism deteriorate the larger part of the capture frame. Best results so far has been with the lens on either my Panasonic GH-2 or the Nikon V1.

The capture of a Rudbeckia hirta is taken with the Panasonic GF-1. The image quality of this 12 MPix sensor does not do justice to the Heligon, though. The extremely shallow focused zone and the superb gradation into the out-of-focus background are endearing qualities of this exotic lump of glass and metal.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Frank Fremerey on November 13, 2015, 13:29:23
ACAB
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Frank Fremerey on November 13, 2015, 13:30:41
DECODE THIS!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Frank Fremerey on November 13, 2015, 13:31:33
Rhine Ferry
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Frank Fremerey on November 13, 2015, 13:32:52
pedesteranian crossing
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 13, 2015, 15:53:36
Ferry across Boknafjord, southwestern Norway.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Chip Chipowski on November 13, 2015, 18:52:39
manhole
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Mike G on November 13, 2015, 19:41:18
I think this fits the bill as far as minimalist goes.  ;)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on November 13, 2015, 20:21:44
Not totally minimal
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 13, 2015, 20:30:07
A minimalistic image plays with a minimum of visual components. In themselves these don't need to be simple. They may be rendered sharp or merely implied. There is no rule set in stones to control this. However, something inside the frame should puzzle us and stir our curiosity, or make us respond emotionally. At times, we can be overwhelmed as to what we'd expect to be present, but has been deliberately left out.

So your fence fits the concept, Bruno ...

I think this Anemone nemorosa has been posted before, but present it again as an illustration of the opening paragraph and the principles outlined therein.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 13, 2015, 23:45:01
This threat is brilliant
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 13, 2015, 23:57:46
According to Bjørns helpful definition regarding 'minimalism'  this might qualify ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on November 14, 2015, 00:00:43
It is easy easier to grasp when you express it that way. A question I often have in mind is what's the minimum I should show to convey the feeling, in front of the Minster in York 3 months ago for example. Showing everything did not convey the feeling of the mass of the building. The question for me was of the minimum needed to get the "implied". Your paragraph made these things click in place.
I understood something this evening :). Thanks.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 15, 2015, 13:55:26
There is evidently an unlimited supply of these images. So please guys, do keep bringing them on.

A small contribution of mine using the elusive AF Nikkor 200 mm f/3.5 ED-IF.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 15, 2015, 14:36:49
Some lenses have the potential to create perfectly minimalistic images from the get-go. However, it is still the task of the photographer to direct such a lens to a suitable target, and envision a suitable framing.

MATI Navitar 86 mm f/1.2 belongs to this class of minimalistic-creating optics. The lens is quite unusual and as it to my knowledge hasn't attracted the attention of collectors, can be had for modest prices (yet). It shares much of the minimalisation power of the better Heligons,  but can boast of an adjustable aperture from f/1.2 to f/8 in half-stop clicks. Its bokeh is beyond reproach.

My understanding is that the 86/1.2 was made in the US for Kodak photo duplicators.

(see now that the sensor of the camera used at the time (D2X) was very dirty, so don't blame the lens)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jyda on November 15, 2015, 15:10:52
Left
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QfQyz9iq48k/VORjIqFR9JI/AAAAAAAAWEE/3_66t0_mnlw/s800-Ic42/20150210_812650_web.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 15, 2015, 15:14:35
The implied messages are all around us if one cares to look.

Taken with the humble 43-86/3.5 Nikkor, by the way.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: marco on November 15, 2015, 15:38:52
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5795/22618618388_1134aae4e3_b.jpg)
(http://flickr://flickr.com/photos/hithouse/22618618388)

Marco
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 15, 2015, 15:42:49
The thread pace picks up momentum ...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 15, 2015, 15:49:58
only one
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 15, 2015, 15:58:03
It seems appropriate these days to have a Tricolour version of the similar subject ....

(Nikon D3S, Enigma 125 mm f/1.2 + TC14B)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Andrea B. on November 15, 2015, 17:42:02
I was fascinated with the horizon line on these Wyoming high prairies.

Made the shots through a bus window - big mistake 'cause the colour correction was too difficult. Not to mention removing window reflections. Had fun anyway.  ;D

I'll have to call them "The Empty Wyoming Landscapes" - except for the one bison bull who stopped long enough for a hillside snap.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 15, 2015, 18:04:20
A nice minimalistic group of trees in these empty hills, impressive.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 15, 2015, 18:08:36
A minimalistic wave surging towards the camera ....

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jyda on November 15, 2015, 18:49:21
Another impression of a lake surface

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-z_sTKm4XbR0/VkjEUJWynqI/AAAAAAAAZzI/YgkZn2zVqBQ/s1200-Ic42/20150125_811977_web.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 15, 2015, 22:28:04
Today's test shooting with the Nikon AW1 ... (55 CRT-Nikkor)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on November 16, 2015, 03:43:16
Plastic sheets on a door.

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5636/22924572261_02aefd91c8_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/AVLqDT)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Øivind Tøien on November 16, 2015, 04:38:00


Hope this qualifies based on Bjørn's definition, Brooks Range in Alaska, looking south.
#1
(http://otoien.zenfolio.com/img/s8/v14/p1687087637.jpg)



And perhaps this one:
#2
(http://otoien.zenfolio.com/img/s8/v83/p1784553890.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on November 16, 2015, 07:11:01
Nice ones, Bjorn and Anirban.
Morning breakfast
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 16, 2015, 11:53:41
The Dracaena, family of the Dragonblood tree from Madagascar. This is probably the Dracaena marginata var. Tricolor but I am not sure.

The plant is at least 25 years old, survived three years on an attic with hardly any water, and was without any leaves. Since beginning of last year I spend more attention to it, and now it's flourishing again.


D200  -  AF Nikkor 200/3.5
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 16, 2015, 14:39:27
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5766/22599551790_a262564050_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 17, 2015, 13:39:11
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5658/22696540069_9e1eda01ee_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 17, 2015, 17:56:32
Heavy rain
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 18, 2015, 20:51:25
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/755/22704436567_45a6e147ae_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Frank Fremerey on November 19, 2015, 12:46:22
I like the many pictures but I also long for more comments. I will comment more too. OK?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 19, 2015, 13:01:56
I like the many pictures but I also long for more comments. I will comment more too. OK?

Indeed Frank comments have been lacking broadly :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 19, 2015, 13:23:34
Perhaps people are overwhelmed by the tsunami of minimalistic images? There has been a surprising variety of expressions here. I'm guilt of contributing my share of these ...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 19, 2015, 13:31:22
One may interpret Frank wasnt referring to this thread etc only.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 19, 2015, 13:34:19
Writing comments with a content takes time. We have deliberately refrained from dumbing down NG by "Like" buttons or similar nonsensical window-dressing.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jyda on November 19, 2015, 13:57:17
I'm somewhat confused about the definition of a minimalist image. The first that comes to my mind is a lot of negative space but apparently that is not a prerequisite. As always, there's a grey zone of course.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 19, 2015, 14:25:20
Writing comments with a content takes time. We have deliberately refrained from dumbing down NG by "Like" buttons or similar nonsensical window-dressing.

Fortunately, no "likes" business, my interpretation is many of us are online through their phones, and often at a work environment, which makes commenting at least not easy.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 19, 2015, 15:10:58
Much can be said about accessing non-work-related sites during working hours .... but enough of that. There is a life outside the job too.

Only about 7% of the traffic to NG comes from mobile phones and tablets.  Thus that by itself should not be an obstacle to having more comments.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 19, 2015, 16:43:39
I for once am overwhelmed with the quantity and quality of the images posted here -NikonGear as a whole-. I can barely keep up with seeing them, let alone comment. It is not fair but it is the most honest approach I can do as today. I hope I will have more time in my hands soon. It is not
something I "have to do" but something I will "like to do". In the mean time, I try to make good use of the little time I have to spend here making a balance between looking at all of your work, posting images of my own and engaging in a comment-critique here and there.
  Thanks again to all of you for making this site possible.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 19, 2015, 19:00:09
NG is, now nearly six months after its inception, in a remarkable situation. The site  growth has been so fast that it's nearly impossible for anyone, including the Team, to keep up with the sheer volume of images and information content posted.  However, we are dealing with a problem of luxury so different from a site slowly becoming a ghost of its former glory.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 19, 2015, 21:23:24
Bjørn - you lost me there between "problem of luxury......" and "former glory"
can you refrase for a blondi?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 19, 2015, 21:32:25
back to business, an oldie

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3699/11382309556_8ce7b93429_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 19, 2015, 21:38:39
Bjørn - you lost me there between "problem of luxury......" and "former glory"
can you refrase for a blondi?

Just remember where we come from - that's explaining a lot. NG has a luxury problem, ie. of getting so much content we strive to come to grips with it all. Not every photo site is in a similar situation at present. I have the statistics but no need to present the figures here.

Besides your hair isn't 'blond' by any stretch of imagination, Elsa :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: charlie on November 20, 2015, 04:41:24
I'm somewhat confused about the definition of a minimalist image. The first that comes to my mind is a lot of negative space but apparently that is not a prerequisite. As always, there's a grey zone of course.

It seems as though we each have our own definitions of what a minimalist image consists of. In this thread I've found a blend of images that are minimal in subject matter and images that are minimalist images. There is a difference though definitions of this nature are tricky. Initially when I think of the best minimalism I imagine a James Turrell exhibit, or works that consist of few elements, often plenty of negative space, and ideally are incredibly moving in their execution and simplicity.

Minimalism. To say as much as possible with as little as possible.

Eb touched on this earlier, speaking of which the image he posted (post #69) is not something I would initially think of when imagining minimalism because of how busy it is. But it has only two elements to it, sounds like minimalism to me. This is why it can be tricky, and perhaps futile, to define things of this nature. 
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 20, 2015, 08:20:25
I think 'minimalist' is equally tricky to define as say 'pornography'. We know it when we see it.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 20, 2015, 08:59:03
Just remember where we come from - that's explaining a lot. NG has a luxury problem, ie. of getting so much content we strive to come to grips with it all. Not every photo site is in a similar situation at present. I have the statistics but no need to present the figures here.

Besides your hair isn't 'blond' by any stretch of imagination, Elsa :D

got it now  ;D

As for blondness - you NEVER know.... do you :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 20, 2015, 09:37:18
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5794/23150557082_83b38cd008_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 20, 2015, 17:10:29
for me minimalism is keeping it simple :)
but we are all allowed to have our own point of view, and that's the beauty of diversity!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: charlie on November 20, 2015, 18:14:45
I think 'minimalist' is equally tricky to define as say 'pornography'. We know it when we see it.

Funny, I had the same metaphor in mind as I typed my last post.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 20, 2015, 18:58:33
Cool stuff Charlie
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 20, 2015, 21:34:39
This fits?  ::)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 20, 2015, 21:56:52
Shot yesterday.  Olympus E-M5 MkII, Nikkor-Q C Auto 200/4.0, handheld.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eddie Draaisma on November 21, 2015, 13:27:48
.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 21, 2015, 13:29:33
funny looks a face
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 21, 2015, 13:35:12
Tarifa, south Spain
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 21, 2015, 14:48:32
Paco, really nice!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 21, 2015, 16:58:12
Paco, really nice!

+1

This image seems to be a rare one by Paco because it is trimmed.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on November 21, 2015, 18:20:07
Switzerland
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7488/16072306316_57a6ba4319_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 22, 2015, 09:10:35
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5610/15551539021_50a76cd885_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 22, 2015, 09:23:15
Copenhagen blue morning (Sony A7, 8.5 cm Nikkor f/2)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 22, 2015, 11:42:40
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/592/22836004899_df1ea2767c_o.jpg)

frosty morning, this morning
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 22, 2015, 13:04:35
the new 200-500 - high res is a lot sharper (fortunately)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 22, 2015, 13:04:43
Thank you!

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simsurace on November 22, 2015, 13:23:23
Switzerland
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7488/16072306316_57a6ba4319_h.jpg)
Great pattern! Where is that?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 22, 2015, 13:29:23
The inner sanctum. Your own private space.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simato73 on November 22, 2015, 17:31:43
Fences
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jan Anne on November 22, 2015, 17:34:12
Sunrise at Gods Window
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2519/3862208093_7ba7357642_o.jpg)
D300 & 200-400/4VR, South Africa 2009
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques Pochoy on November 22, 2015, 18:05:36
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5508/12271811284_6fcb74667a_c.jpg)
Le vieux banc... (https://flic.kr/p/jGqeXb) by ArchiVue (https://www.flickr.com/photos/archivue/), sur Flickr with 105mm f/2.8 Micro VR and D3x

My view on the minimalistic shot of an old bench in the island of Porquerolles... :-)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 22, 2015, 18:20:42
I would need hours to compliment all the images that have been posted in this thread. They are all phenomenal!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simato73 on November 22, 2015, 18:22:05
I would need hours to compliment all the images that have been posted in this thread. They are all phenomenal!

Well I can spend at least a minute or two praising yours - I really like it!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 22, 2015, 18:24:08
Thanks Simone, this was taken during our Dutch get together. I believe Chris has a similar one :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques Pochoy on November 22, 2015, 18:54:08
I like it too... :-) The web rendered visible through the droplets.. Great one (though a bit wet) ! :-)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 22, 2015, 19:07:17
Thanks Jacques!
I am glad you like it :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Roland Tibell on November 22, 2015, 19:24:07
Olive tree by the pool
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on November 22, 2015, 19:38:02
Well I can spend at least a minute or two praising yours - I really like it!

+1

What can i say Jakov, you've got the eye dude !!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 22, 2015, 20:02:13
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/675/23214632585_756e19bdd3_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 22, 2015, 20:15:40
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/590/22846677839_0a1bca8a7a_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 23, 2015, 12:32:57
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/781/22613708133_426111945a_b.jpg)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 23, 2015, 16:51:50
jakov I like that donkey!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 23, 2015, 16:55:35
jakov I like that donkey!

Elsa, you know how much I like donkeys. However, can't you see that it's a horse?
Given how sharp my images always turn out, I am surprised that you didn't see the obvious, my love :*

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: PeterN on November 23, 2015, 18:49:38
What a wonderful thread.

I'll add a recent one (today). I did not take it with minimalism in mind otherwise I would have chose a slightly different angle. Maybe tomorrow. ;-)

(http://www.visualcue.photography/img/s6/v141/p1707892421-6.jpg)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 23, 2015, 20:50:25
Jakov, donkey/horse/  - they are all alike. Only their faces are different to we can tell them apart :)

Peter  - I have a fascination with watches - yet I never seem to get it right - or practice enough. Nice image. I like!

Fons - interesting angle !
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simato73 on November 23, 2015, 21:27:04
Surreal in Lofoten
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 23, 2015, 21:48:05
oh I like this one. great catch
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simato73 on November 23, 2015, 21:50:17
oh I like this one. great catch

Thanks :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 23, 2015, 22:04:07
Simone, the Lofoten image put a smile on my face :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on November 23, 2015, 22:19:33
Lamballe, Brittany.
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/736/23229795016_c6db37d987_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 23, 2015, 22:24:33
very nice Jack
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 23, 2015, 22:32:47
Jacques, that's beautiful!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on November 23, 2015, 22:34:05
Lamballe, Brittany.
Beautiful shot, Jack. I could smell that green grass.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on November 23, 2015, 22:46:28
Beautiful one Jacques. Well seen and done.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on November 24, 2015, 18:06:15
At midnight
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simato73 on November 24, 2015, 18:58:04
Another one, on the sand dunes in summer.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 24, 2015, 19:09:29
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/589/22881448197_46000c90cb_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 25, 2015, 01:18:03
Not always what meets the eye ...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 25, 2015, 09:22:04
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5797/22668447693_d54e22e7fd_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 25, 2015, 15:46:58
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5636/23218899791_e9b74a2127_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 25, 2015, 15:48:18
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/575/22933592599_5458071918_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Alex Cejka on November 25, 2015, 19:55:15
My take:
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on November 25, 2015, 20:53:35
Let's see, i've found some more in the archives.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 25, 2015, 21:38:38
Just swinging my chair over 90 degrees to shoot this in my front garden, then rotate back to my work station and process the image. No need for leaving the computer at all.  Managed a sip or two of coffee during the process as well. Now, that is minimalistic work in my book ...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 25, 2015, 23:49:44
i think that this is the 3rd time that I am mentioning that i cannot keep up with this thread and comment all the amazing images, including you, Hans :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: charlie on November 26, 2015, 02:34:46
Minimalist exposing
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 26, 2015, 06:17:38
Hans - your yellow is so subtle and inviting.
Bjørn - now imagine you got your "a" out of that chair - 10 times more images  ;D ;D
Bjørn - I am a bit like you - I parked a chair right in front of my lounge sliding doors - and can sit and shoot there. But I have to get up to process it.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 26, 2015, 06:19:40
Charlie - thats a nice image. I like the patterns!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Roland Tibell on November 26, 2015, 09:48:27
 Dunes
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 26, 2015, 09:55:47
Charlie I would minimise the exposure even further.
Roland those dunes are beautiful. Where was the photo taken?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: stenrasmussen on November 26, 2015, 09:58:03
i think that this is the 3rd time that I am mentioning that i cannot keep up with this thread and comment all the amazing images, including you, Hans :)

That is not a minimalistic response Jakov  ;D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 26, 2015, 10:05:06
Ronald - Dunes - a dream of mine
nice shot
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 26, 2015, 10:06:23
That is not a minimalistic response Jakov  ;D
sten  ;D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Roland Tibell on November 26, 2015, 13:45:26
Jakov & Elsa, thanks for the kind words. The shot is from Sossusvlei Namibia. Here is another that I believe qualify for this thread:
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 26, 2015, 16:44:44
Another beautiful dune image Roland.

Here are some Montenegro "dunes" :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: stenrasmussen on November 26, 2015, 19:06:53
I am not really worthy amongst these lovely pictures but still, here's a autumnal night shot.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on November 26, 2015, 19:19:41
Thanks Jakov for the props.

I am not really worthy amongst these lovely pictures but still, here's a autumnal night shot.

Pheww  :-[ :-[ :-[. Really Sten, i beg to differ. This one is particularly great because of the colour composition and the use of the silhoutte(s)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 26, 2015, 19:30:29
Sten is not only humble but a minimalist :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on November 26, 2015, 20:33:24
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/742/21907822065_e2022a775c_b.jpg)
at the open sea #4 @ flickr (https://flic.kr/p/znVjf6)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on November 26, 2015, 22:05:33
Shaped
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5812/23035557090_e89406d554_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 27, 2015, 00:00:28
Hotelroom

(Freiburg - Black Forest) 
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: tommiejeep on November 27, 2015, 03:26:15
A fragile balance
(http://images.nikonians.org/galleries/data/23381/D32_1861.jpg)

D3S, 70-200vr, handheld
Tom
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on November 27, 2015, 03:52:12
Roland,
I have never been to Sossusvlei - it's on my list :) This one is really great

Jakov dear.... Dunes?? a bit like the donkey /horse - same thing :)

Sten - your images qualifies as the most minimalist image in my book  ;)

Jacques - very retro patterns! (and colour)

ThomasG - that images is so cool with the (balustrade?) lines 

Tom - that image was really executed beautifully.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 27, 2015, 10:29:50
taken in London 3 years ago...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 27, 2015, 10:59:31
this mornings moon

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/595/22714476313_eee0ecf6c7_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 27, 2015, 11:00:34
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5681/23260938391_c1907e1f87_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: armando_m on November 27, 2015, 15:14:48
wonderful moon shots !
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 27, 2015, 22:19:46
thank you Armando
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on November 28, 2015, 22:54:14
[...]
ThomasG - that images is so cool with the (balustrade?) lines 
[...]
Thank's, Elsa, and yes, it's showing the balustrade.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 29, 2015, 05:01:36
this mornings moon

This is super, Fons!

Here's a take of mine.  Cyclamen by s special version of AF-D Nikkor 50/1.4 on Olympus E-M5 Mk II
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on November 29, 2015, 14:19:17
piercing the wall of light, @ flickr (https://flic.kr/p/quF2Dg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 29, 2015, 17:52:39
This is super, Fons!

Here's a take of mine.  Cyclamen by s special version of AF-D Nikkor 50/1.4 on Olympus E-M5 Mk II

Thank you Akira, yours no slouch either, a lovely soft
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 29, 2015, 19:37:20
Fons, thanks!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 30, 2015, 17:36:04
I stumbled upon this photo when I was with Chris the other evening. I changed the colors a bit...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 01, 2015, 15:01:08
The bare essentials.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 01, 2015, 18:46:46
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5686/23448946345_4642e73b92_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on December 01, 2015, 21:48:26
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5702/23370922371_07046636d3_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jan Anne on December 01, 2015, 22:22:01
Roadkill?
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3130/3887157912_5ea7f67553_o.jpg)
D700 with Nikkor 70-200/2.8VR, South Africa 2009
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 02, 2015, 12:38:08
InfraReeds.



Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 02, 2015, 13:24:33
the blues
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 02, 2015, 13:34:43
Add fire and birds for a Firebird appearance ....
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 02, 2015, 13:37:50
Nah. Won't work. Concentrate on the noted presence of birds on a wire instead.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 02, 2015, 13:43:55
speaking of birds, which we never shoot :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 02, 2015, 13:51:49
Dangerous birds. Or wires.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 02, 2015, 13:56:24
Bjørn the bird watcher :D

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 03, 2015, 11:19:19
Ada Bojana, Montenegro.
Never been more comfortable on a beach  8)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 05, 2015, 09:22:40
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5833/23492796816_366661d060_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simato73 on December 05, 2015, 18:07:42
Lofoten
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bill De Jager on December 07, 2015, 06:09:10
(http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL437/1642984/24174024/411963603.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jan Anne on December 07, 2015, 09:19:21
A portrait of my trusted Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 Ai-S
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2823/11081896153_c79d9768f2_h.jpg)
Sony a7R & Carl Zeiss 2/45 Planar, OOC JPG with APS-C crop mode enabled, Home 2013
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on December 07, 2015, 09:58:02
A portrait of my trusted Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 AI-S

Sharp and very creative!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 07, 2015, 09:59:42
Jan Anne, was that shot through the Heligon?

Wonderful indeed!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 07, 2015, 13:18:26
Sometimes I get worried by the fact that I mostly take photos of flowers...

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jan Anne on December 07, 2015, 13:32:52
Jan Anne, was that shot through the Heligon?

Wonderful indeed!
Thanks and yes it is  ;D

Here's a second one where we look through 3 lenses to see a 4th one, the little Voigtlander 15/4.5 LTM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2878/11081234243_88e48b9013_h.jpg)
Sony a7R & Carl Zeiss 2/45 Planar, OOC JPG, Home 2013
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: charlie on December 07, 2015, 18:39:52
I love these Jan Anne!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 08, 2015, 11:47:06
On the road to the mountain peak Sedlo (saddle), Durmitor, Montenegro.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 08, 2015, 12:37:17
"What A Beautiful Morning"

(D200 IR, AFD 35-105/3.5-4.5 Nikkor)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 08, 2015, 13:00:19
In these days of yet another doomed Climatic Conference, this image appears to be suitable :(

Later I found it contained a reference to my birthday as well ...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 08, 2015, 20:53:14
November, the 7th?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 08, 2015, 20:56:57
They do dates in an opposite sequence "over there".
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 09, 2015, 10:28:53
It has been quite a while since I posted a flower image :)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 09, 2015, 10:32:34
A South-African cultivated Gerbera. Thus minimalistic yet characteristic.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 09, 2015, 10:38:00
Thanks Bjørn :)
Photo was taken in the botanical garden in Montenegro using your lens and my dream lens the Coastal Optics.
Although this rendering of the image probably doesn't justify using such a lens  ::)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 10, 2015, 02:09:43
Just a snap pulled off the archive. It came out nicely.

(Fuji S3 UVIR, Nikkor 20/4)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 10, 2015, 09:48:28
Looks like lava.
How did that effect occur?

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 10, 2015, 10:04:41
Just happened to be like that. You know me.

This was an IR image acquired in the early spring so still lots of snow around.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on December 10, 2015, 11:08:47
Switzerland, where else ?
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5729/23021590114_f947bfecb7_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on December 10, 2015, 14:16:08
Jacks, this is a wonderful combination of geometry, tone and texture.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 10, 2015, 14:31:19
Those who know Bjørn, know that he is very generous when it comes to handing over exotic lenses for a test run :)
This photo was shot with a 58 mm and an extension ring that suits it...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on December 10, 2015, 19:34:05
Just a snap pulled off the archive. It came out nicely.
279# (http://nikongear.net/revival/index.php/topic,1847.msg26106.html#msg26106)
(Fuji S3 UVIR, Nikkor 20/4)
Wow - it does, very nice. Impressive industrial glow.
Brings up remembrance of the industrial era of my hometown.
Which prodly beared a byname at the time, city of the 1000 fires.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 11, 2015, 14:50:35
How about inverted fireworks :)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jan Anne on December 11, 2015, 16:59:19
Interesting images Jakovic, can't say I've seen that before :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on December 11, 2015, 21:19:24
Jakov, I've been shooting fireworks for some years but had never come up with such an idea!  Kudos!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 11, 2015, 23:34:01
Thank you JA and Akira  8)
Get your fireworks photos out, invert them and you'll see they are just one click away :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jan Anne on December 12, 2015, 00:50:45
Get your fireworks photos out, invert them and you'll see they are just one click away :)
I'm afraid my fireworks images aren't that exciting :P
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3082/3139172836_3e97f9b74c_o.jpg)
D300 with 50/1.4G, NL 2008
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Roland Tibell on December 12, 2015, 01:36:37
Jakov, your barbwire photo reminded me of this one that I shot at a workshop in Herdla, Norway, back in 2012
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 12, 2015, 11:09:32
A Swedish minimalism for a change ...

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Lars Hansen on December 12, 2015, 12:22:34
Architectural minimalism?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Øivind Tøien on December 12, 2015, 12:30:06

Another from Sweden.

(http://otoien.zenfolio.com/img/s1/v21/p1704030117.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on December 12, 2015, 15:38:48
Its all to do with the light !
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5834/23649895925_601258c38a_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Lars Hansen on December 12, 2015, 20:26:13
One in same category..
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 12, 2015, 21:28:38
Jakov, your barbwire photo reminded me of this one that I shot at a workshop in Herdla, Norway, back in 2012

Roland your barbwire looks like it's made of gold. Really cool!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 13, 2015, 00:44:11
The late JFK depicted by a dot graphic.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Mikes on December 13, 2015, 15:06:46
Almost minimalist...

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 13, 2015, 18:23:52
Windowframe.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on December 13, 2015, 22:26:57
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8632/15885768087_111685cbc0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qcLHpe)
Rocket Science (https://flic.kr/p/qcLHpe) by lumofisk (https://www.flickr.com/photos/114702672@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jan Anne on December 13, 2015, 22:33:11
Bought the Voigtlander 35/1.2 while on the waiting list for the original a7R, so the old Sony C3 I had lying around was put back into service to get acquainted with my then new lens.

Needles to say it was love at first sight :)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2890/10519661835_d3563518a3_h.jpg)
Sony C3 with Voigtlander 35/1.2 VM @ f/1.2, Holland 2013
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 14, 2015, 14:25:09
A happy caterpillar.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 15, 2015, 22:22:39
Night light.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 15, 2015, 22:32:47
The sun is shining in Tilburg :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on December 15, 2015, 23:04:10
Fabric
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 16, 2015, 00:04:00
More minimalistic impressions, this time of Campanula flowers.

(Nikon D3S, Rodenstock 50 mm f/0.75 Heligon)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 16, 2015, 00:28:29
ah the campanulas. love'em!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 16, 2015, 06:07:08
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5630/23699768151_be9bf0932d_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 16, 2015, 06:08:18
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5693/23155398543_f5a870f9b5_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 16, 2015, 06:09:03
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/669/23782214965_0ced130b70_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 16, 2015, 13:38:02
Some minimalism with the 45P  ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 16, 2015, 14:41:43
45P rules  ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 16, 2015, 14:53:00
Agree ;) 
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 16, 2015, 15:25:45
... if your fingers are thin and nimble ...  and you don't lose track of its whereabouts :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 16, 2015, 15:35:27
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/589/23707728031_cbc7b30666_b.jpg)

1v1 18.5/1.8

cant manual focus with this setup
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 16, 2015, 16:08:44
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/680/23790711425_a8ca8eac53_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on December 18, 2015, 18:54:46
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/691/23202876764_3826e01ff5_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 18, 2015, 19:02:21
#night drizzle

Difficult to capture.   Actually  it's at the same spot as #304 but different framing and exposure

Df with 85K

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Mike G on December 18, 2015, 19:43:01
A couple of posts in the water!

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 21, 2015, 14:20:01
Shot with 45P :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 23, 2015, 03:30:17
True minimalism. 45 Ai-P.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Kitanikkor on December 23, 2015, 05:13:29
(http://imageshack.com/a/img600/7461/fmt2.jpg)

(http://imageshack.com/a/img23/6699/wwhe.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 23, 2015, 13:38:04
Winter scenes allows for an unlimited supply of "minimalistic" pictures. Here water forced through cracks in the thick ice of an alpine lake showing its remarkable blue colour. All perception of scale is lost by such scenes (in fact, the crack is more than 200 m in length. I'm shooting this motif from distance over 1 km away).
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 23, 2015, 14:56:47
Everyday objects. Mondrian-ish
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 23, 2015, 15:39:38
That's beautiful PACO!!!
What are those everyday objects?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 23, 2015, 15:42:29
A candle and some mouth-wash if I remember correctly.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 23, 2015, 15:44:25
I am impressed :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 23, 2015, 19:37:46
A bit of minimalist Christmas decorations  ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 23, 2015, 21:47:32
John, I like you blurry approach to xmas :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 24, 2015, 00:20:22
Thank you Jakov!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 24, 2015, 00:37:09
Thanks Jakov :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: charlie on December 24, 2015, 01:03:53
Experimenting with a Rodenstock alternative
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 24, 2015, 01:12:44
Charlie, Charlie, Charlie...
 8) 8) 8)
That's so cool!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: charlie on December 24, 2015, 01:33:40
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you  :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 25, 2015, 13:00:13
Like father like son  8)
On our flight to London, I asked my son Luka to take a snapshot.
Gave him a Df + 24/1.4 and his marvelous skills were born :)
His father just added a touch in PP...

ho ho ho

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on December 26, 2015, 12:10:20
Hotel room swoop, there is a surprising amount of photogenic elements around sometimes:
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3839/15147763439_cbc737be8c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p5yfka)
waveform on a sunday afternoon (https://flic.kr/p/p5yfka) by lumofisk (https://www.flickr.com/photos/114702672@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 27, 2015, 20:55:16
This photo could have ended up in the unsharp photo thread, but I envisaged it as a minimalist while taking it :)
Hyde Park, London.
Df + 85/1.4 AF-D

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on December 27, 2015, 21:01:44
Well seen, Thomas and intriguing one, Jakov
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 27, 2015, 21:37:36
Super, Jakov 
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simato73 on December 28, 2015, 16:57:14
Minimalist from the beach today.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 28, 2015, 17:03:08
Thank you Bruno and John!

Simone, don't tell me you are going for a swim on the beach? I wouldn't mind going for one. Summers are too far apart...

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simato73 on December 28, 2015, 17:24:33
Thank you Bruno and John!

Simone, don't tell me you are going for a swim on the beach? I wouldn't mind going for one. Summers are too far apart...

No, I am unashamedly a Southerner. Minimum bathing temperature is 22 Celsius.
My 3 year-old daughter later in the day went to the same beach and wanted to jump in; she did not want to accept my explanation that the water is much colder than in the summer.  :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Mike G on December 30, 2015, 19:36:16
I've just remembered this one, very minimalist!

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on December 30, 2015, 20:04:40
... very minimalist!

I'll say! Great Mike.

(snow could use some more exposure though)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 30, 2015, 21:16:18
That's a beauty, Mike!  :)
It cannot get more minimalist than that. (sounds wierd "more minimalist")
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Mike G on December 30, 2015, 22:02:57
Thanks Hans and Jakov, I found it quite difficult to get the correct level of exposure, very easy to slip into saturation!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 31, 2015, 23:38:34
I love it Mike. Very special
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: helioer on January 01, 2016, 13:15:49
Agree with you all, some very nice pictures in this series
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Mike G on January 01, 2016, 14:13:05
Thanks all, and have a happy new year!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 01, 2016, 14:58:27
Stans, central Switzerland
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/747/23827739486_fc27149f0b_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 01, 2016, 22:48:49
Brackens and Crane's Bill, Ireland.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 01, 2016, 23:31:14
Jacques, Bjørn, stunning!
Happy New Year
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on January 02, 2016, 00:41:41
Stans, central Switzerland (https://farm1.staticflickr.com/747/23827739486_fc27149f0b_h.jpg)
Great stuff!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Mikes on January 02, 2016, 00:51:05
I've just remembered this one, very minimalist!

Nice one, Mike. I like minimalist! Happy New Year to you, too. We saw it in whilst floating around on Sydney Harbour watching the fireworks....
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Kitanikkor on January 02, 2016, 02:30:03
(http://imageshack.com/a/img17/4391/7lod.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: tommiejeep on January 02, 2016, 10:55:11
(http://images.nikonians.org/galleries/data/500/D75_9684.jpg)
No unusual PP, ooc , just thin dof through a gap  :) .  The next image is even more minimal cause the bird is missing (it flew) 
Tom
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on January 03, 2016, 00:03:31
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8606/16234794184_c619111f34_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/qJByGy)
green::red (https://flic.kr/p/qJByGy) by lumofisk (https://www.flickr.com/photos/114702672@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 03, 2016, 01:19:56
Boots are made for walking
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 03, 2016, 01:33:42
Oh yes, almost forgot. The lime green and orange colour combination :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 03, 2016, 02:30:32
More winter scenery for a change ....

Riparian Forest
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 03, 2016, 09:44:34
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1654/23775478949_229d4b3877_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 03, 2016, 09:46:06
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1621/23516488323_45b2039ac3_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Øivind Tøien on January 03, 2016, 11:16:21

(http://otoien.zenfolio.com/img/s6/v141/p1784034367.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Øivind Tøien on January 03, 2016, 11:24:17

Lonely Christmas tree in the woods.

(http://otoien.zenfolio.com/img/s7/v152/p1739046933.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 03, 2016, 11:56:22
Øivind, I bet you decorated that tree :)
It looks great!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Øivind Tøien on January 03, 2016, 14:50:10
Øivind, I bet you decorated that tree :)
It looks great!
;D
Someone in the neighborhood actually decorated this tree (no image manipulation here other than enhancing an already present structure/grain).
It must have been quite a challenge as it is pretty tall, and the Alaska spruce variants do not have particularly strong branches suitable for climbing.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 03, 2016, 19:25:29
One of these must be  correct  ?
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5692/23541431062_e1b24042ca_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: rosko on January 03, 2016, 19:40:37
the Alaska spruce variants do not have particularly strong branches suitable for climbing.

Your neighbor was yet careful as He didn't decorate the tree to the top ! ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bill Mellen on January 03, 2016, 21:17:42
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5699/24046591632_669406fa9c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CCV4Vs)D71_8285_DxO (https://flic.kr/p/CCV4Vs) by Bill Mellen (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25146156@N06/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 04, 2016, 01:37:09
Ice edges on a river  can be a nice distraction if there isn't anything else around to shoot.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 04, 2016, 11:40:26
Bjørn, the ice in the river is magical! It still amazes me how you see this stuff! I guess it was made in IR :)

Here is one of my favorite subjects made with 200/4 and PN-11.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 04, 2016, 11:47:12
Jakov: using a 400 mm lens suffices. Not IR.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 04, 2016, 12:14:39
Following up on the flower theme ... Scented Mayweed
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 05, 2016, 15:44:57
Snow scenes tend to be minimalistic by their very nature. Using a long lens allows the photographer to carve out a suitable chunk of the white landscape and serve it up to the viewers.

(200-400/4 ED Nikkor, which by the way is a phenomenal landscape lens)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 05, 2016, 16:17:45
Bjørn, I am amazed how much depth of field you were able to extract with such a long lens?
I know you stopped it down, but still, it seems that everything is in focus?
Lovely image!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 05, 2016, 16:26:11
EXIF says f/24. Focal length around 300 mm.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 05, 2016, 16:30:33
Again the 200-400/4 ED Zoom-Nikkor in a winter landscape. This time showing the delicate colour transitions of a sunset sky reflected in fresh ice of a small lake.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 05, 2016, 18:14:39
Beautiful shots !

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: rosko on January 08, 2016, 12:54:16
(200-400/4 ED Nikkor, which by the way is a phenomenal landscape lens)

Two superb images !

I really like the rhythm and depth of the snowy one.

I guess the zoom is the manuel version ?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 08, 2016, 13:56:35
Yes. I specified 200-400/4 ED, *not* ED-IF.

A quick snapshot of this lens on a decent supporting tripod .... For once a long Nikkor with an adequate tripod mount.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: zuglufttier on January 08, 2016, 20:21:13
A bit too late for christmas decorations but the photo is still minimalistic ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 08, 2016, 20:52:27
It is never late for minimalism.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 09, 2016, 00:09:33
Minimum minimalist
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1719/23526207153_50701697b4_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 09, 2016, 00:12:01
minimum Mondrian  8)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on January 09, 2016, 01:01:51
The mondrians are gone  :P
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: rosko on January 09, 2016, 02:15:40
Yes. I specified 200-400/4 ED, *not* ED-IF.
A quick snapshot of this lens on a decent supporting tripod .... For once a long Nikkor with an adequate tripod mount.

An impressive beast !
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 09, 2016, 18:20:51
Blue/white or white/blue ?
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1497/24165950762_05a17bc469_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on January 09, 2016, 18:34:29
Blue/white or white/blue ?
I once asked similar question to a zebra once.  :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 09, 2016, 19:14:53
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1538/24249095166_19fe14a0ca_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on January 10, 2016, 01:28:10
I really like the lighting patterns.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 10, 2016, 07:36:47
Fons: that's a nice composite image for sure.

As we now are deep into the cold claws of winter over in my part of the world, did a quick image search for 'cold' images with patterns. Here is one example of Glyceria fluitans leaves frozen into thin ice. Fuhji S3 Pro UVIR with Nikkor 20 mm f/4.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 10, 2016, 11:08:51
Bjørn, that's magical!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 10, 2016, 18:21:30
The "problem" with minimalistic images is that there are so many of them in the archives ... A thread like this could well go on for years with a new photo posted daily, and yet the supply wouldn't dry up.

A winter shot appropriate for the season and the inclement weather of today. It's been snowing hard the last 24 hours and strong winds shift the fluffy stuff everywhere. There are just a few hours of semi daylight so fast lenses are a must.

Nikon D200 with the Noct-Nikkor 58 mm f/1.2 set wide open. After sunset, just before the world goes completely black.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 10, 2016, 20:53:02
Bjørn, do treat us all with your wonderful minimalist images :)
One masterpiece a day is just dandy!  8)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 10, 2016, 21:03:47
Yes :)  Very impressive  !


One from the archives:   At sunset with the D80  Micro 200/4

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 10, 2016, 21:08:00
John, John, John, that's impressive too!  8)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 10, 2016, 21:23:53
John: nice depiction of mosquitoes and a Roegneria. Not entirely certain of the ID for that grass though.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 10, 2016, 21:44:08
Adding this one for you, Jakov .... An example that by observing Nature, you get the shots framed and readily served.

Our German friends surely will remember the touching story on "Knut, der Kleine Eisbär" a few years back.

One morning I found "Knut" ready made on a road verge by a snow cleaning machine. Gravel from the road surface had been distributed laterally by the snow plough. He had escaped from the German Zoo, but still contained by barbed wire :(

Nikon D200, AFD 85/1.4 wide open.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 10, 2016, 21:46:04
I like Knut and the lens you used :)
Thank you!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 10, 2016, 21:54:41
Blue knot
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1640/23647294693_b7e9ff95c7_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 10, 2016, 21:57:10
Now, that's veeeeery minimalistic :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 10, 2016, 22:00:04
Thanks  Bjørn and Jakov.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on January 11, 2016, 00:33:29
Does funny things to the straight lines of the little glass dots when focussing on the red dot

Raumkrümmung (https://flic.kr/p/Ct5yWn) by lumofisk (https://www.flickr.com/photos/114702672@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: schwett on January 11, 2016, 08:05:02
as always some really interesting images here.

this scene struck me as a high-key, minimal moment, in actual life. the camera here shows essentially what my eye saw.

(http://www.431.org/ng/3552-mystery-1024.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on January 11, 2016, 10:25:52
Love this beautiful distribution of the light, Schwett!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 11, 2016, 10:36:22
Last winter we had just a little snow. I pass by this scene every day, on my way to fetch my little red Peugeot and lost count of how many times I have snapped a shot of that white-painted picket fence. The neighbour kids had played football ('soccer') despite the dusting of snow so added patterns to a world of mainly cold blue whites.

Nikon Df, 35-70 mm f/3.5 Nikkor AIS (62 mm thread)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on January 11, 2016, 10:40:36
Schwett - truly minimalistic. Well captured!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 11, 2016, 10:54:20
Schwett: so minimalistic that the shadows along the wall become critical supports for the entire frame :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 11, 2016, 23:59:01
Time to add more minimalism. This one actually was shot as a caricature of the slogan of the Norwegian Conservative Party ('Høyre'), by many jokingly named a flowing roll of toilet paper. The similarity is striking for sure. I intended to be a little more discreet though so so came up with this,

(D3S, 180/4 APO-Lanthar)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 12, 2016, 08:35:40
A Virginia creeper tries to sneak unnoticed into my dining room. These trailing shots are all over my house on the sunny side and I usually try to ignore them. This time, I made a snapshot of the intruder first, then cut off the trailing plant immediately afterwards.

(Nikon D2X, 105 mm f/2 Nikkor DC)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Mike G on January 12, 2016, 09:10:14
Bjorn that VC photo is a cracker!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 12, 2016, 16:49:07
It's been a long time since I posted a minimalist flower :)
Df + PN-11 + 45P (scratch painting)



Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on January 12, 2016, 19:17:06
That's beautiful Jakov!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 12, 2016, 22:56:16
Beautiful shots, indeed.

A sunny day on the waterfront in may 2007.

D80  300/4
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 12, 2016, 23:13:04
A late autumn afternoon at a nearby forest lake, very calm weather so the mood became relaxed and very tranquil. After a while one cannot stand the quietness anymore, though.

Nikon D600, AF 200 mm f/3.5 Nikkor ED-IF (the elusive one for F3AF, with renewed CPU to make it compatible with our generation of DSLRs)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 12, 2016, 23:19:56
Thanks Elsa!
I dig tranquility  8)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 12, 2016, 23:23:19
Very special Jakov
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 13, 2016, 16:14:13
Fences in winter landscapes are unbeatable for simplicity and minimalism. I find myself often shooting such subjects with long lenses, to add more to their inherently graphic nature. This scene is done with the venerable Zoom-Nikkor 200-600 mm f/9.5, a lens mostly going under the radar of current Nikon community as very few if any at all have heard of it. A surprising sharp and long yet lightweight zoom lens, the 200-600 in its various incarnations stayed for a long time on the list of offered Nikkors. It was designed well before the arrival of ED glass and sophisticated coatings so image quality might not be entirely up to modern standards, in particular as far as contrast goes. Its build quality is impeccable and that for a change also includes the tripod mount :D

My sample is an AIS from the very last production series around 1983.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 13, 2016, 16:26:30
Paco, special thanks!

Bjørn, how come we haven't seen that 200-600 lens during our many gatherings. Is it worth using now that the 200-500 VR exists?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 13, 2016, 17:04:00
Of course. I don't own the 200-500 VR and have no plans in that regard either.

Why you haven't seen it? There are *many* lenses in my possession not ('yet') accompanying me on the various trips.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 13, 2016, 18:06:10
Beautiful ones, Bjørn.

I am not so fond of 'Campings', but visit friends occasionally who wants to spend their valuable time in such a 'resort'.  Sunset is usually the moment to leave...

D80  AF 300/4

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 13, 2016, 18:40:53
John: as long as you escaped the peril, there is at least one to tell the tale for the next generation :D ...

One early example of digital photography, with the D1 and the 17-35/2.8 (and no, this does not indicate I'm running out of minimalistic images - sorry to disappoint !!. The image just briefly appeared during a routine search for something entirely different)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 13, 2016, 18:59:43
More images unearthed from the search referenced in my previous post. Perhaps a specialist 'Fences'¨theme could be instigated?

Cold afternoon in December just as the last rays of sun die off and leave the sky in afterglow. (D200, AFS 300/2.8 ED-IF)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Frank Fremerey on January 13, 2016, 20:32:33
tank stop with x100t yesterday
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on January 13, 2016, 21:05:39
Like Bjørn, a search for something else yielded this. From New Zealand (like in the boats&trains thread), champagne pool in Rotorua.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 13, 2016, 23:03:39
Bjørn, I remember that image of the fence from your review of the d200. I love it.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 13, 2016, 23:17:37
Black/white
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1495/24363024895_6e091e0055_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 13, 2016, 23:32:11
I go bowling, I come back, and I find these majestic images... left speechless!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 13, 2016, 23:36:00
Stripes, no stars (Las Vegas, D200, AFS 28-300 Nikkor)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 14, 2016, 00:38:47
Apparently we have homed into a 'fences' section of the minimalism theme. That sits all right with me - no shortage of fence-related picture for sure in the archives.

Nikon D3, 28/2 Nikkor AI.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Øivind Tøien on January 14, 2016, 05:35:10

(http://otoien.zenfolio.com/img/s12/v179/p1830293512.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 14, 2016, 11:20:52
Grey on grey.

Nikon D3, 35 mm f/2 Nikkor AIS
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 14, 2016, 11:35:46
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1655/23742885964_76f10668b1_o.jpg)

belongs to the b/w thread as well.
 
Df with the Lensbaby 56mm/1.6 velvet
which shows a lot of fall off at wider apertures
but clears stopped down,
basically a lens with 2 faces because at the short distance of 13cm
where it has a magnification of 1:2
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 14, 2016, 15:34:05
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1577/24349791456_6976491409_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on January 14, 2016, 18:16:51
Fons - beautiful colours.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 14, 2016, 18:32:41
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1483/24378794965_e5bfb82a45_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 14, 2016, 18:56:28
thank you Elsa
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on January 14, 2016, 18:59:45
More images unearthed from the search referenced in my previous post. Perhaps a specialist 'Fences'¨theme could be instigated?

Cold afternoon in December just as the last rays of sun die off and leave the sky in afterglow. (D200, AFS 300/2.8 ED-IF)
Seen this photo before and this photo never gets old!

Grey on grey.

Nikon D3, 35 mm f/2 Nikkor AIS
Lots of beautiful photos in this thread as usual. May be we can create a thread "color on color"!  :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: armando_m on January 14, 2016, 19:21:42
detail
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: simato73 on January 14, 2016, 23:42:33
Minimalist fishermen.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 15, 2016, 08:45:24
Dive into the waterfall. Dubai. (Nikon D3S, AFS 35/1.4)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on January 15, 2016, 11:24:23
Spectacular image Bjørn! Wow - Would be really nice as a large poster size print ;)

How did you pull this off, in a boat or... ?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 15, 2016, 11:28:33
Nah. Who said images cannot "lie" ??

Inside the Dubai Mall, by the way.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on January 15, 2016, 11:31:40
Doesn't matter at all ;) The composition and graphic look of the transition or placement of color just works so well  IMHO
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 15, 2016, 11:34:42
I don't complain ...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on January 15, 2016, 13:46:42
Spectacular image Bjørn! Wow - Would be really nice as a large poster size print ;)

How did you pull this off, in a boat or... ?
+1.
Looks like one of those superhero movie's poster. :D
Wow colours!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on January 15, 2016, 13:52:15
"My wife holds the kite strings that let me go 'weeeeeee', then she reels me back in" ~Jeff Bridges
 :)

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1586/24285856272_db34a946e0_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/D14mXS)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on January 15, 2016, 14:02:17
South Africa 2009

500mm Ai-P D3
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5827/23426721542_a293b88230_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/BG9597)331 (https://flic.kr/p/BG9597) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr

500mm Ai-P D3
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/350/19861497405_45d70ddc4e_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/wg6ndr)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/wg6ndr) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on January 15, 2016, 14:05:20
What a wonderful thread!

South Africa

600mm AFS D3

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3777/18829182468_9fa5d24f0a_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uFStX3)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/uFStX3) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr


600mm AFS D3

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/487/18396173553_cf6b43017c_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/u2Bcu6)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/u2Bcu6) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on January 15, 2016, 14:12:16
Here the amazing 60mm Coastal Optics I borrowed from Bjørn on D3

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/323/19016853455_733a6b3ae7_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uYskZH)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/uYskZH) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr


This was when I realized that Bjørn and I where again and again standing next to each other pointing our lenses on much other subjects than animals  :o  :D
Like this image, 24-70mm G

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/450/19019652971_72d0f0d4c4_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uYGGce)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/uYGGce) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on January 15, 2016, 14:24:24
And here the APO Lanthar 125 2.5 - The lens and these images that linked Bjørn and I together - The lens was literally falling apart in two pieces when I borrowed it and I offered to repair it in the hut during the evening back in 2009...

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3896/19019727431_bf8b830b49_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uYH5k2)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/uYH5k2) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr


(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/335/19016682115_b683c8f9ba_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uYrt4z)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/uYrt4z) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on January 15, 2016, 14:33:55
These next two are borderline minimalistic but belong with the others I posted somehow  ???
I had some stupid idea to go shooting Safari with an 8mm... Turned out to be a challenge  :o

Joint venture project with Jakov and Bjørn during a unforgettable - loooong night session  ::)
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3709/19019769101_01784d1520_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uYHhHt)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/uYHhHt) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr

And here Jan Ann, Jakov and I heedlessly wandered off into the wilderness to shoot stars and consume some liquids....  ::)

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/378/19019953231_e7ebfffab2_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uYJes8)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/uYJes8) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on January 15, 2016, 14:38:12
Last one of the series I promise!  :o

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/525/19011190352_ed1e125de6_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uXXjy1)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/uXXjy1) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 15, 2016, 16:58:33
No, please, keep them coming! I specially enjoyed the first image in post #450 and the first 8mm  night shot. Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 15, 2016, 17:07:19
From Africa with love ... Erik developed a long-lasting relationship to the 125 APO-Lanthar .... now, transitioning to another climate ....
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: zuglufttier on January 15, 2016, 19:22:16
Very nice pictures in here!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 16, 2016, 01:05:30
'Minimalistic' is perhaps not the first thought that comes to mind when Dubai and its skyline are concerned. However, seen from the right angle and perspective, even the mighty Burj Khalifa skyscraper, still the tallest man-made structure on the planet, shrinks into more modest proportions. Very tiny in fact.

(Nikon D3S, AFS 35/1.4 G)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 16, 2016, 14:03:44
A new Berlin wall in Dubai?   Nice impression.

A floor. (perhaps also a bit 'unsharp') 

Df 105/1.8
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 16, 2016, 17:28:15
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1720/24390834886_b2661b6fc9_o.jpg)

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1677/23790274353_fc6011bd85_o.jpg)

Df Helios 44M2, 58mm/2
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Frank Fremerey on January 16, 2016, 18:09:52
I like the woozy fences, Fons!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 16, 2016, 18:54:04
Yellow
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1519/24011012639_070f7c539c_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on January 16, 2016, 22:24:44
Last one of the series I promise!  :o

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/525/19011190352_ed1e125de6_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/uXXjy1)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/uXXjy1) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr

Erik, nice series of fisheye images.  What is the bright square in the center of the sky?!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 16, 2016, 22:47:29
We invented or tried out a lot of UFOs during the long night. Well helped by good whisky if memory served. Some of these UFOs were captured inside the hemisphere covered by the 8mm ...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on January 16, 2016, 23:27:22
trying ...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 17, 2016, 01:12:50
Another French water lily (Nymphaea alba coll.) done in UV. Done with the UV-modified Nikon D40x and the Coastal Optics 60 mm f/4 APO lens.

(http://www.fotozones.com/live/uploads/monthly_06_2011/post-15-0-56579300-1307199608.jpg)

UV draws the water surface in delicate light tones. I really like the feeling of high key that prevails here.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 17, 2016, 01:52:35
Light plays in foliage.

Nikon AW1, 55 mm f/1.2 CRT Nikkor-O.


Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on January 17, 2016, 02:50:22
We invented or tried out a lot of UFOs during the long night. Well helped by good whisky if memory served. Some of these UFOs were captured inside the hemisphere covered by the 8mm ...

Bjørn, thanks for the technical info on the image in question.  I didn't know that a camera and/or a lens can share the enjoyment on good whisky with the living creatures.  :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on January 17, 2016, 12:54:38
Akita, it's my Girlfriends picture on my mobile phone ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on January 17, 2016, 21:14:48
Snow is inspiring. The upcoming sprout is on display in the 'this winter' thread.
It has been growing on since.


Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on January 17, 2016, 22:23:31
in the cold
edit: flipped the image, it seems to work better.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 17, 2016, 23:07:33
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1658/24078045799_4dac5e0aa4_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 17, 2016, 23:15:00
That is an elegangt approach with sufficient ambiguity to make it interesting over time too.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 18, 2016, 12:41:26
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1558/23829444384_3a5a2d322a_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 18, 2016, 16:48:32
We need some minimalistic injection. What is better suited than a red bollard against a water surface?

(http://www.fotozones.com/live/uploads/monthly_04_2013/post-15-0-09155400-1364830069.jpg)

A calm Danish lake was the victim of a Panasonic GH-2 and the 55 mm f/1.2 Nikkor-SC.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Frank Fremerey on January 18, 2016, 17:23:06
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1658/24078045799_4dac5e0aa4_h.jpg)

I feel the skin on this shoulder is edited too hard. It also should be turned 90°
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 18, 2016, 20:11:23
I thought it was a wall...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 18, 2016, 20:14:53
It looks like a wall to me too :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on January 18, 2016, 20:15:38
I thought it was a wall...

Me, too.  The dark brown thing on the right appears to be the back of a guitar.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 19, 2016, 02:11:28
Late dusk brings forth the 'Alpenglow' on the mountains encircling this calm inland fjord lake on he Western coast. Just two weeks to midsummer and still plenty of snow. The growing season here is short and hectic.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 19, 2016, 12:33:57
A beauty of a  'Alpenglow'.

A yellow lamp

D80  180/2.8

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on January 19, 2016, 12:55:52
Less is more. Thinking maybe I can also get $1 000 000 for this image.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 19, 2016, 18:44:41
Elsa, it's worth every penny!
Cool, John!
Bjørn are those orange colors real or have you pumped up the saturation? It looks like lava :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 19, 2016, 19:40:50
For a short while such colours are real indeed. Pumping up colours not really required.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 19, 2016, 20:32:42
Geometric ?
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1677/24191628581_cd551be772_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on January 19, 2016, 23:26:00
from a walk with friends. pipes. curves. lines.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 20, 2016, 13:34:20
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1546/24499143005_09c4da98f3_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Mike G on January 20, 2016, 13:43:23
Was it a foggy day.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 20, 2016, 13:46:50
A mirrored reflection, Mike.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 22, 2016, 20:42:43
An enchanted evening in the beginning of January many years ago, I waited for something to happen to the beautiful scenery in front of me. It was very cold and the batteries of the D1X were about to die so I had just the opportunity of a few shots. Then just as the alpenglow peaked at maximum intensity, a gaggle of birds flew into view and positioned themselves perfectly in the frame. I snapped a shot and the camera died on me. This is the outcome.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on January 22, 2016, 21:05:58
car wash, brush contact zone:

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 22, 2016, 22:24:03
Wood !
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1610/23818167784_30eca4acb5_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Alaun on January 22, 2016, 23:29:55
Eye Catcher  :D

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Lars Hansen on January 22, 2016, 23:31:24
We need some minimalistic injection. What is better suited than a red bollard against a water surface?

... a yellow one from Nordhavn, Denmark?  Fuji X-E1 and an old Minolta 55/1.7 ... I think.  Sweden in the Horizon on the last one - old Minolta 135mm.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Lars Hansen on January 22, 2016, 23:34:12
Less is more. Thinking maybe I can also get $1 000 000 for this image.

Sure Elsa .. just by selling a lot of them.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Alaun on January 22, 2016, 23:42:29
Sure Elsa .. just by selling a lot of them.

The original is rather small, perhaps about 80cm wide and has a larger width to height ratio (and is was taken on on film). Comparing it with his latest work, it is surprisingly unspectacular.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 22, 2016, 23:58:18
Sometimes it is not about the image as such being built in a minimalistic fashion, rather about the implied message. Here about exhibiting minimalistic brain power.

If you are going to torch your villa to claim insurance money, don't leave incrimination evidence at the burn site :D  (yes, taken on the site for an actual arson incidence in which the culprit did not get away. I wonder why?).
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Alaun on January 23, 2016, 00:09:48
Yes: 8)

"It's only a question of time"
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Alaun on January 23, 2016, 00:20:12
and sometimes its a question of color:

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: tommiejeep on January 23, 2016, 03:58:46
(http://images.nikonians.org/galleries/data/23381/D75_0418.jpg)
D750,24-120 f4VR
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 23, 2016, 21:10:42
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1626/24197764189_cac020af9a_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 23, 2016, 21:38:12
Art?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 23, 2016, 23:34:13
Spherical
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1682/24519532006_33e88ef71d_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 24, 2016, 12:15:47
The herald of spring in my country, Tussilago farfara, captured in one of those endless evenings steeped  in the soft Nordic light. A view that makes one forget all about the long cold winters.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Tristin on January 24, 2016, 21:34:46
Fantastic image Bjørn!

Some images from a couple days at a cabin.

(http://i.imgur.com/wODl5jS.jpg)
Nikkor 105mm f/1.8 @f/5.6

(http://i.imgur.com/jgqK6FG.jpg)
Nikkor 105mm f/1.8 + 5T @f/5.6
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 24, 2016, 22:47:05
Reminded me a little of some of the Brittany beaches I was walking on last summer :-)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1466/24250130500_16870070f2_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 26, 2016, 22:19:45
I have been away to Serbia and wasn't following NG that much.
I have so much catching up to do...
Once again, the images posted by all in this thread are fantastic!!!

One flew over Serbia :)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on January 26, 2016, 22:55:07
I have been away to Serbia and wasn't following NG that much.
I have so much catching up to do...
Once again, the images posted by all in this thread are fantastic!!!

One flew over Serbia :)

Jakov, THIS is fantastic!!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 26, 2016, 22:58:17
Amazing shot Jakov. It has all the ingredients to make it strong, balanced, interesting and a great visual impact. You fool me on first view until I recognized the subject...I thought it was a macro shot of some clothe :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 27, 2016, 00:14:05
Akira and Paco, I am humbled by your kind words :)
It doesn't happen often that I sit next to a window in a plane with a Df + 85/1.4 but on this occasion I was wise enough to do so.
Usually my gear ends up in the overhead luggage compartment and my laziness doesn't allow me to grab it when I see something interesting.
But because of the snow, I thought I might keep the tools in my lap for the flight :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on January 27, 2016, 20:25:57
... I thought I might keep the tools in my lap for the flight :)

Good call. It really is fantastic!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 28, 2016, 02:20:05
Thank you Hans!

Here is one more :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 28, 2016, 09:17:02
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1516/24296194799_e2d5797e28_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 28, 2016, 09:28:13
Very nice, Jakov.    Weird purple, structure, Fons.

One could argue it's unsharp, but it isn't. The reflection of the roof in De Pont on the 5.000 kilo glass object...

D800E - Voigtländer 58/1.4
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 28, 2016, 10:50:58
whether sharp or unsharp is not always relevant :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 28, 2016, 14:59:20
Fons that's excellent!!!! Impressive
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 30, 2016, 23:16:01
Water reflections from the side
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 30, 2016, 23:16:35
Water reflections from the top
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 30, 2016, 23:17:24
Water reflections from the bottom
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 30, 2016, 23:36:22
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1595/24684592676_e276a9909e_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: BillO on February 01, 2016, 04:36:18
One from early spring a couple years back with heavy yellow pine pollen coating all the new growth.

D600 with the 300mm ED-IF.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: BillO on February 01, 2016, 04:40:20
Mid-summer with the grasses in full greenery along the lakeside.  D600 with 24-70mm @70mm.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 01, 2016, 12:13:12
Shot with AW1, Bohinj, Slovenia.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 01, 2016, 12:59:07
A very mysterious one, Jakov  ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 01, 2016, 14:09:08
Thanks John!
I almost deleted the file because the lens was fogged up and covered in condensation from the chilly lake 8)
The only thing that saved the file was the fact that it was blurry :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on February 01, 2016, 14:35:31
Nice one Jakov ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 01, 2016, 18:28:04
Very suggestive Jakov.

  But now the lens was fogged up and covered in condensation from the chilly lake I know the secret...  8)  ;D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 01, 2016, 20:54:06
I was taking shots of Erik, and I wasn't looking of course at the rear LCD panel, so I had no clue that the lens was so mystical.
I tried to submerge the camera half way standing on the shore...
I did manage to get my shot regardless of the condensation though, posted earlier in other threads I suppose :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Tristin on February 01, 2016, 22:32:24
Nice shot Jakov!  The fog, the glowiness, the underwater element, all of it . . . so good!  I would straighten it myself, but a minor irk. 
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 01, 2016, 23:01:58
Nice shot Jakov!  The fog, the glowiness, the underwater element, all of it . . . so good!  I would straighten it myself, but a minor irk.

Thanks Tristin!
(I believe the image is straight, mountain rivers a rarely horizontal)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 02, 2016, 11:29:33
Bringing the best out of the CV125/2.5  ::)
I surely know how to display its characteristics of sharpness and bokeh :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: ArendV on February 02, 2016, 11:46:10
A nice one Jakov, not sure if this one is minimalistic enough?

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/398/19714662686_425c82ff64_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 02, 2016, 11:55:05
Arend, it's minimalist to me :)
How do manage to get them so sharp :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: ArendV on February 02, 2016, 12:02:23
OK good and chairs don't move even if it is windy here  ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 02, 2016, 15:26:16
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1462/24477811180_d337b8a936_o.jpg)

Get a life
  ;D

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 02, 2016, 20:20:31
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1575/24751754086_49a842fc46_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bill Mellen on February 03, 2016, 00:35:19
(https://billm7.smugmug.com/Family/Sydney-March-2012/i-JDBhzqN/7/XL/DSCF0123-XL.jpg) (https://billm7.smugmug.com/Family/Sydney-March-2012/i-JDBhzqN/A)

Click to view larger
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Tristin on February 03, 2016, 00:56:19
Lovely image Fons.  It is all lined up perfectly to insinuate a bird happy to return to it's home!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 03, 2016, 13:10:03
thank you Tristin

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1490/24765475516_b54e528954_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 03, 2016, 15:09:04
Some 'action' with the 28/2 K  ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 03, 2016, 16:43:44
Talking about minimalism  8)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 03, 2016, 19:12:25
Jakov, this is interesting.  What is this actually?  A negative image of round bokeh?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 03, 2016, 22:31:52
Yes, taken with D700+200/4 and PN-11. I was testing the combination bokeh against a strong light through branches, then scratch painted it :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 04, 2016, 00:43:35
Oh, yeah, scratch paint!  Thanks, Jakov!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 04, 2016, 01:25:54
In contrast to Jakov's experiments, this is straight-forward nature photography almost untouched off the camera. Couldn't be simpler.


Green on Green Minimalism


Alternatively, that early '50s Classic

Why reeks the goat

On yonder hill Who seems to dote

On chlorophyll


Pick one !!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 04, 2016, 10:07:45
Bjørn, you are a true inspiration to me :)
Here is my take: Yellow on Yellow

105/4 micro and PN-11
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Tristin on February 04, 2016, 10:09:50
Gorgeous image Jakov.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 04, 2016, 10:31:13
Continuing the 'colour on colour' theme.... An unlikely spin-off from a partial solar eclipse some years ago.

Blue On Blue
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 04, 2016, 11:51:08
Thanks Tristin!
Bjørn, fascinating blue pac-man  8)

Here is Red on Red, same combination:

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 04, 2016, 11:55:24
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1666/24183542453_d5c3955c11_o.jpg)

guess what?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on February 04, 2016, 12:22:40
Northern lights

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/651/23440918032_4fb7c8d19c_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/BHoQgb)_EGL8573 (https://flic.kr/p/BHoQgb) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 04, 2016, 20:45:17
Japanese art ?
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1627/23857469770_5bbb89661d_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 04, 2016, 20:52:50
Snow and picket fence, at dusk.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Tom Gresham on February 04, 2016, 23:42:38
I don't think I know what minimalism is.  Just trying to get a grasp on it from other other photos on this thread.

(https://tomgresham.smugmug.com/photos/i-DBCdZVp/0/XL/i-DBCdZVp-XL.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 05, 2016, 00:29:00
Wow, wow, wow, wait a minute!
Erik, Jacques, Bjørn, Tom, give me a moment here.
I need some time to process these images and get around them :)
Please give me some insights and share some knowledge with me :)
Do, what, where, when, how???

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 05, 2016, 01:17:26
Jakov: I shoot my neighbour's picket fence ever so often when I fetch my little red car from its garage. An early morning shot deep into the winter. 28 mm f/2.8 Nikkor, Fuji S3 Pro.

The 'green on green' image was captured with a D70 and a Russian 500 mm f/5.6 lens aptly named B.I.G. (no, it's not a joke). The subject is leaves of Common Reed (Phragmites australis).
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on February 05, 2016, 09:53:24
Nothing fancy, just an Image Inverted in Photoshop ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on February 06, 2016, 22:37:50
lying down
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 06, 2016, 23:20:50
The winds have been strong enough to inflate nets.
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1678/24642057772_cd0fd6730a_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 06, 2016, 23:35:33
So many excellent images here. Thanks for the inspiration.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Tristin on February 07, 2016, 10:49:42
Bjork, I really like the snow and picket fence image.  The tones are captivating, and am amused by the fence poking out of the snow.  Makes me imagine it is the spine of some fantastical skeleton!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 07, 2016, 11:53:57
The combination of long lenses and winter scenes is a reliable recipe for getting minimalistic images.

Here the sun is setting on a lake not yet entirely frozen over, despite the -25C air temperature that day. Open water and calm cold weather guarantee a lot of fog to soften the overall impression of the scene.

Nikon D3S, Nikkor 800 mm f/8 ED in focusing adapter AU-1. Straight off the camera.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 07, 2016, 12:12:04
Bjøøøøøøøørn  :o
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 07, 2016, 12:23:05
Sorry - did I do anything wrong? The 800 was my weapon of choice for that day because I did a test drive of the high-ISO capabilities of the D3S.  At 51200 ISO, I needed f/64 :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 09, 2016, 14:33:01
It's always nice to have a pedestrian crossing at your work place.
You never know what types of dangers you might endure were you to bump into some people  8)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 09, 2016, 23:10:32
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1532/24297583493_1b728c5fce_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 10, 2016, 15:38:53
D70 stripped of AA filter + 16/3.5 and R60 filter

scratch-painted as Akira eloquently named it :)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 10, 2016, 17:51:37
I love it when they end up being sharp :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: BW on February 10, 2016, 18:50:29
Love the pedestrian crossing Jakov :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: BW on February 10, 2016, 18:58:51
A stream with a ray of sunlight.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 10, 2016, 19:19:10
D70 stripped of AA filter + 16/3.5 and R60 filter

scratch-painted as Akira eloquently named it :)

Jakov, this is yet another nice scratch-paint which seems to form a genre now.  :)

A stream with a ray of sunlight.

Børge, this is a very nice abstraction!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on February 10, 2016, 20:52:25
A stream with a ray of sunlight.
Awesome. I like how the water stream details stand out from the background.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 10, 2016, 21:49:00
Unsharp, structured, but minimalistic and colourful as well
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 10, 2016, 22:32:23
Spring night at Lindesnes, southernmost point of mainland Norway.

(https://static.foto.no/linkeddata/portfolio/images/11637_orig.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: stenrasmussen on February 10, 2016, 22:59:03
The Flatiron.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 10, 2016, 23:14:41
Thank you Børge and Akira.
The images posted here are simply stunning and it doesn't stop!
Sten horror movie, Bjørn mellow, John rasta, Børge mysterious, really super!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 11, 2016, 07:59:02
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3693/10480653916_e7d328b12f_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 11, 2016, 10:31:01
Thaw has finally reached the mountain range ....
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on February 11, 2016, 20:11:21
headless - a splash of red lacquer on green
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 11, 2016, 21:35:49
Fons, I like the obvious barrel distortion. Very simplistic - minimalist.
Bjørn, surprises me yet again, not having a clue what it is or how it is achieved, but I love the contours and ancient blues.
Thomas, very artistic and inspirational, I will see if I have some paint lying around :)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on February 11, 2016, 21:49:24
Thaw has finally reached the mountain range ....
A branded zebra, bleeding. Very graphical and artistic.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 13, 2016, 00:21:39
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1635/24359390363_8ae697e110_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 13, 2016, 01:09:54
'nearly perfect'  ...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 13, 2016, 10:02:02
Jaques, oustanding!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 13, 2016, 11:13:19
Jacques, allow me to quote an outstanding photographer and say that your image is outstanding!
The shadows are not straight, meaning that the background is curved, or who knows.... :)
The black and white simplicity is really cool  8)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 13, 2016, 19:47:55
Jakov, many thanks for the comments, it is very encouraging because at times I wonder if my image is seen as just a set of squares against a white backdrop !
Going down !
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1582/24165950242_b3e992fc27_b.jpg)
 
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 13, 2016, 20:04:41
Fons, I like the obvious barrel distortion. Very simplistic - minimalist.
Bjørn, surprises me yet again, not having a clue what it is or how it is achieved, but I love the contours and ancient blues.
Thomas, very artistic and inspirational, I will see if I have some paint lying around :)

thank you Jakov
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 13, 2016, 23:28:32
Jakov, many thanks for the comments, it is very encouraging because at times I wonder if my image is seen as just a set of squares against a white backdrop !
Going down !

  Not at all. It has texture and depth. The separation from the -rounded?- wall plus the inclination of the light source gives the curve shadows a graphic rhythm  in crescendo that I find exquisite.
   
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 14, 2016, 00:15:39
I bought a set of extension rings in 2008.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 14, 2016, 15:53:27
Despite the rain...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on February 14, 2016, 16:43:20
Grey rainy day with minimalist light.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 14, 2016, 17:18:58
Inspired by Bruno.
The olive tree.
D300 + Zenit 85/1.5
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 14, 2016, 17:26:14
 i liked it so much, i had to post another :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 14, 2016, 18:41:15
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1622/24907454652_6e75dc3c37_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on February 14, 2016, 21:07:31
Very intriguing Jakov. Is it touching a window?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 14, 2016, 21:12:49
Nope, it's just out of focus that way.
I am going to sell off all my sharp lenses  ::)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 15, 2016, 13:47:49
The advantage of sharp lenses is you can make unsharp pictures with them if you so wish. Unsharp lenses, on the other hand, cannot make sharp photos.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 15, 2016, 13:51:01
Back on track, one of my earlier attempts at nature photography. Pictures from this series won me several prizes back in the ancient history of film. I must have been younger then?

Water Lobelia (Lobelia dortmanna) at dusk

 (Nikon F4, 300 mm f/4.5 ED-IF Nikkor. No tricks. No treats. It was f.i.l.m. Patience was the operative word back then)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 15, 2016, 14:03:21
What a super-light effect, Bjørn !
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 15, 2016, 14:19:18
There's that Nordic pink sky again!
Lovely, Bjørn!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: ArendV on February 15, 2016, 14:35:37
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7016/6817930617_e735fdae2c_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 15, 2016, 14:37:31
There's that Nordic pink sky again!
Lovely, Bjørn!

Lasts for about 30 minutes (max.) after the sun has set. After this stage, the blue and indigo hues prevail.

On an inland lake in a forest region, the water can become mirror-like calm just after the sun has gone under the horizon. When the wind picks up again, the mosquitoes and gnats attack in full force. So about time to pick up your stuff and flee.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on February 15, 2016, 21:05:48
one day after the grey
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 18, 2016, 12:30:06
D70 + 28/3.5K and a deep IR filter.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 18, 2016, 19:04:47
Ferry crossing over Boknafjord gives a lot of leisure and observation time.










Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: rosko on February 18, 2016, 20:31:56
Back on track, one of my earlier attempts at nature photography. Pictures from this series won me several prizes back in the ancient history of film. I must have been younger then
 

Wow ! 8) So delicate with pastel colors. No wonder this one was prized...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 18, 2016, 21:18:45
Bjørn, not if but when I become president of a country, may I use that photo as a flag :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Tristin on February 18, 2016, 21:24:15
I dig the hot air balloon image Jakov.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 18, 2016, 21:59:44
I dig the hot air balloon image Jakov.

Thank you very much, Tristin!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 18, 2016, 22:34:51
I spent a shooting day literally tethered to a point in my front yard. All was shot within a circle of < 2 m diameter. An interesting exercise.

Of course it hurts

(Karin Boye, 1935)

(https://static.foto.no/linkeddata/bildekritikk/images/newimages/999000-999999/999713_large_CF740746-D559-11E3-A953-42EDB1150DE9.jpg)

As might be surmised, the event used exotic lens(es) to their best advantage.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 18, 2016, 22:38:00
Descending
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1608/24893098411_b74f3bda20_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Tristin on February 19, 2016, 03:26:34
Bjørn, nice image!  The shapes and tones are very pleasant.

Jacques, interestig image.  Old elevator gate?  Is the white edited in?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Hugh_3170 on February 19, 2016, 04:08:25
Jacov, the Prime Minister of New Zealand (John Key) may well be VERY interested in this image as a new flag, as the New Zealanders struggle with the new flag political diversion that he has created over there.   ;D  ;D  ;D

Bjørn, not if but when I become president of a country, may I use that photo as a flag :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 19, 2016, 09:14:37
Awakening to reality

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 19, 2016, 09:58:33
Jacov, the Prime Minister of New Zealand (John Key) may well be VERY interested in this image as a new flag, as the New Zealanders struggle with the new flag political diversion that he has created over there.   ;D  ;D  ;D

I fully support the people of New Zealand to chose their own flag. I have seen some examples of possible future flags and I liked a few. It is very difficult to engage the population in such a dramatic change but I wish them courage and success, and I respect the Prime Minister for his initiative :)

Once a new flag is chosen for the Kiwis I suspect the Ausies are going to to do the same, but the Kiwis would always be able to say, we did it first :)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 19, 2016, 22:05:20
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1513/24556822639_9028170969_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on February 19, 2016, 22:17:11
[pic]
Cool stumble!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on February 20, 2016, 20:32:25
Jack, your post #616 is awesome!

My try.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 20, 2016, 22:10:35
Jack, your post #616 is awesome!

My try.

I agree Jacques' is great, but so is yours Mr Cremers!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Chip Chipowski on February 21, 2016, 04:06:42
Hospital
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on February 21, 2016, 10:08:20
I agree Jacques' is great, but so is yours Mr Cremers!

Cheers Mr. Minić !
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 22, 2016, 19:38:44
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1479/25061195902_5fc7e8ee00_h.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: HCS on February 22, 2016, 20:01:59
Stop it !! All those incredible pictures  :o
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 22, 2016, 20:59:23
Jacques is a specialist minimalist :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on February 22, 2016, 23:45:03
Horizontals (almost).
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 23, 2016, 00:03:04
Anthony, they look like 4 sunsets after each other, cool!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on February 23, 2016, 11:23:07
Thanks, Jacov, it is actually a wooden venetian blind with the sun behind.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 23, 2016, 19:52:29
Follow the signs
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1569/24452593749_c87ee96640_b.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 23, 2016, 19:55:48
Fountain...

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 23, 2016, 19:58:29
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1665/25192267676_6f9d45caa5_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 27, 2016, 00:17:00
Grating Rainbow.

(W-Nikkor 3.5 cm f/1.8 )

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 27, 2016, 07:49:14
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1657/24610203703_f61093fa56_o.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 28, 2016, 00:55:40
No Title
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 28, 2016, 08:47:41
I would baptize it as Zebra :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 28, 2016, 08:54:12
thanks
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: BW on February 28, 2016, 09:27:51
Bjørn, on #631, was that painted on the surface or is it light splitted thru a prism? Very nice picture by the way :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 28, 2016, 09:31:30
I recorded exactly what was in front of me. The sunlight entered a Metro station through gridded overhead screens and I assume this created the rainbow pattern.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 28, 2016, 09:33:21
I would baptize it as Zebra :)

No, more like a creation of the Df's uncanny ability to generate contrast of scenes in which no contrast is to be found (actually, window reflections onto white snow. With the naked eye one could barely discern any pattern at all)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 29, 2016, 12:42:13
A Paler Shade of White

by Nikon D3X and the AFS 200/2 + TC14E.2
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on March 01, 2016, 18:38:05
D750, an unknown derivative of Ai AF Nikkor 50/1.4 without aperture or focusing mechanism.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 01, 2016, 18:42:10
Bjørn, inspirational. Akira, showing off what flat field is  ;D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on March 01, 2016, 18:55:02
Bjørn, inspirational. Akira, showing off what flat field is  ;D

Jakov, I'd rather say, "reminder of what flat field is."  :D
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 02, 2016, 17:42:08
Could equally well be posted under "Pictorial UV", but I chose to put it here.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on March 02, 2016, 20:18:11
D750, AF-S50/1.8G.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 02, 2016, 21:42:46
Lichens on an old bollard.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 02, 2016, 22:59:10
Could equally well be posted under "Pictorial UV", but I chose to put it here.

Bjørn, you fascinate me. Is this a scan?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 02, 2016, 23:06:45
No. My notes say F3, 45/2.8 GN.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on March 02, 2016, 23:55:04
No. My notes say F3, 45/2.8 GN.

Then it should be a scan...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 03, 2016, 10:51:07
Oh, sorry. I misunderstood the question and thought it to imply a scanner had been the imaging device as such. The images were recorded on film and accordingly had to be digitised. I used the medium-format LS8000 scanner so I could do two film strips lying parallel to each other.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 03, 2016, 11:00:15
This image, on the other hand, is a true-born child of the digital era (D200) and the famous 14-24 Nikkor. It was the chief outcome of my 11.11.11 Day Project of shooting (you might have guessed) 11 frames.

I had found the location a few days earlier and noted the prolific occurrence of Scented Mayweed (Matricaria perforata; Asteraceae) under a highway fly-over. This is a weed that is able to flower almost around the year even at my latitude. Thus the pre-visualisation already had been at work before I arrived on location that day. Unfortunately, a spell of nocturnal frost the previous day had killed off most of the plants and made them droop. Getting the image was an exercise in lying on my back and shooting the remaining plants from below. Wet and cold, but I got my picture. I did a number of takes and this version is my reference. It prints beautifully over a double-page spread by the way.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 03, 2016, 18:39:37
Bjørn, simply fantastic!
So you stacked 11 images one on top of the other?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 03, 2016, 19:36:38
Nah. Just 11 single captures for that day. I was curious what I might come up with given that [voluntary] limitation. Five of the images were different interpretations of the Mayweed - Road Bridge Theme. As the frost-impacted plants had lost most of their vigour and it was a grey, windy day, composing the scene with the plants moving randomly around was not entirely straight-forward.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on March 03, 2016, 19:47:55
Impressive Graphical image. UV, I guess?   Was it a project for 11 frames for 11 days?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 03, 2016, 19:50:20
It's IR (hint: 14-24 Nikkor used). The date 11.11.11 set the scope, namely, take 11 images during that day.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 03, 2016, 19:53:28
Here is another of the 11 frames. The number '11' is conveyed in various fashions.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on March 03, 2016, 20:39:59
Impressive images and processes, Bjørn.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eddie Draaisma on March 03, 2016, 21:44:49
.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 03, 2016, 21:46:54
Nice catch, Eddie.
The flag almost mirrors the roof of the entrance :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on March 03, 2016, 21:56:15
Eddie, Jakov nailed it.  Impressive image indeed!

The flag also looks like a magic carpet for the "tourist party".
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eddie Draaisma on March 03, 2016, 22:15:03
Thanks Jakov and Akira
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: BW on March 03, 2016, 22:36:58
Very nice Bjørn! These pictures are truly graphic masterpieces. Eddie, great capture! The red against the blue sky pleases the eyes.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: BW on March 03, 2016, 22:45:36
My try. "Life and death"
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 04, 2016, 12:04:42
Børge: That eagle had to make a run for it ... Perfect framing to enhance the graphic impact.

Eddie: Beautiful execution. I'm impressed.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 04, 2016, 12:05:43
Still Waters Run Deep

(D200, 80-200/4 Nikkor)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on March 04, 2016, 14:34:56
Very inspirational images Bjørn, Eddie and Børge. Thanks for sharing them.
I couldn't comment on each of them, but each photos you have posted shows how far "out of the box" possibly anyone could visualize (and pre-visualize).  Thanks again!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 04, 2016, 16:03:50
Thanks go to you too :D

I frequently hear the strange statement "everything has been photographed. There is nothing more to discover in photography". Is that really so?

The obvious answer is just "try again". There are are no limits as to what and how something can be photographed other than those restrictions we carry in our own mindset and imagination.

To better understand the above, compare my previous photo and this one*, taken the same day, from the exact same vantage point, same camera and lens, within minutes of the previous frame,

*(I think this has been posted before, so bear over me, it is presented here as 'evidence' to prove a major point)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 04, 2016, 16:17:07
... the story continues ...

Now, what was the reason for me to propel myself to this location? It was the breaking up of ice on a small lowland river that I most conveniently could document from a bridge running over it. Thus this was (part of) the scenery that I saw at first, ie. what one observed *before* the eyes commenced to look at the scene itself and what resided there.

Again, same camera, same lens, and each within minutes of the next frame.

(for this picture, it is pretty obvious that the Zoom-Nikkor 80-200/4 has a focus shift in IR. The zoom creep comes in play as well. The image lacks critical sharpness. As the D200 has no Live View, I didn't catch this issue properly at the time. Thus I'm reminded to use alternate camera supporting LiveView should I continue using this zoom lens for IR. The D5300 now has replaced the D200 for this , and other, reasons.)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: BW on March 04, 2016, 19:53:02
I frequently find myself thinking what you wrote Bjørn. Framing a scene differently is quite a challenge sometimes. One have to use all the tools in the toolbox. Creativity comes and goes like the waves in the ocean. And sometimes I´m not even close to the beach ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 04, 2016, 19:57:28
Børge, that is a funny one :)
What were they doing?
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: BW on March 04, 2016, 20:08:04
I think both had an itch behind the ear :) I was just waiting for a pose.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on March 04, 2016, 22:52:33
Hedge in the rain
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 04, 2016, 23:07:38
Bruno, sparkling! :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on March 05, 2016, 00:15:04
I thought about you when I saw the light :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bill Mellen on March 05, 2016, 00:40:39
My try. "Life and death"

What a nice image!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: BW on March 06, 2016, 12:52:28
Thanks Bill! The raven has an annual tradition of cleaning out the fieldfare nests. But the colony around my house provide some sort of group protection. Sometimes the crow get all covered with trush droppings and are grounded until they get their feathers cleaned.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on March 08, 2016, 09:07:33
Fresh chestnut leafs in the morning sun
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 11, 2016, 15:27:03
Take Us To Your Leader
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on March 12, 2016, 03:29:25
Bench
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Longhiker on March 12, 2016, 07:11:47
Prison of choice.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 12, 2016, 20:55:58
Bob, impressive prison. I like it a lot.
Here is my drive by shooting of something that can fly, hence could have posted it in those threads :)

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 13, 2016, 16:47:24
This capture of cherry blossoms could be put in the 'Pictorial UV' thread as well. However, we must make a choice where to post and stick to that.

Nikon D200, 35/1.4 AIS, Baader U2 filter. (Any visible banding is due to downscaling into a smaller colour space)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: charlie on March 13, 2016, 17:32:40
UV with the 35mm f/1.4 AIS!?! Blasphemy, I'll have to try.

Jakov, love that aeroplane shot!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 13, 2016, 19:12:13
Thank you, Charlie!
Here is one made in Sremski Karlovci of all places :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on March 13, 2016, 23:54:48
Thank you, Charlie!
Here is one made in Sremski Karlovci of all places :)
Going to bed now, smiling  ;D. Nice one, nice PP. Good eye and framing.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on March 14, 2016, 18:18:16
These are all beauty's


A sign of spring?

Df-Nikon 70-210/ f/4 E.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on March 14, 2016, 21:35:56
Jakov, Jakov, Jakov... ;D


   Excellent shot. You took a measurable risk with the empty space. It works. Gives more presence to the surreal floor -love the pp- Again, weird and successful composition. Empty, weird, funky colors, unbalanced harmony, visual impact, surreal reality. What is there not to like!

   
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: null on March 14, 2016, 21:59:23
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5595/15299224231_7600acf3d4_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/piWwm8)Upstairs_fireplace (https://flic.kr/p/piWwm8) by fiftyonepointsix (https://www.flickr.com/photos/90768661@N02/), on Flickr

Nikkor-W 2.8cm F3.5, Yellow filter, on the M Monochrom.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 14, 2016, 22:19:06
Paco, Paco, Paco, thank you so much!
Believe it or not it's not a floor but a roof top :)
Title: Peep-ho!
Post by: ColinM on March 15, 2016, 19:57:22
Seeing Brian's image reminded me of the place this was taken

(http://www.pbase.com/celidh/image/161271279/original.jpg)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on March 15, 2016, 21:46:51
peeping through wholes of different shapes... this

squared (https://flic.kr/p/yFS6XV) by lumofisk (https://www.flickr.com/photos/114702672@N04/), on Flickr
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 15, 2016, 23:01:16
Thomas, the peeping holes are really nice :)
Nice framing and depth of field.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on March 15, 2016, 23:07:02
Thomas, the peeping holes are really nice :)
Nice framing and depth of field.
Thank you, Jakov. One should never ignore a nice row of bike stands  8)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eddie Draaisma on March 16, 2016, 20:27:35
.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 16, 2016, 23:51:29
Eddie, simple, elegant and it possesses blues :)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 17, 2016, 00:16:31
A Spring Snake.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 22, 2016, 22:32:50
Fallen Myoporum flowers.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on March 22, 2016, 22:45:10
Minimalist self portrait in Utrecht
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 24, 2016, 21:43:34
A local friend of mine in the bathroom of my apartment in Christchurch, New Zealand. I chatted with him every morning, until by accident one morning was not entirely awake and might have stepped on him, poor creature. Never saw him again, but I had his likeness taken.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 25, 2016, 01:57:15
A native raspberry from my back garden.

(1 V1, 50/0.75 Heligon)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Eddie Draaisma on March 25, 2016, 09:15:51
A local friend of mine in the bathroom of my apartment in Christchurch, New Zealand. I chatted with him every morning, until by accident one morning was not entirely awake and might have stepped on him, poor creature. Never saw him again, but I had his likeness taken.

As simple as possible, but not simpler than that. Truly impressive (but clicking it over here and nothing happens  ;D).
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on March 25, 2016, 22:24:54
Minimal disorder...
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 01, 2016, 15:25:21
Dutch Ministries in The Hague.
Df + 45P
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 03, 2016, 14:11:27
This photo is dedicated to the best basketball player of all times, Magic Johnson and his LA Lakers :)
Df + Heligon drinking freshly squeezed orange juice.

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Harald on April 03, 2016, 14:15:00
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1505/24183491761_9c4e4abeee_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CR1Hyv)

Minimalistic enough? Even the lantern is missing.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on April 03, 2016, 15:19:19
I think you are on the target so to speak.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Harald on April 03, 2016, 15:25:26
Perhaps i forgot a smily. ;)
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Akira on April 03, 2016, 16:35:23
This photo is dedicated to the best basketball player of all times, Magic Johnson and his LA Lakers :)
Df + Heligon drinking freshly squeezed orange juice.

Jakov, this is a fine color composition!
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on April 03, 2016, 22:49:13
Jakov, this is a fine color composition!
Yes!

   You keep pushing the boundaries of your images and I´m enjoying it every time. Thanks for sharing it.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 03, 2016, 23:00:31
Akira and Paco, thank you very much for your kind words!
I am so happy to receive compliments from distinguished photographers!

Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on April 04, 2016, 12:13:45
Bob, impressive prison. I like it a lot.
Here is my drive by shooting of something that can fly, hence could have posted it in those threads :)

This photo is dedicated to the best basketball player of all times, Magic Johnson and his LA Lakers :)
Df + Heligon drinking freshly squeezed orange juice.

Both the photos above are taking this thread to another level Jakov. I can't stop admiring these photos.
Title: Re: minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 04, 2016, 12:43:55
Anirban, you made me blush  :-[
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: MFloyd on April 04, 2016, 21:22:56
Fuerteventura, kitesurfer paradise, guard watchtower:



Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Eddie Draaisma on April 04, 2016, 22:02:00
.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on April 04, 2016, 22:32:33
Laces and frills lingerie.

*Very* elegant and delicate approach.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on April 05, 2016, 22:59:39
on speed
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on April 08, 2016, 21:39:54
Nice colours and effect, Thomas.

This one could also be something with a structure, I guess.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: MFloyd on April 14, 2016, 09:42:05
Geneva Lake, Montreux, winter view:
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 14, 2016, 09:48:58
The blues by MFloyd. Really nice.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 16, 2016, 10:05:39
At the airport.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on April 16, 2016, 16:13:51
Wow Jakov, really nice (#719) and real minimalism!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on April 16, 2016, 16:55:54
'carved from light'
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on April 16, 2016, 17:12:08
Now we're talking :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on April 16, 2016, 17:24:10
Interesting rendering Thomas! Surely very minimalistic :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on April 16, 2016, 17:28:19
Here is a moose in pitch dark. The ISO was definately in HIxxx area. Couldnt see it but heared in front of me. Focus was guesstimated.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on April 16, 2016, 17:37:18
Colourise this green and you have the perfect night-vision shot.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on April 16, 2016, 18:06:05
BW - darn interesting shot.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on April 16, 2016, 18:55:50
It does show that our cameras can do a lot more than we think. DR doesnt nessessary have to be 14 EV to make a picture.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 16, 2016, 20:33:13
Thomas, I love it!
Borge, I love it!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on April 16, 2016, 21:11:50
Wow, is all i can say. Thomas, that seems like a tulip. Here's one of mine:
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 16, 2016, 21:31:05
Wow Jakov, really nice (#719) and real minimalism!

Thank you Mr Cremers.
You shot is really nice too, although I haven't got a clue what it is :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on April 16, 2016, 21:34:16
... although I haven't got a clue what it is :)

 :D :D

It's indeed a tulip, but through the 135 with a reversed 35 in front of it. There ... i spoiled my secret  ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: MFloyd on April 16, 2016, 23:46:06
Beautiful pictures !
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on April 17, 2016, 00:18:59
Now we're talking :D
Thanks Bjørn, that was a very inspiring comment on an inspiring flower  ;D

Interesting rendering Thomas! Surely very minimalistic :)
Børge, the photo takes a lot of pushing and squeezing without falling apart.
In contrast to the grey weather I wanted it deep, dark, rich and vibrant.

Thomas, I love it!
Borge, I love it!
Gotcha 8) freethinking pitch adjustment

Wow, is all i can say. Thomas, that seems like a tulip. Here's one of mine:
Yes, tulip it is. And thanks. Appreciate it.
Yous reminds of amitosis. Very abstract.

Beautiful pictures !
A pleasure, you are welcome. Thanks!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on April 17, 2016, 00:26:25
Here is a moose in pitch dark. The ISO was definately in HIxxx area. Couldnt see it but heared in front of me. Focus was guesstimated.
This is to my liking!
Since some time I think about how to make use the HIest of the ISO settings.
Very inspiring, including Bjørn's remark on tinting it to make it more accessible for the spectator.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: the solitaire on April 27, 2016, 14:32:48
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1514/26675104195_9e54f1f16b_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GDbT8z)_DSC7228 (https://flic.kr/p/GDbT8z) by b j (https://www.flickr.com/photos/132836932@N03/), on Flickr

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1623/25665719992_9a1fe580cb_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/F6ZwnE)DSC_5597-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/F6ZwnE) by b j (https://www.flickr.com/photos/132836932@N03/), on Flickr

(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1564/25589177341_59bdb81686_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/EZedUM)DSC_5417-Edit-Edit (https://flic.kr/p/EZedUM) by b j (https://www.flickr.com/photos/132836932@N03/), on Flickr

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5698/23167470666_10e63d747b_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/BiekTq)DSC_1624 (https://flic.kr/p/BiekTq) by b j (https://www.flickr.com/photos/132836932@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on April 28, 2016, 23:38:15
Nice lights
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 28, 2016, 23:54:55
The camera body is really nice. Like the Sun is shining from it :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: the solitaire on April 29, 2016, 10:16:09
Thank you Jakov. The idea for this photo was one of my girlfriend. I had tha camera on the dashboard of our car while we passed a lit store sign at night. She saw the image at the moment the light shone out through the lens. From a little experimenting I found this works best with my 105mm lens on the F which gives the most even lighting with a small sized lens. I guess other, longer tele lenses will do well too, but they are bigger of course.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 29, 2016, 10:23:16
Buddy, how many girlfriends do you have  ;D
The idea is great, and yes, a lens with a 77mm thread might look even better... worth experimenting :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: the solitaire on April 29, 2016, 12:24:47
One girlfriend with millions of ideas Jakov  ;D

I could try a similar shot of my F3 and mount an 85mm f1,4 lens on it. Not sure if the magnification effect of the 85mm lens gives off an even lightbulb like the one through the 105mm but it certainly is worth a try.

The technical execution is really simple. Camera on tripod in front of an off-white interior door with a lightsource pointed at the door, but behind the camera. Shot taken handheld with a 50'ish mm lens

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: the solitaire on May 01, 2016, 00:05:11
Buddy, how many girlfriends do you have  ;D
The idea is great, and yes, a lens with a 77mm thread might look even better... worth experimenting :)

Tried this today and regardless of the angle and distance I took it just did not work. With the 85mm f1,4 I just get a faint spot on th ecenter of th elens but not the clear edge I got with the 105mm. Tried it with the 105mm on my F3 and it worked fine again. Not quite certain about the math behind it but I will work that out
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on May 01, 2016, 00:17:40
Tried this today and regardless of the angle and distance I took it just did not work. With the 85mm f1,4 I just get a faint spot on th ecenter of th elens but not the clear edge I got with the 105mm. Tried it with the 105mm on my F3 and it worked fine again. Not quite certain about the math behind it but I will work that out

Was the aperture fully open?
I hope you get it :)
Show us the faint spot :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: the solitaire on May 01, 2016, 01:24:17
I will process the files tomorrow. I also made a few shots with the 105mm mounted on the F3 so I will at least have something to show. :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: the solitaire on May 01, 2016, 02:17:17
moved to camera talk :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on May 01, 2016, 07:00:27
Solitaire: consider moving the camera shots, nicely minimalistic as they are, to the appropriate thread in Camera Talk. As these are your own posts moving ought to be feasible. If not then an Amin can do this for you.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Joost Bollens on May 01, 2016, 21:46:43
at the place where I live...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on May 02, 2016, 01:40:42
A detail of a kind of  the Areca Palm...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on May 02, 2016, 20:18:15
Buddy (the solitaire) - I like each of your shots. Very creative and story-telling.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on May 02, 2016, 21:24:12
'seafarer's highway' (posted here, but may fit 'best unsharp photo' as well)

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on May 03, 2016, 05:31:53
Vacant lot.

Df and 28mm f2 AI-S.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on May 05, 2016, 13:09:29
trying again.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on May 05, 2016, 18:16:36
Hans, I don't know how you made it, but I love it!
Greetings from Edinburgh  8)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 05, 2016, 18:19:35
Hans, it looks like a macro fisheye  ???  Very cool
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on May 05, 2016, 20:48:21
trying again.
Nice!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on May 05, 2016, 20:59:08
Thanks gents, appreciated.

The technique used isn't really new at all, it certainly isn't a macro fish eye  ;D

I' using a wide angle reversed on top of a (short) tele. So, in this example i think a 35 reversed on top of a 135.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on May 06, 2016, 08:23:59
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1511/26222509821_8652802154_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: the solitaire on May 06, 2016, 10:17:38
I am not sure where best to place these. Minimalist or monochromatic?

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7333/26779026331_612a1ed400_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GNnvyx)Hands (https://flic.kr/p/GNnvyx) by b j (https://www.flickr.com/photos/132836932@N03/), on Flickr

I already posted this one under patterns but the three make a nice set

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7073/26573667220_1e21e5281e_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GudZsd)Spiderbatthingy (https://flic.kr/p/GudZsd) by b j (https://www.flickr.com/photos/132836932@N03/), on Flickr

Did I say three? Yep, three (this one could go under unsharp photos, but it is not that unsharp)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7258/26812453546_d34320d2a8_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GRjQiQ)The Orb (https://flic.kr/p/GRjQiQ) by b j (https://www.flickr.com/photos/132836932@N03/), on Flickr

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on May 07, 2016, 00:12:25
The fire escape.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: the solitaire on May 07, 2016, 11:50:01
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7556/26771974652_38c2b6dc2c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GMKnkS)DSC_8423 (https://flic.kr/p/GMKnkS) by b j (https://www.flickr.com/photos/132836932@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on May 07, 2016, 13:40:51
Jakov, nice!

Buddy, well seen. Is this all in camera?

Some of mine, first flower related.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on May 07, 2016, 13:42:07
Then, some more mundane subjects, but full throttle (meaning all sliders to the max)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: the solitaire on May 07, 2016, 18:41:25
Hans, most of the images comes out of the camera more or less like I show them.

On the Blue Orb series I added a little clarity, intensified the black a little and that was it. Not even sharpening. Then again, the room was pitch black when I took the photos and focusing, even at f1,2 was tricky enough. I took about 50 photos to get these 3.

On the doors I shot a few testers, then set exposure manually, shofted the lens down a bit and hoped for the best.

When I got home the surrounding wall had a bit more detail then I had hoped for so I burned the surrounding wall a bit and cloned out a pillar. I also cloned some of the dark areas in the lower left and right to the top of the image to isolate the doors.

Looking at the image I had in front of me I did not like it so I went back to one of the original test exposures, straightened the image. Then I added a bit to the highlights, some clarity and contrast and exported the JPG.

You can find the NEF file here:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/85keha4ys2j7ev6/DSC_8423.NEF?dl=0

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on May 07, 2016, 21:29:13
Hans, most of the images comes out of the camera more or less like I show them.

On the Blue Orb series I added a little clarity, intensified the black a little and that was it. Not even sharpening. Then again, the room was pitch black when I took the photos and focusing, even at f1,2 was tricky enough. I took about 50 photos to get these 3.

On the doors I shot a few testers, then set exposure manually, shofted the lens down a bit and hoped for the best.

When I got home the surrounding wall had a bit more detail then I had hoped for so I burned the surrounding wall a bit and cloned out a pillar. I also cloned some of the dark areas in the lower left and right to the top of the image to isolate the doors.

Looking at the image I had in front of me I did not like it so I went back to one of the original test exposures, straightened the image. Then I added a bit to the highlights, some clarity and contrast and exported the JPG.

You can find the NEF file here:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/85keha4ys2j7ev6/DSC_8423.NEF?dl=0

Thanks for the extra info Buddy

I was not critiqueing, just curious how you did it. It is a kick ass image!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: the solitaire on May 08, 2016, 00:16:21
Hans, I wouldn't mind critique either. It's welcome at any time. In this case I expected already that you were curious, which is why I provided the NEF as well to see how the in-camera results compared to the final image. Personally I always find these processes interesting when seeing images made by others so it could happen at any time that I ask to compare a final edit with an NEF to allow me to learn something new or unexpected.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on May 08, 2016, 09:49:06
Hans, I wouldn't mind critique either. It's welcome at any time. In this case I expected already that you were curious, which is why I provided the NEF as well to see how the in-camera results compared to the final image. Personally I always find these processes interesting when seeing images made by others so it could happen at any time that I ask to compare a final edit with an NEF to allow me to learn something new or unexpected.

Thanks Buddy, that's appreciated.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on May 16, 2016, 22:19:18
'not yet finished with the tulips'
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on May 16, 2016, 22:21:50
'never be finished with the tulips'
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on May 16, 2016, 22:49:09
Then, some more mundane subjects, but full throttle (meaning all sliders to the max)
Hans, the last one of these - I like it a lot!
It's about how the structure (from machining?) is pronounced, the light and the black framing.
Balance is cept by the one line in the upper area..
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on May 16, 2016, 22:50:59
'never be finished with the tulips'
Well, more precisely I ment to say 'not yet finished with the tulips' in spring 2016

There seems a lot more captures in them  ::) 8)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on May 17, 2016, 07:14:48
Hans, the last one of these - I like it a lot!
It's about how the structure (from machining?) is pronounced, the light and the black framing.
Balance is cept by the one line in the upper area..

Thanks Thomas. It is from machining. It's the handle bar on a shower cabinet, the line on top is the reflection in the surface of the drawer the handle bar is on.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsa hoffmann on May 17, 2016, 08:20:46
Minimalist enough?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on May 19, 2016, 19:45:51
Here is a moose in pitch dark. The ISO was definately in HIxxx area. Couldnt see it but heared in front of me. Focus was guesstimated.
One of the few times I've seen fixed pattern noise contribute to the shot. 
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on May 19, 2016, 23:52:47
Beautiful examples posted here.


Fabrics
A crop with D800E  -  Angenieux 35-70/2.5
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on May 20, 2016, 07:48:37
With 135/2 Ais on D800:
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on May 21, 2016, 11:12:42
Kieth, I wonder what the orange stripe is? Really nice!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on May 21, 2016, 11:19:31
... I wonder what the orange stripe is? ...

It must be a vapour trail.

I also really like the picture. However, for the minimalism thread, i'd have liked the foreground trees to be out of focus more, they are quite defined (which is probable desired for other purposes). IMHO of course.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on June 28, 2016, 14:30:13
I just love this thread!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on June 28, 2016, 23:09:49
It has been a while since I have posted a photo in this lovely thread :)
A bit of inverted rain.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on June 28, 2016, 23:38:18
Dynamic, strong graphic impact. The contrast in line with the harsh flying thingies. Difficult to decipher -what is going on?-. You still keep the imperfections and I think they work, even in this minimalist thread. It sounds like water but also metalic. What is it?

 Don´t tell me :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on July 03, 2016, 11:06:01
Jakov, I am again amazed by your ability to see things differently.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on July 03, 2016, 11:15:43
Indeed, great graphics, Jakov.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on July 04, 2016, 05:06:59
Paco, Bruno, and John are top persons!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on July 04, 2016, 06:36:12
It must be a vapour trail.

I also really like the picture. However, for the minimalism thread, i'd have liked the foreground trees to be out of focus more, they are quite defined (which is probable desired for other purposes). IMHO of course.

Yes, it is a so-called 'contrail' from a commercial jet at or just after sundown.  I agree that it's not as minimal as some have been.  If this thread demonstrates anything, it's that the term "minimalist" is open to wide interpretation. 
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on July 04, 2016, 09:40:47
Aquatic plant
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on July 04, 2016, 09:50:51
Your aquatic plant is Persicaria amphibia (Polygonum amphibium). A very strange plant that thrives equally well on dry land as being entirely submersed (a behaviour reflected in its species epithet). Later in the season, it has aerial spikes densely packed with pink flowers.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on July 04, 2016, 10:18:55
Thanks Bjørn.  That explains why it is flourishing on the Ven, a lake with sandy earth where waterlevels fluctuate enormously. With the massive rain in June the whole area is overfloated with sub -lakes. In hot summers the lake can disappear.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Frank Fremerey on July 04, 2016, 10:33:27
The dog and the glowing ball. Visionary series, Buddy!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Les Olson on July 04, 2016, 10:38:01
One of my favourite minimalists is the Japanese (or Japanese-American) photographer Hiroshi Sugimoto (http://www.sugimotohiroshi.com/).  He is most famous for his seascapes (http://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection#!?q=Sugimoto&sortBy=Relevance&sortOrder=asc&page=1).  A while ago I spent a few weeks living in a house on the bottom edge of Australia, overlooking the Southern Ocean - which I have not seen a Sugimoto photograph of.  This is mine.

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on July 04, 2016, 12:19:51
More aquatics. This time Carex lasiocarpa (Slender Sedge), taken with my Fuji S5Pro and the Nikon 70-210 mm f/4 SE lens.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Frank Fremerey on July 31, 2016, 09:25:18
White Stripes
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: MFloyd on July 31, 2016, 19:33:46
This has already been published in another thread http://nikongear.net/revival/index.php/topic,4052.0/topicseen.html   

But I thought, this one belongs also in this thread  :)

(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8572/28535843202_b7f80e27d8_k.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Matthew Currie on August 11, 2016, 03:01:12
Life goes on.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: kruemmelkasper on August 20, 2016, 01:10:15
(https://c4.staticflickr.com/6/5756/22194664283_59acbacc37_b.jpg)

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on August 31, 2016, 22:30:27
Flower...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on August 31, 2016, 22:37:50
The yellow flower is Senecio inaequidens, an invasive species from South Africa, now spreading rapidly in Europe (its Norwegian name contains "boer" to stress the origin. Don't know the English name, the genus is Ragwort). It is poisonous to livestock.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on August 31, 2016, 22:46:01
Thanks Bjørn.  According to a Dutch flora site the name is Narrow-leaved Ragwort (or South African Ragwort) In  Dutch it is Bezemkruiskruid, no relation to Boer there ;)  http://wilde-planten.nl/bezemkruiskruid.htm (http://wilde-planten.nl/bezemkruiskruid.htm)

It's so invasive that it pops up in my front door...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on August 31, 2016, 22:48:07
I see it everywhere along the major roads when I visit my Dutch friends. Must have become very common.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on August 31, 2016, 22:53:49
Yes, it's a general species here. The plant apparently came with the import of wool. It established it's position between 1925 and 1949. (according to the earlier mentioned website)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on August 31, 2016, 22:56:35
Found this whilst looking for the Senecio in my archives. Don't remember if it has been posted before, though.

D40X, 200/3.5 ED-IF.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on August 31, 2016, 23:11:38
Bjørn, I am glad you found it and showed it to us.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on September 01, 2016, 00:40:58
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8048/29370841695_9315718ca9_o.jpg)

as simple as 1 2 3
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on September 05, 2016, 16:15:10
Lake
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on September 05, 2016, 18:18:08
John, that's beautiful!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Martine Henry on September 05, 2016, 20:01:15
Going through my hard drive full of photos I stumbled upon this minimalist photo I took in Cres, Croatia back in 2010.

Show me how you see minimalism! :)

Beautiful picture.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on September 05, 2016, 20:50:02
Thanks, Jakov.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on September 05, 2016, 21:18:12
Unfortunately, not very minimalistic, just what I found from a quick search.

(D500, AFS 24/1.8)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on September 05, 2016, 22:07:07
Agreed, not minimalistic, but very striking.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on September 06, 2016, 23:32:04
God save the Queen.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on September 07, 2016, 18:28:48
Catching up with this thread; tons of great photos!!

Found this whilst looking for the Senecio in my archives. Don't remember if it has been posted before, though.
This one has your signature all over it. Is that a frozen river?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on September 09, 2016, 23:30:29
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7566/29490226961_f7e2f83182_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: ColinM on September 11, 2016, 23:08:07
(http://www.pbase.com/celidh/image/164058662/original.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on September 11, 2016, 23:38:28
...
This one has your signature all over it. Is that a frozen river?

Nah. Ski tracks across a snow-covered lake surface that has undergone cycles of thawing and re-freezing. Sooner or later the weather-induced erosion has obliterated any signs of the origins of the pattern.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on September 12, 2016, 09:42:57
Great examples.

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on September 12, 2016, 10:30:37
John, this is superb!  The bokeh of pointy reflections look like diamonds!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on September 12, 2016, 12:13:34
This is not the Sea.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on September 12, 2016, 16:09:16
Firetrucks R W B's

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7714/29597145656_95f0f400b4_o.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on September 12, 2016, 17:25:06
John, this is superb!  The bokeh of pointy reflections look like diamonds!
Thanks, Akira.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on September 12, 2016, 18:32:58
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8515/29344710440_61537d3f2f_o.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on September 12, 2016, 21:05:53
This is not the Sea.
I really like the reference  ;D ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on September 13, 2016, 13:15:05
Blue Hour minimalism.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on September 13, 2016, 14:21:00
Beautiful shot Bjorn.

"Eye in the sky"
(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8302/29353753260_0749e30f78_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/LHTEb9)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 09, 2016, 18:41:21
Bjørn is so romantic.
Anriban, great perspective.

Abandoned structures.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on October 11, 2016, 20:30:45
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8673/29629377494_dc8e74d6c5_o.jpg)

migration
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on October 11, 2016, 21:09:08
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5524/30149541772_9af55ef11f_o.jpg)

2 birds

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on October 11, 2016, 21:17:37
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7498/30179835331_0628a625a2_o.jpg)

whirl
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on October 11, 2016, 22:40:41
light box
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 11, 2016, 22:48:54
Mr Pattern has returned with vengeance :)
Fons, the birds are really cool!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on October 11, 2016, 23:42:32
Mr Pattern has returned with vengeance :)
Fons, the birds are really cool!
:-) A pleasing comment, Jakov.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 11, 2016, 23:45:04
hahahaha, looks like the saldo on my bank account :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on October 12, 2016, 00:00:22
hahahaha, looks like the saldo on my bank account :D

Great!  There should be a big "1" on the far left.  :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on October 12, 2016, 00:30:10
Thomas G, now that is minimalist!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on October 12, 2016, 00:44:01
Thomas G, now that is minimalist!
Thank you, Anthony.
Striving for the essence of a subject one finds a pearl sometimes and is lucky enought to create a picture from it..



Oh no, Akira. Empty is supposed to stay empty. (a little by the side, maybe, but I could not resist)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on October 12, 2016, 07:09:12
Thank you Jakov
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on October 12, 2016, 07:34:40
Oh no, Akira. Empty is supposed to stay empty. (a little by the side, maybe, but I could not resist)

Thomas, this guy on the sign seems to have the big "1" on the far left!!!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 16, 2016, 17:24:50
Fiume Arno.
Self-portrait on top of Ponte San Niccolo.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on October 17, 2016, 14:58:42
Wrong thread HA ha ;) No seriously it's great!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 17, 2016, 15:19:42
Wrong thread HA ha ;) No seriously it's great!

It's more minimalist than a self-portrait :D
Thanks!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on October 17, 2016, 18:31:24
Great minimalistic Portrait, Jakov.  Reminds me of the famous animationfilms; 'La Linea '.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QxkipQ0duM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QxkipQ0duM)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 17, 2016, 18:32:44
La Linea is one of my favorites, thanks :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on October 17, 2016, 22:10:31
Reds...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 17, 2016, 23:46:04
Nice sense of no scale John
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on October 17, 2016, 23:49:17
I like it, John.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: black_bird_blue on October 18, 2016, 02:52:08
Rainy San Francisco Skyline.

(http://www.damianharty.com/GreyBayOct2016/content/bin/images/large/DH6_0746.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on October 18, 2016, 08:09:50
Thanks Paco and Akira.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 29, 2016, 23:37:48
I have missed the San Francisco rainy skyline.
It's beautiful.

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 30, 2016, 00:36:35
Yes Jakov. Very nice graphics and post. Will give another look at the crop options even thou I like this one too.
  Spiral stairs?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Woodley Willie on November 20, 2016, 00:22:02
I was assured, that if it was recorded by a camera, it is a photograph.  The inverted bubbles of bokeh:
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 20, 2016, 00:34:21
Woodley, I assure you that I like it dearly :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on November 20, 2016, 23:48:51
(https://c6.staticflickr.com/2/1513/24549544021_755cc68a47_h.jpg)
Title: Labestia2
Post by: golunvolo on November 21, 2016, 13:21:00
How do I like this thread :)

   Woolley, Jacques!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on November 21, 2016, 22:34:37
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/6/5677/31019926722_707fee03a7_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 21, 2016, 23:24:34
Jacques, Jacques, Jacques...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 22, 2016, 09:40:25
Beauties ! 
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on November 22, 2016, 23:22:08
(https://c4.staticflickr.com/6/5804/22761303027_89ffc89d73_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 23, 2016, 12:13:23
Splash...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on November 25, 2016, 21:05:11
(https://c5.staticflickr.com/6/5669/31106656556_c57e21d7e6_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on November 25, 2016, 21:09:11
Splash...
Haha,- very nice. Instant like.

John, would you mind posting it in 'at the car wash' (http://nikongear.net/revival/index.php/topic,3316.msg68619.html#msg68619)?

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on November 25, 2016, 21:09:55
#856
That's a nice reduction, Jacques!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 25, 2016, 21:19:43
Haha,- very nice. Instant like.

John, would you mind posting it in 'at the car wash' (http://nikongear.net/revival/index.php/topic,3316.msg68619.html#msg68619)?
Thanks Thomas.   No problem, I will post it there as well ;) 
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 29, 2016, 00:41:00
Frazil ice (Norwegian: 'sarr') formation on my local lake.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 29, 2016, 17:13:47
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5641/31200521041_d26d9f1f34_o.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on November 29, 2016, 20:11:28
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/9/8370/29570955865_8c154e59b2_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anirban Halder on December 01, 2016, 23:26:23
Frazil ice (Norwegian: 'sarr') formation on my local lake.
Ice, which doesn't have any color by itself, seems to be an endless photo opportunity. Beautiful!

Jacques - lot of great shots. Hard to pick one! They all are so creative!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on December 02, 2016, 03:59:05
Not sure if it is regarded as minimalist image, but anyway...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 03, 2016, 10:25:53
Minimalistic shadows .... :D

Another try, from driving across the mountain plateau (Hardangervidda) of southern Norway.

 
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: PeterN on December 03, 2016, 11:00:07
Just wanted to say (again): I love this theme.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 03, 2016, 11:02:50
Bjørn must have used a heavy duty Sachtler tripod :)
Beautiful as are the shadows made by Akira!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 03, 2016, 11:11:08
Bjørn must have used a heavy duty Sachtler tripod :)

Probably a moving red car ...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 03, 2016, 11:19:05
No need to refrain from posting more ... there are plenty in the archives ...

My triple-glazed windows, actually a test shot in UV!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 03, 2016, 11:39:30
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5825/31352293136_60a90714f6_o.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 03, 2016, 11:40:38
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5798/31352286456_e636c8b13b_o.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 03, 2016, 17:55:59
A scene quite familiar to Nordic parents :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on December 03, 2016, 21:23:04
(https://c4.staticflickr.com/6/5723/31397407795_49ea8153d0_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on December 03, 2016, 22:56:06
I'm admiring all the latest additions here, #870 - #873.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: bobfriedman on December 04, 2016, 12:22:46
(http://www.pbase.com/bobfriedman/image/163728058/original.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on December 04, 2016, 12:24:11
Wow, Bob, that's super!!!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on December 04, 2016, 12:26:05
(http://www.pbase.com/bobfriedman/image/163728058/original.jpg)
That bird knows how to bath. Super!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 06, 2016, 13:49:20
Beautiful Bob !

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on December 06, 2016, 23:25:21
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5503/31397407665_33e3243f8e_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 08, 2016, 15:45:25
Hay bales at winter sunset.

D500, 105/1.4E

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 10, 2016, 15:40:08
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5500/30624541654_000800d231_o.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 11, 2016, 01:10:51
Hay bales at sunset.

D500, 105/1.4E.

(duplicate removed)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 11, 2016, 01:18:13
thats twice
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 11, 2016, 01:20:45
Correct. My fault. This is the image that should have  been attached ...

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 11, 2016, 15:36:17
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/398/31427571752_02ac3929af_o.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 11, 2016, 15:37:08
Pipeline leakage ...

"Every drop counts"


Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: smusesuse on December 11, 2016, 16:25:45
Pipeline leakage ...

"Every drop counts"


Oh, I like this one a lot!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Woodley Willie on December 11, 2016, 16:41:23
2nd color version of the inverted bubbles of bokeh
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Daniel Binkard on December 11, 2016, 20:08:25
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Northwest/i-2pLWWjN/0/O/126577.jpg)
Runner on the beach, Washington.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on December 13, 2016, 12:11:08
Wall.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 13, 2016, 12:18:06
Daniel: a serene and tranquil mood, shown by the essentials and no more.

Anthony: the colours of the bars match so perfectly the background. well seen and captured!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on December 13, 2016, 15:13:26
Thank you, Bjørn.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 13, 2016, 21:05:05
Wires
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Lars Hansen on December 13, 2016, 21:19:56
Evening stroll
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 14, 2016, 00:30:37
City Street Snow
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on December 14, 2016, 20:55:15
(https://c7.staticflickr.com/6/5332/31253355462_941297255b_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 16, 2016, 22:52:15
City Fountain.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 16, 2016, 23:51:15
Minimalistic evening in the mountains.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on December 16, 2016, 23:53:48
Minimalistic hair.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on December 17, 2016, 12:04:38
Wow guys, great minimalism here. Can't beat that, but trying to weigh in nonetheless. Field of grapes.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on December 18, 2016, 10:12:19
Lots of quality pictures here. Bjørns drop and Anthonys wall are great :) Hans, your picture has some 3d qualities even though the scene is prone to look flat without proper treatment, but you nailed it. May I try with a Sea eagle stopping to rest?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on December 18, 2016, 20:54:23
(https://c7.staticflickr.com/6/5584/31689476246_ec066dcfd7_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on December 21, 2016, 07:44:25
Convergence...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on December 21, 2016, 20:14:37
A mountain at Svalbard.

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/1/277/31416396460_fe4f3a07a3_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/PSaf8W)
Kongsfjorden (https://flic.kr/p/PSaf8W) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on December 21, 2016, 21:15:54
Well, thats low contrast, Asle :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on December 21, 2016, 21:42:09
Dense fog on the fjord, but the mountains was over it.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 21, 2016, 22:37:47
Asle, pure minimalism  8)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on December 21, 2016, 23:03:16
after Asle's image the thread can use  some color and structure (again).
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on December 22, 2016, 00:34:35
A mountain at Svalbard.


Truly minimalist!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on December 22, 2016, 13:11:53
Hans, your picture has some 3d qualities even though the scene is prone to look flat without proper treatment, but you nailed it. May I try with a Sea eagle stopping to rest?

Thanks a lot Børge, i appreciate your remark. Your sea eagle is great, i like it very much!

Also, the image by Jaqcues is outstanding!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on December 22, 2016, 21:16:51
Thanks HCS
(https://c5.staticflickr.com/6/5657/30775053420_dc2aa7ea13_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on December 29, 2016, 22:47:14
left. right?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 01, 2017, 11:37:34
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/8/7380/13992533018_284fb71bb0_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on January 01, 2017, 12:18:03
[...]
Just visual static of something gone. Nice!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 01, 2017, 12:20:25
...
Maximal minimalistic ... Kudos^2
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Matthew Currie on January 03, 2017, 23:35:52
I recently took a trip.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on January 04, 2017, 09:13:24
I recently took a trip.

Marvelous!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 18, 2017, 18:18:40
I didn't post one in a while :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on January 18, 2017, 19:29:38
I didn't post one in a while :D
Very cocky. (tail feathers)   ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 18, 2017, 21:38:29
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/2/1532/24297583493_1b728c5fce_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 18, 2017, 22:29:22
Thank you Thomas!
What about this one?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 21, 2017, 16:09:38
... Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head ...

Didn't know you were into Burt Bacharach, Jakov ?? :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 21, 2017, 16:10:31
A yield right of way minimalistic sign

(200/2 AFS)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 21, 2017, 23:18:59
Bjørn, I didn't know that I was into Burt, but if that's version from Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid scene, that yes, I am into Mr Bacharach :)

Lovely movement of the truck behind the traffic sign!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 29, 2017, 11:59:25
Imprint of Man is seen everywhere on this planet. No parts are exempt of human impact.

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 29, 2017, 14:29:19
Hot pants + bubbles = :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 29, 2017, 14:43:36
Jakov: good use of a clothes-peg ... 42 Heligon?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 29, 2017, 15:13:54
Yes, one needs to practice using the awkward 42 Heligon, thanks!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on January 29, 2017, 17:33:08
A fresh look on a mundane object, Jakov :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 29, 2017, 17:36:43
Jakov, I didn´t know what I was looking at until I step away from the screen.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 29, 2017, 17:51:25
I´m waiting for the arrival of a copy of the Nikon 85mm 1.4D. It is suppose to have a "little bit" of fungus in the front element. I have been looking at the articles here of how to remove it and thought of giving it a go since the lens is in very good conditions otherwise.

   Anyway, this kind of scenes are calling my attention so I figure I´m not calm underneath :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 31, 2017, 09:36:57
The river side in Seville in under-construction. Have been for a while but there is talk of finishing soon. Because of this metal walls, is the first time I don´t want the work to be finished! :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 31, 2017, 10:31:23
Paco you will enjoy the 85/1.4D and you will make magnificent photos of your dancers with it.
Oh, how I would like to visit Seville, with or without the metal construction wall :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: smusesuse on January 31, 2017, 21:38:17
Not my corkscrew. :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 31, 2017, 22:26:13
Paco you will enjoy the 85/1.4D and you will make magnificent photos of your dancers with it.
Oh, how I would like to visit Seville, with or without the metal construction wall :)

  That´s the plan! I´m waiting eagerly for the arrival.

  Come visit!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 31, 2017, 22:50:54
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/6/5741/24126996426_883dc9d292_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 01, 2017, 19:13:27
Minimalistic Art in Museum De Pont

Gerhard Richter - Abstraktes Bild.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on February 01, 2017, 21:47:12
My earlier contributions has been on the light side, this one is on the dark side.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/281/32612738836_2aa312858e_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/RFSP3C)
Luftbobler i is (https://flic.kr/p/RFSP3C) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on February 01, 2017, 21:52:58
Looks like the night sky Asle, without the random distribution of the stars :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 02, 2017, 20:12:19
Inspired by Paco and Elsa. Thank you.

EDIT: I am sorry, but I felt I had to replace the photo that was posted.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 02, 2017, 23:40:51
Besides making my blush with the comment, the image is very engaging. Mysterious, skilled, sexy... I like
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on February 02, 2017, 23:53:00
A nice and subtle picture Jakov. Showing just a hint with tact and respect to the model. But is'nt it a bit early in the year to make us think about gardening Jakov ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 03, 2017, 00:00:56
Thank you, Paco and Børge!
Børge, you must explain the gardening in more detail, please :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on February 03, 2017, 00:48:26
Jacov, that's lovely.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on February 03, 2017, 12:01:17
It looked like the subject was "trimming the hedge", thus the gardening remark :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: smusesuse on February 03, 2017, 19:14:36
It looked like the subject was "trimming the hedge", thus the gardening remark :)

 ;D

See, I told you it looked like she was shaving!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 08, 2017, 20:35:42
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/270/32612730811_65b75d0fc2_o.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on February 09, 2017, 00:55:02
Fons, that is minimalist.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 09, 2017, 04:19:32
Fantastic composition, Fons!  Is it a diptych of modern art?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 09, 2017, 04:27:07
Fons, that is minimalist.

Fantastic composition, Fons!  Is it a diptych of modern art?

thank you Keith, Akira, a shot in the dark really
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 09, 2017, 04:34:45
thank you Keith, Akira, a shot in the dark really

Fons, thanks for the disclosure.   ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Chip Chipowski on February 09, 2017, 06:07:30
Jacques - I really like #936!

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 10, 2017, 16:35:57
For your eyes only.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 10, 2017, 20:27:37
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2583/32010129153_77085150d3_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 10, 2017, 21:09:41
Frosted Glass.

200-400/4 ED

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 10, 2017, 22:09:35
Wow wow, this thread keeps getting better and better.

  Jaques, brilliant.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 11, 2017, 00:16:24
Bjørn and Jacques, brilliant!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Woodley Willie on February 11, 2017, 01:34:47
Spring
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 11, 2017, 08:04:36
Minimalistic title to fit a minimalistic image :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 11, 2017, 08:11:14
Hi, Woodley, this is nice!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on February 11, 2017, 08:25:55
Nice one, Woodley
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 11, 2017, 10:18:00
Spring is around the corner, bravo.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 11, 2017, 18:51:20
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/2/1464/24726711041_c5f4adfd07_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Joost Bollens on February 11, 2017, 20:18:10
snowscape
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 11, 2017, 20:25:35
Winter fence.

Zoom-Nikkor 200-600 mm f/9.5 AIS
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 11, 2017, 21:46:01
Joost that looks like a prison cell wall :) Lovely!
Bjørn, too, lovely!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 12, 2017, 12:25:14
Airport structure.

D500, 105/1.4E
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 12, 2017, 21:46:03
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2734/32446865780_5510b5c109_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on February 12, 2017, 21:59:57
Warm grid
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Øivind Tøien on February 12, 2017, 22:03:25

Minimalist landscape?

(http://otoien.zenfolio.com/img/s12/v176/p2203732375.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: tommiejeep on February 13, 2017, 05:00:16
Imperfections  ;)
Df, DC105 f2D handheld at f2  Not what I normally shoot, just bored and playing around  :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 14, 2017, 23:20:56
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/757/31984722624_a98e9a89ce_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 15, 2017, 10:33:11
Jacques amazes me oven and over :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on February 16, 2017, 11:21:58
Minimum message to attain maximum impact.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Woodley Willie on February 16, 2017, 18:21:15
Tulips
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 16, 2017, 20:04:27
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/2/1619/23906284429_2cdde5e7cc_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on February 22, 2017, 20:51:32
.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 22, 2017, 22:26:47
Ishmael, your tulips are very sensual.
Jacks, please tell me what that is?!
Thomas, is this your first minimalist image on this thread? I like it!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 22, 2017, 22:56:08
Jakov, another version of the same subject, I hope the explanation will not spoil the impression ? These were taken in Mechelan, Belgium, walking around I noticed these pavement tables chained up outside a closed cafe, the unevenness of the pavement caused the asymmetrical pattern.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3853/32213863014_7df9fdb997_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 22, 2017, 23:00:51
Thank you Jacks, I wouldn't have guessed in a million years...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 22, 2017, 23:41:15
Woodley, Jacks and Thomas, you made a nice triptych together!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 22, 2017, 23:47:22
Olé!  :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on February 23, 2017, 09:38:09
Perfect-thread!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on February 23, 2017, 10:26:52
thx for the responses 

@ Jakov: yes it is my first pic in this thread
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 23, 2017, 22:39:31
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3753/32175685634_2858cd797a_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 24, 2017, 07:06:49
Mr Jacks, I am amazed!
Ishmael and Thomas, your turn now :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Woodley Willie on February 24, 2017, 22:50:35
Well, possibly minimalist in terms of bird photography...this is about as close as I can get to one of my favorites.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 24, 2017, 22:57:38
Remove the tree/branches and burn the sky by pushing the contrast sky high, and voila :)
Thomas must have an empty picture frame hanging on a wall somewhere :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Woodley Willie on February 24, 2017, 23:04:14
hold on...you turned one of my crows into a pelican and drowned the other...brutal!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 24, 2017, 23:27:22
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7561/16072431546_d3d487d281_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on February 25, 2017, 00:12:14
Nice!!!

And Nikon yellow  :o ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 26, 2017, 20:47:08
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2800/33017863556_9e93563779_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 01, 2017, 23:06:58
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2919/32175699094_609f59d694_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on March 01, 2017, 23:39:52
Some exellent examples Jaques :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 02, 2017, 09:24:54
 8) Jacks, Jacks, Jacks
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on March 02, 2017, 09:54:00
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3878/32808844110_915e3ed47a_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/RZcUj3)_EGL9617 (https://flic.kr/p/RZcUj3) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr

Such a playful thread :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on March 02, 2017, 14:15:21
Erik, I like this, particularly the out of focus colours.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 02, 2017, 22:59:33
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2855/32677392720_f6b192e7ca_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on March 02, 2017, 23:08:14
Blue
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Krille on March 04, 2017, 11:48:45
My first contribution
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on March 05, 2017, 07:40:14
Borge, very nice blue things.
Here's 3 things.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on March 05, 2017, 12:17:57
I like the overlapping rock and trunk, Krille.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 06, 2017, 23:15:47
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2507/32979134156_f045c0e310_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 06, 2017, 23:23:24
Jacks, wicked!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on March 07, 2017, 12:02:56
Jackes, you live in a wonderful parallel universe
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 07, 2017, 12:21:06
I am so sorry there isn't a 13th floor for Paco's collection :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on March 07, 2017, 14:09:48
Noooooooo!  That would have been excellent. It is already with the uneventful 11... ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 09, 2017, 19:17:37
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/2/1475/24793990026_97e73e1096_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Woodley Willie on March 11, 2017, 20:14:39
Lost Weekend
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 12, 2017, 19:35:08
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2865/33245975002_5ffcb0011e_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jack Dahlgren on March 16, 2017, 04:56:21
I'm tempted to tcrop the top, but then what would be left?
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3668/33073680700_b772a43e2d_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SoBg19)DFJ_3489 (https://flic.kr/p/SoBg19) by Jack Dahlgren (https://www.flickr.com/photos/jack-d/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 16, 2017, 11:37:55
Crop the top, convert to b&w, burn the water by increasing contrast. Very graphical.  :)
Or just leave as is. Good :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on March 16, 2017, 14:04:01
Keep it as is :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on March 16, 2017, 14:08:33
Rail

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/2/1471/24448708683_d6708e4ec2_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Dfs2j4)L1012376 (https://flic.kr/p/Dfs2j4) by Erik Gunst Lund (https://www.flickr.com/photos/erik_lund/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on March 16, 2017, 14:32:02
Jack, I will follow your temptation and crop it as I also think it will make it even more interesting.

 Erik it is...scary  :o Out of proportion from reality, imposing, metallic -as in not natural- powerful. I like it a lot because I don't like it. (makes sense?)
 
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 16, 2017, 14:34:01
Erik, that is powerful!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on March 16, 2017, 14:42:53
Thank you, Yes - From the Enigmatic Iceland,,,  ;)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 17, 2017, 23:21:49
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2596/32677408000_5ec1067ac4_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on March 18, 2017, 00:14:30
Grey...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 18, 2017, 08:21:30
Jacks, you have some explaining to do!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on March 18, 2017, 08:40:37
Jacques lives in a parallel universe full of cool stuff arranged In patterns.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 18, 2017, 20:56:49
Thank you both, that image is the result of my carry the camera at all times photography method, as I exited a shop I noticed the water droplets and shadows on the surface of a highly waxed vehicle parked outside, I doubt I will ever be able to go out looking for a particular subject, I just keep my eyes open for something ( hopefully ) interesting to photograph.
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2892/33474310516_e19312051b_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 18, 2017, 21:21:18
Jacks in his parallel universe and again he has some explaining to do!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jim Covello on March 18, 2017, 22:03:32
(https://c7.staticflickr.com/6/5584/31689476246_ec066dcfd7_h.jpg)
I like this, Jacques. Just one color + black and a break in the simple pattern. Nice.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jim Covello on March 18, 2017, 22:06:27
left. right?

Boomerangs will do both!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 18, 2017, 22:15:05
inspired by Jacks.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jim Covello on March 18, 2017, 23:12:35
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Northwest/i-2pLWWjN/0/O/126577.jpg)
Runner on the beach, Washington.

Going from memory...is this near Grayland?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Peter Forsell on March 19, 2017, 12:31:45

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3853/32712643753_e90792f3ea_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/RQGRic)20170319-L1040232b (https://flic.kr/p/RQGRic) by foppa2011 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/62383894@N02/), on Flickr



(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3771/33370056592_84861476e4_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SQNgej)20170319-L1040233b (https://flic.kr/p/SQNgej) by foppa2011 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/62383894@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 19, 2017, 12:56:36
Jakov, another ' found/observed ' mundane subject ! Over the last 15 years we have been making a fairly regular visit to the area just south of Luzern around the end of March early April, normally we are driving as far up the mountain passes as the snow allows but and it is unfair on Luzern that on a rainy day we spend time where there is some cover. The subject photographed is ( I mentioned it was mundane ) a utility service cabinet doors sited near the railway station. We are planning to drive our small MGTF ( not the vintage version ) car to Engelberg in 10 days, this image brought back some memories even though it does not portray a typical Swiss scene.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 19, 2017, 13:56:37
Jacks, I have never seen a utility cabinet that looks like that.
Peter, I like your B&W and yellow examples :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 19, 2017, 21:11:33
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2914/33516952705_d1e40e6990_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: CS on March 19, 2017, 21:52:16
Expanded metal
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 20, 2017, 22:40:25
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2876/33429679001_273a3567cb_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on March 20, 2017, 23:58:46
Jacques, this is excellent.  The hole in the snow also look like a white dome on the flat surface of the snow.  The optical illusion!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on March 21, 2017, 18:45:37
Details in snow

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2865/33533111346_edb75211b6_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/T6cXJb)
snøfonn (https://flic.kr/p/T6cXJb) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 22, 2017, 18:34:59
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2947/33175278800_8443f9a327_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on March 22, 2017, 21:10:42
How can i ever "compete" against Jaques?

Still trying though ...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on March 22, 2017, 21:14:37
Ah ... but here is yet another one.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on March 22, 2017, 23:08:17
"Its coming home,
Its coming home, its coming
Footballs coming home"

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 23, 2017, 23:04:09
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2892/33476194166_4e47cc8a3e_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on March 24, 2017, 22:15:50
Gradient morning.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 24, 2017, 22:47:30
Imprint of man.

(D40X, Nikkor QDC 15/5.6)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 24, 2017, 23:04:34
Winter path.

(Nikon D40X, 20/4 Nikkor)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on March 25, 2017, 08:18:15
You might be flogged, walking in a prepped nordic ski track like that Bjørn. The "lycra mafia" rearly welcomes outsiders :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 25, 2017, 08:47:44
This page is extraordinary from all contributors. I really enjoyed it, thanks.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 25, 2017, 09:02:37
You might be flogged, walking in a prepped nordic ski track like that Bjørn. The "lycra mafia" rarely welcomes outsiders :)

Actually, the footprints weren't mine ... I quickly grabbed the shot and made myself immediately scarce. Did this even if no condom-dressed fanatics were in sight.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 25, 2017, 09:03:59
did you walk backward  8)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 25, 2017, 09:05:12
No, went in from the side as in a lateral movement. Anything ski- or snow-related is serious business in my country, as Børge can attest to. In times of championships there is apparently coverage 24/7 on all official broadcast channels. Enough craze to make you want to flee the country.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BW on March 25, 2017, 10:06:48
Ski pole stab wounds is treated as being at the wrong place, at the wrong time, by the authorities ;)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Hugh_3170 on March 25, 2017, 11:27:29
Bloody Australian Rules football started up for the winter season here today.  It is a derivatove of Gaelic Football, as played by the Irish.  Rules?  It has no rules, but it does keep up to 100,000 raving drunken lunatics locked up voluntarily for over two hours/game in a stadium, so I suppose that it cannot be entirely bad!

The womens summer Australian Rules competition also finished today.  Perhaps I should just flee Australia and come and live in Norway over what are our winter months!

No, went in from the side as in a lateral movement. Anything ski- or snow-related is serious business in my country, as Børge can attest to. In times of championships there is apparently coverage 24/7 on all official broadcast channels. Enough craze to make you want to flee the country.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on March 25, 2017, 11:30:27
Do feel welcome, Hugh. We like Australians and Kiwis too.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 25, 2017, 21:52:25
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2864/33360529712_d566eed19e_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 26, 2017, 01:18:54
>:( >:( >:(
EDIT: I didn't mean to be angry at Jacques, I was admiring yet another wonderful image!
The emoticons should have read:  :o :o :o
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on March 27, 2017, 21:58:36
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/6/5705/23623847626_3aaee74d0d_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on April 02, 2017, 23:10:04
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3938/32988344143_98f025297f_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on April 03, 2017, 00:08:25
Blue.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on April 03, 2017, 12:58:22
Stripes yet no stars.

(1V1, 10-100 Nikkor)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on April 04, 2017, 20:10:25
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2817/33840530855_0569cfc819_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jim Covello on April 05, 2017, 07:05:55
This seems like it might qualify as minimalist...

D800, 70-200/4G, 200mm, 1/20 sec, ISO 400
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on April 10, 2017, 12:02:52
unfocused highlight, 500/8. It could also be in the Unsharp theme but it is not a best unsharp and a single highlight, not even in focus, barely qualifies as a picture, minimalist then :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on April 11, 2017, 22:10:32
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2915/32956866682_8b19c65b7d_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on April 11, 2017, 22:56:34
face detection  :)

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jack Dahlgren on April 16, 2017, 20:03:21
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2863/33674639160_3925e13b86_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/TiHk1U)DFJ_4615 (https://flic.kr/p/TiHk1U)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on April 18, 2017, 15:58:51
green

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on April 19, 2017, 06:18:06
Wall, tree, sky, shadows. 18mm/FX
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 19, 2017, 07:09:23
Keith, this is a lovely photo.
It seems that the shadows don't come from the palm tree, mysterious :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on April 19, 2017, 16:57:45
poppy
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on April 19, 2017, 17:45:39
gone fishing
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on April 21, 2017, 00:48:00
Girl on red bus.

Fuji S5, AFD 50/1.4 Nikkor.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Woodley Willie on April 28, 2017, 00:16:45
Handrail
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on April 30, 2017, 00:07:59
Changes arrival.

Fuji S5Pro, Akira-san 50 mm f/1.5 lens @f/1.5

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on April 30, 2017, 00:14:18
Bjørn, I'm a huge fan of your work.

  Thank you for everything
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on April 30, 2017, 01:43:29
My pleasure and you're welcome, Paco.

Thanks also go to Akira for the "weird" 50 mm Nikkor he sold me. Probably a specimen used for a collimating device. Here used with the now so legendary "TC-14Erik" extension ring on my broad-band Fuji S5Pro.
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Post by: Akira on April 30, 2017, 04:47:58
Bjørn, there was no doubt that you would make the most of the enigmatic Ais (AF-D) 50/1.4 derivative.  The image is an ample proof.  Plus I'm big fan of the IR Ektachrome (I forgot the correct name) simulation. Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on April 30, 2017, 20:56:32
Every creature needs their own living place

Nikon D40X, Nikon SE 50/1.8
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on May 01, 2017, 20:49:16
First sign of life in an abandoned flower plot. Omalos, Crete.

Nikon Df, APO-Lanthar 180/4
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Nicole on May 02, 2017, 18:04:56
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Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 07, 2017, 10:15:22
I found those orange flowers so intense that I have to dial down the saturation sometimes.

  "meeting point"
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on May 07, 2017, 12:34:35
Paco, this is super!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 07, 2017, 13:20:54
Thank you Akira. This lens is very difficult for me to use so I'm very happy that you like it
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Post by: Jakov Minić on May 08, 2017, 11:12:35
Nicole's swimming pool is nice.
Paco, the meeting point is like a road junction :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 10, 2017, 01:35:30
Yes, it made me think of the "Nazca lines" I know is a long shot but I'd was the first thing that came to mind.


 "For sale"
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on May 12, 2017, 22:40:46
motion footprint
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on May 13, 2017, 07:37:47
Paco, you need to feed the tree and put some weight on it. It will sell better :)
Thomas, sees stuff I wouldn't even dream of, as usual :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 13, 2017, 20:20:56
Thomas, that image is very impressive. It touches something inside. Very well done!

  Jakov... ;D poor tree is still young.


   This image reminds me of the Semana Santa (Holly Week). Looks like people with those typical long pointed hoods
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on May 13, 2017, 22:03:37
Paco, you need to feed the tree and put some weight on it. It will sell better :)
Thomas, sees stuff I wouldn't even dream of, as usual :)

Thanks, Jakov. I try to unveil through my photos what I see and recognice.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on May 13, 2017, 22:15:42
Thomas, that image is very impressive. It touches something inside. Very well done!

  Jakov... ;D poor tree is still young.

   This image reminds me of the Semana Santa (Holly Week). Looks like people with those typical long pointed hoods

Pako, thank you. I keep getting back to your small tree, lines & shadows ,- it is like different layers of reality meet there, like it very much.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on May 20, 2017, 12:49:38
A bland plank wall with some extra enhancements.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 21, 2017, 00:17:49
Minimal ceiling
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on May 21, 2017, 13:08:55
Paco, I love the shapes and colors, wicked!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 21, 2017, 13:33:07
Thank you Jakov, I truly appreciate it. I just got a 10.5mm. I think this is the time of my life that I have more tools and less time to use them!
  Yesterday was my first and so far only contact with a fisheye. The plan is to shave to use is in fx cameras. It was not so expensive -less than 400€, delivery included- I just need time now!

 

 
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on May 21, 2017, 13:39:24
Nice color, Paco!  I'm pretty sure that the fisheye suits your style of photography very well!
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Post by: the solitaire on May 21, 2017, 14:12:03
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4188/33953246464_b5faf1ef58_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/TJkgg7)DSC_0099-Edit-2 (https://flic.kr/p/TJkgg7) by b j (https://www.flickr.com/photos/132836932@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 21, 2017, 14:40:10
Thank you Akira. I like when the image takes me by surprise  ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Woodley Willie on May 21, 2017, 19:35:34
Wing
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on July 19, 2017, 18:59:35
My computer screen as of today
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on July 19, 2017, 21:12:28
Paco, Paco, and Paco!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on July 20, 2017, 14:49:26
Thanks Jakov  :D


  Same day and concept, closer
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Eddie Draaisma on July 21, 2017, 15:00:46
A triple-7 from Qatar Airways passed by; they were in a hurry, so I had to act fast. Luckily the D500 was already attached to the 300/2.8VRII.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on July 21, 2017, 21:33:02
Paco, i like your first one (#1096) better than the second one. The use of negative space really makes the image for me.

Nice one Eddie, good to see you posting again.
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Post by: golunvolo on July 21, 2017, 22:26:50
Thank you Hans. It is difficult for me to decide
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Post by: Jack Dahlgren on July 24, 2017, 04:45:57
I agree Paco, the first has a more delicate planar quality.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on August 03, 2017, 16:43:44
A leaf
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on August 03, 2017, 16:46:50
Paco, the outlining of the leaves in #1098 may be some kind of artifact, but it works really nicely.

Eddie, superb capture!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on August 03, 2017, 16:58:45
Akira, I think is a halo produced by the light coming through -back-lighted subject- and accentuated by the post
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on August 03, 2017, 17:21:08
Akira, I think is a halo produced by the light coming through -back-lighted subject- and accentuated by the post

That makes sense.  But, again, I like its outlining effect in this image.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on August 04, 2017, 01:31:49
Actually, the image presented below was not meant to be. Or rather, not coming out this way. However it happened. I had the option of deleting it, or showing it here.

Minimalistic Water Lily (Nymphaea alba)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 30, 2017, 21:35:25
City snake
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 04, 2017, 10:50:04
Still, this thread is the most fitting for many of my images
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Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on November 04, 2017, 12:52:23
Nipplistic. Nice. The colour scheme adds to the overall impact, too.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 04, 2017, 13:40:16
Thanks Bjørn!
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Post by: Jakov Minić on November 04, 2017, 18:16:03
What a beautiful image Paco!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 04, 2017, 21:53:13
Thanks Jakov! We can only show what we see ... ;D I think is Frank´s signature here
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 12, 2017, 16:38:04
Music
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: gryphon1911 on December 12, 2017, 16:46:59
Here are my 2 contributions for today:
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jack Dahlgren on December 13, 2017, 06:00:54
Minimal, with a side of rubberneck:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4468/37406137950_88670e04c1_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/YZseAW)DSC_8210 (https://flic.kr/p/YZseAW)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on December 13, 2017, 06:29:21
Paco, you captured the origin of the exciting sounds and rhythms with pleasant tense!

Andrew, the second walnut shot is superb with a touch of Brancusi (at least to me).

Jack, nice Rothko-esque image.  The rubberneck syndrome seems to be infectious.  :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 13, 2017, 09:04:26
Thanks Akira. Rubberneck Syndrome is contagious  :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 16, 2017, 13:36:42
I stumbled across this test snapshot, taken in my garden almost exactly 1 year ago. The unpleasant thing is I could go outside there and shot the same today, as the winter situation is about the same: mild (only a few degrees below 0C), almost no snow, still green leaves on my rose bushes. Climate changes are not easily escaped it appears.

Found this image when I tested barcode reading of some archival DVDs. Had forgotten all about those captures in the meanwhile.

D500, AFS 105/1.4 + "Erikised" TC-14E.2 extension.

A little sad for me as in a few months, the house will be sold off and I have moved elsewhere, no garden but other benefits.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on December 16, 2017, 17:47:01
A little sad for me as in a few months, the house will be sold off and I have moved elsewhere, no garden but other benefits.
How will  you get room for all your equipment  ???
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on December 16, 2017, 19:28:58
Quote
A little sad for me as in a few months, the house will be sold off and I have moved elsewhere, no garden but other benefits.

Why move?



(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4591/38211269185_fd3d56f4b3_o.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 16, 2017, 20:02:07
Fons, nice catch.

All sorts of reasons to move. So moving it is going to be. Might have to prune some gear, but more worried about my computers than other stuff.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BEZ on December 16, 2017, 23:46:47
I stumbled across this test snapshot, taken in my garden almost exactly 1 year ago. The unpleasant thing is I could go outside there and shot the same today, as the winter situation is about the same: mild (only a few degrees below 0C), almost no snow, still green leaves on my rose bushes. Climate changes are not easily escaped it appears.

But we have snow and it does not usually arrive this early, or even snow at all?   My guess is we are heading for a new ice age :-)

edit: I forgot to say, I love the nut shot Andrew.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 16, 2017, 23:56:09
Climate Change brings upheaval in all directions. Not easily predictable, for sure.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: David H. Hartman on December 17, 2017, 00:42:38
But we have snow and it does not usually arrive this early, or even snow at all?   My guess is we are heading for a new ice age :-)

In 2030_we go through an asteroid belt. Last time the planet took a hit, temperatures plummeted lower than the depths of the last ice age that the planet was coming out of. There were mass extinctions or so I'm led to believe. I haven't  seen a mastodon or sabertooth cat lately so this might be true.

Dave Hartman who wonders how humanity survives winter in the north today.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on December 17, 2017, 01:04:03
Living in the North is easy. Just put on the proper clothing.

Another of those forgotten images I discovered through my barcode scanner tests today.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: David H. Hartman on December 17, 2017, 01:35:07
Living in the North is easy. Just put on the proper clothing.


Incomprehensible to one who has lived in Southern California for nearly 60 years.  :(
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: BEZ on December 17, 2017, 02:09:10
Incomprehensible to one who has lived in Southern California for nearly 60 years.  :(

Well you best get it comprehensible soon or you will go the same way as the "mastodon or sabertooth cat" :-)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: David H. Hartman on December 17, 2017, 05:17:26
I'm going to have to break out the Herman Survivors (high top thermal boots). The temperature is going down to 8.3℃ (47℉) by sunrise.  ???

[I should have noted that I fix a cut and paste error or else You Tube rand this laptop out resources. I it correct now? I check again when I get home.]
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Mikes on December 17, 2017, 05:51:50
I'm going to have to break out the Herman Survivors (thermal boots). The temperature is going down to 29℃ (47℉) by sunrise.  ???

Hey Dave,  29ºC = 84ºF.  Whew, that's pretty hot for a winter night!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: David H. Hartman on December 17, 2017, 07:14:07
Hey Dave,  29ºC = 84ºF.  Whew, that's pretty hot for a winter night!

I know: one of my classic cut & past errors or just my cheap Motorola phone making a fool of me. Firefox has been crashing and I think I'll have to do a factory reset and start over. I'm not worthy to own an iPhone and have Verizon for my cellular service.

I wish it were 29*C (84*F), really I do.

Dave Hartman
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on December 17, 2017, 10:20:19
I'm going to have to break out the Herman Survivors (high top thermal boots). The temperature is going down to 8.℃ (47℉) by sunrise.  ???
I’d consider that ‘up’. It’s about 0℃, not raining (!) and I’ll be out for a bicycle ride in a minute 🚴‍♂️
Will take the AW1 as for the weather.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jack Dahlgren on December 20, 2017, 05:48:48
Sunrise at a minimum.
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4597/39143890512_4100b6ca58_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/22D1EU1)DSC_8879_00001 (https://flic.kr/p/22D1EU1)
as close to infinity as the old lens gets.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on January 05, 2018, 22:02:53
Done before, i know, but still a minimalistic view of a rose. Hard flash and some curves.

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on January 06, 2018, 09:47:50
Done before, i know, but still a minimalistic view of a rose. Hard flash and some curves.
like this one. There's a gogo hidden in the curving lines.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jim Covello on January 06, 2018, 20:41:21
Forgotten Ocotillo Blossom
Pima Canyon, Tucson, Arizona
Nikon D800 with Nikon AF-S 105mm f/2.8 VR Micro at f/6.7, 1/750 sec, ISO 200.

I thought that I would throw this shot from yesterday into the minimalist hopper. I love photographing ocotillos and hope you all like it. I decided to leave the little tips of branches poking in from the edge because they seemed to balance out the composition a bit. And it seemed like a good chance to break a rule and get away with it. Speak up if you disagree. Also, I didn't bother to hunt for dust bunnies, but I am sure this image could use it.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 06, 2018, 22:28:35
Stunning images on this page, Hans, Bjørn, James and Jack!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Mauricio Avila on January 14, 2018, 06:57:48
Hi all,

Nikon F4
Fujicolor Superia Xtra 400 @ 800

Saludos,

Mauricio  :)

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 14, 2018, 13:17:57
A normal winter.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 14, 2018, 19:11:28
Perhaps a normal winter but an extraordinary photo with the cross country skier and the purple sky.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 14, 2018, 20:55:19
Super Bjørn
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on January 14, 2018, 21:48:43
Perhaps a normal winter but an extraordinary photo with the cross country skier and the purple sky.
+1
Wonder how it was done?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on January 14, 2018, 23:34:34
+1
Wonder how it was done?
The simplest possible way. Waiting for a cross country skier, then press the release ....

A little earlier that day, before the evening sky got the stronger colours.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 30, 2018, 22:01:01
Piano
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 30, 2018, 23:21:54
Did they paint the chair to match the piano or did they paint the piano to match the chair :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 31, 2018, 10:41:45
Minimal tv
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 31, 2018, 11:56:40
Did they paint the chair to match the piano or did they paint the piano to match the chair :)
hahaha
I think they painted both in the same time :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 31, 2018, 11:57:15
Minimal tv
Very nice. Like small paperfolded airplanes ;)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on February 02, 2018, 13:03:01
'nother winter image. Cables of a ski lift.

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 02, 2018, 20:09:52
That's a beauty, Hans !
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Mauricio Avila on February 02, 2018, 20:19:36
Great image Hans ! Minimalist content, maximum expression, really like it. Leading lines to nowhere.

Saludos,

Mauricio
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on February 02, 2018, 21:26:54
Thanks John and Mauricio, greatly appreciated.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 02, 2018, 22:52:45
There is tension. It works!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 02, 2018, 23:17:41
Hans, this is a masterpiece!!!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 02, 2018, 23:19:39
Hans, well done!  Love the way the power lines fading out into the snow.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on February 03, 2018, 22:29:09
Thank you Paco, Jakov and Akira, i really appreciate your comments.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Hugh_3170 on February 04, 2018, 13:39:35
Jakov has stolen my words - definitely one of the best minimalist images that I have seen.

Hans, this is a masterpiece!!!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on February 05, 2018, 12:40:04
Jakov has stolen my words - definitely one of the best minimalist images that I have seen.

Thanks Hugh!

Stop it guys, y'all are making me blush.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 05, 2018, 13:12:54
'nother winter image. Cables of a ski lift.

Hans pure minimal.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on February 06, 2018, 20:18:02
Returning from a night's work.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on February 06, 2018, 20:41:42
Sing me a song

(1200/11 ED-IF Nikkor)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Matthew Currie on February 06, 2018, 22:27:26
The old school house in Whiting Vermont no longer needs windows.

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on February 26, 2018, 18:51:47
Sometimes in the mountains in the winter, almost everything is white.

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4745/26630027208_3bcabe9a04_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/GzcRj9)
Blåbergi (https://flic.kr/p/GzcRj9) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: senecaman on February 27, 2018, 16:16:59
Scanned from an ancient slide
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: senecaman on February 27, 2018, 16:18:58
Another scan from a 90's era slide
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on February 27, 2018, 18:44:15
I lonely ski track:

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4758/25650318197_bb2e57e91b_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/F5CzXt)
Skispor over Store Liavatnet (https://flic.kr/p/F5CzXt) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on March 14, 2018, 00:22:26
Df+2/28 AI at sunset
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jack Dahlgren on March 14, 2018, 05:47:49
A willow in spring. The left half is minimal...

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4774/40694196232_656576da37_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2511oLY)803_0104 - Copy (https://flic.kr/p/2511oLY)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on March 14, 2018, 07:10:37
This feels minimal to me:
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on March 14, 2018, 09:05:13
Great composition, Elsid. I like it a lot.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 14, 2018, 09:33:56
This feels minimal to me:

Kieth, minimal is not only thing that springs to mind.
I wonder what those lonely poles are doing there :)
Lovely landscape!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on March 14, 2018, 20:34:15
Thanks Bruno for your comment.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on March 14, 2018, 21:22:29

I wonder what those lonely poles are doing there :)

Jakov, thanks for your observation. The poles were placed to signal that the previously open route is now closed to vehicles.  As you can see, a few vehicles ignored the closure.  I was tempted to do so myself, it would have saved me a several-mile walk.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Chrisar on March 19, 2018, 12:18:12
Misty day

Nikon D7100 + Angénieux 35-70
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on March 19, 2018, 15:29:47
Love walking through the image, the use of all those different natural and manmade lines, use  f the empty space to give strength to the lines and the overall harmony. Lovely ambiance and great yet subtle impact.

   Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Chrisar on March 19, 2018, 18:14:46
Thank you Golunvolo for your very interesting comment.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jack Dahlgren on March 25, 2018, 00:23:45
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4771/26123704927_a28fac7f98_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FNsPkD)803_0677 (https://flic.kr/p/FNsPkD)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 27, 2018, 20:01:59
Didn't post a minimalist one in a long time :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on March 27, 2018, 20:07:28
It is worth the wait!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on March 27, 2018, 23:55:45
Jakov, Jakov, Jakov!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on April 07, 2018, 20:03:39
Great shot, Jakov.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on April 08, 2018, 02:09:38
This shots shows why I miss your images. Jakov!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on April 09, 2018, 09:27:33
Anthony, thank you so much!
Akira, Akira, Akira :)
Thank you, John!
Paco, I am doing my best to produce images, thanks!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on April 10, 2018, 00:43:35
In contrast to dear friend Jakov, the complicated task of my recent moving out of Oslo  has drained all energy away from any creative photography the last months. As I begin to settle in, an urge to pick up the camera again can be hard to resist.

Today's capture, Df with 35-200 Nikkor.

Construction Site


Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on April 12, 2018, 17:33:39
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/807/41411115151_8baa3d5ba0_o.jpg)

April 11, d500, 28-300mm/3.5~5.6vr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Chrisar on April 13, 2018, 14:52:03
Excellent photo, I love it.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Chrisar on April 13, 2018, 14:54:00
In contrast to dear friend Jakov, the complicated task of my recent moving out of Oslo  has drained all energy away from any creative photography the last months. As I begin to settle in, an urge to pick up the camera again can be hard to resist.

Today's capture, Df with 35-200 Nikkor.

Construction Site


Excellent photo, I love it. Thank you for sharing.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bjørn Rørslett on April 17, 2018, 10:42:46
Avalanche Warning

Df, 35-200
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on April 19, 2018, 22:45:38
On a January afternoon
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on April 20, 2018, 00:04:13
Elsid, that’s gorgeous. I can’t point it...it just works. If anyone can please do.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on April 20, 2018, 03:48:25
Dynamite shot, Elsid.  Subject, composition, color treatment is exciting to me. 
This has a touch of the flavor of the 1970's photo-movement called "The New Topographics". 
A clear photographic recording of seemingly ordinary objects and places, that when combined by the photographer in the frame and moment is simultaneously a document and a work of art.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on April 20, 2018, 23:20:28
Paco, Keith,
Thank you for taking the time to comment. I took this   photograph (Df+Zeiss 2.8/21) during my 2 day visit to Missolonghi (West-Central Greece) end of January. If I could use one word to describe what I felt/thought when I saw this scene, it is "daydreaming". Just sit on the bench and let the sea do the rest. I have lived all my life very close to the sea, except during the 7 years I was in the USA. Not a single day goes by without me having a look at it. It is like having a new woman by your side every day, because the sea is different every day. You never get tired of it.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on April 20, 2018, 23:31:58
At sunset
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on April 21, 2018, 00:33:50
Elias, this is fantastic!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Anthony on April 21, 2018, 10:18:20
I agree with Akira, this is a lovely artistic image.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on April 21, 2018, 13:13:11
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/818/41598375611_9a89f7c4f2_o.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on April 21, 2018, 15:41:47
Akira, Anthony,
Thank you for your kind words. The picture was taken last year on Jan 27 along with the 2 below. It was a cold but quiet sunset at the outlet of Evros river in the North East part of Greece, close to the border with Turkey.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on April 21, 2018, 17:23:13
Elias, thank you for the additional images.  I love these kinds of mirror images.  The first one is beautiful, and the literally minimalistic second one is simply great.  The ripple of the water surface gives a subtle movement to the image, which is, again, subtly suggested by the reflected twig.  How nice!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on April 21, 2018, 17:54:52
Dear Akira,
Since you like this kind of mirror images, I am opening a new thread "Reflections on Water" in just a few moments.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Chrisar on May 02, 2018, 10:47:41
On a January afternoon

I love the colours on this shot.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Chrisar on May 02, 2018, 10:49:11
At sunset

This one is amazing, both composition and colours.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on May 02, 2018, 16:52:26
Christian, thank you for taking the time to comment.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on May 12, 2018, 23:42:31
Availing myself of this spring's dandelions and the imaging power of a fast lens,
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: senecaman on May 24, 2018, 12:20:35
One of my attempts
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on June 03, 2018, 13:24:47
Under the bridge
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: armando_m on June 03, 2018, 19:20:17
At sunset
Gorgeous image
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on June 03, 2018, 21:42:54
After sunset.
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1721/41640757725_8313889333_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/26rDLwH)
Sau i siluett (https://flic.kr/p/26rDLwH) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on June 06, 2018, 18:16:47
"Pelli" Tower, Sevilla
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on June 06, 2018, 19:56:51
Gorgeous image

Thank you Armando for commenting.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Joost Bollens on June 10, 2018, 21:38:25
somewhere at the intersection between minimalist and monochrome...
early morning shot, nikkor 400mm f/5.6 AI
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on June 11, 2018, 00:25:41
Beautiful unusual composition Joost.


   Here a subtle ir leaf
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on June 11, 2018, 01:50:59
Love the latest two IR images, Paco!

somewhere at the intersection between minimalist and monochrome...
early morning shot, nikkor 400mm f/5.6 AI

The composition is nice, too!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on July 23, 2018, 23:24:02
Still my favorite theme. I look for minimalist expressions all the time.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on July 24, 2018, 09:09:55
Paco, that leaf is so sensitive!
The last one looks like a roof of some sort :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on July 24, 2018, 13:14:23
Thanks Jakov. A roof it is. Little place called "Alanis" some 2 hours north of Sevilla by motorbike.
A wall 5 mts from the previous image. Also a wide ir  8)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on July 24, 2018, 13:52:39
Red walls, and roofs, and barbed wires... not sure i will ever visit you, Paco :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on July 25, 2018, 21:16:01
All that is very far away  ;D

  Come visit!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Zoran Milutinovic on September 17, 2018, 06:41:08
Some from me.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on September 17, 2018, 11:03:14
A brilliant addition to this thread by Zoran, thank you!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Zoran Milutinovic on September 17, 2018, 11:36:36
A brilliant addition to this thread by Zoran, thank you!
Glad that you like it. Many thanks!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on September 17, 2018, 11:42:46
these are extraordinary pictures, Zoran
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on September 17, 2018, 12:26:59
Agreed, excellent additions. Thanks for sharing this. Inspiring
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Zoran Milutinovic on September 17, 2018, 12:54:08
these are extraordinary pictures, Zoran
Agreed, excellent additions. Thanks for sharing this. Inspiring
Thank you very much for your nice words Thomas and Paco!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on October 23, 2018, 13:54:27
Cormoran at sunset.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on October 23, 2018, 18:45:47
Good design and lovely color. The bird decorates the water and sun reflection well!(my view).
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on October 23, 2018, 22:21:33
Thank you Keith for your comment.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 23, 2018, 23:16:34
I didn't post an image here in a while.
Made in Cres this summer.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on October 24, 2018, 00:06:49
Jakov, as long as you remember to post all is well for our community :D

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 24, 2018, 11:19:02
Thank you, Birna <3
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on October 24, 2018, 11:33:43
Last summer 

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1917/44807067914_b3a0aeb8c5_o.jpg)

1 aw1
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on October 31, 2018, 22:04:24
Yellow.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on October 31, 2018, 22:06:16
I posted the wrong image, here is the yellow.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on November 05, 2018, 23:35:32
Quick test of the 500/5.6 PF, hand held, no processing, all parameters at 0, D750
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: CS on November 06, 2018, 01:07:19
D200 November 2011



Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 06, 2018, 01:09:59
D200 November 2011

You nailed it!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on November 11, 2018, 14:11:53
Harp detail. Nikon Df, 105/1.4
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 11, 2018, 22:59:33
Carl, maybe not your intention but there is a very interesting "13" along with your broken symmetry nails.


   Not only minimalist but unassuming one in a billion simple wave. The constant movement and beauty. Water.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 16, 2018, 12:23:03
Gold?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Gary on November 18, 2018, 16:46:06
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Travel/LA-Co-Arboretum/i-j4tvq8f/0/5291567c/L/IMG_9872a001-L.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on November 19, 2018, 21:17:31
Intriguing one, Gary.

Crossing a stream
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 19, 2018, 21:30:27
Bruno, you are a genius!
If I were ever to design a flag, that is what it would look like!
Escher would be proud of the metamorphosis, too :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on November 19, 2018, 23:25:46
Jakov, Jakov, Jakov, please do. A country with that flag would be a very loveable country.

Worried, D500 500/5.6 PF ISO 16000
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Gary on November 20, 2018, 04:30:53
Intriguing one, Gary.

Crossing a stream

I love this.  So why did the chicken cross the stream?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jack Dahlgren on November 21, 2018, 19:16:12
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4815/31042035337_e9e0024471_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Pi5xBP)811_0064 (https://flic.kr/p/Pi5xBP)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Gary on November 22, 2018, 05:21:36
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Travel/The-Getty-Center/i-G4PKPt6/1/d527dc0a/XL/IMG_4449-01a-XL.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Viv on November 22, 2018, 11:55:36
Is that my seat?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: armando_m on November 22, 2018, 16:45:33
Is that my seat?
wow, great image
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 22, 2018, 17:26:16
Is that my seat?

Wonderful abstraction!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 23, 2018, 11:04:50
Is that my seat?
Yes, lovely minimalism.
I don't know whether the emergency escape sign on the top is good or bad for the image :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Gary on November 23, 2018, 16:16:50
Is that my seat?

Well done!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on November 25, 2018, 21:09:46
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4917/32176654438_1446d1996c_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jack Dahlgren on November 26, 2018, 03:42:04
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4917/32176654438_1446d1996c_b.jpg)

That is maxi-minimalism
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 26, 2018, 11:49:31
That is maxi-minimalism
Someone eats a lot of apples :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on November 28, 2018, 09:14:20

Great catch, Jacques.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Seapy on November 28, 2018, 10:19:31
An apple a day keeps the doctor away.   ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on November 28, 2018, 23:34:02
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4882/45182575485_d405a974d7_b.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on December 07, 2018, 09:06:43
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Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on December 07, 2018, 09:29:18
A cold, calm and cloudy December afternoon at the seaside.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on December 18, 2018, 20:46:01
Way up north, one finds strange items.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on December 18, 2018, 22:33:39
Way up north, one finds strange items.

Love the red sky!  I suppose it is an IR image.  I wonder this objet was inspired by the "Cadillac Ranch" in Texas?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Hugh_3170 on December 19, 2018, 02:22:12
There is an avenue of light aeroplanes with their noses buried into the ground in South Australia. 

Artistic expression I am told.  My word - Caddys in the US, buses in Norway, planes in SA.....

Love the red sky!  I suppose it is an IR image.  I wonder this objet was inspired by the "Cadillac Ranch" in Texas?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Joost Bollens on January 03, 2019, 22:44:47
a floating tree...
D850 + sigma 150-600 sport @ 500mm f/8
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on January 04, 2019, 02:29:24
a floating tree...
D850 + sigma 150-600 sport @ 500mm f/8
A fabulous effect.  If only one could create the fog on demand!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 04, 2019, 10:36:53
Joost, that is a beautiful image!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on January 04, 2019, 13:47:09
a floating tree...
D850 + sigma 150-600 sport @ 500mm f/8

Excellent find and excecution!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on January 11, 2019, 17:37:57
With D500+500mm PF.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 22, 2019, 09:46:51
Snowy in The Hague today.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on January 22, 2019, 10:35:24
Snow and fog create a nice impression of softness - kudos.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 22, 2019, 11:10:09
Lovely shot, Jakov.  !

We are still waiting for the first snow here in Tilburg ;)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on January 22, 2019, 11:38:37
Snowy in The Hague today.

Jakov, Jakov, Jakov!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on January 22, 2019, 11:40:48
great picture, Jakov
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Hugh_3170 on January 22, 2019, 12:49:26
Exactly, Exactly, Exactly!
   ;D         ;D         ;D

Jakov, Jakov, Jakov!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on January 23, 2019, 15:35:38
Jakov, Jakov, Jakov!

+1

Smashing!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 23, 2019, 17:18:27
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4908/39876157593_94faf26ecf_o.jpg)

January 22 2019

some snow
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 23, 2019, 22:43:28
Magic Jakov!

   Fons, I find this image thrilling with extra... I can´t point my finger.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 24, 2019, 09:45:17
Thank you, thank you, thank you to Paco, Hans, Hugh, Thomas, Akira, John, and Birna for your contribution to my snowy image :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Hugh_3170 on January 24, 2019, 10:45:56
Jakov, you can have no appreciation of just how pleasant your snowy image looks and feels right now to a man that has endured a 41 Dec C day here in Melbourne and 44 Deg C is expected tomorrow.  Aargh!

A hot summer for us this year.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 24, 2019, 11:29:04
Thank you Paco
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 24, 2019, 14:39:02
Jakov, you can have no appreciation of just how pleasant your snowy image looks and feels right now to a man that has endured a 41 Dec C day here in Melbourne and 44 Deg C is expected tomorrow.  Aargh!

A hot summer for us this year.

Go to the Australian Open, I heard they have a roof and a fully air-conditioned arena :)
However, as you would like some snow, i would like some sunshine...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on January 24, 2019, 16:25:58
Jakov, you can have no appreciation of just how pleasant your snowy image looks and feels right now to a man that has endured a 41 Dec C day here in Melbourne and 44 Deg C is expected tomorrow.  Aargh!

A hot summer for us this year.

Try putting this on the top of your head ... a natural block of ice frozen on a river bank, as found and captured today with the 55CRT-Nikkor f/1.2 lens on the Z6.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on January 24, 2019, 18:34:46
Try putting this on the top of your head ... a natural block of ice frozen on a river bank, as found and captured today with the 55CRT-Nikkor f/1.2 lens on the Z6.

Looks promising, Birna.  Could you disclose a little bit of technical data?  The approximate focusing distance and the aperture, maybe?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 24, 2019, 19:11:55
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4811/39897985173_f01d21981c_o.jpg)


Have some tea
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Ann on January 24, 2019, 19:45:26
I love the beautiful and subtle colours and the interesting textures in Birna's Ice Cube.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on January 24, 2019, 22:45:53
Looks promising, Birna.  Could you disclose a little bit of technical data?  The approximate focusing distance and the aperture, maybe?

Camera was running 1600 ISO as the weather was really dark ... yet this capture used 1/8000 sec with the lens around 1:3 magnification and aperture probably around f/4 (no feedback into the EXIF). Ice is bright.

This setup has been shown earlier in the Z6/7 Camera talk thread, so suffice it here to say the lens will focus from infinity (at which distance the quality is atrocious and only the on-axis part has any likeness to a focused image) to around 1:2, thus encompassing the optimum 1:4 ~1:5 magnification.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on January 25, 2019, 03:30:47
Camera was running 1600 ISO as the weather was really dark ... yet this capture used 1/8000 sec with the lens around 1:3 magnification and aperture probably around f/4 (no feedback into the EXIF). Ice is bright.

This setup has been shown earlier in the Z6/7 Camera talk thread, so suffice it here to say the lens will focus from infinity (at which distance the quality is atrocious and only the on-axis part has any likeness to a focused image) to around 1:2, thus encompassing the optimum 1:4 ~1:5 magnification.

Thank you for the details!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Hugh_3170 on January 25, 2019, 04:52:57
Thank you Birna - just what the doctor ordered!
It has peaked today at 41 Deg C, but we have had a cold change accompanied with high winds (which has just blown out a section of my fence at home).  Aargh!

Try putting this on the top of your head ... a natural block of ice frozen on a river bank, as found and captured today with the 55CRT-Nikkor f/1.2 lens on the Z6.

The tennis centre has recently had its roof closure feature speeded up, so it can now be closed in a matter of just a few minutes rather than over a half hour wait previously.
What we have down here is a kind of high temperature version of the northern hemisphere's cabin fever syndrome where the high outside temperatures keep people inside their airconditioned homes and offices.  Then it gets you when you venture outside.....

I do however sympathise with those in the cooler northern climates at this time of prolonged cold for them.

Go to the Australian Open, I heard they have a roof and a fully air-conditioned arena :)
However, as you would like some snow, i would like some sunshine...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on January 25, 2019, 11:56:02
An entity is born in the blink of an eye

Panasonic GF-1, 125 mm f/1.2 lens

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on January 29, 2019, 21:40:32
Snow drift.

AFS 200/2 G + TC14E.2,  D3X
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on January 29, 2019, 21:47:16
footsteps that dont return

(https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7855/33007829238_d101cf8cf2_o.jpg)

D850  50mm f/1.4g
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on February 12, 2019, 22:55:49
Inviting benches -- do take your seat (?)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on February 16, 2019, 14:04:25
Put an Oude Delft lens on the Z camera and magic is almost guaranteed

(http://nikongear.net/revival/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=8075.0;attach=37720;image)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 16, 2019, 14:42:53
Put an Oude Delft lens on the Z camera and magic is almost guaranteed

Love the endearing rendition!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on February 17, 2019, 08:48:03
At the delta of Gallikos river south of Salonica
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Matthew Currie on February 19, 2019, 00:09:07
At the "Remarkable Rocks," on Kangaroo Island in Australia

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 19, 2019, 00:44:40
At the "Remarkable Rocks," on Kangaroo Island in Australia

Oh, love this illusionistic image!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 19, 2019, 12:38:52
At the "Remarkable Rocks," on Kangaroo Island in Australia

   Great ilusion. Love your presentation choices.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on March 20, 2019, 15:20:27
I have to go to Japan... Sacromonte, Granada. d200 ir modified
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on March 20, 2019, 15:45:06
I have to go to Japan... Sacromonte, Granada. d200 ir modified
i have to go to Japan and Granada!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on March 20, 2019, 16:09:52
New lens...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on March 20, 2019, 16:43:43
I have to go to Japan... Sacromonte, Granada. d200 ir modified

Yes, you have to, and take pictures like this!

i have to go to Japan and Granada!

Yes, you have to, and I have to go to Granada as well!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on March 20, 2019, 16:44:20
New lens...

Your DOF is becoming shallower and shallower...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jack Dahlgren on March 22, 2019, 17:54:29
Coming to the end of the concrete phase so only a few bones left around the site.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on April 03, 2019, 13:44:06
Jack, that is fantastic. Love the strong graphics, use of color and wonderful light. Al come together with great impact. Love it.

   3D lights, wake up early.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 20, 2019, 23:14:22
Night stroll with 58mm 1.4 noct, fully open.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on May 22, 2019, 13:10:34
Night stroll with 58mm 1.4 noct, fully open.

Paco, I like this one very much!

Or should I say Paco, Paco, Paco !

...but here's another one: Out of the fog

(Unipol building standing out of the fog, in my hometown Bologna)

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on May 24, 2019, 14:07:41
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/47923551382_5c8c6889c9_o.jpg)

wind-torn web
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on May 31, 2019, 11:12:12
Passing under the green bridge

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on May 31, 2019, 19:06:04
17-35/2.8
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: fentriss on May 31, 2019, 21:54:40
''Dandelion, should i really be there?'' (http://malus.exotica.org.uk/~zeg/muenchen/redwall032019.jpg)

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 31, 2019, 22:02:11
Grazie Massimo .

  John, yet again the same effect but minimalist. It still works very good!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on June 01, 2019, 08:16:35
Thanks  Paco !
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on June 07, 2019, 11:11:21
White on blue
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on June 07, 2019, 18:25:55
Resting

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on June 14, 2019, 09:46:52
Resting II
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on June 14, 2019, 10:28:34
Beautiful comparision/contrast with the two images !!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on June 14, 2019, 12:35:32
Resting II

[joke mode ON]

is the woman french?

[joke mode OFF]

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on June 14, 2019, 13:00:22
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48048973613_feb5841069_o.jpg)

Cephalaria g. buttons

D850, 200mm f/2

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on June 14, 2019, 13:15:26
The real frog had to sleep with an eye half open...

Ciao from Massimo
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Post by: Akira on June 14, 2019, 14:03:53
Resting II

This is splendid, Paco!

Is the red circle a projection on the background, or a lens flare?
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Post by: golunvolo on June 14, 2019, 15:08:01
Thank you for your inputs  ;)

  Akira, it is a proyection. The show has a lot circles within circles, planets, rotations and son on. Theere is a circular proyection screen. There was banding on the proyected images unless slower than 1/40th of a second shutter speed. In here, the image was fixed in photoshop from the original one: nikon z6, 70-200 2.8e @70mm and f2.8,  1/160, iso 1600, silent shutter.
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Post by: mxbianco on June 16, 2019, 19:13:19
Resting III

Shot today

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Luc on June 16, 2019, 21:50:49
Nikon Z6 + Nikkor Z 24-70mm

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48063866316_7ebef182a6_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on June 19, 2019, 21:19:25
Rope and black granite. Eggum beach, Lofoten

Ciao from Massimo
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Post by: mxbianco on July 02, 2019, 20:20:38
Venice, Punta Sabbioni

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on July 03, 2019, 19:35:22
Two small iceberg floating in the water.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48189825647_03521d3bf1_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2gqnsfT)
små isfjell (https://flic.kr/p/2gqnsfT) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Asle F on July 03, 2019, 19:36:41
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48189770131_234f8ea645_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2gqnaKH)
snøgrotte (https://flic.kr/p/2gqnaKH) by Asle Feten (https://www.flickr.com/photos/afoton/), on Flickr
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on July 08, 2019, 13:52:45
Cool indeed. Minimalistic on several scales. Admit I "misread" the image first time the page opened ...  almost like a close-up of a Bill Brandt nude on the beach ...
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Post by: Airy on July 08, 2019, 20:06:57
Cool indeed. Minimalistic on several scales. Admit I "misread" the image first time the page opened ...  almost like a close-up of a Bill Brandt nude on the beach ...

Same here :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on July 09, 2019, 10:23:02
Physalis alkekengi

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on July 16, 2019, 06:54:06
An Ammonite in the marble of a sidewalk

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on July 18, 2019, 08:29:56
Aletschgletscher: the path to Mönchhütte

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Hugh_3170 on July 18, 2019, 09:27:18
Nice and well seen.

Now if we could only see one of these or similar up on Mars...

An Ammonite in the marble of a sidewalk

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on September 10, 2019, 07:08:56
Colours
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Post by: Jakov Minić on September 10, 2019, 11:24:31
Aletschgletscher: the path to Mönchhütte

Ciao from Massimo
Massimo, this one is beautiful!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on September 10, 2019, 11:25:06
Colours

John, is that the famous Tilburg crossing :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on September 10, 2019, 11:29:43
John, is that the famous Tilburg crossing :)
Yes :)   But now shot with the Z6  AF-S 300/4 D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on September 10, 2019, 12:09:44
Excellent Massimo. Ambiance, perspective and graphics.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on September 10, 2019, 13:34:57
Minimal duck
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on October 03, 2019, 15:41:09
Sky
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 17, 2019, 21:56:30
Opposite minimalism to John´s image.
  I really do like lampposts  :o
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on October 17, 2019, 22:20:49
Opposite minimalism to John´s image.
  I really do like lampposts  :o

Love the complementary colors of the blue hour.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Tristin on October 17, 2019, 22:36:06
Elias, #1338 is nice.  Cute!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 17, 2019, 23:41:34
Thank you Akira, I wansn´t sure the deep blue, so close to black, will show up in every screen.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on October 18, 2019, 16:06:26
Minimal duck

This one prompted me on another one:

One of my wildcats

After a huge snowstorm the feline colony was overwhelmed with 130 cm of snow. Miele was playing peek-a-boo after I dug a trail across the snow blanket

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Øivind Tøien on October 21, 2019, 06:15:13

Minimalistic ocean:

#1
(https://otoien.zenfolio.com/img/s/v-10/p3663103703.jpg)


#2
(https://otoien.zenfolio.com/img/s/v-10/p3663103699.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on November 01, 2019, 18:35:32
Moon crescent

Maybe had a place in the clouds section

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on November 11, 2019, 20:00:20
A prince under a magic spell.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on November 11, 2019, 21:57:46
Massimo, Elsid, stunning.
The blue light and the eyes of the frog!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 11, 2019, 22:27:36
Elsid, stunning indeed
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on November 14, 2019, 19:38:02
Jakov, Paco thank you for your comment.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Matthew Currie on November 21, 2019, 15:39:45
Sleeping rough in the Falklands.

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: rosko on November 21, 2019, 21:10:30
Something floral...
With Heligon.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on November 21, 2019, 22:07:39
Poppy
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Nikfuson on November 21, 2019, 22:12:50
I’m caught in the blues these days.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on November 26, 2019, 10:46:34
Goldfishes

I was undecided between goldfish and goldfishes, finally decided upon goldfishes on account of the two kinds present.

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: rosko on December 17, 2019, 19:41:03
Plaine de Beauce, near Chartres, France.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on December 17, 2019, 19:47:02
Lovely  :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: rosko on December 17, 2019, 20:26:46
Lovely  :)

Thanks, Bent !
However, I am not happy with the result, I mean it doesn't like the original.
Never mind !  ;)

Have happy Christmas, Bent and Gunver !
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on December 17, 2019, 22:48:10
Also a merry Christmas to you Francis.
We really enjoyed your company and food in Scotland  :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on December 18, 2019, 10:13:41
Lovely mood, smooth and emotional
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: rosko on December 18, 2019, 13:54:36
Thanks, Erik !
And happy christmas. ;)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on December 18, 2019, 14:17:14
Many greetings to you too  ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on December 18, 2019, 19:29:53
Screen, smartphone, flash, waiting for Star Wars 9 to begin
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 19, 2019, 10:21:57
I’m caught in the blues these days.

all of them on this page are nice, but this one pops out as special!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on December 19, 2019, 13:49:07
I agree excellent work here!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on December 22, 2019, 14:59:19
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49258025098_b3e4402234_k.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on January 19, 2020, 00:49:28
From dark to light...and vice-versa

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on January 21, 2020, 23:26:16
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49416206906_df66828a91_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on January 22, 2020, 03:54:32
This is a great find and capture, Jacks!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on January 24, 2020, 07:30:46
Ripples

Ciao from Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: tommiejeep on January 30, 2020, 13:15:10
Bow (of wooden boat) and Kingfisher
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 02, 2020, 07:41:12
m and c
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 02, 2020, 14:10:45
Akira, Akira, Akira, also known as Mr Cloud <3
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on February 02, 2020, 22:13:35
m and c
Authentically minimal. I like it.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 02, 2020, 22:26:52
Thank you, Jakov and Keith!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Nikfuson on February 02, 2020, 23:17:28
m and c

How much less minimalistic can it get? Great imagery Akira!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 02, 2020, 23:43:43
How much less minimalistic can it get? Great imagery Akira!

Thank you, Sten!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 03, 2020, 16:29:21
Super Akira.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Nikkor Shooter on February 03, 2020, 17:55:46
(http://www.kodiakmedia.at/2020/02/B0653%20ED.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 03, 2020, 20:51:48
Super Akira.

Thank you, John!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 04, 2020, 19:39:33
Lonely bird
d500, 70-200 2.8e
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on February 04, 2020, 21:42:32
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49480059822_41d89c2267_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on February 05, 2020, 10:21:27
Paco and Jacques, you put a smile on my face :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Erik Lund on February 05, 2020, 11:14:15
Best brick wall shot ever!  8)   
Bird on a wire  ;D curving up  :o
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on February 05, 2020, 18:43:37
Paco and Jaques,  both with great pictures, congrats
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 05, 2020, 21:53:17
thank you guys  :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bill Mellen on February 05, 2020, 22:53:32
Paco and Jacques, you put a smile on my face :)

+1 For me

Jacques course of bricks and Paco’s bird on a wire are both delightful!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 06, 2020, 09:05:08
Paco and Jaques,  both with great pictures, congrats
Yes, great shots.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 22, 2020, 01:27:33
Just a little bit.

 Z6, 35mm 1.4 ais
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on May 23, 2020, 01:04:36
smooth Paco smooth
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on May 23, 2020, 01:45:26
Thank you Jakov. The photography gods were generous thst evening
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: mxbianco on May 23, 2020, 12:29:31
I don't believe in god, even photography god, but Birds? They are on the go everywhere! (yesterday evening)

Sunset song

Ciao fom Massimo
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on May 25, 2020, 08:21:10
always nostalgic when i see TV antennas. amazed they are still in use. beautiful light.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on August 27, 2020, 13:13:10
Flying over wires, La Muela, Spain.

  D200 ir, 18-70mm
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on August 27, 2020, 13:26:20
Flying over wires, La Muela, Spain.

  D200 ir, 18-70mm

A splendidly minimalistic composition, Paco!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on August 27, 2020, 13:57:27
Thank you Akira
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on August 27, 2020, 15:13:14
Flying over wires, La Muela, Spain.

  D200 ir, 18-70mm

Paco, Paco, Paco!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on August 27, 2020, 16:34:40
Paco, Paco, Paco!

You can say that again!

Wow !!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on September 01, 2020, 11:12:23
Thank you.
  That place is very special for me. So happy you like it too!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on September 14, 2020, 20:16:03
Circle...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on September 14, 2020, 21:02:27
Planet John  :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on September 14, 2020, 21:09:39
Planet John  :)
Something like that :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 29, 2020, 23:20:55
Everyday optic games.

  D5, 58mm 1.4
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on October 30, 2020, 00:39:26
Everyday optic games.

  D5, 58mm 1.4

Oh, I love it, Paco!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 30, 2020, 00:46:57
Thank you Akira
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on October 30, 2020, 10:54:14
Oh, I love it, Paco!

Me too!

You are playing in the Primera Division (sorry for the football metaphor).

There is nothing more to do than to echo Jakov:
Paco, Paco, Paco  :D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 30, 2020, 13:57:27
Thanks Hans  :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on October 31, 2020, 13:38:19
Paco, Paco, Paco, brilliant inversion!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 31, 2020, 15:29:27
Thank you Jakov. What you see is pretty much sooc, black and white conversion and straightening of the lines (I´m always tilted  ;D)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on November 16, 2020, 14:45:47
An oldie yet still working (in my view). The 50-300/4.5 ED Zoom-Nikkor was my "in car" lens for many years.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: PeterN on November 16, 2020, 14:59:55
Impressive! Would do great as a large print on a gallery wall
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on November 25, 2020, 21:24:07
If you are Ying, I am Yang.

Oude Delft 65mm f/0.75, Nikon Z50.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 26, 2020, 15:05:24
If you are Ying, I am Yang.

Oude Delft 65mm f/0.75, Nikon Z50.

Beautiful color composition and texture!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: rosko on November 30, 2020, 09:17:23
Tiny creature...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 30, 2020, 22:29:50
In the shower. Sooc. I haven´t been this happy with a shooting in a very long time. I like them all! Sometimes it just happens.

  D5, 70-200 2.8 fl, iso 3200, neutral profile, awb.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on December 01, 2020, 00:35:38
Birna image number 1, classic Rørslett.
Birna image number 2, you and your Oude Delft, i know how impossible it is to work with such depth of field.
Francis, glad that creature is tiny. Blown up, perfect for a horror movie.
Paco, Paco, Paco. The lines and the sensibility...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 01, 2020, 08:37:42
Thank you Mr. Jakov.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: rosko on December 01, 2020, 11:36:48
Ta, Mr Minić !  ;)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jacques on December 02, 2020, 20:47:59
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50672314148_dc9ce4cea5_h.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on January 14, 2021, 13:05:03
From my minimalistic  Lofoten series.

(D3X, 125/2.5 CV Apo-Lanthar)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on January 31, 2021, 11:55:14
The AFS 200mm f/2 Nikkor is also great for making minimalistic images ....
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on February 06, 2021, 20:09:33
Fence

D4S  AF-S  17-35/2.8
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 07, 2021, 10:35:46
Reeds

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 07, 2021, 11:59:19
Liquidy

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on February 07, 2021, 14:31:22
Late spring in the inland mountain range.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 07, 2021, 15:05:51
Birna, Birna, Birna, your concepts, technique and visual impact are as astonishing as ever.

  Thanks for sharing it.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on February 07, 2021, 15:27:18
Late spring in the inland mountain range.

That's one of my favorite styles of your photographic concepts!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on February 07, 2021, 15:45:02
Thanks Paco & Akira :)

The scenery simply asked for it. All I had to do was push the release button and do a little additional housekeeping afterwards.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on February 10, 2021, 22:46:21
In the case below, I had to jump into the aquatic environment with Ruth. An underwater housing for my Nikon D700 with the 20/2.8 Nikkor AIS was at hand. The coastal waters here at our summer cottage are rather murky as we are quite close to where Norway's largest river empties into the Norwegian Sea. Thus even when shooting up close, the overall sharpness of the scene suffers due to water tubidity and particle scattering. The evening sun broke through the clouds to give some much needed brilliance to the subsurface scene.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: rosko on February 12, 2021, 09:23:37
Late spring in the inland mountain range.

Interesting one , Birna !

Purely your own style.

Just wondering about the zig-zag at the left side. Metal bars, wooden posts ? Less likely a path.

Did you slide the ''saturation cursor'' to obtain the blue water ?

Am I curious ?  ;D ;D



 
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on February 12, 2021, 09:33:42
The "zig-zag" is a mountain road which may or may not open this year.

Pure water is sky blue.

This is a landscape scene taken at a distance of around 1 km.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: rosko on February 12, 2021, 12:05:50
fantastic interpretation !
 ;)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on February 12, 2021, 21:34:53
fantastic interpretetion !
 ;)

+1

One of mine, snow helps the minimalistic nature of scenes.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: rosko on February 13, 2021, 00:53:46
+1

One of mine, snow helps the minimalistic nature of scenes.


It does the job, well done !
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on February 15, 2021, 10:43:18
It does the job, well done !

Thanks Francis.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on February 23, 2021, 09:01:21
A winding road ahead towards a sustainable, "Green" future.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 23, 2021, 11:44:49
Oleeeee
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Dogman on February 25, 2021, 19:52:29
Happy cat parking?  From this angle, maybe so.

D700, 28/1.8G.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: HCS on March 02, 2021, 22:13:47
Shaking up this thread  ;D

Bumpy cars in San Diego!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on March 03, 2021, 12:12:37
Spring has visited by neighborhood.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on March 06, 2021, 19:57:35
The wind drag from a passing commuter train makes fresh snow into rolling snowballs.

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on April 17, 2021, 16:32:01
This birds come to my mother's house everyday looking for something to eat. They are getting bold  :)

Z6, 70 200mm 2.8 fl
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on May 23, 2021, 19:53:37
Browsing through the archives, I stumbed upon this image which I had all forgotten.

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on June 27, 2021, 21:16:10
Late evening light games.

  D5, 105mm 1.4e
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Dogman on June 27, 2021, 23:43:15
Fuji X-Pro2, 35mm ƒ/2 Fujinon lens.


Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on June 27, 2021, 23:59:53
Birna, i remember that image. A classic!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: pluton on July 01, 2021, 00:02:34
Late evening light games.

  D5, 105mm 1.4e
Good mystery...The inevitable 'what is that thing?' question keeps me looking at the photo. 
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Gone on July 01, 2021, 00:30:18
Last light over Italy

(https://nikon-dslr.net/gallery/590/20180222_184819.jpg)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on August 01, 2021, 00:01:43
Thank you Keith.

 This one should be way more obvious but I hope interesting enough. Crosspoint.
  Z6, 24-70mm f4S
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on August 06, 2021, 23:58:28
A minimal story of perseverance. It finally got through to the other side
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Wannabebetter on August 07, 2021, 00:47:05
A sanitized, or pre-processed version of what was the basis of a proposed poster art project, a decade ago. Some "dark", quite literally and visually, neo pagan, gothic silliness only the death metal-heads could appreciate. I say "literally" because the print was much darker -- bordered in a deep, fuzzy-black silhouette with an over-all silver-green caste. Ultimately, the finished product was a "greeting card" -- dreadful prose and all -- and something only kids with black fingernails could truly appreciate. I make no excuse, for my own excesses, then or now.

As you may well can visualize, all that empty space occupying the lower 2/3 to the right was were the awful "poetry" appeared. Should I ever find the nerve, or shed my last measure of self respect, I might post the finished project on another thread. Say, for Halloween or the name day of some Norse deity. (Or a CD release?)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on August 07, 2021, 17:42:11
A minimal story of perseverance. It finally got through to the other side

Paco, Paco, Paco.
Was the auto rotate feature locked?
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on August 07, 2021, 19:23:56
Paco, Paco, Paco.
Was the auto rotate feature locked?
+1
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on August 07, 2021, 23:46:22
I guess so  ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on August 08, 2021, 20:01:49
Lake Constance
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on September 10, 2021, 10:13:58
Construction work presents many opportunities.

  D3S, 58mm 1.4g
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Post by: rosko on September 10, 2021, 12:12:51
Minimalism in contrasts.
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Post by: pluton on September 12, 2021, 09:16:54
Minimalism in contrasts.
Good one, Francis!
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Post by: rosko on September 12, 2021, 17:20:02
Thanks, Keith ! ;)
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Post by: John Geerts on September 12, 2021, 19:57:37
Yes, great shot, Francis.
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Post by: golunvolo on September 30, 2021, 23:35:41
"Selfie"

  D5, 70-200mm 2.8 fl
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Post by: Akira on October 04, 2021, 22:32:58
Crescent moon at dawn.
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Post by: Akira on October 04, 2021, 22:35:11
"Selfie"

  D5, 70-200mm 2.8 fl

This is a very poetic shot!
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Post by: golunvolo on October 04, 2021, 22:54:27
Thank you Akira, so is yours. It has a story telling feeling about it. A mystery
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Post by: Akira on October 04, 2021, 23:14:51
Thank you Akira, so is yours. It has a story telling feeling about it. A mystery

Thank you, Paco.  Yes, we share similar sensitivities.
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Post by: golunvolo on October 04, 2021, 23:52:04
I think so, too  :)
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Post by: mxbianco on October 05, 2021, 08:28:58
No Title

(can be whatever you want)

Nikon Df, 70-180mm f/4.5-5.6 AF-D micro-Nikkor

Ciao from Massimo
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Post by: Akira on October 05, 2021, 11:22:04
Minimalist geometry.
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Post by: mxbianco on October 07, 2021, 20:05:14
No title

(can be whatever you want)

Ciao from Massimo
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Post by: Bruno Schroder on October 26, 2021, 23:43:20
How little do you need to show?
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Post by: Joost Bollens on October 27, 2021, 13:40:30
How little do you need to show?

I suppose there is some lower limit, but where would that be?
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Post by: Bruno Schroder on October 28, 2021, 09:55:01
I think we both could show less :).
Nice one, Joost.
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Post by: Snoogly on October 28, 2021, 10:05:49
Hooker.
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Post by: John Geerts on October 28, 2021, 15:16:06
White Wall.
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Post by: Hugh_3170 on October 28, 2021, 15:20:32
Ah ha - I know this pattern.  Someone has gotten rid of their ivy.  ;)

White Wall.
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Post by: Jakov Minić on November 22, 2021, 17:04:18
From my brief outing in Rotterdam.
Shot and processed with a smartphone.
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Post by: golunvolo on November 22, 2021, 21:28:47
Very strong graphic impact Jakov
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Post by: HCS on November 22, 2021, 22:03:18
From my brief outing in Rotterdam.
Shot and processed with a smartphone.

Smartphone or not ... this is once again a very Jakovian image. Great one!
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Post by: Jakov Minić on November 23, 2021, 10:22:51
Paco and Hans, you are most kind. Thank you for your lovely words.
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Post by: Akira on November 23, 2021, 11:00:40
From my brief outing in Rotterdam.
Shot and processed with a smartphone.

Jakov, Jakov, Jakov!
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Post by: MFloyd on November 23, 2021, 16:26:40
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51642864342_6820a875d0_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mFvbmN)
_D648658.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2mFvbmN)
Bahrain 2021 World Endurance Championship (WEC).
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Post by: Jakov Minić on November 23, 2021, 20:00:44
Jakov, Jakov, Jakov!
<3 <3 <3
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Post by: golunvolo on December 13, 2021, 00:48:48
Still minimal energy.

 Z6, 105mm 2.5 ai
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Post by: Jakov Minić on December 13, 2021, 08:47:04
Paco, Paco, Paco, max energy!
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Post by: Bruno Schroder on December 13, 2021, 11:48:53
Shot and processed with a smartphone.
Long live Jakov with a smartphone then!!
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Post by: Bruno Schroder on December 13, 2021, 11:51:04
Still minimal energy.
The curved white top is brilliant
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Post by: golunvolo on December 13, 2021, 12:42:27
Thank you Bruno and Mr. Jakov  ;)
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Post by: Jakov Minić on December 15, 2021, 19:15:39
Long live Bruno, with or without a smartphone!

First i wanted to post this image in Akira's Cloud Theme, but then i noticed that we hit 100 pages here, so here. 

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Post by: Bruno Schroder on December 16, 2021, 12:13:02
These walls intentionally left almost blank
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Post by: Jan Anne on December 16, 2021, 21:27:30
Egret in the Mist.

Shot earlier today with the D500 and 200-500VR @ 500mm.
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Post by: Jakov Minić on December 16, 2021, 21:32:54
Bruno, you completely confused me. Took me time to realise what was what  8)
JA, JA, JA (since when do you shoot birds).
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Post by: Jan Anne on December 16, 2021, 22:17:26
JA, JA, JA (since when do you shoot birds).
Its the only interesting thing going on here on my property nowadays haha, also helps to have a camera ready to go to capture these brief moments in time.

Might set up some hides which I can enter undetected as the birds and wildlife are so skittish around here, see plenty of opportunities during the day but can’t get close enough for a good shot so usually just grab the 15x56 Swaro and enjoy the moment without disturbing the scene.
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Post by: Akira on December 16, 2021, 22:33:57
Egret in the Mist.

Shot earlier today with the D500 and 200-500VR @ 500mm.

Fantastic!
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Post by: Bruno Schroder on December 16, 2021, 23:28:09
Great one. Egret on your property, lucky you. Build this hide!
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Post by: golunvolo on December 17, 2021, 11:25:36
Fantastic!

It is. Love this minimal approach
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Post by: John Geerts on December 18, 2021, 07:35:52
Egret in the Mist.

Shot earlier today with the D500 and 200-500VR @ 500mm.
Surrealistic,  I like it.
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Post by: Jakov Minić on December 21, 2021, 16:29:35
Birds, a perfect pattern for a dress.
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Post by: Birna Rørslett on December 21, 2021, 17:09:47
Would be marvelous on a pink dress :)
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Post by: golunvolo on December 21, 2021, 21:54:42
Birds, a perfect pattern for a dress.

And for a wall!
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Post by: Jakov Minić on December 21, 2021, 22:40:55
Birna, the stylist. <3
Paco, i was even thinking of painting my ceiling and wall.  8)
There must be other applications...
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on December 21, 2021, 22:42:11
Birds, a perfect pattern for a dress.

Jakov x 10^10!
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Post by: Jakov Minić on December 22, 2021, 10:29:08
Jakov x 10^10!
Akira, not sure what it means, but i will take it, thanks :)
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Post by: golunvolo on January 10, 2022, 00:53:01
A woman, a kid, a bird. Minimalist beach.

 D200 ir, 70-200mm 3.5-5.6 vr

  As a side note, the d200 was not very accurate with gps metadata until now. The foolography + gps module makes the positioning spot on.
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Post by: Jakov Minić on January 10, 2022, 08:24:34
Paco, Paco, Paco  8)
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Post by: golunvolo on January 10, 2022, 13:31:47
Thank you Jakov. I'm strangely pleased with this image  :)
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Post by: Birna Rørslett on January 10, 2022, 13:45:21
Strangely pleased,  but not surprised? Elegant use of negative space in a strong composition.
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Post by: John Geerts on January 10, 2022, 14:19:29
A woman, a kid, a bird. Minimalist beach.

 D200 ir, 70-200mm 3.5-5.6 vr

  As a side note, the d200 was not very accurate with gps metadata until now. The foolography + gps module makes the positioning spot on.
a beauty paco.  Love that composition.
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Post by: HCS on January 10, 2022, 15:57:11
A woman, a kid, a bird. Minimalist beach.

 D200 ir, 70-200mm 3.5-5.6 vr

  As a side note, the d200 was not very accurate with gps metadata until now. The foolography + gps module makes the positioning spot on.

Hot dang Paco !!

I can only add to the praise. So much tension in this image, great image.
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Post by: Bruno Schroder on January 10, 2022, 17:07:54
Great one, Paco. I love your use of such tiny positive spaces.
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Post by: golunvolo on January 10, 2022, 23:09:03
Thank you all for the nice words. I'm very happy you enjoyed it


Strangely pleased,  but not surprised? Elegant use of negative space in a strong composition.


   Birna, I don't know exactly what are you asking but it provoques a deeper thought in the process of picture-taking. I'm surprised every time.
  I have been reading with interest the post by Michael about Allan Walls and the mental state and awareness they put in their process. Eric seems to know what they are talking about too. Not me. If anything, I think mine maybe the opposite. There is a sense of no-thought, no-ego, no-questions when I'm "in" . I can say that I shot by instinct, so much as to consider every pressing of the shutter as an act of serendipity, instead of one of deliberate action, like there is someone else doing it...but I digress. All this to tell you that yes, many of the images I take do surprise me when I get home. That's not to tell that I will like them  :) but they are little gifts and in this particular case, an image that took me by surprise, that it is in infrared and "out there" compositionally, I do feel strangely -and wonderfully- pleased.

    I hope this makes any sense out of my head. 
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Post by: Birna Rørslett on January 11, 2022, 11:54:33
What you describe is an echo of my own experiences in photography.
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Post by: golunvolo on January 11, 2022, 12:49:15
Ah, that struck a chord.
It may well be a reason why I feel such emotional response and inspiration from your work.

   Thanks once again.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Jakov Minić on January 11, 2022, 23:17:40
Thank you all for the nice words. I'm very happy you enjoyed it



   Birna, I don't know exactly what are you asking but it provoques a deeper thought in the process of picture-taking. I'm surprised every time.
  I have been reading with interest the post by Michael about Allan Walls and the mental state and awareness they put in their process. Eric seems to know what they are talking about too. Not me. If anything, I think mine maybe the opposite. There is a sense of no-thought, no-ego, no-questions when I'm "in" . I can say that I shot by instinct, so much as to consider every pressing of the shutter as an act of serendipity, instead of one of deliberate action, like there is someone else doing it...but I digress. All this to tell you that yes, many of the images I take do surprise me when I get home. That's not to tell that I will like them  :) but they are little gifts and in this particular case, an image that took me by surprise, that it is in infrared and "out there" compositionally, I do feel strangely -and wonderfully- pleased.

    I hope this makes any sense out of my head.

Lovely, lovely, lovely <3
Little gifts are magical and bring loads of joy :)
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Post by: golunvolo on January 18, 2022, 12:33:33
Lovely, lovely, lovely <3
Little gifts are magical and bring loads of joy :)

  I completely agree Mr. Jakov. Many of the things I do, I do trying to catch those.  ;)
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Post by: golunvolo on January 18, 2022, 12:34:47
Not a city night-scape from far away

   Z6, 300mm 2.8 vrII
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Post by: HCS on March 04, 2022, 22:12:15
aghh ... so many great images here.

Not claiming any kind of greatness here ... one from recent weekend on the isle of Texel in The NL.

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Post by: golunvolo on March 05, 2022, 23:17:49
Triangulation.

  d5300 ir 830nm, 85mm 1.8g
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Post by: Bruno Schroder on March 18, 2022, 23:01:31
DReambulations
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Post by: Birna Rørslett on March 22, 2022, 11:23:24
A  Black Mamba suddenly appeared on my work table -- I chased away  the slithering creature at speed.
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Post by: mxbianco on March 22, 2022, 20:46:47
Jakov x 10^10!

Akira, not sure what it means, but i will take it, thanks :)

Should be "Jakov" repeated 10 billion times, but if you take the exclamation mark as a factorial sign, it's a muuuuuuch bigger number of Jakov's...

Ciao from Massimo
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Post by: Akira on March 23, 2022, 00:30:40
A  Black Mamba suddenly appeared on my work table -- I chased away  the slithering creature at speed.

The thunderbolt may be more effective for the purpose.   :D
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Post by: Birna Rørslett on March 23, 2022, 08:05:16
I'm not a Mac user. Sky is clear of thunderbolts.
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Post by: Hans_S on March 23, 2022, 10:00:13
A  Black Mamba suddenly appeared on my work table -- I chased away  the slithering creature at speed.
So in retreat, it would be viewed as a Black Usba   ;D
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Post by: Birna Rørslett on March 23, 2022, 14:46:37
No - more of the Black Stackshot variety.

For the Stackshot controllers one needs a whole bunch of bespoke cables. They have a mind of their own and slither around at own volition.
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Post by: Luc on March 28, 2022, 15:24:27
No 5

Nikon Z6 + Nikkor Z 24-70mm f4 S

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51965503817_6b915c370c_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nb1MQn)Z6_DSC8969 (https://flic.kr/p/2nb1MQn) by Luc de Schepper (https://www.flickr.com/photos/lucdeschepper/), on Flickr
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Post by: John Geerts on March 29, 2022, 22:49:16
New glasses...
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Post by: Fons Baerken on April 04, 2022, 11:41:55
willow

D850, 105mm f/2 dc

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Post by: golunvolo on April 17, 2022, 23:20:01
The sun in Spain is the great leveler. All colors sucumb. Here, There is supposed to be strong orange in the cone, yellow in the number plate and vibrant green in the background.


  Z6, 85mm 1.8S
 
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Post by: golunvolo on May 29, 2022, 00:38:22
I realize just now this image has some connection to the one before in my mind.

  Minimalist construction under the sun.

  Z6, 24-70mmf4S
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Post by: golunvolo on June 06, 2022, 21:34:42
Minimalist de-crescendo from today's post: a hose and a sign, no woman.

  D5, 70-200mm 2.8 fl
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Post by: Jakov Minić on June 08, 2022, 12:23:46
Minimalist de-crescendo from today's post: a hose and a sign, no woman.

  D5, 70-200mm 2.8 fl
Paco, Paco, Paco!
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Post by: golunvolo on June 08, 2022, 15:35:23
Happy you like it Jakov. Thanks!
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Post by: Jakov Minić on June 08, 2022, 20:30:32
It takes a special eye and talent, Paco, to capture such an image.
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Post by: golunvolo on June 08, 2022, 21:01:22
You have me blushing here Jakov. Many thanks for the appreciation
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Post by: Dogman on September 17, 2022, 16:24:56
D700, 28/1.8G lens for first.  D2X, 16-85/3.5-5.6VR for second.




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Post by: Fons Baerken on September 17, 2022, 17:42:31
Street composition

Z6, 20mm f/1.8s
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Post by: golunvolo on January 19, 2023, 01:09:22
Communication from the lab (3)

 D300, 80-200mm 2.8 ed
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Post by: golunvolo on January 19, 2023, 01:17:49
Hold that thought.

  D300, 80-200mm 2.8 ed
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Post by: Snoogly on January 19, 2023, 09:10:12
Communication from the lab (3)

 D300, 80-200mm 2.8 ed

Very creepy! The Borg …

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Post by: golunvolo on January 19, 2023, 10:17:44
Very creepy! The Borg …

  I hope they don't come  :)
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Post by: Bob Foster on January 19, 2023, 21:42:10
Quote
Hold that thought.

Provocative!
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Post by: golunvolo on January 20, 2023, 00:12:14
Thank you Bob  8)
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Post by: John Geerts on January 20, 2023, 22:13:35
Great shot, Paco.
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Post by: John Geerts on January 20, 2023, 22:14:50
Wall
Z6  35/1.4 AiS
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Post by: Hans_S on January 21, 2023, 00:41:26
On the Yangtze.  Canon G9
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Post by: Hans_S on January 27, 2023, 06:44:52
Dust in a light beam. Z6, 20mm f1.8G 1/3sec
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Post by: pluton on January 27, 2023, 07:19:11
^^Hans---Fascinating imagery!
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Post by: Hans_S on January 28, 2023, 02:13:05
Thank you Keith. :)
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Post by: ColinM on January 28, 2023, 10:15:38
Dust in a light beam. Z6, 20mm f1.8G 1/3sec

Nicely seen Hans
As well as being suitably minimalist, its abstract nature makes it very pleasing
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Post by: golunvolo on January 28, 2023, 10:29:22
Great shot, Paco.

Thank you John, much appreciated
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Hans_S on January 29, 2023, 11:15:45
Thank you Colin.  :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 02, 2023, 18:41:55
City iceberg.

 D200 ir, 70-300 3.5-5.6 vr
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Post by: Birna Rørslett on February 03, 2023, 00:17:46
A really lovely "iceberg", Paco :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Fons Baerken on February 03, 2023, 04:25:51
City iceberg.

 D200 ir, 70-300 3.5-5.6 vr

Miro
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on February 03, 2023, 13:43:24
Thank you both!

  I have less time lately to shoot so, when I go out, I also go crazy...and a little greedy. I want to shoot everything!  ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on March 24, 2023, 22:57:23
First image I shot today.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on March 24, 2023, 22:58:54
Last image I shot today. Both with D850 and 105 1.4e. Marvellous combo. I still have minimalism as my most common way to get close to the subject, I think.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Dogman on March 25, 2023, 14:29:16
From 2020.  D2X with 16-85 lens.


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Post by: Hans_S on May 11, 2023, 04:01:25
At sea.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on July 16, 2023, 23:54:26
"Hard to get to" This white blocks had to be installed so people will not go the beach with their mopeds. Go figure. Still, it makes for an interesting view  :)
 D3S, 24-70 2.8 vr
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Post by: Bruno Schroder on July 24, 2023, 21:58:23
Female Lampyris noctiluca.
D500 AFS 105/2.8
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on September 18, 2023, 00:43:43
Once again I'm living very close to the beach, which I love. Afternoon stroll

  Z6, 85mm 1.8S
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on September 18, 2023, 03:18:46
Once again I'm living very close to the beach, which I love. Afternoon stroll

  Z6, 85mm 1.8S

Nice composition of the complementary colors.  Love the sand in International Klein Blue.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on September 18, 2023, 11:21:14
Thank you Akira, the image was processed to get closer to what you are pointing out. Happy too see It can be read in that direction.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: elsid on October 02, 2023, 17:22:25
At the North part of Greece, near Salonica.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 03, 2023, 00:22:25
Minimalist rhythm score.

  D5, 300mm 2.8 vrII
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: ColinM on October 03, 2023, 19:33:57
Minimalist rhythm score.

Lovely.
You had a productive day at the beach Paco :)
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Post by: golunvolo on October 03, 2023, 23:06:55
Lovely.
You had a productive day at the beach Paco :)

   Thank you Colin


  I had a blast. Work doesn't much time left for shooting so I get greedy when I have the chance

  The weather, the beach and the the gear...I had it all    ;)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on October 06, 2023, 13:15:22
iPhone snap while walking on the beach, Ambleteuse, Opal Coast, France
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on October 06, 2023, 23:58:48
iPhone snap while walking on the beach, Ambleteuse, Opal Coast, France

Nice find and presentation, Bruno.
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Post by: John Geerts on October 07, 2023, 09:37:53
Front door window
D3S 105/1.4
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Hans_S on October 24, 2023, 04:37:02
KR64 ...December 1979
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bruno Schroder on October 24, 2023, 18:11:19
Nice find and presentation, Bruno.
Thank you, Akira.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on October 31, 2023, 14:21:46
Child´s play are seldom minimal  ;D

  New, server, so far so good.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on November 02, 2023, 03:42:48
Child´s play are seldom minimal  ;D

  New, server, so far so good.

Very nice framing in terms of both color and geometry!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on November 02, 2023, 11:06:53
Thank you Akira
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 22, 2023, 01:37:27
Today's picture in the monthly thread takes the mystery away but still. It may become more interesting with time  :)

 D5, 50mm 1.4g
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Akira on December 22, 2023, 04:30:03
Today's picture in the monthly thread takes the mystery away but still. It may become more interesting with time  :)

 D5, 50mm 1.4g

Love this simple and balanced gradient geometry!  Nice!
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Thomas G on December 22, 2023, 12:05:21
Today's picture in the monthly thread takes the mystery away but still. It may become more interesting with time  :)

 D5, 50mm 1.4g
Very nice - simple yet strong  :)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 22, 2023, 23:29:46
Thank you both.

   We need a meeting here...   ;D
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 26, 2023, 23:12:55
Deliberate push of the D2X to its maximum 800 iso plus another 2 stops in post. The noise is part of the minimal concept.

  D2X, 35mm 1.4 DX
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on December 27, 2023, 14:30:08
Love it !  The D2X is still a great camera !
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Bob Foster on December 27, 2023, 17:01:09
The noise has creates a sort of visual texture that enhances this luminous composition. Thank you for this gift.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on December 27, 2023, 22:12:16
Thank you both.
  Using the D2x is a pleasure. The files and colors are very special in today's digital options. The noise is very nice. Who would have thought  :)
  As an anecdote, I went to buy a card reader because this camera is at my mom's house. The owner of the store, long time friend an even longer time professional photographer ask me "what do you need this for? -D2x -Oh, I still love that camera and love the output!

  We are not alone  ;)
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Birna Rørslett on December 27, 2023, 22:29:41
I fondly remember my former days with the D2X. I always had one with me and the 50-300mm f/4.5 Nikkore ED in my car. A splendid combo.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on January 07, 2024, 20:57:23
False colors in visible light. The goal was lonely.

    Z6, 200mm f4 ai
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: Dogman on January 08, 2024, 16:13:21
Shadows, light, angles and texture with a little tilt for effect.

Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: John Geerts on January 12, 2024, 19:59:11
Something missing?
Z6 24-70/2.8
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on March 19, 2024, 12:06:39
I thank everyone in advance for your patience of my mission to spread the port of Formentera across the site  ;D

  Z6, 24-70 f4
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: timh on March 19, 2024, 12:39:38
I thank everyone in advance for your patience of my mission to spread the port of Formentera across the site  ;D

  Z6, 24-70 f4

Wonderful photo. Beautiful colours and textures and light. Almost looks like a painting.
Title: Re: [Theme] minimalist images
Post by: golunvolo on March 19, 2024, 13:14:10
Thank you Tim!