Light Trails

[[rod49]]

Here's a couple of light trails i took last night.





Rod

[[Geoff Slocock]]

I like the quality of those images, Rod.

I have not really had hands on experience of this sort of shot.

Did you use a tripod and a long exposure of say 30 to 40 seconds?

Geoff

[[cyb]]

I much prefer the 2nd picture, I think this kind of shot works much better while there is still some light left in the sky to add a bit of added drama but well done

[[rod49]]

Thanks, it was hand held but supported on the bridge railing, and it was 8 seconds, thats the maximum i can get from the P500.

[[Geoff Slocock]]

Yes, I find that having that little bit of light in the sky enhances the appeal of the shot some. So I'll make a mental note of that.

[Spike]

Really like these Rod, particularly the second one.

I've always thought about trying the light trails but never got round to it, but having seen your efforts I am inspired to give it a try. I must find myself a good location.

[[Geoff Slocock]]

Rod, I've just been examining the composition of your second shot.

It seems to follow some of the guidelines on "balance" that are set out on this web page http://photoinf.com/General/KODAK/guidel...lance.html

You see, I asked myself why is the composition so good. Your picture is also a visual metaphor of being on a journey; but then I guess all motorway light trails photos have that appeal to them.