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My test roll from my new Olympus OM-1 SLR is up!
I followed the advice of several of you to just brave the rain and get out there, and here are the results. These were taken on Saturday, March 15, at Snoqualmie Falls. It was raining lightly most of the day, and quite overcast. Additionally, there was a thick mist in the air from the massive waterfall. So it was a challenging day for photography, but I'm glad I finally ran a roll of film through my new camera.
Due to the heavy rains I've been complaining about, Snoqualmie Falls is the biggest I've ever seen it. It's absolutely thundering and impressive right now.
Here's where I prove I'm not really a tech geek or goddess at all:
I used Better HTML Export, an iPhoto Plug-in, to make this album. I like the concept, but the template language is totally over my head. I can't figure out how to make it do some basic things that I want in the album, like link back to my main page. The dates below the pictures are all wrong, too. I keep saying that I'm going to learn how to use this program better, but the documentation is daunting and I just don't get it.
If any of you can tutor me on using Better HTML Export, I will reserve hugs, kisses, and/or beer for you next time I see you!
Posted by Dawn at March 17, 2003 03:55 PM
Good work, some nice images under difficult conditions. What lens did you use, was it the one that you got with the camera? (Think that was a 35-80 Vivitar zoom). Looking at the water and the depth of field in some of the pictures I would guess that you were struggling to get good light, probably 1/60th or 1/125 at f4 or f5.6, am I right? If you are working with moving water it sometimes works well if you can tripod mount the camera and go for a long exposure, it gives the water a great sense of movement and helps give good depth of field and sharpness across the frame.
Forgive me if I am telling you something you already know, not trying to teach you to suck eggs (old English expression, don't know if it means the same in the USA).
That location must look good when the sun comes out and the mist makes rainbows at the base of the falls, but after all that rain you sure get a sense of raw power.
Posted on March 18, 2003 05:50 PST
I've never been to Snoqualmie Falls, but would love to sometime. I always remember them from the intro on Twin Peaks (one of my favortie shows ever). Those are some great shots.
If I had a Mac, I'm sure I could figure out Better HTML for you, but alas...
Posted on March 18, 2003 07:31 PST
Absolutely GORGEOUS! I love the pictures you took there. Amazing!
Posted on March 18, 2003 16:16 PST
Those are beautiful.
Posted on March 18, 2003 18:52 PST
those pictures are beautiful.
Posted on March 18, 2003 22:24 PST
What an amazing photo! That house...next to the falls...what BALANCE!
Posted on March 19, 2003 00:09 PST
Dawn - I love this picture. It has a historical picture... the way the lights and darks are... Snoqualmie Falls during and after a heavy rain is awesome (in the literal and slang sense). Again, I love the picture, very moody and mysterious. I'm glad you ventured out into the rain. :)
Posted on March 19, 2003 17:50 PST
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