A different slant on golden gate bridge, San Francisco

obelix · Apr 10, 2005

From today, 70-200 VR & B+W polarizer, very minimum processing.

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Greg · Apr 10, 2005

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numbers 4 and 5 are my favorites. You caught the distinguishing feature of the bridge even if the whole thing is not shown. Anyone that has been there will recognize where you are.

Nice approach.

obelix · Apr 10, 2005

Thanks Greg.

Flew · Apr 10, 2005

I haven't been where ever it was that you got these shots (it looks like you were in a helicopter). Please elaborate. 8)

Very nice pics BTW. :wink:

Frank

obelix · Apr 11, 2005

Frank

This was in a place called Battery Park / Spencer, a very nice vista point where you get the closest to golden gate bridge [other than walking on it of course]. You are also very high up and mid way in the height of the bridge's frames, so you get an amazing perspective as well.

You typically get to see shots like these from here:

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So, this time, I composed using very long lenses so that I used the bridge only for its lines and for framing and focused on bringing downtown or other elements like the boat.

If you need more specifics of how to get to this spot, let me know.

obelix · Apr 11, 2005

Thanks Roman. I visit the place at least once a month, so I guess I have to start trying different things now

PhotoDawg · Apr 11, 2005

Great shots!! All of them!!

obelix · Apr 11, 2005

Thanks again, Bryan.

mike mac · Apr 12, 2005

I like the perspective like seeing differnt points of views of the same type of shots you have done well here.

obelix · Apr 12, 2005

mike mac said:
I like the perspective like seeing differnt points of views of the same type of shots you have done well here.

Thanks Mike.

Chris101 · Apr 12, 2005

# 2 and 3 are unique and instantly recognizable - excellent! I love the city, and you've really done it up well!

obelix · Apr 12, 2005

Chris101 said:
# 2 and 3 are unique and instantly recognizable - excellent! I love the city, and you've really done it up well!

Thanks Chris. Going to the same spot repeatedly has its benefits

Flew · Apr 12, 2005

obelix said:
Frank

This was in a place called Battery Park / Spencer, a very nice vista point where you get the closest to golden gate bridge [other than walking on it of course]. You are also very high up and mid way in the height of the bridge's frames, so you get an amazing perspective as well.

You typically get to see shots like these from here:

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So, this time, I composed using very long lenses so that I used the bridge only for its lines and for framing and focused on bringing downtown or other elements like the boat.

If you need more specifics of how to get to this spot, let me know.

Anand,

Well I really hope that I'm not out that way soon, because that would mean that I got on an airplane (I don't like airplanes....;-)).

If I do get out that way though, you better believe that I'll give you a call. I'd love to get together and shoot.

Regards,

Frank

obelix · Apr 12, 2005

Flew said:
Anand,

Well I really hope that I'm not out that way soon, because that would mean that I got on an airplane (I don't like airplanes....;-)).

If I do get out that way though, you better believe that I'll give you a call. I'd love to get together and shoot.

Regards,

Frank

I remember that

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Sure, please call me. I would be more than happy to Take you for a ride and show the place

. Give yourself some time so that you can check out Yosemite and Mono Lake as well.

Bubba · Apr 12, 2005

Awesome shots of a place I really want to visit. Very nice.

TOLady · Apr 12, 2005

Stunning shots of a great landmark. Was out there 15 months ago to shoot a wedding and fell in love with that city. For a moment I thought you were up in a chopper and thought "man, that VR really works well!". Never knew about Battery Park.
These are very good shots - you must be proud!
Cheers, Sandi

obelix · Apr 13, 2005

Thanks Bubba and Sandi.

Chopper

, I would save that $ for a 17-55 [I am *that* crazy]