personal watercraft
Happy Easter to you all.
I finally got to take my baby (Rex) out for a hoon on the water today. As expected he goes like formula one on race day, he’s smooth, fast & quite the head turner; it’s times like these I think I should have been a boy, lol.
Meet Rex, he’s a 2006 Yamaha VX110 sport, clocked up only 34 hours (to date) on the water. He’s only had one previous owner & has been regularly serviced with no problems; my cousin works at Yamaha, he has been servicing him & recommended this one for me to buy.
Often when I’m out I have moments where I’ll see something & wish I had my camera to capture it, today I did. This little old dear intrigued me, I hope she didn’t mind my taking her photograph.
circular polariser;
(I need a telephoto lens!)
Click to see 5 stitch panorama;
Happy EASTER to you too buddy. Atlast here it is!!Your Boy looks awesome! If I was in Vic I would’ve been at your door by this time KNOCKIN..just to..Ohh! Can I take him for a spin???hehe! I need more photos..mayb some stunt photos of his..lol. But I think you need a telephoto lens for sure. those photos would’ve been more stunning, if it was much more close. How much did you pay for him? I like him but I still go for my dream bike than a jetski. :D
I really like the first photo. the water is so clean n clear. And the different colour shades on the surface is just brilliant. Did she really saw you taking her photograph?. Hey..thats a cool pano! so you are using photo merge…thats cool. but I can see a small problem with this panorama. One stitched area is visible, because of the difference in exposure I think. Resulted in a wide faded line. These things are common with stitching. some softs are not good enough to adjust the exposure correctly by itself. Try taking all the snaps in a flash.Take it like Wooooosshh!! that will eliminate the problems with moving objects and lightings. But you are doing great. keep experimenting. Btw Its really addicitve. lol! how many photos are there in this one? 4/5? Maybe I’m looking too hard, to be honest I can c 3 lines..very light,but still I can c it. Can you? the stitching is perfect, just the shades in the sky is not really matching. Haha…That stud(bird) is not that lucky!!! haha! I love your comments too. They are so supportive and inspiring. Thank you. I wasnt lying down for that one..(lol) But I really do things(embarassing sometimes) to take some good shots..People around might think..what de heck is he doing!! haha. never bothered abt the crowd anyways. thats why I posted One-of-US(Just to express that feeling for fellow photographers) Glad you like that post. I like the coke can idea. why dont you take more of those. Again good work with the panorama. :D :D
Have a Good day!
Wildblack
Monday, April 13, 2009 at 6:36 am
hi, my dear; i didn’t “update” you, becouse you are my friend, doesn’t meter how often we talk; as my projects: i do in architecture what you do in photography; i’m proud than i have the possibility to work next to my favourite architect (tom wright), without comparing my work with his; and – yes, there are good money, even if there are not more than some holiday houses.
when you’ll be 50, i’m sure you’ll be famous, as you deserve.
your – like always – dan.
danmihalache
Monday, April 13, 2009 at 7:00 am
Beach photography is in deed an interesting exercise. The blue and the surf cultures are always the best photographing subject.
Beautiful art
roentarre
Monday, April 13, 2009 at 1:22 pm
Very nice shot of the older lady. I’m so addicted to candids- I really need that 35 so I can do some street shooting. I think I’m going to call Berger Brothers tomorrow and see if they ever got their shipment in. Well worth having them ship it.
Shoot enough and you stop worrying about what they think. Then it’s really fun.
I actually was in the place I’ll be working in May yesterday. It’s a little tuxedo store- I used to work at one in high school, so I know most of the tricks, and I’ll be helping them for a few weeks during their busy season before I head out to the country to teach at a summer program.
Anthony
Monday, April 13, 2009 at 2:50 pm
I meant to add that I really like the processing on that one as well. Very effective, but not over the top. Great work. Keep shooting candids- it makes you brave.
Anthony
Monday, April 13, 2009 at 2:53 pm
Wow! If I could use one short sentence to describe these photos I would say- epitome of fun! I hope you enjoyed yourself. Looks warm…jealous!
Justin
Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at 10:33 pm
nice photo collection. the coke can is excellent
Exotic photos from Borneo
Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at 10:37 pm
I grew up in the Caribbean and seeing these photos made me terribly homesick! BTW, I think the one where you needed the telephoto looks great like it is…you get the feeling of speed more than you would with a telephoto.
burstmode
Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at 11:17 pm
Happy Easter to you too :)
You have a great blog here and such amazing pictures.
I really liked the Coca-Cola can pic.
Cheers!!
Reanna Pereira
Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at 11:19 pm
Hey buddy, I’m still struggling with my current lens for micro photos. :( but after reading your comment.. yea super cool(lol) :D Your profile photo is GORGZ! Looks like a doll(adorable) …with those amazing blue eyes.
wildblack
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at 12:37 am
Haha.. you got me!:P When I saw blue(I love Blue)I was like WOW! I’ve been thinking,how come I miss something like this(so beautiful):D
Is it dark green?
Hey..What do you usually call a friend in Aus(local slang)? I’m thinking of buying a sigma 105mm micro next week. Looking at cindy’s site I’m really excited and thinking all the time about the possibilities of micro photography. I’ll post more of my micro photos tonight. TC
wildblack
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at 3:15 am
Beautiful pictures and such a beautiful place too.
Amber
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at 9:11 am
Firstly, loving the bigger pics in post!!
My favourite would have to be the first one. I’m such a jetty fan :) Great processing on the lady too.
Kellee
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at 2:59 pm
Great shots! Love the pier, Thanks for the comments on my blog…I’ll be back…:-)
Ed
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at 10:10 pm
Cool work on the image of the old lady Chloe – it looks like it’s from the 60’s or 70’s – well done !
Tony Middleton
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at 11:10 pm
Hey buddy, I know how good nikon is but I just cant wait.:)
Has it ever turned blue?lol. I was just wondering how it looks in its real Colour and glow!
Wildblack
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 12:51 am
Hey Chloe, thanks for the comment.
Love the third pic from the bottom, really puts me in a summery mood!
I’ve just started a 365 photo project (a photo a day for a year) which I must start blogging but it’s currently on my flickr site (you can click through via the pics on my blog if you’re interested).
Keep up the good work.
andylane78
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 1:10 am
Great photography. I am just beginning to learn using the D60. Have a nice day.
Pak Idrus
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 1:30 am
Wow, very impressive. I would love to try that one day!
Great shots too.
BTW thank you for your comments on my blog. You are going to love the nikon 105mm. That is a fantastic lens. I opted for the tammy because of the lower weight and the lower price. But the Nikon is supposed to be great.
Steffie
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 4:02 am
That one’s from a few weeks ago, although I suspect once I have more time I’ll keep shooting the weird films (cross process, redscale, etc.). It’s too much fun not to. I’m not missing it too much now because I’m not really shooting much, but I know I will.
Strangers can make the most interesting photos, and the bad girl feeling will get a little weaker with each shutter click.
I’m teaching at a summer program for high-achieving high school students from disprivileged areas that aims to help them be the first in their families to go to college. It’s an awesome program, but living in the middle of nowhere for seven weeks is not the best.
Anthony
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 9:53 am
Chloe, you have received an award, please stop by The Cluttered Bubble whenever you would like to as you can pick it up from there.
All the best to you and your glorious photography which, I can say with complete sincerity, never fail to amaze me.
Keep up the EXCELLENT work! ;-)
misstfied
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 11:00 am
oo i am soo jealous ive been wanting a waverider for soooo long. i love them. i am so coming to visit wave..i mean you.. hehe. :D
Susi Spice
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 11:00 am
oh yeah i thought i had already linked u to my blog but hadnt, so i have now.
Susi Spice
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 11:01 am
Hi beautiful! How are ya? I hope good! I just wanted to let you know that I put up a new post. It’s still not perfected and it’s a work in progress… But I didn’t care! I just wanted to post something! I hope you like it. I happen to love it, but to each is own. I think that you won’t have any problems feeling my pain and passion through my words. Some of it’s a little harsh, but it’s how I feel, so I had to express it. PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK! You know that I value your opinion rather it’s good or bad. Bye baby…
Shady
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 2:44 pm
Hi :) Chloe, Great to know that you are fine. Its been so long I’m here. Loved your photography as usual. The coke one is awesome(looks sexxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxy). loved it :)
dinesh1201
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 3:41 pm
I have a little more time now so I wanted to come back and check out your latest pics. I have to say that you never cease to amaze me. They are all very beautiful… Especially the ones with water. I love riding wave runners. I also have to compliment you on the new pic of you. I’m a total sucker for brown eyes, but I totally love the bright blue contacts on you! Great job looking beautiful, but then again it seems to come soooooooo easy for you! I still wanna know what you think of my new post. It’s pretty brash and honest, but if you can’t feel my emotions then I did something wrong. I don’t want to offend anyone, but anyone who is going to take the time to read it has already read some of my previous writing, so they should know I can be a little offensive from time to time! Atleast I’m honest and I write about how I truly feel! I really hope you like it. I enjoyed writing it. I haven’t written in so long that I forgot how good it felt to take pride in something that you have a passion for. I always find myself wondering what you are going to think as I’m writing something new. You are kind of my personal critic. You have stuck with me from the begining and have been very supportive… And for that I thank you, Chloe! I hope you have a good weekend babe! Chat with you later…
Shady
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 5:03 pm
I really enjoy your pics. That’s a sleek craft you have for plowing the waves. The nature shots are marvelous and the coke can creates its own magic.
:-)
Jan Freeman
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 6:10 pm
this is so amazing.
thedaythatidie
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 6:24 pm
nice.
=)
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 6:54 pm
Haha! I’ll try my best to tempt you.(lol) WoW..dont mind me asking can I see some snaps of those blue eyes of urs.
Hey I’ve an idea send me u and ur bros childhood snap(together). I’ll sketch it for you and send it to you.. actually for your bro, as he will be coming back soon right(?)
Wildblack
Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 10:41 pm
Hi Chloe.. I saw you on The Cluttered Bubble.
I just wanted to say that the Coke can shot is one of the best shots i’ve seen on the ‘net in a long time. Beautiful.
Pomeroy!
Friday, April 17, 2009 at 4:47 pm
Hi, Chloe,
I waded my way through all the comments on this posting, but could find no reference to the item which appears in the water just below the horizon in the fourth photo. What is it?
If “a picture is worth a thousand words” (a Chinese proverb said to have been the work of Confucius,but probably wasn’t), then the fourth pic in this posting is worth many more—enough, perhaps, for a novel—it could be titled “Jaws V,” or perhaps a better title would be “Yet Another Episode in the Continuing and Monotonous Saga of Jaws.”
The seventh photo is almost identical to the fourth but the fin does not appear, so it must have appeared (or disappeared) between shots, depending on which was taken first.
Is it a buoy, or is it a windsurfer? I suppose it could be a sailboat, or perhaps a snorkeler (one with a weird sense of humor). Of course it might be a dolphin, but (gasp!)it could be a Great White on the prowl for dinner. It looks suspiciously like the dorsal fin on a large—a very large—shark.
On the off-chance that it is a Great White, I suggest (and pray) that you maintain Rex in tip-top mechanical condition when you wave-ride in this area, and that you maintain yourself in tip-top physical condition—just in case you have to swim for it!
(it’s another waverunner in the distance; not our one)
thekingoftexas
Friday, April 17, 2009 at 8:47 pm
Hola! I’m here :)
How are you doing?
Awesome pictures like always Chloe, I love the fourth and first pictures. I love the colors, you turned to be a pro now :D
Beautiful pictures..
Tumbleweed
Sunday, April 19, 2009 at 6:24 pm