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Old 12-07-2009, 03:07 PM
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There were 6 giant excavators parked outside of my work the other day, waiting with baited exhaust to sink their teeth into the earth...

I thought these might look best in B&W, and I am pleased with the results.

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Excavate

Dig the Sun

I had so much fun with this shoot, so I thought I would share a couple more exposures!

In the Bucket

Excavate 2
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Hello Mike - I love the angle you took these from .. it depicts power and strength ..
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Old 12-07-2009, 03:59 PM
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cool shots, love the silouette with the suns rays peeping through, great strong images
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From nothing you created some outstanding art work.
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Old 12-07-2009, 05:59 PM
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Both shots are difficult to stop looking at. these are the kind of shots that make me want to go out and do something similar. I really enjoyed viewing. Thanks. PAUL
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Old 12-07-2009, 08:41 PM
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The angles are great. The first one is really well done with the B&W.
Thanks for the pics.
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like the second one most, silhouettes are always a fav.
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Old 12-07-2009, 11:12 PM
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Cheers for the comments!
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Old 12-07-2009, 11:21 PM
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Great pair of shots, the first showing the hydraulic rams show the intense power behind these machines. The 2nd silohoutte shot is amazing, I think it is my faveourite of the 2!
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very nice shots. never think about machinery like that for photos. but you changed my mind. I'll be looking for some tractors and things
 

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