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Old 01-12-2010, 11:04 PM
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Default Night time slow shutter fountain shot

A picture of a fountain in a public square near where I live.

This photo is a little milestone for me as it was the first time I had taken control of the camera.

Instead of letting it make it's own decisions,I used a tripod and slowed the shutter down.

A small step for photography but a giant leap for me.

And I was motivated to do so after reading one of the articles here at DPS.

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Old 01-12-2010, 11:11 PM
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It reminds me of a dandelion. How unique!
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Old 01-12-2010, 11:18 PM
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it's a beauty! well done ...
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Old 01-12-2010, 11:19 PM
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Way to go Gerard! I'm impressed, this is very well done.
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Old 01-12-2010, 11:20 PM
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Fantastic job Ged. You've captured this so beautifully, what a gorgeous shot.
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Old 01-12-2010, 11:31 PM
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WOW! what an amazing capture! nice one mate
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Old 01-12-2010, 11:53 PM
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This is a mega shot - you've now motivated me to try something similar, I love it.

What settings did you use if you dont mind me asking?
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Old 01-12-2010, 11:56 PM
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I love the results Gerard, it does look like a giant dandelion.
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Old 01-12-2010, 11:57 PM
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gorgeous fountain, and nice silky water blur!
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Old 01-12-2010, 11:59 PM
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glad you did. that made that shot absolutely great.....love it!!!!!!!!!!!! I pretty much keep my settings on av priority or manual. all the time. wonderful job....
 

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