Canopies

 

At one of the parks next to Cheongcho Lake there is a wide section of boardwalk that has benches with colourful canopies that can be raised and lowered depending on the weather. I've photographed them unsuccessfully a number of times. The problems with photographing them include the untidy background of a hotel, trees, boardwalk railings, and utility poles; the legs of the canopies making a micro-composition mess with the legs of the benches; and showing up when the canopies are down.

Last week I was looking at yet another failed attempt when inspiration struck and I covered the bottom half of the picture with my hand. A-ha! Cut out all the messy stuff and only include the canopies and a light pole. So I went back to the park and tried again, making certain the light pole rose out of a suitable place between the canopies. I like it, but the only problem is that at a 75mm (equivalent) focal length, it's difficult to get everything inside the depth of field. The light pole is a bit out of focus, but fine if you squint a bit.

Nikon Z50II with 16-50mm kit lens. 

Keep At It

 

Utility Poles, Yongchon Village

Farmer's Shed, Yongchon Village

I've been to this village scores of times and I've probably posted these same scenes before. But every time is a little different, and on this morning I was there for some good light. Also, I think this is the best photo of the shed I've made so far because I stepped back and included the pothole. A nice bit of balance. And I rather like the shadow of the fence splitting the road. A complement to the cracks already splitting the pavement.

Man Passing Convenience Store

 

This was a throwaway photo for Instagram I made while sitting inside a convenience store one chilly morning. I usually delete Insta-Snaps from my phone after I post them, but I rather liked this one and kept it. I suppose it's the repeat of the foreground in the background, the decent composition, and the luck of having this cold-looking man pass by.

After I dumped all those photos in my previous post, I thought about quitting the blog again. I've been reading articles and watching videos about how most things on the Internet are made of throwaway information, like the pictures I post to Instagram. So I wonder if I can create something that is of use or interest to the future instead of just posting something that will get a glance and then a click-away. Something to think about.

Bits and Bobs

 I was very lazy about editing photographs for a while and they piled up in my Imports folder. This post is the final clearing of the backlog.

An alley not far from my apartment. This photo was made on a digital camera but I wanted to see what it would look like on film so I went back again later. Alas, the scooter driver must have found a new place to park. It's okay - this picture looks fine.

An alley near the Sokcho Market

As I was making this photo, a passing woman said that I shouldn't take a picture of the shop display. "I know," I said. "That's why I have to take the picture." She laughed. It was early in the morning and the shop hadn't opened yet. So, it's okay?

A boat for fishing trips

A woman of the city

Twin utility poles by the seaside

Heavenly Crane Pavilion in the village of Gyoam

The owner of this 7-11 convenience store puts out food, water, a shelter, and boxes for the local stray cats. The cat is looking at a man who was annoying it by trying to rub it while it was eating.

Safety First

Compose and wait

Another 7-11 animal. This dog's name is Happy. I don't know if animals can be happy, but this one is certainly contented.

Expo Park Area

 

Ayajin Harbour

 

Abai Village