chad_robinson 0 Posted August 16, 2006 I really hope this wasn't too long an exposure. Nice job. C.R. Link to comment
niklas hallberg 0 Posted August 16, 2006 The perspective is quite original. I also think if you got between the tracks you might get a better shot. The two tracks converging towards the train could look interesting. Link to comment
b_turner 0 Posted August 16, 2006 The kind of picture that makes train engineers really, really nervous... I like the idea, though I need to emphasize that unless that train is stationary or a good mile or two away, this is a DANGEROUS way to capture a picture. (When I shoot train images, I make it a point to let the engineer know that I see the train, and am a very safe distance away from the tracks. If I fall or stumble, the train just isn't going to stop in time...) BTW, technically here in the US, being on the tracks like that is considered trespassing - brent Link to comment
j._knight 0 Posted August 16, 2006 Agree with everything Brent said. This is first of all very dangerous and against the law (not that I haven't done it (just see my portfolio). So just make sure if you are doing it make sure you can quickly ge out of the way and that the only people around are you and the train conductor : ) (its not like he can stop you!) Link to comment
mona_chrome 0 Posted August 17, 2006 I like the danger rangers here. Of course it is dangerous, but who knows, the train was probably parked! I have a little experience shooting trains and I would say, at this distance, we wouldn't be seeing this shot if the train was at speed, if you catch my drift. Anyway, I like the vantage point basically, but I think having the rail centered is a bit problematic. I wouldn't split the rails, been done many times, but I do think just a little off to the side, would probably bring a bit more immediacy into the shot, altho you apparently did that for a few already. Link to comment
b_turner 0 Posted August 17, 2006 True enough. Point is, people HAVE died messing around on railroad tracks, and just want to remind folks to be smart, responsible, and ALIVE photographers... Link to comment
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