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Thanks for that advice; you know what, I just started using PS 3 months ago, I'm going to try it out, thanks again!

Holiday? what holiday - there I was, up by 6.30AM :-)

Comments appreciated..

I shot about 5 frames using bracketing.. this one gave the best

balance between sky details and and lighthouse shadow.. or is my

monitor too bright? Comments appreciated!

I Luuurve Venice!!

You got the Colour Temperature right! Brrrrrr...

I finally had a chance to photograph a lighthouse!

We were on a Ferry crossing the Mornington Peninsula. The large moving

vessel had a strong headwind and this bird was 'hitchhiking' by

gliding in front. It was practically stationary over the observation

deck. Perfect for a photo.

Hi Terri and Patrick, thanks for your comments. Yes the eyes are indeed strange. dark black with no reflection, its about 2-3 inches across. These are very large birds. It was feeding time at the pier- you should see them swallow the fish, quite extraordinary

Nice comment Greg, I was about to say something but yours said it all for me!

Always nice to be there to see the Sun rise and welcome another new day

Up and out at 6.50 Am, It was cold and chilly. Started off badly,

overcast and dark cloudy sky, nothing to see, I headed back.. Suddenly

the sun broke through the clouds.. it was worthwhile after all!

Appreciate any comments and observations thank you

By the time we took the 3 hour drive, it was sunset. Talk about good

timing I guess...

I like this shot very much! it looked like a church service until I had a closer look and saw the sofas. Is this Regent Hotel? My only comment is that a tighter crop to cut off the signposts would be good.

regards

great angles, I love the composition and position of the subjects. Outstanding!

Thanks for viewing

Great picture! the trishaw, the birdcages and the 2 persons are so perfectly balanced. Actually, I somehow see more trishaw drivers sleeping than working; they can be next to a busy street snoring away!

thanks for viewing!

Thank you for taking the time to look through my portfolio! Yes I can understand what you are saying. Actually getting down to the temple was not an easy affair, the traffic, the crowds, and also had to jostle with tourists and plenty of other avid photographers. The participants were all very kind to be photographed and we were generally free to walk around. However, out of respect for the ceremony, we felt some restraint and tried not to get in the way. I guess my telephoto 70-200 did help as I could grab images from some distance, but there were some chaps with 50mm prime lenses who really had to bend foreward and poke their camera up close! regards, TH

Comments welcome! you can see more on my Thaipusam Folder

(*Warning - some pictures may be disturbing)

A Kavadi carrier..

This man is one of many who carry the kavadi, a large offering to Lord

Subramaniam. The kavadi is heavy, and it's attached to his flesh with

metal spikes.

Charles and Gino, thanks for viewing and your rcomments! Biplab, yes I'm in Singapore, come visit! you have a great portfolio

Your comments appreciated, thank you

To fulfill vows made to Lord Subramaniam, these devotees have their

tongues and cheeks skewered with long silver needles and metal hooks

pierced to their chest and backs. The most extreme form of devotion is

the carrying of the spectacular Kavadi for the deity.

comments welcome thank you!