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Boer War Memorial (1899-1902)
by Harvey G (Photocommission.com) on Nov.30, 2010, under Architecture, Digital Photo Challenge, eShop, Photo Competitions, Portfolio, Print for Sale
Boer War Memorial (1899-1902) (c) HarveyG Photography
I did a lot of work in adjustment layers to emphasise the ominous cloud and light up the statue. I wanted to portray the feeling of gloom and despair of war in this image.
Image taken at the South African National Museum of Military History, Johannesburg.
I dedicate this image to all the people who died during the Second Boer War, 1899-1902, mostly wives and children of Boers captured by the English and placed into a new English prison system, the concentration camp.
And now to the 3rd Boer War, that since a “democratic” South Africa in 1994 and ANC Government, over 1600 1700 farmers in South Africa have been systematically murdered (figure excludes their families, often also murdered at the same time).
Some are calling it boer genocide.
This image achieved a top 10 (9th) at DPChallenge for a Military Challenge Shot
Also “Architecture-Best of 2011″ Top 20% and “Architecture-December 2011″ Top 10% on Pixoto.com .
Freedom – (Road Trip)
by Harvey G (Photocommission.com) on Nov.15, 2010, under 1. At Flickr, Daily Awards, eShop, Photography 101, Print for Sale, Road Trip, Sunrise / Sunset, Tips-Tricks
Freedom (Road Trip) (c) HarveyG Photography
I noticed this image appear in the mirror driving home yesterday and conjured up this concept of a road trip with no-one else in sight. Stopped the car in the rain, grabbed the D90 and bolted across the road to get a few shots. I waited until only one car was visible coming over the rise to get that feeling of independence and freedom that the open road is renowned for.
Unaltered photo, no Photo Shop post processing except USM (UnSharpMask)
Photo 101: As a photographer you should ALWAYS look behind you, especially when shooting.
Entry here at DPChallenge.com
Japanese Ornamental Plum
by Harvey G (Photocommission.com) on Sep.10, 2010, under Camera Café, eShop, Flowers and Plants, General, IPIP, Photo Competitions, Portfolio, Print for Sale
I’ve recently started taking part in camera clubs again. The last time was probably in the mid ’80s! This shoot will be for Camera Café or IPIP or both.
It seems that with the age of digital a lot more people are in the game, and what’s especially great to see is youngsters out there shooting some amazing work as well. Here’s a pic I am working on for the next submission. Reasonable but the composition is off, especially the 2nd smaller twig in the BG, so I doubt I’ll submit this. I’ll do another this w/e before the tree sheds it’s flowers. I have one week window each year with this tree before the petals fall…
Shot with the Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 EX DG for Nikon.
Japanese Ornamental Plum - (c) HarveyG Photography 2010
SAAF SAAB Gripen C #14 – Take Off
by Harvey G (Photocommission.com) on Aug.18, 2010, under Arms/Military/Weapons, Digital Photo Challenge, eShop, Events, Portfolio, Print for Sale, Road Trip
Another shot taken on 14/08/2010 with a 1996 Sigma 170-500mm f/5-6.3 APO Aspherical for Nikon.
It is not one of these new wonder lenses with VR, OS or IS Image Stabilisation.
The shot was panned by hand, no Tripod or Monopod or Gimbal.
Sometimes you just can’t beat old glass and good technique…
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SAAF SAAB Gripen #14 just after take-off (c)HarveyG Photography 2010
Now enjoyed “Down Under” – Signature Category Award – Unexpected
by Harvey G (Photocommission.com) on Apr.30, 2010, under Daily Awards, eShop, Photo Competitions, Portfolio, Print for Sale, Studio
Now enjoyed "Down Under"
I’m selling various print sizes of this image, or framed canvas for your home, office, pub, boardroom, shop, restaurant, or it can be licensed for print/advertising. Shot with the Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 EX DG for Nikon. Click about/contact if you wish to order a print. Thanks!
The Babysitter
by Harvey G (Photocommission.com) on Mar.04, 2010, under Daily Awards, eShop, Photo Competitions, Portfolio, Print for Sale
Took this shot indoors. Manual Exposure, Manual Sunpak GX8R Ring Flash, busy subject 
A baby African Bull Frog who was trapped in my courtyard so I offered him his freedom in exchange for a quick studio shoot It’s weird but normal doesn’t get attention much anymore they say…
The Babysitter © by Harvey G Photography
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