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HDR in the Cathedral

By Andrew Williams, on December 21st, 2010%

High Dynamic range (HDR) photography has always interested me but most of the examples I’ve seen have a strange false look to them. As I needed to try out some HDR software packages I thought it would be a good opportunity to see if I could produce images with a more natural look.

You start . . . → Read More: HDR in the Cathedral

Revolution at the Velodrome

By Andrew Williams, on December 20th, 2010%

Went to watch the bike racing the Velodrome in Manchester for the first time last Saturday and it was great. The Revolution series of races happens every winter but this is the first I could make. The final is on Saturday 15th Jan and well worth a night out; even if cycling isn’t your passion . . . → Read More: Revolution at the Velodrome

Visit to Frodsham Open Arts Exhibition

By Andrew Williams, on December 7th, 2010%

'Abstration'

Andrew's prints on display

'Corrosion'

Went to see the exhibition and to take a look at my images in situ.

You have no control over hanging in this sort of exhibition but the organisers have done a fine job in placing complementary pieces together and the whole show looks great.

There’s . . . → Read More: Visit to Frodsham Open Arts Exhibition

Frodsham Open Arts Exhibition

By Andrew Williams, on November 19th, 2010%

Corrosion

I’ve had a couple of abstract prints selected for the Frodsham Open Arts Exhibition.

This is an annual show of selected local talent and the standard is remarkably high so I’m really pleased to be selected.

The exhibition is open until 17th December at Castle Park Arts Centre, Frodsham. For details see www.castleparkarts.co.uk

. . . → Read More: Frodsham Open Arts Exhibition

Aspect2i – 2011 Workshops now on line

By Andrew Williams, on November 19th, 2010%

I recently joined Aspect2i as one of their Workshop Leaders and now their website is up to date with new dates and exciting workshops for 2011.

All the details are on their website at www.Aspect2i.co.uk and will also be added to my Workshops list here.

We’ve looked out some great venues for the workshops . . . → Read More: Aspect2i – 2011 Workshops now on line

Winter Flower Photography

By Andrew Williams, on November 4th, 2010%

Out in the garden and I was surprised to see these Schitzostylis coccinea (OK I had to look it up!) still in flower despite the rain and strong winds.

There was no chance of photographing outside so I cut a suitable bloom for a spot of ‘indoor studio’ work. I just propped some white card . . . → Read More: Winter Flower Photography

My first blog

By Andrew Williams, on November 3rd, 2010%

Hi, I have finally succumbed and joined the ‘blogosphere’.

I’ll be using this page for general photography linked thoughts, tips and to show some of my latest images.

Once I can secure things against unwanted spam, I’ll open up the blog for comments.