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London Photography Meet
- Thread starter DanFreemanPhoto
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Given I've just done this (yesterday!) I probably won't go again so soon but would offer the following advice. Travel light, travel superlight! Don't carry a full-size tripod, just a mini one. Wrap up warm and take water!
Did I say carry the bare minimum of kit?
Walking around London for 8 hours is no fun! The lighter you are The better. Also recommend a wrist strap and always carry your camera, that way you won't miss a shot rather than have it dangling around your neck looking like a tourist advertising canikon! security won't be a problem with a group of you.
Dans idea is good re timings. Head for the south bank and simply walk along the Thames at night, cross any bridge and go back in reverse. Photo opportunities are limitless.
Have fun!
Did I say carry the bare minimum of kit?
Walking around London for 8 hours is no fun! The lighter you are The better. Also recommend a wrist strap and always carry your camera, that way you won't miss a shot rather than have it dangling around your neck looking like a tourist advertising canikon! security won't be a problem with a group of you.
Dans idea is good re timings. Head for the south bank and simply walk along the Thames at night, cross any bridge and go back in reverse. Photo opportunities are limitless.
Have fun!
R26
Thanks for the tips Brazo. I've only got a big heavy Manfrotto tripod, I've done this sort of thing before so I know what to expect lol
I'm not worried about security, tbh I'd be quite keen to tell them to f-off (politely) as we are 100% within our right to take photos (on public land).
I'll check today about getting the half day
I'm not worried about security, tbh I'd be quite keen to tell them to f-off (politely) as we are 100% within our right to take photos (on public land).
I'll check today about getting the half day
R26
Right chaps,
Feb 10th is a go!
I'll be definitely going, as will Dunganick (the awesome motorsports photographer).
The plan at the moment is to meet at Charing Cross between 2.30 and 3pm. Then hopefully heading off to the Darren Heath exhibition for a quick visit (you can always meet us somewhere after if you want to give that a miss)
I'll start a list for those who are going.
1. Dan
2. Nick
Feb 10th is a go!
I'll be definitely going, as will Dunganick (the awesome motorsports photographer).
The plan at the moment is to meet at Charing Cross between 2.30 and 3pm. Then hopefully heading off to the Darren Heath exhibition for a quick visit (you can always meet us somewhere after if you want to give that a miss)
I'll start a list for those who are going.
1. Dan
2. Nick
Oil Burner
Looks like we need to book to visit the exhibition.
Link here http://www.collyerbristow.com/Default.aspx?sID=757&cID=893&ctID=43&lID=0&filter=1
Link here http://www.collyerbristow.com/Default.aspx?sID=757&cID=893&ctID=43&lID=0&filter=1
R26
Hmmm ok.
Well if we can get a list together by the end of the week, then I'll call up and enquire if we can get in.
Wonder how much his prints would be too?!
Well if we can get a list together by the end of the week, then I'll call up and enquire if we can get in.
Wonder how much his prints would be too?!
R26
^I'm not surprised from the pics in your thread!!
Saw this, dunno if it would interest you lot .
http://www.groupon.co.uk/deals/lond...at-night/2912409?nlp=&CID=UK_CRM_1_0_0_35&a=9
. http://www.groupon.co.uk/deals/lond...at-night/2912409?nlp=&CID=UK_CRM_1_0_0_35&a=9
R26
Thanks for the link AK, might be worth a go sometime.
Can those you are coming just confirm, and also let me know what time they can be places?
My train arrives at Paddington 14.29, so I can get a tube to wherever is best to meet.
If you all want to visit Darren Heath's exhibition we can meet near there? Or if not, then near our first photography site?
Up to you guys.
Can those you are coming just confirm, and also let me know what time they can be places?
My train arrives at Paddington 14.29, so I can get a tube to wherever is best to meet.
If you all want to visit Darren Heath's exhibition we can meet near there? Or if not, then near our first photography site?
Up to you guys.
R26
I'm s**t too lol!
Well as much I'd love to see some of Darren's work, it sounds really weird, and it's viewing by appointment only too. Plus I'd really like to get some shots buy the river in the daytime, and I doubt we'll have time if we go and see that.
I know Nick's quite keen, but as he live's there, I'm sure he could possibly go another day easily enough. That ok Nick?
Well how about we meet near the London eye? On that side of the embankment? That's only a short walk for you from the station. I should be there before you, so I can just mess around until you arrive. Depending on what time Nick can get there, we can just play about there too.
I'll PM you my mob number too, so you can give me a bell when you're near.
I really fancy getting some shots by the river using my big stopper, taking multiple minute exposures, kind of like these: http://www.flickr.com/photos/davideanastasia/5810981677/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/winsty888/5407219300/
Nick, hows that all sound to you?
Well as much I'd love to see some of Darren's work, it sounds really weird, and it's viewing by appointment only too. Plus I'd really like to get some shots buy the river in the daytime, and I doubt we'll have time if we go and see that.
I know Nick's quite keen, but as he live's there, I'm sure he could possibly go another day easily enough. That ok Nick?
Well how about we meet near the London eye? On that side of the embankment? That's only a short walk for you from the station. I should be there before you, so I can just mess around until you arrive. Depending on what time Nick can get there, we can just play about there too.
I'll PM you my mob number too, so you can give me a bell when you're near.
I really fancy getting some shots by the river using my big stopper, taking multiple minute exposures, kind of like these: http://www.flickr.com/photos/davideanastasia/5810981677/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/winsty888/5407219300/
Nick, hows that all sound to you?
R26
Matt_90
ClioSport Club Member
Sprint/climb 106 gti
So is there just three of us who have confirmed? (Slackers) I am Looking forward to it.. I am just pondering on what gear to bring along. Thinking body + 2 lenses, gorilla pod, remote shutter release + cards and usual bits. :S
I am up for giving them shots ago Dan but I currently don't have any decent ND filters lol!
I am up for giving them shots ago Dan but I currently don't have any decent ND filters lol!
R26
I'll just be bringing three lenses:
85mm 1.4 - for possible street candid photography.
24-70mm - for most of the shots of the day.
16-35mm - if I need anything wider.
- A sturdy tripod, or at least some way of holding the camera is essential.
- Warm clothes!!!!
I'll bring all of the my filters along, they don't take up much space. You're welcome to try some, if they fit your lenses, but all of my filters are 77mm thread size.
Worst case, you can just hold it over the lens
Get an idea of what sort of shots you want to get too, just browse on flickr for inspiration (that's what I did). Just hope the weather is kind!!
85mm 1.4 - for possible street candid photography.
24-70mm - for most of the shots of the day.
16-35mm - if I need anything wider.
- A sturdy tripod, or at least some way of holding the camera is essential.
- Warm clothes!!!!
I'll bring all of the my filters along, they don't take up much space. You're welcome to try some, if they fit your lenses, but all of my filters are 77mm thread size.
Worst case, you can just hold it over the lens
Get an idea of what sort of shots you want to get too, just browse on flickr for inspiration (that's what I did). Just hope the weather is kind!!
R26
I'm sure we'll sort another one soon enough.
I can't do it that frequently though, I may be living at home but I'm meant to be saving for a house deposit, so I can't spunk away £50 on trains that often
I can't do it that frequently though, I may be living at home but I'm meant to be saving for a house deposit, so I can't spunk away £50 on trains that often
2.2 bar shed.
I'm sure we'll sort another one soon enough.
I can't do it that frequently though, I may be living at home but I'm meant to be saving for a house deposit, so I can't spunk away £50 on trains that often
Go through Worcester/Swindon and its £36 quid
R26
Well my ticket for Friday is £42.40 inc underground. I rounded it up
R26
Weather looks good for tomorrow, clear skies in the afternoon apparently.
So it'll be a tad chilly too. I've got to dig out my beanie and gloves lol!
See you tomorrow
So it'll be a tad chilly too. I've got to dig out my beanie and gloves lol!
See you tomorrow
R26
What time are we likely staying out until?
I can either get the train at 20.20 or 21.48?
Not sure if the 20.20 will be late enough, but if I get the 21.48 I get (near) home at 23.50, and I'd be lucky if one of my parents will pick me up at that time!
I can either get the train at 20.20 or 21.48?
Not sure if the 20.20 will be late enough, but if I get the 21.48 I get (near) home at 23.50, and I'd be lucky if one of my parents will pick me up at that time!
R26
Ok, I'll get that one then. We'll probably be cold enough by then too!
R26
The only places I'm keen to go is the around the river in the late afternoon, and probably the same reason if it looks like a decent sunset/sky is on the cards. Other than that....I'm up for anything.
And thanks for the tips Brazo
And thanks for the tips Brazo
R26
What a cold day that was!!
Good to meet you Matt and Nick.
I wish I was typing this on the train home but I missed it lol! Waiting for the next one. D'oh!!
Good to meet you Matt and Nick.
I wish I was typing this on the train home but I missed it lol! Waiting for the next one. D'oh!!
