Running In The Dark

Got up early to photograph Run For The Nation 2011, RunNat for short. The run starts at 5am.



I planned to shoot the runners against some interesting background. In the end, that did not really work out since I have to drive runners back after a segment in the run. Lost the other runners after that. Having a camera that don't focus well in such low light levels didn't really help either. This is one of those situation where a camera with better auto focus and clean high ISO is required. Anyone want to sponsor a Pentax K-5?

Got this shot using a 50mm f/1.4 lens at f/2.8 ISO 1,600. Not really a great shot in my opinion.

Thumbs Up for a Good Book

Took this photo when I needed an image of a bookmark for a website. I didn't use this one since you can read the short write up. Thinking back, perhaps I should. Words make the image more interesting. Maybe I'll change the image on my website. By the way, the bookmark is made of leather from Australia. It is a bit old and therefore a bit dark. May have to redo this photo to see the other eye.

Charles Swindoll book is great too.  The one you see above is a compilation of 3 books titled "The Quest for Character", "Improving Your serve" and "Strengthening Your Grip" You can get Charles Swindoll's material here.

Discussing The Future

The economy at the moment is full of uncertainty. Many are concern about the Eurozone debt and if it would affect Malaysians. Discussion at the mamak restaurant circles around the issues and what to do.



Candid shot taken at a coffee shop. Not enough separation.

You can't enter here

Tight security on the 10th anniversary of Sept 11. This photo was taken on Sept 11, 2011 at Bukit Bintang area, Kuala Lumpur. The first time I took part on a photo walkabout organized by members of PhotoMalaysia.com

The theme for the shoot is something to do with Sept 11. At first, the only thing I could think about it damaged building, plane crash etc. How does one find that in the heart of KL.

The next best thing I could come up with is security. So we walked around shooting security guards till I got this nice sign at the Pavillion. Managed to get this shot. Did you notice another palm behind the Security Check sign? It was just a coincidence.
 

Butterflies Flying At Night

Butterflies at night. No they don't really fly at night. Only fake ones do.



Painted with light.