Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/10/05
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]- -----Original Message----- From: George Lauterstein <leicam2@flash.net> >Please excuse my intrusion but I'd like to ask whether any LUG member is >interested more in photographing (preferably landscape type images) than >discussing equipment. Oh yes, I find Photo Techniques and View Camera magazines somewhat more interesting than Leica Fotographie :-) But this is first and foremost a *Leica* user's group. I prefer larger-format cameras for landscapes, but for me, the Leica M is important, because it's the camera that's always onhand for immediate use, not just for dedicated photo outings. So while it's not ideal for all tasks, my M is often called upon to capture a bit of a landscape, or even wildlife; it keeps my eyes atuned to seeing magic in everyday settings! Some things that I've striving to do better: - -The feel of brilliant, even harsh light, without burnout or soot-and-chalk contrast. - -Capturing the spirit of a complex whole in a single visual element. - -The feeling of an enveloping space (I am fascinated by fisheye lenses, used in ways which do not call attention to the characteristic distortions) >I enjoy the equipment as much as the next fellow but >the process of making an image is of primary interest to me. And, >hopefully, to some of you as well. I like the hardware aspects too, but would be bored silly within 6 months were it not for the above :-) Jeff