Another term begins

The Tower of London, shot in HDR.
The Tower of London, shot in HDR.

I’m too busy, or tai mang le, as we say in Mandarin. I jumped right back into things upon my return to China. The new school term started two days after I arrived in The Middle Kingdom. New ESL teachers to train, new programs to plan and co-ordinate, beer to be consumed … it’s a hard life but I’m up to the challenge.

My lack of posts can be attributed to my new computer. The venerable Lenovo I have been using has been augmented (not replaced, don’t get angry reliable Lenovo) with a lovely quad-speed HP box, complete with 4 gig of RAM. Getting a new computer setup and usable isn’t easy. Downloads galore, and much time spent trying to track down errant discs. I’m happy to say, the new box is up-and-running. If I can only get use to this new keyboard…

I’m playing with HDR photography: High Dynamic Range for those not in the know. HDR uses three of more images shot at different exposures to create a more detailed image. The above is my first (and not very good attempt). To see it in all its glory you need to click on the image. When my planner is less cluttered in a week or two I’ll play some more.

I have reached two conclusions:

  1. Every week out of the gym is akin to taking a month off
  2. Draft beer gives me headaches that make me contemplate decapitation.
  3. Spending Valentine’s Day alone is easy if you go to bed at 8:00 pm.

Take those nuggets of wisdom as you will.

I will celebrate my fourth year in China in two weeks. Where has the time gone…

16 Comments Add yours

  1. Ron in L.A. says:

    Great job Stevo, really nice. I was just telling Barry how I’m not a big fan of HDR but you did a really nice, subtle conversion… 😉

    R(etc… )

    Ron in L.A.´s last blog post..A Long Time Coming

  2. Barry says:

    Really nice Stevo, did you take a look at Stuck In Custom’s tutorial??

    Barry´s last blog post..This week on Twitter

  3. That looks like a pretty good first effort to me buddy!

    I am with Ron on this one, subtlety is the key, as . HDR is tricky. I think some of it, while interesting to look at, is too “cartoonish”. Restrained HDR work however, can be quite appealing to me. I really want to give it a shot some time but I am afraid I will find it addictive!

    I need to send you a note later today, where does the time go?

    Expatriate Games´s last blog post..A Hot Valentines Day

  4. Corina says:

    I don’t get HDR but whatever you did, this looks wonderful. It looks like I’m right there looking at it myself!

    Corina´s last blog post..What Are the Odds?

  5. Ron: Merci. I’m the same for HDR – it has a place. This was an experiment, not a change in style.

    Barry: Not yet, it’s on my list of “Must reads”.

    Corina: Thank you very much!

  6. Stevo says:

    EG: There is never enough time. Thanks for the props, I feel the same about HDR. Something else to play with in a limited way.

  7. Nomadic Matt says:

    I spent vday drunk so i didn’t notice the unbearable lonliness…

    Nomadic Matt´s last blog post..The Saturday City: Venice (in photos)

  8. Matt: I can’t understand that. I love you like a fat kid loves cake, or so I’ve been told. They must be some ladies (or more handsome men) that feel the same way. I went to bed at 8 pm on V-Day. Yeah, I understand loneliness.

    Stevo | Hong Kong Photosl´s last blog post..Chiang Mai Shoulder Power

  9. AJ says:

    Vday,don’t get me started! They are like Friday the 13th for me.

  10. AJ says:

    Oh and I don’t know anything about HDR but the pic sure looks beautiful.

    AJ´s last blog post..The Man who bought a hill

  11. Robin says:

    I think it looks fabulous. Subtle, as Ron said, and not overdone.

    I’m looking forward to seeing more of the photos you shot while in London.

    Robin´s last blog post..Foggy morning

  12. Quickroute says:

    Looks pretty good to me!
    So are in HK or Beijing?
    if HK drop me a line – you have the email I believe

  13. cfimages says:

    HDR has its place. I am definitely of the subtle school of HDR – I don’t like the cartoony type ones I see everywhere. The shot in this post is good, it’s my kind of style.

    cfimages´s last blog post..A Photoshop Tutorial – Levels

  14. Shawn says:

    I love it!

    1. Can’t relate as I have taken several years off.
    2. Maybe drink bottled beer?
    3. I worked VDay. All those last minute shoppers… *sigh*

    Shawn´s last blog post..What About Speaking In Tongues?

  15. AJ: Yes, it sucks. Thanks for the props!

    Robin: More are on the way.

    QR: Done.

    Craig: I’m glad to have your approval.

    Shawn: If I was there I would have been one of the last minute shoppers.

    Stevo | Hong Kong Photosl´s last blog post..Another term begins

  16. mike says:

    Grand design. I like it.

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