This image was created in Photoshop using multiple long-exposure shots. The differing opacities creates a sense of depth and makes the image more interesting to look at. I tried to change the colours of some of the light trails but in the end decided the effect detracted from the overall image.
Tag: exposure
Night
This photo is a sequel to Blur, however this time I experimented with the long shutter speed at night. Again, an iconic London bus is featured, but this time it is less recognisable and not immediately obvious. This photo has a 5-second exposure, and a tripod was used to ensure a steady shot.
Blur
Experimenting with shutter speed can produce interesting results, such as this 1.6 second photo of a red London bus on a busy road. Using a tripod to keep the camera steady, the blur of the bus is still highly recognisable. I had to use a low ISO and small aperture to compensate for the bright daylight. I finished off some minor editing in Photoshop. Night is a sequel to this photo.
Plasma
This image is a close-up photo of a plasma lamp. The fast-moving strands and contrast between the dark background and the bright foreground presented a challenge to set up the camera correctly. However, I think the image is captured well, and the only editing that I had to do was increase the saturation and RGB colour levels using Photoshop. This image is part of the Selected Exposure group for the EE1803 Digital Media Portfolio task.
Three
This photo is for the Selected Exposure category. I removed the front and rear lights from my bike, and with a five-second exposure, a friend waved them around in front of the camera. The effect was impressive, and I have edited the white light to appear green in Photoshop. Because of the long exposure, I had to use a tripod.