- Your Top 5 from 2013 -

[damianmkv]

I've really enjoyed this year - I only hope that I can get out to travel more next year. I'll also be upgrading my entry level d3100 hopefully...

1) first leap into macro with a 40 quid Raynox


raindrops ( explored - thank you ) by damianmkv, on Flickr

2) The Red Arrows - voted TP "photo of the week" which was an achievement for me


war of the worlds by damianmkv, on Flickr

3) Had a brilliant summer and a cheap break on the south coast with the kids


portland bill by damianmkv, on Flickr

4) first time to Gateshead


bright lights of the big city by damianmkv, on Flickr

5) This one started a week where I had 5 consecutive days in explore


bay of colour ( explored ) by damianmkv, on Flickr

Edited by damianmkv on Tuesday 17th December 18:54

Edited by damianmkv on Tuesday 17th December 18:55

[JSS 911]

After looking at my shots from this year, I am surprised at how little travel and effort I have put into my photography .
But here is a selection of my main interests


Nuthatch 2 by sinky 911, on Flickr


Seven Sisters by sinky 911, on Flickr


Hayling Windsurfers by sinky 911, on Flickr


TVR Griffith 500 by sinky 911, on Flickr


Red Hind by sinky 911, on Flickr

[...Mole...]

Havent been out much this year but that was mostly intentional, makes you take a new look at approaches to photography and not produce the same stuff over and over. Hard choice to pick 5!


Collieston Pier by ScottAMurray, on Flickr


Loch Tulla by ScottAMurray, on Flickr


Flow by ScottAMurray, on Flickr


Collieston by ScottAMurray, on Flickr


Below Slioch by ScottAMurray, on Flickr

[chriis]

Bisonhead said:

Excellent photos mate. I grew up along that coastline and am still amazed by its beauty every time I go back. Then reality strikes hard as I have to turn the car around from the coast and head back into Irvine to see my folks!

Truly amazing scenery with great photo opportunities. Pity about the decline of the bigger towns in the area.

Thanks Its only over the last few years i have truly grown to appreciate how lucky i am to live in this area , so much amazing scenery as you say. Irvine is about the only town on the coast i haven't got an image from , too worried about walking around there with my expensive gear

[2slo]

This has always been a great thread to look through, this year is no exception, very well done everyone .

I'll start with my main interest, birds. I got some new gear this year which allowed me to get closer to the action on the days when I manage to get out. I got some results I liked, including this one which I took today:


Aww...I thought I'd found another Heron... by 2slo7, on Flickr

Apart from birds, I've spent time working on my people and landscape work this year too. A long way to go but I think it's a bit better than this time last year:


Pickering 1940s weekend by 2slo7, on Flickr


Marsden beach v2 (explored) by 2slo7, on Flickr



Autumn (explored) by 2slo7, on Flickr


Cloisters (explored) by 2slo7, on Flickr

Looking forward to getting out more next year, including a couple of overseas trips.

[rottie102]

For me it was "The year when I discovered fisheye" and I rarely shoot with any other lenses

[flat-planedCrank]

zcacogp said:

Threads like this make be both humbled and embarrassed. I'd be ashamed to post any of my shots up here.

Great work. Keep it coming chaps.


Oli.

It's honestly not a competition! If you like a few shots you have taken then please feel free to post them

[flat-planedCrank]

CharlotteBailey said:

Firstly, WOW! Just, WOW!! Some truly fantastic photos on this thread.
I have been a long time lurker on this section of P&P, always admiring the skill and talent of people that can take such stunning photographs.

But this particular thread has made me see there is more to life than sitting in an office, tapping away at a keyboard. My New Year Resolution is pick up a camera and see what happens, get out and enjoy our countryside.

Wish me luck!

And a sincere thank you

Good luck!

One great thing about looking at a year in review is seeing how people progress. Folks who have just started in photography (or seasoned professionals) learning new skills and putting them into practise.


The PH P&V section is also a great place to learn, many talented and experienced people to answer questions

[Pupp]

Favourite things... by pupp777, on Flickr


Hat trick by pupp777, on Flickr


flock together... by pupp777, on Flickr


Blink by pupp777, on Flickr


_HoundDawgs by pupp777, on Flickr

[GFWilliams]

Good year, but 2014 is already looking better

[stu1984]

Not a patch on most but 5 I am pleased with

North Wales:

Pontneddfechan waterfalls walk:

North Wales:

Pontneddfechan waterfalls walk:

Ogmore-by-sea:

[johnster1991]

Excellent efforts chaps, really stunning images! I've got a D3200 coming my way for Christmas to get me into photography so hopefully I'll have a contribution next year!

[E902717]

Cracking shots gents!

Here is 5 from me.

Night shot of London's Skyline.


The Shard, Tower Bridge & River Thames ~ London, England {Explored} by paul.bundy, on Flickr
My first attempt at very fast moving objects.


RAF 29 (R) Sq Eurofighter Typhoon Air Display - RAF COSFORD 2013 by paul.bundy, on Flickr
The obligatory rapeseed shot


Rapeseed [Explored] by paul.bundy, on Flickr
London Underground


London Underground by paul.bundy, on Flickr
St Paul's


St. Pauls Cathedral & Millennium Bridge ~ London England by paul.bundy, on Flickr

[RobbieKB]

Every year this thread reminds me of the calibre of photographers we have on PH and it is staggering. I'm disappointed with this year for me. I was working very hard towards a non-photographic goal (which I achieved) but I still feel I could have made more effort. I didn't really take many shots at all, FAR fewer than 2012. Nevermind, here are my top 5:

[DibblyDobbler]

Great work Gents - inspiring as ever


My efforts for 2013

1. I was after a silhouette but getting the girl posing was an almost unbelievable fluke

Dancer and Photographer by Dibbly Dobbler, on Flickr

2. Got this one on the way back to the car after getting the shot I wanted for the night - not a bad bonus!

Boom! by Dibbly Dobbler, on Flickr

3. Really pleased with how this one came out and only a 10 minute walk from home

Cramond Sunset by Dibbly Dobbler, on Flickr

4. Really happy with the colours in this

Poppies by Dibbly Dobbler, on Flickr

5. Shot with my dearly departed Samyang 14mm - might get another one sometime

Going Home by Dibbly Dobbler, on Flickr

[flat-planedCrank]

RobbieKB said:

I know I said it wasn't a competition, but I think we have a winner ^

[GetCarter]

Amongst others, I'm really loving George's black porker / leaves shot. Fab.

[Speed addicted]

A fairly rainy/cloudy/stormy as hell trip to NY so this turned out to be my favorite photo!


Startrails with the Northern lights, turns out after about half an hour I get bored and start arsing about.

Going to Iceland is almost cheating.

I've been getting a lot more into portraiture this year, Big Andy just wanted a shot for his website.

My wife (not in photo) is not too happy at the turn my shots have taken. Can't think why.
Loving quite a lot of these, must try harder next year! I've gone for the fairly random ones that jump out at me when I look back.

Edited by Speed addicted on Wednesday 18th December 20:35

Edited by Speed addicted on Wednesday 18th December 20:43

[v15ben]

Great stuff on this thread as you'd expect from the assembled crowd of great togs.
Such a wide variety of shots, styles and subject matter too - great fun to look through.
I've barely touched my camera since September, but I managed a few good shots prior to then.


Aventador Roadster in Rome. by v15ben, on Flickr


Morning Calm. by v15ben, on Flickr


Venetian Cliche. by v15ben, on Flickr


Long Beach. by v15ben, on Flickr


Baker City. by v15ben, on Flickr

[Otispunkmeyer]

Don't normally post in any of these threads because I am generally frustrated with my photos! I eventually get the hump and some never get out of lightroom. Some do make it on to Flickr though. Not going to hold a candle to some on here, but here goes:

First up one from the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, near Detroit. I was in Detroit presenting at the SAE world conference but managed to blag entry to the museum on expenses as it can be classed as educational! One car I particularly liked (although the museum is far from just cars, its a collection of everything! They even have an old steam engine that used to run the factory there, the chair lincoln was shot in and the worlds largest steam locos!) was the Chrysler turbine car. I love the 50's optimism.


DetroitC (9 of 10) by Alex_Mason, on Flickr

Next, a quick shot in fading light next to a river in Yosemite!


Yosemite by Alex_Mason, on Flickr

Golden Gate bridge from the Prisidio in SF. I think on the lawn outside Lucas Arts or whatever!


Golden Gate from the Prisidio by Alex_Mason, on Flickr

Palace of Fine Art which is over the road from where I took the above one:


Palace of Fine Arts (Built for the Worlds Fair) by Alex_Mason, on Flickr

Hoover Dam turbine hall


Hoover Dam Turbine Hall by Alex_Mason, on Flickr

And I am going to cheat and post a sixth because I just couldn't decide which of the others to dump. Plus she's my OH and she was bridesmaid for a recent vegas wedding and she is beautiful so I don't think anyone can complain! :P


Bridesmaid Hair by Alex_Mason, on Flickr