The way children move when they play – it’s like a beautiful dance.
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↑Leica M9 and Leica 50mm Summicron @ f/2.
↑Leica M9 and Leica 75mm Summilux @ f/1.4.
↑Leica M9 and Leica 75mm Summilux @ f/1.4.
Portrait
Meeting her little sister.
Nikon 58mm f/1.2 NOCT, Photo Shoot, PortraitBefore she arrives.
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Both images taken with the Nikon D3S and Nikkor-NOCT 58mm @ f/1.2.
The piñata.
Nikon 58mm f/1.2 NOCT, PortraitThe focus is on her eye.
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Nikon D3S and Nikkor-NOCT 58mm @ f/1.2.
R – portrait 1 and 2.
Nikon 58mm f/1.2 NOCT, Portrait(please click on both images to view)
Both images taken with the Nikon D3S and Nikkor-NOCT 58mm @ f/1.2.
The pirates.
Nikon 58mm f/1.2 NOCT, PortraitTotally in character, but not so fierce.
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Both images taken with the Nikon D3S and Nikkor-NOCT 58mm @ f/1.2.
“The lost puppy.”
Nikon 58mm f/1.2 NOCT, PortraitThis is method acting at its best.
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Nikon D3S and Nikkor-NOCT 58mm @ f/1.2.
The big yawn.
Nikon 58mm f/1.2 NOCT, Photo Shoot, PortraitAnd two big smiles.
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Nikon D3S and Nikkor-NOCT 58mm @ f/1.2.
The summer walk.
Inspiration, Nikon 58mm f/1.2 NOCT, PortraitThe summer walk – a story told in five parts.
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All photos taken with the Nikon D3S and the Nikkor-NOCT 58mm @ f/1.2 (images 1, 2 and 4) and @ f/4 (images 3 and 5).
Aware.
Nikon 58mm f/1.2 NOCT, Photo Shoot, PortraitShe is totally aware.
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Nikon D700 and Nikkor-NOCT 58mm @ f/1.2.
It’s her party.
Nikon 58mm f/1.2 NOCT, Photo Shoot, PortraitShe actually had fun, despite some mandatory hair adjustments.
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Both images taken with the Nikon D700 and Nikkor-NOCT 58mm @ f/1.2.
Swing! (revisited).
Inspiration, Nikon 58mm f/1.2 NOCT, PortraitI’m posting these as part of my ongoing showcase of the NIkkor-NOCT 58mm/1.2 lens.
Admittedly my “hit” rate on these is low (for example, I’ve completely missed focus on the 2nd image), but catching the expression of happiness makes it all worthwhile.
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All images taken with the Nikon D3S and Nikkor-NOCT 58mm @ f/1.2.
Swing!
Inspiration, Nikon 58mm f/1.2 NOCT, Portrait, PrintOne of my favourites. Unbridled joy.
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Nikon D3S and Nikkor-NOCT 58mm @ f/1.2.
Her face in the window.
Inspiration, Konica Hexanon 60mm f/1.2, PortraitInside or outside?
Of reflections and introspection.
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Leica M9 and Konica Hexanon 60mm @ f/1.2.
Jason and the Canadian Suit Drive.
Leica 75mm Summilux (Canada 🇨🇦) f/1.4, Photo Shoot, PortraitJason and his colleagues are bearing (almost) all of themselves in midtown Toronto for the 2nd Annual Canadian Suit Drive.
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Both images taken with the Leica M9 and Leica 75mm Summilux @ f/2 (1st image) and f/1.4 (second image).
R – A portait 1 and 2 and 3.
Konica Hexanon 60mm f/1.2, Leica 50mm Summicron f/2, Portrait, Voigtländer 35mm f/1.2 NoktonR – as rendered with three different lenses, environments, and styles of processing.
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↑Leica M9 and Leica 50mm Summicron @ f/2.
↑Leica M9 and Konica Hexanon 60mm @ f/1.2.
↑Leica M9 and Voigtlander Nokton 35mm @ f/1.2.
Perturbed.
Leica 35mm Summarit f/2.5, PortraitHe always knows how to have fun.
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Leica M9 and Leica 35mm Summarit @ f/2.5.
Sammy’s Service Centre.
Leica 35mm Summarit f/2.5, Photo Shoot, PortraitThis is Sam Koundouros, the owner of Sammy’s Service Centre, an independent automotive repair facility located in Toronto.
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(Photo above taken with the Leica M9 and Leica 35mm Summarit @ f/2.5.)
Sam is one of those rare business owners who knows how to communicate with his customers – with respect and honesty.
And this photo isn’t part of a paid project. I’m actually posting this as a “thank you” to all the wonderful people at Sammy’s who work hard every day making sure the vehicles are running properly.
I first learned about Sammy’s through a recommendation from a neighbour. So strong was the recommendation that I chose to have my new vehicle, which is still under warranty, serviced by them instead of my dealer. I haven’t been disappointed.
I have been to Sammy’s several times since then and have dealt with many of the service personnel and, without exception, they have all been professional, competent, and extremely courteous. All of them.
I have never received this kind of service at any of the auto dealer service centres I’ve dealt with in the past, including Honda, Toyota, and even BMW.
I really can’t believe how good this place is, but it is.
If you want to learn more about Sammy’s, have a look at their website here.
L – A portrait.
Leica 50mm Summicron f/2, PortraitIt’s fun photographing newborns… they always look cute and have no hang-ups about having their picture taken.
Lighting provided by Nature, in the form of gentle window light.
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Leica M9 and Leica 50mm Summicron @ f/2.
Prosophos 