My husband, Rollie, is an amateur photographer, but, in my opinion, some of his work is quite professional. One of the cameras he owns is called a large format camera. It was the kind of camera Ansel Adams used back in the day. Here you can see a picture of Ansel with one of his cameras. 
It was a really beautiful day a couple of weeks ago, and Rollie wanted to go photo shooting with his large format camera, so we took a drive to Coloma. If you are familiar with these cameras, you know that using one involves more work than modern cameras, especially those great digital cameras. One of the challenges is getting the camera and tripod to the location. Here, Rollie uses a cart with wheels for transporting his equipment.
Here is Ansel with his form of transportation. Quite the set-up.
It takes quite a while to set up the camera prior to taking the picture; lenses, position, lighting, etc. has to be just right.
Once all the details are sorted out it is time to shoot. Rollie was actually taking pictures for a portfolio for his film class, so special care was necessary, and he ended up getting a great black and white photo of the ruins of an old jail.
Rollie caught me exploring the jail with his digital. The black and white picture turned out well.
Of course, we always take a digital camera along. Here are a few of the scenes we captured as we were walking around. Coloma is a pretty place to visit, and, if you are interested in California history there is much more to see than what is shown below.
It was a really beautiful day a couple of weeks ago, and Rollie wanted to go photo shooting with his large format camera, so we took a drive to Coloma. If you are familiar with these cameras, you know that using one involves more work than modern cameras, especially those great digital cameras. One of the challenges is getting the camera and tripod to the location. Here, Rollie uses a cart with wheels for transporting his equipment.
Here is Ansel with his form of transportation. Quite the set-up.
It takes quite a while to set up the camera prior to taking the picture; lenses, position, lighting, etc. has to be just right.
Once all the details are sorted out it is time to shoot. Rollie was actually taking pictures for a portfolio for his film class, so special care was necessary, and he ended up getting a great black and white photo of the ruins of an old jail.
Rollie caught me exploring the jail with his digital. The black and white picture turned out well.
Of course, we always take a digital camera along. Here are a few of the scenes we captured as we were walking around. Coloma is a pretty place to visit, and, if you are interested in California history there is much more to see than what is shown below.
We had a great time, and the photographer treated his assistant to lunch. Ah, la vie est belle!
Looks like a fun day. You know Dad is excellent at everything he puts his mind to. That just how my daddy is! Good job taking pictures of him taking pictures.
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