This is a light painting done with a Leica Q3 28mm and animated via Grok Imagine. Thanks for visiting and please come back often! Leica Q3 Light Painting (Static) ©2025 Eric Wells Hatheway A static image and a dynamic image differ primarily in how they are presented and interact with…
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When a photographer shoots in full manual mode, they engage in a complex mental process to determine the optimal exposure and settings for a scene. Here’s how they typically approach it: 1. Understanding the Scene 2. Setting the ISO 3. Aperture (f-stop) 4. Shutter Speed 5. Metering the Light 6.…
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The Leica Summilux f/1.7 ASPH lens affixed to the Leica Q3 is revered for its exquisite bokeh, a quality that significantly enhances the aesthetic appeal of photographs. Bokeh refers to the quality of the out-of-focus areas in an image, especially how smoothly and pleasantly these areas are rendered. The Summilux…
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Stella, the calico cat, lies in timeless repose, her fur a masterpiece of mottled amber, ivory, and obsidian. Each patch of color tells a silent story, woven into the tapestry of her being. Her slender frame curls into the softest nook, where sunlight cascades in gentle beams, warming her to…
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When a dart player takes aim at the dartboard, their thought process involves a blend of focus, strategy, and muscle memory. First, they assess their target based on the current score and desired outcome, deciding whether to aim for a specific number, double, or triple segment. They then position themselves…
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The Tradition and Custom of Self-Portraits in Photography and Art Historical Context The tradition of creating self-portraits has been a longstanding practice in both photography and art. This custom dates back centuries and has evolved significantly over time. In the art world, self-portraits emerged during the Renaissance when mirrors became…
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Mister Buck, or just Buck. We ran into Mister Buck one afternoon and had a nice chat with him. He successfully solved the world’s problems, at least for the moment, as he moved through a series of cocktails. It’s always nice to see him and visit with him. We can…
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The post describes a photograph taken with a Leica Q3 featuring Mowgli, a cat referred to as a House Panther, with googly eyes. It explains that googly eyes are whimsical plastic eyes popular in arts and crafts since the 20th century, adding joy and creativity to various objects by making…
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Gorgeous photograph of a calico cat shot with the Leica Q3. The amazing bokeh, detail and color rendition.
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