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DRESSED FOR SUCCESS

// January 14th, 2006 // 7 Comments » // nature, people, portfolio

DRESSED FOR SUCCESS

This PhotoFriday’s challenge (Success) made me think of life..my life. Why do I always connect word success to life, as if they were ment to be bind together.
Freud would ask me if I had a happy childhood :) I ask myself if I am happy with who I am now. The uncertainty about the straight answer would tell something to both of us :)
…after some thinking..hestitation some might say… I am happy with who I became. Taken the spiritual dessert I grew up in, I turned out to be quite a good cactus :)

Speaking of success..I’m very happy I’ve found this photo (finally), as I thought it got lost somehow. It’s taken from the Petrovaradin bridge during one of my river-inspired walks.

Sometimes, while passing them by, I find myself envying those people holding fishing poles at the river bank. They look so calm..so satisfied..so happy with where they are. I call it ‘a success’. I’ve chosen some other path in my life..I cannot imagine myself sharing their kind of destiny. I part of me regrets it already (I smell a weekend warrior:)

Who is more successful..a man with a pole in his hands and a smile on his face or a taycoon with a briefcase and a grin?

…it’s your call…

…sinister laugh…

NOVI SAD

// September 18th, 2005 // 6 Comments » // architecture, isolated, portfolio, sky

NOVI SAD

Yesterday I was invited to be a sort of a tour guide to Novi Sad :) Rasha, the girl I met at the train station few weeks ago, is an exchange student from Syria. She decided to bring a group of her friends to visit Novi Sad once again, before she returns home. I was glad to meet Rana, Zacarea and Asen from Syria, Osama from Jordan and Jerkin from Kazakhstan. We had great time together, visited many interesting places in NS and the most interesting was on Petrovaradin Fortress and SPENS just before the basketball game between SCG (ex. union of Serbia and Montenegro) and Israel.

This photo is dedicated to them.

Here you can see one of the symbols of NS..it’s a tower clock at Petrovaradin Fortress. I bet you can’t tell what time it was :) It’s small hand shows minutes and a large one hours :) Is done that way for practical reasons, so that Danube sailors could see better what time it is :) Also, guard shifts were on every hour, when the clock makes a dong sound, so the minutes were not that important back in the past :) The clock is winded manually by a single man, everyday. Ppl call it “The Drunk Clock” as it’s late when it’s cold outside, and it runs faster when it’s hot :)

BLUE BREEZE

// September 9th, 2005 // 12 Comments » // architecture, light, portfolio, sky

BLUE BREEZE

I almost forgot about this one..as if it was taken ages ago. I was lugging bags to the Belgrade bus station looking forward to the rest of the summer holiday and the seaside when I found myself stunned with this scene. The sun just set behind horizon and the clouds were still lit with wonderful red light. It affected the colors of the sky at this one (compaired to the previous one where PS did it:) The building was well illuminated so it retained its original colors. Ppl from Bgd will recognize the building..it’s some governmental..and I’m very sceptical when it comes to shooting gov, mil and other forbidden-for-common-people sites, but this is one one of those shots that makes you extremely satisfied when you take it and makes up for all those crowded bus rides and long walks when you had a 2-pound camera strapped around your neck :) If you have one, you’ll get my point :) If you don’t have one..get it..join the club! :)

If you should notice that I’m posting sky twice in a row, I must say it’s a coincidence :) Photo Friday challenged us with Massive, and this one came to my mind. What could be more massive than a gov building :) Alloy of concrete and bureaucracy.. :)
And apropos its name..as you can see from my latest screenshot, I was listening to an old Dutch blues-rock band called Livin’ Blues and their song Blue Breeze was on in the moment I was saving this for web..perfect match :)
I’ve also discovered Tony Joe White who, just like Livin’ Blues does, leaps out of conventional understanding of blues. Thumbs up for both of them.

INSPIRED

// April 22nd, 2005 // 6 Comments » // light, portfolio, portrait, studio

INSPIRED

The other day I was in doubt which photo to upload first. The one you already might’ve seen or this one. Now I’m in doubt whether to post this one or the one rotated 90° CW. I’ll stick to this one.
For this time I chose to share with you my love story. I’m proud of it, and you might find it interesting.
All my girlfriends? I’ll start alphabetically..heading to the letter Z. There was Yvonne..then Zelda..then.. :) It’s Benny Hill’s gag :)

I’ve “met” Ana in a chat room in summer 2001. That day I’ve met several other people (read: girls) as well, and while conversation with them followed an expected pattern (a/s/l, blah..music..blah..movies..) the one with Ana went an unexpected way. For instance, we talked about wedding rings :lol We kept meeting at chat, then stared e-mail converstaion and finally mobile text messaging. We phoned each other not very often, but we definitely made it up by sending hundreds of text messages each day. That was one of the key points of our relationship. We learned to talk..to talk things out..to overcome every problem with conversation.
Even writting this excites me :) Our first meeting (live) took place almost six months after we met on the chat. I’ll never forget that afternoon. She was waiting for me at previously arranged spot, feeling the same emotions..the same bitter sweet insecurity I felt rushing there with a rose in my hand. Yes, it’s a cliche, but this time I was starring :)
We started visiting each other more often and often..but even present rhythm of one day a week (mind the holidays and vacations) is not far enough. Yup..we’ve become slaves to the distant relationship. And we’re enjoying every single second of it! The good thing of that kind of relationship is that whatever bad happens during the week is going to be healed over the weekend :) One bad side, on the other hand, is that time takes by much much faster, as our minds are warping through the week eagerly waiting for the weekend to come.
Do I sound confusing? Like I’m in love? Well.. :)

Both pictures (this one and the last one) are taken spontaniously and both are symbols of mutual state of mind when together. Weekends bring us mental rest (apart from phisical exhaustion..even when we behave) and calmness, peace of mind..and her gaze at the previous one depicts our absence from this world when we’re together. We’re there, but we don’t interact with it..observers from above..like those two angels from Wenders’ Der Himmel über Berlin. There’s a whole new world around us..just for us.

Techical data:
Camera/Lens: Nikon D70 / Nikkor 18-70mm 1:3.5-4.5G
Date: 16.04.2005 11:22:28 AM
Exposure: 1/60
Exposure bias: 0.0 EV
Exposure program: Shutter priority
Aperture: f4.5
White balance: Manual /Cloudy/
Focal length: 70 mm
ISO: 800
Flash: Built in + Nikon SB600 /bounced/
Original name: DSC_3278

MY DAY IN FULL COLOR

// March 24th, 2005 // 5 Comments » // b&w, people, portfolio, street

MY DAY IN FULL COLOR

Dunno bout you, but this one’s definitely one of my favorites :) I took it while finishing my photo day the day before yesterday.
The kid at the picture just got his helium inflated baloon and one could read happiness at his face :) You can see him marching proudly as if he’s holding a flagpole. That moment he was the king in his own castle in his own world. I shared his joy..I captured his coronation.
I miss a better focus though..that’s why the photo might appear oversharpened or grainy to someone. However, I liked that touch of “gramma’s old photo album” :)

Techical data:
Camera/Lens: Nikon D70 / Nikkor 18-70mm 1:3.5-4.5G
Date: 21.03.2005 4:08:20 PM
Exposure: 1/250
Exposure bias: 0.0 EV
Exposure program: Aperture priority
Aperture: f4.2
White balance: Manual /cloudy/
Focal length: 38 mm
ISO: 200
Original name: DSC_3142

PANONIAN SAILOR

// February 2nd, 2005 // 6 Comments » // other, portfolio

PANONIAN SAILOR

Erm..where should I start with this one. It’s taken from the bridge connecting Novi Sad and Petrovaradin, just under the old Petrovaradin Fortress.

Panonia is the name of a large plain Novi Sad lays in. The plain stretches through out Serbia, Croatia, Hungary and Romania. Once upon a time there used to be Panonian Sea where the plain is now.

Looking at this photo, or just seeing it live when, on rare occasions, crossing the bridge, reminds me of tough times we live in. Just like Panonian Sea, many vocations vanished with dying industries. Shipbuilding was one one them.
Now, all we can see are partial images, scenes from the past, memories that are faiding away, scattered remains of what used to be our proud and joy..or someone’s life.

Will we just fade away? Does it bother you? Are you afraid if it?

Techical data:
Camera: Nikon D70
Lens: Nikkor 18-70mm 1:3.5-4.5G
Date: 08.01.2005 3:34:40 PM
Exposure: 1/320s
Exposure program: Aperture priority
Aperture: f4.5
White balance: Manual /cloudy/
Focal length: 70 mm
Flash: Off
ISO: 200
Cropped: Yes
Original name: DSC_2175

WAITING FOR A SHOT

// November 17th, 2004 // 4 Comments » // light, portfolio, street

WAITING FOR A SHOT

Waiting for a bus..waiting for a taxi..waiting for someone special..waiting for a new camera..waiting for a chance to shoot a scene.. It’s all about the waiting, but every of them is a bit diferent. A month ago I was striding towards a regular meeting spot where Ana and I meet when I’m in Belgrade, and when my eye caught this scene, I told myself that I’ll have to shoot it when I get my camera. So I did it..a few days ago I shot it. And I’m satisfied with the result. I cropped just a bit of it’s top with sunlight reflections.

Techical data:
Camera: Nikon D70
Lens: Nikkor 18-70mm 1:3.5-4.5G
Date: 2004:11:10 11:17:16
Exposure: 1/125s
Exposure program: Normal
Aperture: f5.6
Metering mode: Matrix
White balance: Auto
Focal length: 44 mm
Flash: Off
ISO: 200
Quality: JPG Fine
Cropped: Yes

LASER EYE SURGERY

// November 14th, 2004 // 4 Comments » // light, portfolio, street

LASER EYE SURGERY

Not much to say about this one. I was crossing overpass when I saw this crosroads island which reminded me of some fish fith long flippers. Then I saw it on computer screen and that zebra crossing looked like a beaming laser ray of light..a water pool looked like a tear..so I named it a “Laser eye surgery” :)

Techical data:
Camera: Nikon D70
Lens: Nikkor 18-70mm 1:3.5-4.5G
Date: 10.11.2004 11:16:02
Exposure: 1/250
Exposure program: Auto
Aperture: f8
Metering mode: Matrix
White balance: Auto
Focal length: 44mm
Flash: Off
ISO: 200
Quality: JPG Fine
Cropped: No

MORNING IMPERFECTION

// November 10th, 2004 // 2 Comments » // people, portfolio, street

MORNING IMPERFECTION

The D-Day has come today..the Nikon D70 day  :)
This morn I hit the road, went to Belgrade, collected camera and 1GB CF (should be enough :) ) and started experimenting with it. Well..to be honest, one cannot call point-and-shoot settings experimenting ;) But I’m finding my way with it. I took some 50 shots/snaps and finished with 3-4 worth of sharing..and a drained battery.
I was even stopped by police officers and asked to id myself. Then they started inquiring about the camera and asking for some advices on purchasing a digicam :) They “let me go” (as if they were holding me) without even waiting for the results of ran id check. I guess I don’t look like a suspicious guy. I’f you’re thinkg right now: “Why the hack is this guy making fuss about an routine id check?!” Well, it was my first id check ever! :)

Techical data:
Camera: Nikon D70
Lens: Nikkor 18-70mm 1:3.5-4.5G
Date: 2004:11:10 12:32:11
Exposure: 1/320s
Exposure program: Normal
Aperture: f9
Metering mode: Pattern
White balance: Auto
Focal length:70 mm
Flash: Off
ISO: 200
Quality: JPG Fine
Cropped: No

RUST STANDS STILL AT THE IRON HILL

// November 1st, 2004 // 5 Comments » // cars, light, nature, portfolio

RUST STANDS STILL AT THE IRON HILL

Old tractor pulled aside, fighting lost battle against time and it’s ally – rust.

One could think that I’m quite depressive these days, but I’m not, honestly :) I’ve got sore throat, but other than that it’s great :)

Techical data:
Camera: Pentax Optio 33WR
Exposure: 1/320s
Aperture: f3.1
Focal length: 7.5mm
Flash: Off
ISO: 100
Cropped: No