I have been posting to this blog for over 13 years, each year reporting on accomplishments over the prior year and goals for the new year.

2024 is no different. My main photography goal for the year is listed in the January submission of the 2024 C.London 52 Week Photography Challenge. Content this year will work towards that goal in addition to my general shooting. Check out my website "About" page to learn more. The website is at www.jeffmarcowitz.photography 

All content posted here in the blog will also be on the website, however with a subscription to the blog, you'll continue to receive the email notifications.

Thanks to all of you who have followed this photo blog for many years and welcome to any newcomers. My hope is that the images and stories are interesting and thought-provoking as I continue this creative journey. As always, comments, critiques and suggestions (here and the website) are welcome and appreciated as they often lead to new ideas and inspiration.

Thank You.
Jeff

Saturday, September 30, 2023

Saved By The Sweatshirt

Saved By The Sweatshirt
52Frames - Week 39 - Red

Traveling in Colorado this week where the autumn color change is magnificent.  The area we are in displays predominantly yellows and oranges with very few reds.  Starting out on a chilly morning hike, my buddy Irwin pulled out his sweatshirt and I knew at that moment my streak was saved.

Sony A7 IV @ f8 1/320 28mm ISO 100
Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6

Photographed 9/29/23

Friday, September 29, 2023

2023_CLondon52_September: Exploring Genres

From the C.London website: "This month, let's dive into exploring different photography genres. From landscapes to wildlife, documentary to sports, we're about to broaden our skills and capture amazing stories. Who knows, maybe you’ll find a new passion. Or whatever the opposite of passion is."

1.  Landscape
Nature provides all sorts of visual illusions.  This rock face is no exception.
What Do You See?
What Do You See?
Sony A7 IV @ f8 1/400 112mm  ISO 100
Tamron E 28-200mm F2.8-5.6 A071
Photographed 9/27/23


2.  Documentary/Photojournalism
Former Allstate Insurance Corporate Campus
Northbrook, IL

I photographed this scene on 8/31/23, the day the September prompts were released to Patreon members.  Turns out it foreshadowed an article  published on September 3rd in the Chicago Tribune that discussed the replacement of corporate campuses with logistics and data centers.
Out With The Old...
Out With The Old...
Sony A7 IV @ f8 1/640  47mm  ISO 100
Tamron E 28-200mm F2.8-5.6 A071
Photographed 8/31/23


3.  Wildlife
I had to travel 1,000 miles for this photo.  Was hoping for something more exotic, but the deadline was approaching.
Nuts
Nuts
Sony A7 IV @ f8 1/125  200mm  ISO 100
Tamron E 28-200mm F2.8-5.6 A071
Photographed 9/27/23


4.  Sports/Action
"Drive for show; putt for dough" is a common saying in golf.
The Drive
The Drive
Ricoh GRIIIx @ f4 1/160  71mm equiv ISO 200
Photographed 9/8/23

Saturday, September 23, 2023

Edge

Edge
52Frames - Week 38 - Wabi-Sabi

Lonely picnic table in the rain.

Ricoh GRIIIx @ f2.8 1/160 40mm equiv ISO 1250

Photographed 9/19/23

Sunday, September 17, 2023

Pop of Pink

Pop of Pink

Pop of Pink (BW)
52Frames - Week 37 - Backlit (Alternate)
EC: Rim Light

Shot some last minute alternates for this week's challenge.

Color and B/W; which do you prefer?

Sony A7 IV @ f3.5 1/125 85mm ISO 640
Rokinon AF 85mm F1.4

Photographed 9/17/23

Saturday, September 16, 2023

Ghost

Ghost
52 Assignments BW - #36 - All in a Blur

From a sidewalk bench.
Park Ridge, IL

Sony A7 IV @ f22 1/8 32mm  ISO 100
Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G

Photographed 9/12/23

Thursday, September 14, 2023

That's Pops!

That's Pops!
52Frames - Week 37 - Backlit
EC: Rim Light

My 10-1/2 month old granddaughter on a wagon ride.

Apple iPhone 12 Pro @ f2 1/440 6mm (71mm equiv) ISO 25

Photographed 9/13/23

Sunday, September 10, 2023

Lindys

Lindys
52Frames - Week 36 - Triangular Composition (alternate)

Bang's Lake
Wauconda, IL

Sony A7 IV @ f11 1/125 14mm ISO 400
Rokinon 14mm F2.8 Series II

Photographed 09/7/23

Friday, September 8, 2023

Wauconda

Wauconda
52Frames - Week 36 - Triangular Composition

Photowalk at the Wauconda Farmers Market.  The water tower peeking over the buildings and framed by the wires caught my attention for this week's challenge.  An accidental bonus was the guy walking his dog down the sidewalk being completely hidden by the power pole while his dog is not.

Sony A7 IV @ f11 1/125 14mm ISO 320
Rokinon 14mm F2.8 Series II

Photographed 09/7/23

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

North Shore Classics

Went to North Shore Classics in Mundelein, IL who were kind enough to let me shoot this 52 Assignments-Black & White Photography project (#4) in their showroom of classic cars. Check them out if you're in the market!


1975 Oldsmobile Delta Royale 88
1975 Oldsmobile Delta Royale 88
Sony A7 IV @ f4 1/125 22mm  ISO 320
Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G


1970 Pontiac GTO
1970 Pontiac GTO
Sony A7 IV @ f4 1/125 24mm  ISO 500
Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G


1931 Ford Hot Rod
1931 Ford Hot Rod
Sony A7 IV @ f4 1/125 26mm  ISO 320
Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G


1956 Chevy Corvette
1956 Chevy Corvette
Sony A7 IV @ f4 1/125 25mm  ISO 320
Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G


1972 Chevy Nova
1972 Chevy Nova
Sony A7 IV @ f8 1/125 22mm  ISO 2500
Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G

All Photographed 8/31/23

Monday, September 4, 2023

Escape

Escape
Chicago, IL

Ricoh GRIIIx @ f4.5 1/160 71mm equiv ISO 1600

Photographed 9/3/23

Sunday, September 3, 2023

Lens Playground

Lens Playground
Downtown
Chicago, IL

Playing around with sun stars, lens flare and architecture with a new 14mm ultra-wide lens.

Sony A7 IV @ f22 1/15 14mm ISO 50
Rokinon 14mm F2.8 Series II

Photographed 09/2/23

Friday, September 1, 2023

Groucho

Groucho
52Frames - Week 35 - Edited By Someone Else
EC: Self-Portrait

Shot some wacky selfies with a fisheye lens.  Sid Friedman (@photofinishsid) did a wacky edit with AnalogFX.

Sony A7 IV @ f5.6 1/1000 16mm (equiv) ISO 100
Nikkor Fisheye 10.5mm F2.8 G ED (adapted)

Photographed 08/29/23