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Photo of the Day | December 19 | Two Friends, by Eyad Al Shami

L&C Team — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 15:46:00 +0000

“It was the first day of Eid Al Fitr and the beach was way too crowded. At the end of the day and after a beautiful sunset, people left and headed back home when these two friends were wondering around looking for something… It was low tide and one of them went deep inside while his friend waited and waited. Eventually he went too and joined him in his quest for the lost item… But they never seemed to found anything and headed back home, and the beach turned silent again as if no one ever been there today”

Technical Info: Nikon D700 | Nikkor 14-24 f/2.8D | 14mm | ISO 2500 | 1/15sec @ f/2.8
Title of the photograph: Two Friends
Photo of the Day Award Category: Minimalistic Photography
Photograph Location: Bali | Indonesia
Photographer: Eyad Al Shami ( Dubai, United Arab Emirates )
“Born in 1976 in Jerusalem, Eyad Al Shami grew up with the tend to try different hobbies including Pool, Chess, Music Instruments, Diving, Card Magic, Bowling. But photography was the most serious one when he bought his first camera in 2000, it was a point and shoot that he carried with him everywhere… He was fascinated with low light and night shots, street and nature… However the serious journey started with his first DSLR “Canon 450D” in 2007 that his wife bought him on their anniversary, since then it was never the same… Continuous reading, dedication and practice is what he was focusing on since that day… he believes there is still so much to learn and apply but practice is always the key.
He is working in IT industry sales which is a demanding career, so is photography… Finding time to go out and shoot is one of his challenges, that’s why he don’t spare time during his travels as he always shoot what appeals to him. Photographing Kids/ Street and Low Light scenes is what he loves and will one day adopt one of them as the main path in his photography journey.”
Website: http://www.eyadography.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eyadography
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eyadography

Photo of the Day | December 15 | Mirror Mirror, by Eyad Al Shami

L&C Team — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 13:00:42 +0000

“This hotel pool was so still (since people left for the beautiful beach) that it was almost like a solid reflective surface. The se-metrical look and feel of the scene is what drives the attention to the beautiful surrounding trees, which makes it look like a desert oasis. The setting sun is what gave the final touch to such beautiful scene”.

Technical Info: Nikon D700 | Nikkor 14-24 f/2.8D, 14mm | ISO 200 | 1/80sec @ f/11
Title of the photograph: Mirror Mirror
Photo of the Day Award Category: Sunrise & Sunset Photography
Photograph Location: Bali | Indonesia
Photographer: Eyad Al Shami ( Dubai, United Arab Emirates )
“Born in 1976 in Jerusalem, Eyad Al Shami grew up with the tend to try different hobbies including Pool, Chess, Music Instruments, Diving, Card Magic, Bowling. But photography was the most serious one when he bought his first camera in 2000, it was a point and shoot that he carried with him everywhere… He was fascinated with low light and night shots, street and nature… However the serious journey started with his first DSLR “Canon 450D” in 2007 that his wife bought him on their anniversary, since then it was never the same… Continuous reading, dedication and practice is what he was focusing on since that day… he believes there is still so much to learn and apply but practice is always the key.
He is working in IT industry sales which is a demanding career, so is photography… Finding time to go out and shoot is one of his challenges, that’s why he don’t spare time during his travels as he always shoot what appeals to him. Photographing Kids/ Street and Low Light scenes is what he loves and will one day adopt one of them as the main path in his photography journey.”
Website: http://www.eyadography.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eyadography
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eyadography

Photo of the Day | December 09 | Can You Smell It, by Eyad Al Shami

L&C Team — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:38:12 +0000

“Bali coffee is so famous for it’s distinctive taste, that day we went to the coffee plantation area to see and taste the famous and most expensive “Coffee Luwak”! One of the stages determines an old lady to sit there and stir the beans till they are fully roasted, she keeps on circulating the beans in the big pan for at least 60 minutes!!… The best part was the smell of the beans, and this photo was meant to give the aroma feeling of such tasty coffee”.

Technical Info: Nikon D700 | Nikkor 50mm f/1.4G | ISO 200 | 1/125 sec @ f/2.8
Title of the photograph: Can You Smell It
Photo of the Day Award Category: Food Photography
Photograph Location: Bali | Indonesia
Photographer: Eyad Al Shami ( Dubai, United Arab Emirates )
“Born in 1976 in Jerusalem, Eyad Al Shami grew up with the tend to try different hobbies including Pool, Chess, Music Instruments, Diving, Card Magic, Bowling. But photography was the most serious one when he bought his first camera in 2000, it was a point and shoot that he carried with him everywhere… He was fascinated with low light and night shots, street and nature… However the serious journey started with his first DSLR “Canon 450D” in 2007 that his wife bought him on their anniversary, since then it was never the same… Continuous reading, dedication and practice is what he was focusing on since that day… he believes there is still so much to learn and apply but practice is always the key.
He is working in IT industry sales which is a demanding career, so is photography… Finding time to go out and shoot is one of his challenges, that’s why he don’t spare time during his travels as he always shoot what appeals to him. Photographing Kids/ Street and Low Light scenes is what he loves and will one day adopt one of them as the main path in his photography journey.”
Website: http://www.eyadography.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eyadography
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eyadography

Photo of the Day | November 25 | Tanah Lot, by Greg Goodman

L&C Team — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:44:18 +0000

Tanah Lot – the most photographed location in Bali – is an ancient temple situated on an large rock just off the shore of Tabanan. In addition to being a tourist trap, the temple also is a pilgrimage location for thousands of locals who flock to the site every day. This leads to one of the most shocking scenes I have encountered in my travels: the narrow street filled with shops and street vendors all packed in like sardines leading up to the temple.

Technical Info: Nikon D80 | 1/320s at f/9 | Focal Length 19mm | ISO200
Title of the photograph: Tanah Lot
Photo of the Day Award Category: Travel Photography
Photograph Location: Bali | Indonesia
Photographer: Greg Goodman ( San Francisco, CA, USA)
Greg Goodman’s passion for travel and photography is deeply rooted in early-childhood family vacations, when his parents gave him a 110mm film camera to keep him entertained. Growing up in New York City continues to influence Greg’s choice of subject matter, as he is particularly drawn to cityscapes, buildings, bridges, transportation methods, decay, manmade objects and nature’s interaction with humanity.

In addition to his photographic work being featured in numerous exhibitions, events and publications, Greg frequently updates the digital magazine of his life – Adventures of a GoodMan .com – with stories, photographs, travel journals and videos from numerous backpacking trips abroad…and life’s adventures at home.

Website: http://www.AdventuresofaGoodMan.com
Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/greggoodman
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/adventuresofagoodman
Twitter: http://www.Twitter.com/greggoodman
Google Plus: https://plus.google.com/u/0/104345450242748116125

Photo of the Day | November 17 | Volcanic Onion Fields, by Greg Goodman

L&C Team — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 19:45:40 +0000

The town of Toya Bungah is a popular tourist destination in Bali due to its proximity to Mount Batur – an inactive volcano. Despite having erupted dozens of times over the centuries, a community contines to thrive beneath its hollowed out cone and rivers of dried lava.

It was there, in the shadows of Mount Batur, that I stumbled upon a vibrant farming community and row after row of onion fields being tended by women and children. Their simple and calm lifestyle seemed to be a stark contrast to the scores of visitors who flock to the town every year to hike Batur, take a tour and head out the next day.

Technical Info: Nikon D80 | 1/400s at f/10 | Focal Length 24mm | ISO250
Title of the photograph: Volcanic Onion Fields
Photo of the Day Award Category: Travel Photography
Photograph Location: Bali | Indonesia
Photographer: Greg Goodman ( San Francisco, CA, USA)
Greg Goodman’s passion for travel and photography is deeply rooted in early-childhood family vacations, when his parents gave him a 110mm film camera to keep him entertained. Growing up in New York City continues to influence Greg’s choice of subject matter, as he is particularly drawn to cityscapes, buildings, bridges, transportation methods, decay, manmade objects and nature’s interaction with humanity.

Photo of the Day | March 12 | The Master and His Apprentice, by Tangguh Merdeka

L&C Team — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 13:00:50 +0000

Topeng Monyet is a traditional art which is known in various regions in Indonesia. Topeng Monyet can also be found in India, Pakistan, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Japan, and Korea. Topeng Monyet involves a Monkey Tamer who trained monkey to do various activities that mimic human behavior, such as wearing apparel, dress up and go shopping. The show played in a round from one place to another in the residential neighborhood. The audience is mostly children. Therefore, the arrival of a Topeng Monyet is always welcomed by the children. The excitement of these children become sustenance for the entourage Topeng Monyet. “Saweran” money from the citizens is the source of their livelihood support his family.
Technical Info: Nikon D90 | Exposure: 1/30 | Aperture: f/5.3 | ISO: 200
Title of the photograph: The Master and His Apprentice
Photo of the Day Award Category: Candid Photography
Photograph Location: Indonesia
Photographer: Tangguh Merdeka (Depok, Indonesia)
Tangguh Merdeka is a self-taught photographer and art worker based in Depok, Indonesia. He is 22 years old and still studying for his Master Degree of Journalism. Tangguh falling in love about photography ever since his first shot.

Portfolio: http://bit.ly/tangguhmp
Portfolio: http://flic.kr/kodokracun
Twitter: http://twitter.com/tangguhmp

Photo of the Day | January 29 | Horse Power by Fadil Muhammad Aulia

L&C Team — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 13:00:29 +0000

This photo was taken in the Bromo Mountain, East Java, Indonesia. It’s about the competition between modern technology (Jeep) and the old one (horse) in order to get some money from the tourist by giving a tour of the Bromo mountain view, although the Jeep is more cheaper than a riding horse, many of the tourist would rather ride a horse than the Jeep. And that’s because the tourist can blending with the nature.
Technical Info: Canon 400D with EF-S 17-85 mm, Exposure: 1/30s at f/11, ISO: 100, Focal length: 85 mm

Title of the photograph: Horse Power
Photo of the Day Award Category: Adventure Photography
Photograph Location: Indonesia
Photographer: Fadil Muhammad Aulia (Yogyakarta, Indonesia)
At first, Fadil Muhammad Aulia was in the advertising company in his country as Creative and Graphic Design. But he started to like photography since year 1998 but mostly for fun and as a hobby. And since year 2003 he started to learn more about photography. Beside doing his master degree (communication studies) in one of the state university in his country, Photography became his daily activities. As hobby, he also became freelance photographer in the online community and for the advertising company. His first camera is analog SLR Zenit FS-122S and in 2005. He got His first DSLR camera Canon 400D. Most of his photo is landscape and Art like smoke photography.

Portfolio: www.chipzzcicakphotography.carbonmade.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/chipzzcicak
Twitter: www.twitter.com/chipzzcicak

Photo of the Day | August 09 | To the Crater by Ismawan Arief Ismail

L&C Team — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 14:00:44 +0000

Taken right at the edge of Ijen crater in a trekking trip to Ijen peak (East Java, Indonesia), a picture of brave & strong traditional miners heading to their traditional sulfur mine, climb down to the shore of the crater lake to mine the sulfur before climbing up – 200mtr extreme steep – the crater wall again with 80-100kg sulfur on their loads and walk down the mountain for 3.5km to the basecamp before loading the sulfur to the truck.

Technical Specs: Olympus E-300, Zuiko ED 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6, taken at 14mm, f/8, 1/500, ISO-100
Title of the Photograph: To The Crater
Photo of the Day Award Category: Documentary Photography
Photograph Location: Indonesia
Photographer: Ismawan Arief Ismail (Kuala Kencana, Papua, Indonesia)
Ismawan Ismail born in 1972 and started to take pictures using pocket camera since his high-school days. An IT executive at a mining company located in Papua, Indonesia that started his IT career from a computer hobbyist, he is hoping that someday photography can also be another hobby-to-career move for him, as he already started taking photo assignments and selling stock photos.
Portfolio:http://izzy04.multiply.com/photos
Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/ismawanismail
Twitter: http://twitter.com/izzy004

Photo of the Day | July 13 | Bromo Hillside by Ismawan Arief Ismail

L&C Team — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 14:00:09 +0000

A picture from a trip to Tengger massif, East Java, Indonesia. Taken from the Hinduâes temple area at the Sand Sea facing the Bromo slope. Part of Tengger massif, Bromo is not the highest peak but arguably the most well known. After taking 30-45 minutes drive from the nearest village through Tengger slope and the Sand Sea to the Hinduaes temple located just at Bromo foothills, riding horses is one option tourist can take to climb up and down the Bromo slope to and from the stairway that will take you to the crater rim of Bromo. Dust kicked by the horses climbing up and down provides the dramatic scene.

Technical Specs: Olympus E-300, Zuiko ED 50-200mm f/2.8-3.5, taken at 79mm, f/16, 1/250, ISO-200
Title of the Photograph: Bromo Hillside
Photo of the Day Award Category: Travel Photography
Photograph Location: Indonesia
Photographer: Ismawan Arief Ismail (Kuala Kencana, Papua, Indonesia)
Ismawan Ismail born in 1972 and started to take pictures using pocket camera since his high-school days. An IT executive at a mining company located in Papua, Indonesia that started his IT career from a computer hobbyist, he is hoping that someday photography can also be another hobby-to-career move for him, as he already started taking photo assignments and selling stock photos.
Portfolio: http://izzy04.multiply.com/photos
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ismawanismail
Twitter: http://twitter.com/izzy004