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2007: A year of Motor Sport

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2007: A year of Motor Sport

Postby bwhinnen on Mon Dec 31, 2007 11:48 am

While it may not be as sexy as some others, I've had a fun year with Motor Sport, I didn't really concentrate on much else through out the year, perhaps next year will be different...

I came very close to giving it all up during the year, and not just Motor Sport but all things photography. I kept with it and finished the year off with some fun. It's been a tough year this year for me, I've been extremely flat out with my 'paying' work and gone through some very very low lows which didn't help with any other bit of my life. It really has been a year of extremes, both low and high, the highlights have been my Family, close friends (new and old) and being able to immerse myself once again into taking some photos.

To those that have encouraged me throughout the year and those that have given me some much needed criticisms I thank you one and all.

Hillclimbs:
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Photo 2

Superbikes:
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Photo 4

Circuit Racing:
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Drag Racing:
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Photo 7
Photo 8

Once again thanks to all of you for your help, comments and for looking over the last year!

Looking forward to a new and improved year in 2008!

Thanks!
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Postby Bindii on Mon Dec 31, 2007 11:57 am

Some cracking images there Brett! I love that last one.. even if it was taken at the drags... *ewwww*

And Happy New Year to you too.. may all your dreams come true in 2008.. :)
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Postby dodge on Mon Dec 31, 2007 12:09 pm

Great images brett :D ....and i was there shooting at all those events with you :D


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Postby Kyle on Mon Dec 31, 2007 12:28 pm

Wonderful times Brett!! :D

Looking forward to 2008 mate 8)
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Postby Raskill on Mon Dec 31, 2007 12:47 pm

Nice mate. Number 1 is a cracker. Like the superbikes also, a classic bike image. I like the reflection in 6 also.

I know what you mean about almost giving up the photography. I went through a stage where i didn't pick the camera up for about 3 months and had no motivation. I had a lot going on in my 'real' life and it affected everything else.

I'm glad you stuck with it, and hopefully, will meet you in 2008.

Cheers mate, all the best to you and yours.
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Postby Oscar on Mon Dec 31, 2007 1:00 pm

Cracker shots Brett. Well done.

Have a wonderful 2008.
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Postby Smudge on Mon Dec 31, 2007 2:16 pm

Awesome pics Brett and one day very soon, I will get to mount cotton.

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Postby Travy on Mon Dec 31, 2007 2:33 pm

Nice work Brett,
Im suprised you made it through the year with joe by your side :lol:

love that first pic of the rexy. bet he sh!t himself :P
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Postby wazonthehill2 on Mon Dec 31, 2007 4:18 pm

You have some cracking shots.
That first one is brilliant, love to here in car commentary!!

Life loves to kick us every so often, it makes the highs and joys that much better.

What would be your "standard set" when taking motor sport shots?

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Postby MattyO on Mon Dec 31, 2007 4:33 pm

brettman, those are some awesome shots!

that first one is an absolute crakcer! as well as the superbikes shot! just so much action

well done mate! can't wait to see your 2008 review :D
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Postby bwhinnen on Wed Jan 02, 2008 8:48 am

Thanks again all, this site has been (and still is and will be) a source of inspiration to me! There are so many talented and friendly people on here all willing to help, share and offer advice, in this day and age something that is seldom seen...

Waz, not sure what you mean about a 'standard set' either, I can be a bit slow on the uptake at times :P

Cheers one and all!

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Postby wazonthehill2 on Wed Jan 02, 2008 10:49 am

By standard set I was meaning what camera and lense are your "standard " our usual one(s) that you use the the type of shots you posted.
I have a canon 40d and would like a new lense this year (none of which I can afford) but am considering a Canon 100-400 or a canon 70-200 f2.8 (and 2x converter). Just tossing up what to go for for all the general "stuff" that I do.
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Postby bwhinnen on Wed Jan 02, 2008 11:01 am

Ahh setup :)

Well I'm a Nikon shooter, but that is besides the point.

All shots above were with the 70-200 f2.8 VR and some with the 1.7TC attached. The other lens I usually use is the 18-70 kit lens from the D70, what I want is the 14-24 + 24-70 or the 17-35 f2.8 variants and a 10-20 Sigma...

For you I'd definitely recommend the 70-200 f2.8 (either IS or non) and the 1.4TC, the 2 can get a bit soft. I've not really be convinced with the push-pull 100-400, I just find it a bit clumsy and not as sharp as the 70-200 on the Canon.

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Postby CraigVTR on Wed Jan 02, 2008 12:03 pm

Some great work there Brett. Will have to meet you some day as I spend a bit of time down your way working at Mt Cotton.

Good to see you have bounced back from the challenges life throws our way from time to time.
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Postby casnell on Wed Jan 02, 2008 10:50 pm

Great shots Brett, glad you decided to keep it up.

Just need more Rally shots!

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