Richard Hamilton Photography» Beach

Man-Maid

Richard — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 20:00:21 +0000

Two days ago I blogged about the Man-Maid cardboard boat (it was the photo with the boat riding off into the sunset). From the sunset photo, you could not actually see the boat. Today’s photo is of the same boat gliding along the water while the men take photos of the ladies (i.e. refer to the man in top left corner (who’s position reminds me of an otter ).

Strobist information: Canon 5D Mark II, 85mm f/1.2L II, Natural Light and 2500 ISO. It is quite amazing when you thick the photo was shot in near darkness at 2500 ISO and I have not applied any noise reduction!

Playing in the Sand

Richard — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:00:45 +0000

While Brigitte and I were walking to the Iron Shore to watch the Cayman sunset, I noticed this little boy playing in the sand. It was interesting watching him as he was entertaining himself with no toys; it was just him, the sand and the gentle swaying of the waves which washed away his creations and provided him with a fresh start.

Strobist Information: Canon 5D Mark II, 24 mm f1.2L, Natural light

A Sunset Row in a Cardboard Boat

Richard — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 01:15:17 +0000

Yes, the title is correct, what you see is a cardboard boat with three rowers. What is even more amazing, is that the cardboard boat raced on Saturday (21st November 2009) and was still going strong the next day!

The team of Man-Made finished a very respectable 3rd in the Cayman Islands Pirates Boat Race.

Strobist Information: Canon 5D Mark II, 24mm f/1.2L, Natural Light.

Hammock at the Beach

Richard — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:00:32 +0000

There is nothing quite like resting in a hammock on the Seven Mile Beach in the Cayman Islands. I just love the colors in this photo.

Strobist Information: Canon 5D Mark II, 85mm f/1.2L, Natural Light.

In his arms

Richard — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:00:15 +0000

After the ceremony we were taking photos are the iron shore. There was an area of sand which we wanted to shoot in, but as seen in this photo, it was a bit of a rough walk to get into. The Groom, being the gentleman he is, picked up the Bride and carried her over the rough area.

Strobist Information: Canon 5D Mark II, 85mm f/1.2L and SB900 through a white umbrella using Pocket Wizards

The Newlyweds in Black and White

Richard — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 13:00:58 +0000

This photo was taken shortly after the ceremony as the Newlyweds took a few moments to relax on the beach and enjoy the moment. Simone and Pierre both looked absolutely radiant and extremely happy together. I wish them all the best.

Strobist Information: Canon 5D Mark II, 85mm f/1.2L, Flash – 580 EX II, Gary Fong Diffuser.

A Bride in Action

Richard — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:00:01 +0000

The Bride was pouring Champagne when a comment was made and I was fortunate to capture her expression.

Strobist: Canon 5D Mark II, 85mm f/1.2L Natural Light.

A Handsome Groom

Richard — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:00:31 +0000

This photo of Pierre was taken after the wedding ceremony as he was enjoying his a glass of champagne and talking to friends and family. I have discussed this before, people take absolute great photos when you are not posing them. One of the things I try very hard to do is to blend into the background and let people forget that I am even there taking photos.

Strobist Information: Canon 5D Mark II, 85mm f/1.2L, Natural Light.

Making it Official

Richard — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:00:14 +0000

Simone and Pierre signing the marriage certificate and making it official.

Strobist Information: Canon 5D Mark II, 85mm f/1.2, Natural Light.

A Tight Fitting Wedding Ring

Richard — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:00:48 +0000

I have seen it happen before, no matter how much you plan, sometimes that ring just will not go on very easily. I love Simone’s face expression as she “slides” the tight fitting wedding ring on.

Strobist Information: Canon 5D Mark II, 85mm f/1.2L, Natural Light. Ceremony