Articles from July, 2011

Late Snowmelt: Mt. Rainier

Written on July 26, 2011 Posted in Photography Locations


Late Snowmelt at Mt. Rainier: Pentak 645D, Pentax-A 645 75mm f/2.8. Below Mt. Rainier is Tipsoo Lake, just beginning to thaw.

Please click on images to see larger versions. I’ve been up to Mt. Rainier a few times this year, most recently last weekend.  Snow and ice are still plentiful, with wildflowers unlikely to bloom at all in the meadows.  Summer, in general, has been pretty nonexistent so far in Seattle and surrounding areas.  However, a late (or no) thaw does have some photographic advantages.  I hope you enjoy these two shots.

Unnamed Waterfall: Panasonic G3, Panasonic 14-45 f/3.5-5.6. Found this nice cascade by the side of the road.

  • 6 Comments

Ann: so beautiful!

Barb Michieli: My MOST FAVORITE mountain on earth!!! Thanks for bringing it "closer" to me, Dr. Thapa :)

Karen: I hope this finds you well. : ) These are breathtaking, as usual. : ) I wish I were at that waterfall..... Thank you for sharing...

linda: the late sun on the mt. and the reflections in the stream....captures it all. thank you. [will you be at Bellevue Arts this next weekend?]

Sally Allison: I love both of these shots so much! I saw Linda's comment asking if you will be at Bellevue Arts Festival. I don't know how I became your fan, but I would like to know if you sell your work!

Three Bears Lodge: Love the photo! We posted your link to our facebook page today: https://www.facebook.com/ThreeBearsLodge Would love to see some more Rainier photos from you!


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Speechless in Seattle

Written on July 10, 2011 Posted in Photography Locations


The Emerald City in Monochrome - View from the Space Needle: Pentax 645D, Pentax-A 645 45mm f/2.8

Please click on images to see larger versions. We’ve had some wonderful weather in Seattle recently.  I hope those of you living here have been able to enjoy it.  I’ve been out and about, snapping pictures left and right…well, perhaps it’s a little more involved than just “snapping.”  Anywho, here are a few scenes from my favorite city.  Enjoy!

Kerry Park Magic: Pentax 645D, Pentax DFA 645 55mm f/2.8

Alki on my Mind: Pentax 645D, Pentax DFA 645 55mm f/2.8

A View from the Water Tower - Volunteer Park: Pentax K-5, Pentax DA* 50-135mm f/2.8

Needle in a Building Stack - View from Smith Tower: Pentax K-5, Pentax DA* 50-135mm f/2.8

Sound Vessel - View from Smith Tower: Pentax K-5, Pentax DA* 16-50mm f/2.8

Daydream: Leica M9, Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1

The Art of Imitation - Pike Place Market: Panasonic Lumix LX-5

Gone Fishin': Leica M9, Zeiss Biogon T* 35mm f/2.0 ZM

  • 5 Comments

Bev: Yes, I did enjoy then; especially the child enjoying the view.

linda: I'm housebound after hospital stay. You've allowed me to feel I haven't missed my 'favorite city' in some of its gloriousness. Water Tower shot, portraits, all amazing. Thank you!

linda lin: wow! i am total speechless!!!! the needle is my fav. the pics r all so sharp!!!!!!!!!

Steve: Wonderful. The monochrome of the city almost looked infrared.

Rachael: I love the monochrome emerald city with those cool clouds!


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Over the Top: Happy B-Day, America!

Written on July 5, 2011 Posted in Photography Locations


Fireworks Over Lake Union: Pentax K-5, Pentax DA* 16-50mm f/2.8

Please click on the image to see a larger version. I had a wonderful vantage point for this year’s fireworks show over Lake Union.  The skies were crystal clear; the weather was pleasantly cool; and the light show was probably the best I’ve ever witnessed.  Wow!  I hope you enjoy this shot.

  • 10 Comments

Kristie: This is totally awesome!

chris: Really cool shot, a lot there. Didn't see the fireworks, so photo makes up for that. f/2.8--I assume that's wide open for your camera. Fast Shutter speed???

Steve: Wonderful! It was unusual because you captured the barge and the city...not just the display.

Bev: Awesome, you really make the fireworks come alive.

JoAnn: Love it Mahesh!!!!!!!! J

Sally Allison: You MUST enter this in some contest! This is the best fireworks shot I have ever seen!

Spoorthy: Actually it was probably a very slow shutter speed right?

--> Mahesh: Thanks everyone! I left the shutter open (bulb mode) and had a black card infront of the lens. Every time I saw a burst, I let the card down for a fraction of a second. That's how I was able to capture so many bursts on a single exposure.


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