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That's it for the studio portfolio shots. Read my next post for the Shows...
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That's it for the studio portfolio shots. Read my next post for the Shows...
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I posted a VERY lengthy thread which included the knives and people from this inaugural premier show.
Boston Art Knife Classic - The GOOD stuff...
For a look at just the knife images through my website gallery and thumbnails:
SharpByCoop Gallery - Look at them here.
Secondly, I will be returning to the NYCKS very soon, on Nov. 19, 20, and 21. All past attendees will receive a postcard announcement.
NYCKShow website
Steve D'Lack the promotor has always used his photographers to showcase the announcement postcard with the event and date, among some knives. I was sent a set of knives and asked to do my thang...
Then, because of his wish to loudly announce the change to NJ from NYC, they went with a large text-only display on both sides.
Well, here is the one that didn't get printed:
That's a Tim Herman folder, Thad Buchanan hunter, and a Thuens Prinsloo folder which will be given away as doorprizes. :thumbup:
Thanks for looking.
Coop
Boston Art Knife Classic - The GOOD stuff...
For a look at just the knife images through my website gallery and thumbnails:
SharpByCoop Gallery - Look at them here.
Secondly, I will be returning to the NYCKS very soon, on Nov. 19, 20, and 21. All past attendees will receive a postcard announcement.
NYCKShow website
Steve D'Lack the promotor has always used his photographers to showcase the announcement postcard with the event and date, among some knives. I was sent a set of knives and asked to do my thang...
Then, because of his wish to loudly announce the change to NJ from NYC, they went with a large text-only display on both sides.
Well, here is the one that didn't get printed:
That's a Tim Herman folder, Thad Buchanan hunter, and a Thuens Prinsloo folder which will be given away as doorprizes. :thumbup:
Thanks for looking.
Coop
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I posted this in the Photography Forum. I'll include it here, because it holds value to this thread, too.
First off here is a look at my indoor studio setup. (I use a similar setup at shows.)
It has a large translucent diffuser: Draftsman's Velum (acetate tracing paper), and I have (2) powerful 400ws strobes with 150w incandescent modeling lights (always on). I surround my subjects with mirrors, but the enclosure lets plenty of light 'spill off'.
Here is an example of how subtle positioning of lights can make a BIG difference in the output.
Something as reflective as this shiny folder really needs the lighting off from the sides, else you would 'blow it out'.
What we enjoy showing in blades are the accurate grinds. Here is where you have to go carefully: One size NEVER fits all when it comes to light positioning.
Lastly, I have the benefit of using one of the most advanced DSLR's in the world: The Canon EOS-5D MKII
That said, just to show how well you can work the simplest cameras, I kept the lighting the same and simply switched to my pocket digicam and changed the settings on it to suit:
It's apparent the colors on the upper shot, corrected through the camera and editing software, are not as accurate or pleasing as the lower one. That probably would have been closer, had I used a true 5500k daylight set of bulbs. Nor did I use a tripod, which, at this slow setting, would have netted even more crisp detail.
But without question, the shot itself without a comparison stands clear and displays nicely.
Camera quality is a distant third.
Coop
OK, allow me to help clarify why I chose these in this order.
First off here is a look at my indoor studio setup. (I use a similar setup at shows.)
It has a large translucent diffuser: Draftsman's Velum (acetate tracing paper), and I have (2) powerful 400ws strobes with 150w incandescent modeling lights (always on). I surround my subjects with mirrors, but the enclosure lets plenty of light 'spill off'.
Here is an example of how subtle positioning of lights can make a BIG difference in the output.
Something as reflective as this shiny folder really needs the lighting off from the sides, else you would 'blow it out'.
What we enjoy showing in blades are the accurate grinds. Here is where you have to go carefully: One size NEVER fits all when it comes to light positioning.
Lastly, I have the benefit of using one of the most advanced DSLR's in the world: The Canon EOS-5D MKII
That said, just to show how well you can work the simplest cameras, I kept the lighting the same and simply switched to my pocket digicam and changed the settings on it to suit:
It's apparent the colors on the upper shot, corrected through the camera and editing software, are not as accurate or pleasing as the lower one. That probably would have been closer, had I used a true 5500k daylight set of bulbs. Nor did I use a tripod, which, at this slow setting, would have netted even more crisp detail.
But without question, the shot itself without a comparison stands clear and displays nicely.
Camera quality is a distant third.
Coop
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A couple of years ago, I made a BUNCH of knife wallpaper/desktop images in various sizes. I used many single images instead of all montages (These type of backgrounds need empty space to fill with icons, etc.)
I can't remember ever posting them available, but they've been on my Fototime site for years.
If you like this sort of thing, have at it:
SharpByCoop Desktop/Wallpaper Images
Samples:
Another reason to shop at SharpByCoop stores.
Coop
I can't remember ever posting them available, but they've been on my Fototime site for years.
If you like this sort of thing, have at it:
SharpByCoop Desktop/Wallpaper Images
Samples:
Another reason to shop at SharpByCoop stores.
Coop
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I've been busy working my NYCKS pending shots, that I forgot I've had a few pieces I shot beforehand.
Elegance in curves:
(This one was shot by me long ago, but the team changed the backbar. Ver. 2.0)
This was so stunning I simply panned the engraving.
(A lousy screen capture of a PDF file. You get the idea.)
When I got a call from the William Henry Studio, I did my best. It's a REALLY prestigious job. That, and this ad goes into the Robb Report.
Coop
Elegance in curves:
(This one was shot by me long ago, but the team changed the backbar. Ver. 2.0)
This was so stunning I simply panned the engraving.
(A lousy screen capture of a PDF file. You get the idea.)
When I got a call from the William Henry Studio, I did my best. It's a REALLY prestigious job. That, and this ad goes into the Robb Report.
Coop
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those are some work of art knives!!
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I got SO many fine wishes in the past few days from well-meaning members on this forum. It's time to give back. <smile>
There was a rush on Push Daggers lately. Here's one that never got shown:
Some authority...
Who is Andrew Meers? I think we want to know. (Protege of J.D. Smith)
A set of cigar cutters for the VERY well-heeled.
Since we're on Joe Kious' wavelength. Check out his Dead Bug with this fresh engraver's work:
An American classic:
And an American icon:
A compulsory DH3 plug:
And a rare historical piece by Wolfe. Just sublime.
More to come.....
There was a rush on Push Daggers lately. Here's one that never got shown:
Some authority...
Who is Andrew Meers? I think we want to know. (Protege of J.D. Smith)
A set of cigar cutters for the VERY well-heeled.
Since we're on Joe Kious' wavelength. Check out his Dead Bug with this fresh engraver's work:
An American classic:
And an American icon:
A compulsory DH3 plug:
And a rare historical piece by Wolfe. Just sublime.
More to come.....
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The apple doesn't fall far from the tree...
Cute little buggers:
These have it all:
The King from 1967
A fighter bringing us up to 2010
Probably THE most sought-after engraver in the knife world
And a change of the radio station to smooth adult contemporary...
Ooops. My wife changed the station:
For the traditionalists:
For the world:
That's enough for a spell. Just a holiday sampling. Thanks for viewing.
Coop
Cute little buggers:
These have it all:
The King from 1967
A fighter bringing us up to 2010
Probably THE most sought-after engraver in the knife world
And a change of the radio station to smooth adult contemporary...
Ooops. My wife changed the station:
For the traditionalists:
For the world:
That's enough for a spell. Just a holiday sampling. Thanks for viewing.
Coop
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Nice birthday show, Coop. :thumbup: Man, do I love that Loveless!!
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