Ah, another photo-opportunity will arise, when my family and I go back to Subang Jaya to celebrate the 60th anniversary of my brother-in-law. Indeed, we have come a long way from the 50s; where we were born just after the Second World War. My mother and my mother-in-law tell me about the hardship, the atrocities, the fear and the hunger in the 40s. The baby boomers of the 50s are indeed a very lucky generation, despite the lack of many modern amenities.
Despite all that, we survive and thrive and arrive into the 21st century. It is an achievement for many of us, to have live and bring up the next generation. Celebrating this achievement is both meaningful and sending a message that we will continue this great journey of life.
How can I use the camera to capture this celebration? His kids have decided to hold a big dinner and ensure he has the fish which he likes on the plate. There will be a table for fourteen members and hence will be tight in space.
This environment will call for my UWA (Ultra Wide Angle) lens, the Sigma 10-20mm and I need to test that my new Pentax 540AF flash will work well with the UWA. It may still be alright to take a picture of the "fish" when it is served with a 20mm focal length. I can also try the flash in a wireless manner depending on the setting. I will see if I can get some orange gel to simulate the color rendition of the light.
If there is a family photograph, I need to ensure that there will be no light reflection from glass at the back. This is a common mistake, which happens all the time. I will bring the tripod, though I am not sure if I have enough space to set it up without the danger of it being tripped by waiters or waitresses. I don't want a very expensive gear to land up on the dirt!
I am set to bring minimum amount of gear back for this short trip. I look forward to celebrate this event with the family.
Despite all that, we survive and thrive and arrive into the 21st century. It is an achievement for many of us, to have live and bring up the next generation. Celebrating this achievement is both meaningful and sending a message that we will continue this great journey of life.
How can I use the camera to capture this celebration? His kids have decided to hold a big dinner and ensure he has the fish which he likes on the plate. There will be a table for fourteen members and hence will be tight in space.
This environment will call for my UWA (Ultra Wide Angle) lens, the Sigma 10-20mm and I need to test that my new Pentax 540AF flash will work well with the UWA. It may still be alright to take a picture of the "fish" when it is served with a 20mm focal length. I can also try the flash in a wireless manner depending on the setting. I will see if I can get some orange gel to simulate the color rendition of the light.
If there is a family photograph, I need to ensure that there will be no light reflection from glass at the back. This is a common mistake, which happens all the time. I will bring the tripod, though I am not sure if I have enough space to set it up without the danger of it being tripped by waiters or waitresses. I don't want a very expensive gear to land up on the dirt!
I am set to bring minimum amount of gear back for this short trip. I look forward to celebrate this event with the family.
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