From the Photographic Object to the Image

The original object, good shapes but the colour was not working for me.

Transition to black and white and split toning in Lightroom 6- dark line on table removed with spot removel tool

Transition to black and white and split toning in Lightroom 6 -other angle and other format

Transition to black and white and split toning in Lightroom 6- opposite end

Transition to black and white and split toning in Lightroom 6- detail photo with open Aperture

All photos were taken with Canon 5D mkII and 50mm 2.5 macro lens.


Try out a few different angles and select an object not to small for the start. If you work with a tripod try small Aperture settings as well.
I could see a single photo as the result or a triptych of portrait shapes.

©Michael Herrmann 2015

Best piece of gear for photographers: Boots!

My 15 year old Brasher Hillmaster GTX after a walk in the bog

If you still do not know how to treat yourself for Christmas I would recommend to get yourself a good pair of walking boots.
Good boots will get you to all those interesting locations where you can photograph exciting landscapes or wildlife. The privileg of beeing in the wilderness depends to a certain degree on your foot wear. A good set of boots will become part of your path to freedom. When you look down from the top of a mountain or you are standing on a steep cliff think of the people who made your boots for a minute.
I would always prefer boots over shoes as you have more support and better protection if the terrain is wet or rough.
The investment seems to be a bit steep in the beginning but a good brand will last many years with a bit of care.
Remember to wear stronger socks when you try them on as walking boots need to sit not to tight on your feet.
 Some companies offer to put new soles on your boots when the first pair is worn.
Like a car we need new tyres from time to time.
Good luck with all your outdoor photography!
©Michael Herrmann 2014

Storm Damage Kells Bay Garden

Eucalyptus tree fell on garden house roof

Two trees down at the river ramble walk

Eucalyptus tree down

The storm last week did a lot of damage all over Ireland. Here are some photos of one of my beloved photo workshop locations, Kells Bay Garden.
In a matter of an hour a lot of trees were knocked down and making it rather challenging to walk trough the park.
A lot of work in the next couple weeks to clear the ways.
However very soon the first flowers starting to appear. The Camelia tree is already in blossom. Go and see the power of nature and the beauty too.
©Michael Herrmann 2014

Ancient Trees Reenroe Beach Ballinskelligs

Reenroe beach tree stump

The recent stormy weather shiftet the sand on Reenroe beach and exposed a group of ancient trees. Apperently the trees are 4000 years old. The light today encoureged me to take some detail photos of the roots and the grain of the sea washed grain.
The photos were taken with a 50 macro lens and a Canon 5d mkII
©Michael Herrmann 2014

October Light in Kerry

All photos on Reenroe Beach today

My neighbour Margaret Moran enjoying the sunshine while on the phone

All photos taken today at Reenroe Beach, Ballinskelligs, County Kerry with a 40mm lens on a Canon 5dII. I´ve used a Polarizer filter. The editing was done in Lightroom.
©Michael Herrmann 2013

First Catch At Reenroe Beach,Ballinskelligs

Photos from my first walk on Reenroe Beach 2013. More to come. See you in Kerry. All photos Canon 5dmkII, 50mm.