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Karoo Impressions (11)
 
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 By: Joggie van Staden  
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Photographer Joggie van Staden  Joggie van Staden {Karma:41700}
Project #23 Objects Camera Model Nikon D200
Categories Abstracts
Still Life
Film Format
Portfolio Abstracts
Still life
Lens Nkon 18-135mm
Uploaded 7/3/2008 Film / Memory Type Lexar  1GB
    ISO / Film Speed 400
Views 1022 Shutter
Favorites Aperture f/
Critiques 16 Rating
6.46
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Location City -  Beaufort West
State -  NORTHERN CAPE
Country - South Africa   South Africa
About Ellis Bicycle Shop - Beaufort West. I stayed over in Beaufort West in the Karoo for several days and spent some time walking around in this very typical Karoo town. I came upon probably the most interesting shop I ever visited. This bicycle repair shop was handed down to Martin Ellis from his father who got it from his father. On the racks and hanging from the walls are tools and things put there by Martin's grandfather. He told me he dont even dust it - he leaves it as is - a kind of living museum. He utilises the rest of the available space which I can assure you is over-full!. There is something of everything. This is just a sample of the many pliers and second-hand tools. The wall-paper was applied by his grandfather.

During fieldwork last year (2007), I spent quite a while in the Karoo and never had the time to really do anything with the photos I took. This is one of a series which I will update over time. As in the Karoo itself, one needs space and time to contemplate on its expanse, beauty and impact on yourselve. So I would like to introduce you slowly over time to one of the most captivating areas of South Africa - so often overlooked by tourism in favour of the dramatic and immediate splendour of so many other beautiful sights here. The beauty of the Karoo lies deeper than the skin - it needs time spent there to appreciate the vast expanses, the colours, natural textures and contrasts and even more the people.
The Karoo grows on you as you spend time there, I just hope my photographs can do some justice to the place.
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There are 16 Comments in 1 Pages
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Stan Ciszek Stan Ciszek   {K:56854} 7/18/2008
It is amazing shot and about,Joggie.
Stan.

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Nick Karagiaouroglou Nick Karagiaouroglou   {K:127263} 7/8/2008
A very original subject for a shot, Joggie! The overall look is really "old", or "used" if you like. I think that the darker hues together with the scratches and the wood of the background add much to that. Especially that certain color of aged metal surfaces.

I guess that the chosen composition wasn't your absolute favorite too, but when something can't be rearranged we just try to get the best of it. And here I guess too that this was not as easy because of the many too many tools so near to each other. So the bottom is too full for me especially in comparison to the op, but the main series of tools is quite nice for a capture. The contrast of the very detailed tools themselves to the even older looking wood of the background is also strong for me.

Cheers!

Nick

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M S M S   {K:9123} 7/7/2008
Wonderful image with beautiful tones and light. An amazing collection of pliers.
Regards,
M.

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Michele Carlsen Michele Carlsen   {K:146013} 7/6/2008
Hi Joggie - this image grew right one ME fast !

Not kidding You - I love it and I love your about !

Michele~

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Doyle D. Chastain Doyle D. Chastain   {K:101119} 7/6/2008
Joggie! How cool is this? Just not what I expected from you but OH so cool! The atmosphere and feel in this shot is perfect!

Regards,
Doyle I <~~~~~

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Mohsen Bayramnejad Mohsen Bayramnejad   {K:21377} 7/6/2008
so much nice and yep, artistic!
Bravo!

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Peter De Rycke Peter De Rycke   {K:41212} 7/3/2008
Wonderful .. i like the tones and light in this scene, really attractive !!

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Manu    Manu     {K:13082} 7/3/2008
Very good choice using the natural light......adds to the "oiliness" of the subject matter....well done

Manu

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Shirley D. Cross-Taylor Shirley D. Cross-Taylor   {K:173998} 7/3/2008
What a great still life, Joggie! Well seen!:)

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aZiZ aBc aZiZ aBc   {K:28345} 7/3/2008
I like it very much.

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Avi  Avi     {K:70138} 7/3/2008
Perfect for the project. Lovely work, Joggie :)

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Mitra Nademi-Nassari Mitra Nademi-Nassari   {K:28234} 7/3/2008
You're welcome my friend. Looking forward to see more of your trip to Karoo.

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Joggie van Staden Joggie van Staden   {K:41700} 7/3/2008
Thanks Mitra - how he finds anything in that shop is a miracle (will show in a later upload). The light is from the window - very dark, had to use high ISO as a flash would ruin the atmosphere and character. Thanks for your comment!
Joggie

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Hussam AL_ Khoder   {K:79545} 7/3/2008
Absolutely perfectly done!

Have a good day.

7/7

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Gregory McLemore Gregory McLemore   {K:35129} 7/3/2008
You sure made tools look artistic, very creative.

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Mitra Nademi-Nassari Mitra Nademi-Nassari   {K:28234} 7/3/2008
Beautiful indeed Joggie. Seems like a well organized person with everything in their order in the shop or garage! :)) The colors are awesome so as the light.

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