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Camera and lighting trick, they are actually not low light, they are fast shutter speed...
I used a manual focus & my Fstop set to 2.8 - 3.2 (open lens) depending on zoom - using a macro zoom lens with the light meter set for spot and make sure to turn continuous to OFF (so I can pick and HOLD different lighting by aiming in either the shadows or into the highlights or anywhere in between until I get the contrast levels I am seeking.)

There are (6) 4 foot tubes in 2700k 5000k and 6000k color wavelengths (warm, cool, and daylight) (2) 8 foot tubes - Plus spot. The second picture below shows the different bulb colors in the reflection.

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-9...04%2520144.jpg

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2...04%2520129.jpg



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I set my camera to bracket my photos almost every time I pick it up. (what ever exposure time I choose the camera shoots PLUS one overexposed and one underexposed) 3 shots every shutter click. Sometimes there are details you can't pick up that you would like to be able to see.

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Thanks for the [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/scholar.gif[/img] James. Good stuff. So that's what a bracket photo is. Love this stuff. So much to learn! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/laugh.gif[/img]

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James - On the subject of &quot;bracket photo&quot;, what is the advantage of it over manipulating a single digital photo with software (i.e. photoshop)?

thanks

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Wow, that Z looks stunning. Love that shot of the grill and Z/28 emblem.

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mockingbird812</div><div class="ubbcode-body">James - On the subject of &quot;bracket photo&quot;, what is the advantage of it over manipulating a single digital photo with software (i.e. photoshop)?

thanks </div></div>

Photoshop is a modern day dark room if the image is too over exposed or too under exposed you still won't get the definition in the shadows or highlights they will be washed out or dark. Bracketing allows you multiple shots in slightly different light levels, the more you can choose from the more likely you are to get the shot.

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Outstanding. Thanks!

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I shoot close to 100+ frames almost every time I take the camera out sometimes 1000, different F stops, slightly different angles. The mistake most people make with photography is being stingy with the shutter... with digital photos you no longer have to worry about film and developing costs... shoot away.

For photography classes in art school we were required to turn in 100 negs for every finished printed Photo...the professor wanted us to get used to shooting everywhere.

I had no idea I had even got this photo until I looked later, the bee flew in an out while the camera was knocking out photos...

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-J...920_BEEE_2.jpg

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Wow, beautiful picture.

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Does that car ever look nice. I bet you're elated. Endura is icing on the cake.

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i love those endura bumpers nice work

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mockingbird812</div><div class="ubbcode-body">James - On the subject of &quot;bracket photo&quot;, what is the advantage of it over manipulating a single digital photo with software (i.e. photoshop)?

thanks </div></div>

Sam,

Most modern day DSLR's have the bracekting function. Heck, even my 2004 Fuji had it. All you do is have to program it. In the old days (Like James says) it was much more expensive to bracket your photos (film costs). The more pictures that you shoot, the better chances are that you'll get the right one.

HDR photography is a form of bracketing as well, the middle and higher end DSLR cameras take one over exposed, one under exposed and one correctly exposed shot and combines them. Read HERE

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[img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img] Thanks Sensei!!!!

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What a hot looking Camaro!

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Didn't like the ride height of the original springs, they were sagging badly, purchased Bob Harris's springs... looks perfect to me!

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-S...o/100_3503.JPG

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-U...o/100B3523.JPG

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Looks real good to me! I think right on.

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Just unreal man.

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Is that an original Endura?

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Fits way too well not to be!

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I have to say there are some pretty interesting and funny comments in this thread. First of all the car is absolutely gorgeous!!! I applaud you for not adding the cowl hood and spoilers. Most people (those who THINK they know it all) would've added those items and say all '69 Zs would/should have them. I love the &quot;natural look&quot; of the early cars with the flat hoods---very unassuming. Second, back on page 6 some funny quotes were made concerning aftermarket items. Truthfully, I think I agree for the most part---usually the makers think &quot;close is good enough&quot; AND the makers are NOT the installers and couldn't give a crap whether the stuff fits or not. There are a few private guys making parts and since those parts aren't mass produced and since those guys ARE the installers THOSE PARTS FIT!!! Some of the repro stuff is in it's third and later generation of production which sometimes helps and sometimes doesn't.
GREAT CAR!!! Congratulations!!!

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The coolest thing about this car is the fact that James is driving it under its own power for the first time since 1973. 1973! Just a beautiful car, a real purist's Z.

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I am grateful to have had so many survivors and original cars to study during this restoration. The caliber of restored cars has steadily increased thanks in large part to the internet and sites such as this!

Thanks Yenko.net!

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I really like the look of the Goodyears and am really tempted to get some. My '69 has OEM springs and sits very nice to me, but just doesn't have the same personality without those Bias Plys..... Charlie

https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...120-69_z28.jpg

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wow it sure came out great. the firewall color looks dead nuts too. it was fun watching the build and good to see you are almost done nice job the paint looks Deeeep just how i like it.

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Stunning car!congrats!

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The goodyears really make a car,ride not that great but the look makes up for it.

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Really liking the no cowl hood and no spoiler.Congrats

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The car looks awesome! And as some have stated.... the tires help make it! The ride may not be what a radial is, but it is accurate to how they rode back in the day!

I love the deep reflection out of your paint! Mirror with a blue tint!

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Absolutely first class job, James! This car is stunning.