Aeroplane and aviation photography

Posted on Tuesday, 31st May, 2016Monday, 13th November, 2017 by GDMKImages — Leave a comment

Ted Goes Flying At Duxford

GDMK Images lucky mascot #Ted before his airshow display ride on C47 Dakota N147DC at the American Airshow 2016

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Ted Goes Flying at Duxford American Airshow 2016

We are just back from a fantastic weekend at the American Airshow at the IWM Duxford.

The American Airshow 2016 was a good event. There was lots of great flying (well the bits I got to see were very impressive). It seems the crowd numbers were down – a result of the advance ticket policy? I know a lot of people without tickets were turned away from the gates.

From our perspective it was a successful weekend despite the low crowd numbers.

I launched a new digital painting of Spitfire MkIX MK356 which was very well received by visitors.

We had a blast chatting to those visiting our art stall. Many became customers and bought something – its great to see your own personal work leaving for a new home.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ess_grid alias=”gdmk-images-art-stall-american-airshow-duxford-2016″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Ted Gets a C-47 Dakota Flight

The highlight of the event for us was Ted making a new friend called Loon. Loons guardians, Andrew and Geraldine, dropped by the stall when they saw a black and white picture for sale on our stall. It turns out it was a picture of their steed for the weekend – C47A Dakota N147DC. After a lovely chat, they invited Ted to fly in the Dakota during the display on Saturday! Well what could we say? Before we knew it Ted was off and away for his VIP trip. I am sooo jealous of that little bear!!!!

July 2016 Update – little did we know that Ted would go one better at flying legends by getting a date with B-17 Flying Fortress Sally B!![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ess_grid alias=”ted-goes-flying”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Interesting Discussion Generated

My Vulcan digital art picture is always a popular picture wherever I go. As this was our first airshow, it was particularly interesting to listen to the knowledgeable airshow photographers who stopped by. Much discussion was had on whether it was a photograph or art. Even more discussion focussed on its merits as art. Some questioned why someone would sell a badly blurred photo. Others were commending a stunning piece of aviation artwork. It was very entertaining overhearing the banter between friends when opinions differed!

I’m glad the picture does exactly what art should do – generate debate! I’ll side with those customers who bought the picture. Several versions were bought including framed, on canvas and on a wooden block, those people obviously know their art!

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Orders and Upcoming Shows

For those who placed orders, I can confirm that your orders have been processed and submitted for production. You should be hearing from the couriers over the next 10-12 days with delivery slots.

For those who missed my aviation art display, you can check out and order online from the full Aviation Gallery.

Our next airshows are

19th June Cosford
2nd & 3rd July Flywheel Festival
9th & 10th July Flying Legends

We are at various shows every weekend. We will be at Bradgate Park this weekend with a general art stall. Following this we will be taking our railway art display to the North Yorks Moors Railway 70s and Diesel Gala on 17th & 18th June.

If you will be at any of those events, come along and say hi. We love to chat!

In the meantime follow #tedontour on our social media channels to see what Ted gets up to in between shows!

Thanks for reading and please feel free to leave comments below, we love to hear from you!

All the best for now

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First Editorial Pictures Update of 2016

Night time closeup of the Sporting Success statue in Leicester

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First Editorial Pictures Update of 2016

Hi everyone, hope you are all well recovered from your Christmas and New Year festivities.

This week I have made my first major update to the Editorial Picture portfolio of 2016.

Below is a selection of the new pictures which include

Digital Art
Airplanes
Railways
City Night Scenes
Hinckleys New ‘The Crescent’ Shopping Centre

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All New Editorial Pictures Are Available From Alamy

All the new GDMK Images editorial pictures can be viewed in my New Images Lightbox on Alamy.

A full range of licensing terms are available to match your budget and project via the link above.

Thanks for looking

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What Are GDMK Images New Products?

Black leather effect and silver plated keyring. Available with any image from the GDMK Images portfolio

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GDMK Images New Products

In connection with a few behind the scenes changes, the GDMK Images brand and product range is set to significantly increase. The first noticeable change will be an increase in the products available to buy.

In the coming days you will be able to buy many new products with my photography and digital art on. These new products will include

3 types of keyring
notebooks
fridge magnets
yo-yo’s
mugs
travel mugs
tote bags
adult and childrens t-shirts
plus many more new products to be announced …

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GDMK Images Event Stall

The second change will be the increased visibility of the GDMK Images event stall. The stall is now booked to attend 20+ events between now and Christmas including

Game & Country fair at Newark Showground
Festive Gift Show at Newark Showground
Derby Night Market
Lichfield Gift Market
Rothley Antique and Gift Fair
Hatton Shopping Village Christmas Market
Great Central Railway Santa Steam Days

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Why The Changes?

The changes are for many reasons, but the predominant change was the success of the Summer Events stall. My wife had the crazy idea to take my art out to a couple of summer events with our good friends at Alizzins Cave. The reception, feedback and demand to my work was overwhelming. In short, as a result of the success of the event stall, she has taken the marketing and product range to a whole new height.

GDMK Images is primarily about supplying wall art and editorial stock imagery. The photography and creating digital art will remain my focus and will still be the central focus of GDMK Images. My wife will be taking the photographic and digital art and marketing it as unique gifts through the website and at events around the country.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

New Wall Art Rental Service

With the changes, now seems a good idea to announce the imminent launch of the GDMK Images wall art rental scheme. Very shortly, both home owners and businesses, will be able to rent wall art from GDMK Images for very affordable rates. The details will be revealed in full in the coming weeks, but essentially you will be able to rent some exceptional wall art with prices starting from £4.95 per month.

With all the changes happening, why not subscribe to the GDMK Images newsletter? You will get a heads up on all the news, a 10% discount against purchases and subscriber only discounts and offers.

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Kid Sized T-shirts Now Available

Kids Vulcan bomber digital art design on a white t shirt

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Kid Sized T-shirts Now Available

The GDMK Images range of t-shirts were successfully launched at our stall at the Shackerstone family festival. The designs were very well received and sold well. Many of you asked about the availability of the designs in childrens sizes.

I am pleased to announce that both the Class 50 and Vulcan aeroplane digital art tshirts are now available in the following childrens sizes –

3-4 years
5-6 years
7-8 years

The kid sized t-shirts are priced at £12.50 plus 3.50 p&p or available to collect free from Alizzins Cave on Rugby Road in Hinckley. Please let me know in advance if intending to collect from Alizzins Cave.[/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2635,2641″ img_size=”medium”][vc_column_text]

New T-shirt Designs On The Way

More of my digital art images will be available as t-shirts over the coming weeks. Keep checking back or why not subscribe and get a 10% discount voucher and be alerted as soon as new designs are released?

GDMK Images will be at the Classic Car Show in Hinckley on Sunday 20th September so why not come along and say Hi and see the T-shirts in person.

Thanks for reading and I look forward to seeing you on Sunday

Cheers

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12 New Images Added To Wall Art Portfolio

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12 New Images Added to Wall Art Portfolio

I have added 12 new images to various wall art categories this morning.

The pictures feature the following subjects

Red Arrows
LMS Ivatt, GWR and Southern Bulleid Steam locos
British Rail Class 40 Diesel locos
Flowers
Belgian Air Force F-16
Black and white railway scenes

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New Images Available on Your Choice of Mounting

All the pictures in my wall art portfolios can be mounted on your choice of wall art product –

framed
wooden block
acrylic block
metallic
mobile phone case

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Cheers

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New GDMK Images T-Shirts

Vulcan bomber digital art design on a black t shirt

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New GDMK Images T-Shirts

Last weekend saw the official launch of the new GDMK Images t-shirts at the Shackerstone Family Festival.

There are currently 3 t-shirt designs available.

The first design features my extremely popular Vulcan Bomber digital painting. This image features a Vulcan Bomber taking off in a rainstorm.

This design is available on a Heather Grey or plain Black t-shirt.

The second design is available in white only and features English Electric Class 50 loco 50049 Defiance.

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T-Shirt Sizes and Pricing

The t-shirts are available in sizes S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL and are priced at £25 + £3.50 p&p (optionally avoid p&p by collecting from Alizzins Cave)*.

For those who were enquiring at the Shackerstone Festival about the availability of childrens sizes, I can confirm that childrens sizes will be added very shortly so keep checking back for details.

The range of designs will be increased slowly over the coming weeks.

Thanks for reading and let me know what you think about the new designs

Cheers

Gary

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Aviation Editorial Stock Collection Updated

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Aviation Editorial Stock Collection Updated

A new batch of editorial aviation images have been uploaded to both my Alamy and Picfair stock photo portfolios.

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Featured Aircraft Types and Airlines

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]The additions focus on aircraft movements at Manchester Airport and feature many of the aircraft types regularly seen passing through Manchester such as

Airbus A320
Airbus A330
Airbus A380
Boeing 737
Boeing 747
Boeing 757
Boeing 777

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British Airways
Emirates
Jet 2
Qatar Airways
Thomson
Thomas Cook
Virgin Atlantic

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A small selection of the added pictures are shown below. All images are available for licensing on varying terms at both Alamy and Picfair.

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See My Aviation Editorial Stock Photography

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See My Aviation Wall Art

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New Aeroplane Images Added to Editorial Stock Collection

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New Aeroplane Images in Editorial Collection

I am in the process of uploading a new batch of plane pictures taken at various locations across the UK.

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Featured Aircraft Types and Airlines

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]The additions include images of both commercial and military aircraft of the following types

Airbus A380
Boeing 737
Boeing 747
Boeing 777
Boeing 787 Dreamliner
DHC Dash 8
Bae Hawk
F-16

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Airlines and military operators featured in the new editorial stock photos include

Aeromexico
British Airways
Etihad Airways
Flybe
Kuwait Airways
Qatar Airways
Royal Brunei Airlines
RAF Red Arrows
Belgian Air Force

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All images are available for licensing on varying terms at both Alamy and Picfair.

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See My Aviation Editorial Stock Photography

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See My Aviation Wall Art

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Aircraft Photography Tips Part 3 – Why Use Shutter Priority Mode?

Shutter priority selected on a Nikon D7200 camera mode selector dial

Why Use Shutter Priority Mode in aviation photography?

Here is the third instalment in my aircraft photography tips series. If you have missed the first 2 parts then follow the links below to catch up.

Aircraft photography tips part 1 looked at cameras and lenses

Aircraft photography tips part 2 looked at camera modes and discussed exposure basics

Part 2 finished with a bit of a conundrum. Does shutter priority mode have a use for aircraft photography? Well, worry not, all will be explained below.

So far we have looked at how to maximise the shutter speed to avoid blurred images caused by camera shake. A higher shutter speed in theory brings with it a sharper image and reduces the effects of camera shake. Beginners in aviation photography should be aiming for around 1/1000th of a second to minimise the chances of blur through camera shake.

I am now going to turn everything we have discussed on its head. In some cases a lower shutter speed is necessary. I will show in certain circumstances you should limit the shutter speed to a maximum of 1/250th of a second. It seems a little strange to now be discussing the use of slower shutter speeds – why?

Look at the image below and you will soon see why……..

Can you see the problem?

The high shutter speed has frozen the movement of the propellers. This creates the impression the C130 Hercules aircraft is hanging in the sky.

This is not a good look and exactly why shutter priority mode should be used.

High shutter speeds are generally desirable BUT in certain situations you should choose a slower speed to realistically convey the scene.

I suggest you restrict shutter priority mode in aviation photography to when your subject is a propeller powered aircraft or when you want to show movement.

Shutter priority mode is most useful where you want to convey movement.

Look at the images below …..

Flybe Dash 8 turboprop aeroplane landing into spring evening light — Propellor aircraft conveying prop blur

Do you think the propellers look more natural?

High shutter speeds are generally desirable BUT in certain circumstances you need a slower speed to correctly convey the scene

For propeller aircraft you should convey the turning movement of the props. It is a far more realistic look and will give your aircraft photos increased realism.

To achieve a realistic looking propeller blur, you should choose a shutter speed of around 1/250th of a second or lower.

You will find a bit of trial and error with shutter speeds is necessary to establish a realistic look to the propellers.

slower shutter speed = more blur
higher shutter speed = less blur.

Also bear in mind that different aircraft types have different propeller rotation speeds. You will need to choose different shutter speeds to convey a particular ‘look’ depending on the aircraft type.

Helicopters can be a real challenge as the rotors turn much slower. You should select a maximum shutter speed of around 1/160th of a second to capture a realistic rotor blur.

With such low shutter speeds you will need to use good camera handling technique. Good camera handling technique will help reduce camera shake when using low shutter speeds.

Part 4 of the series will look in depth will look at camera handling.

There has been some pretty heavy stuff in this series of posts. Take time to read and understand the discussions. When you put the theory into practice you should see an improvement in your aircraft photography.

A quick summary then

aim for shutter speeds of 1/1000th of a second to reduce the risk of blur through camera shake
convey movement by using shutter priority mode to select a lower shutter speed
a high shutter speed results in stationary propellers – not a good look
lower shutter speed brings a greater sense of movement
lower shutter speeds increase the risk of camera shake

In part 4, I will discuss some techniques to overcome some of the more demanding aspects of aircraft photography.

I will look at good camera handling technique including –

holding your camera and lens
your stance and posture
how body movement can affect the end photo.

I will also look at some advanced camera and lens features to further help and improve your aircraft photography.

Thanks for reading this post and I hope you have found something of use. I would love to hear your comments and feedback on the content above. It would be great to see any images you get using the techniques discussed in this post.

If you want to discuss any of the details in more depth then don’t hesitate to give me a shout

Cheers

Gary

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GDMK Images News Update Feb-March 2015

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GDMK Website Latest News

Here is a quick update on what’s new in regard to this website.

A lot of time has been spent tweaking the user interface and aesthetics of the site. The aim is for visitors to quickly see whats new and easily get to the section of interest whether that be my portfolios, location reports or news.

I have been reviewing and updating some old photography technique posts that were posted several years ago on an old blog of mine. The updated articles will be posted here in due course following a general tidy up of the content and updating any technical or product information to reflect newly released equipment.

The first series focuses on aircraft photography – here is the link to part 1 of the series which looks at cameras and lenses. The original series of posts featured 4 parts and discusses cameras, lenses, camera modes and various useful aircraft photography techniques.

I am quite intrigued by the release of the Nikon D7200 and have been mulling over the likelihood of ever seeing a Nikon D400 to replace the classic Nikon D300 camera.

Both the stock photo and wall art photo portfolios are expanding with new and varied content. The new additions feature many different subjects as shown below.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][mpc_vc_grid id=”819″ columns=”5″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

A selection of the latest stock photos

A random selection of latest new photos added to my stock photography portfolio. Use the categories above to see all the latest additions in each category.[/vc_column_text][vc_media_grid element_width=”3″ gap=”1″ filter_size=”md” include=”843,842,841,840,839,829,830,828″ grid_id=”vc_gid:1551114352315-19777b50-27eb-3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][mpc_vc_grid id=”902″ columns=”5″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

A random selection of the latest wall art pictures.

A random selection of latest new photos added to my portfolio can be seen below..[/vc_column_text][vc_media_grid element_width=”3″ gap=”1″ filter_size=”md” include=”888,1730,1733,1734,1719,1732,1793″ grid_id=”vc_gid:1551114352325-a42776b2-df60-7″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Thanks for taking the time to read this update and look at my portfolio updates. Please feel free to leave any comments about the site layout and fuctionality, portfolios or anything else that comes to mind.

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