Richard Solar Photography

Been a while

2011-12-22T17:52:00.000-08:00

Guess that it's been a while since I've posted any photos. So for the mean time, I am going to put a few that my Facebook friend have seen, and the rest of you can enjoy.

Mendocino After the storm

2011-03-06T05:11:00.000-08:00

These are just a few photos that I shot during my visit to Mendocino, Ca. just after the winter storms here. A very peaceful town to visit.

A nice cool morning on the Sonoma Coastline.

2010-06-28T06:18:00.000-07:00

Just Shots

2010-04-03T19:53:00.000-07:00

Capturing Light.

Capturing Tranquility

2010-03-08T11:23:00.000-08:00

Not much to say here. Just happen to take the camera out for a spin and see what I could capture for the day.

Pt Reyes National Seashore

2010-02-15T10:24:00.000-08:00

While traveling out towards the coast, we happen to come across a rare scene for us. A herd of Tule Elk, which gave me a chance to pull over on the side of the road and take out my camera for a couple of shots. On the other side of the road is a historic Dairy Ranch from the 1850's, which is still in full operation.

A Breather From The Christmas Rush...

2009-12-15T09:03:00.000-08:00

Petaluma Basin

2009-05-29T05:40:00.000-07:00

Early Sunday morning walk, that gave me a new sight into the Petaluma Basin. A peaceful serenity that is not seen during the daytime. The river runs adjacent to the downtown area, with plenty of visual sights.

Scenic Views of San Francisco

2009-05-23T09:16:00.000-07:00

Still Finding some of the history around San Francisco, Walking around the city still brings back feelings of the past. Some of you may recognize these sites, and some may have never seen them before.

Pier 39 Boardwalk, overcast day in the city.

Port of San Francisco, Ferry Building. Now with Shops and Restaurants.

Southern Pacific Building, Shown for its Architecture.

View of the Skyline from Coit Tower.

A zoomed in view of the skyline from Coit Tower.

San Francisco, California

2009-01-27T07:58:00.000-08:00

Early morning photos of San Francisco, as viewed from the city itself. Working with a hazy morning light, this gave me a challenge of trying to capture the bright lights and the dark shadows.

Working with Light

2009-01-15T07:42:00.001-08:00

I have given myself some lighting challenges, on this assignment. Trying to get all the shades starting from black and ending up with white. Since working with digital is some what different than print film, I am finding it a real challenge and at the same time an enjoyment in the process.

Part 2 of Early morning light

2009-01-15T07:13:00.000-08:00

Since Blogspot is limited to the amount of the memory for photos, here is page two of Sausalito, California. Architecture on an early morning sunrise.

Early Morning Light

2009-01-15T07:07:00.000-08:00

Sausalito, California.
A View of and early morning sunrise of the Architecture in Sausalito.

Sonoma Coastal Scene

2008-12-15T07:32:00.000-08:00

Just Images of the Sonoma, California Coastal area. A Calm peaceful setting.

Shadows and Light

2008-12-14T05:28:00.000-08:00

This is the calm before the storm that never happened. Capturing light in the sky to show the different tones of light is one of my challenges. With Black and White I am able to see more intensity in the image than I would with color.

Clouds in the foreground being shadowed by ones above, causing the intense effect in the image.

Stinson Beach, California

2008-09-29T09:48:00.000-07:00

A calm overcast day in Stinson Beach, California. A Relaxing tranquil town just morth of the Golden Gate Bridge .

The view of Stinson Beach, on the road up to Mount Tamalpais.

Nature and Still Life

2008-05-25T21:25:00.000-07:00

What can I say, I just like to photograph nature and capture images that give me a feeling of serenity.

Just looking at an old abandoned building is not a great sight. But when nature takes over, it can turn that old building into something beautiful. (Sunset Silk and Twine Bldg in Petaluma, Ca.)

Inlet to Tomales Bay, in Marin County, California.

Nature

2008-04-02T06:22:00.000-07:00

These are just a few outdoor photos taken on my last vacation. It's natures creative way of plant growth, and the beauty that develops within. I'm not much of a writer, but I hope that the photos express my feelings for nature.

Natures Art

2008-03-03T18:26:00.001-08:00

Just Decided to add some nature photos this time, for a change of pace.

I'll call this one Reflection.

I was able to capture this one in real subtle tones.

And finally what may seem like an ugly stump, turns out to be an old growth vine. For some reason it just draws you in and gives you an illusion of some kind of alien or something unexplained.

Going Back in Time

2008-03-03T10:46:00.000-08:00

Having the opportunity to see period furnishings in their actual environment is one thing, being able to capture them with a camera is another. Considering the only light that is available is coming from a window or a 40watt light bulb, it brings me a challenge to capture these images with long exposures and a steady hand. These rooms and furnishings are from the 1850's and were owned by General Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, one of the original large land grant owners in Sonoma County, California.

Playing with Light

2008-02-21T05:25:00.000-08:00

Both photos were taken just before sunrise with the technique of "Painting with light". This is a process that I haven't done in a long time, I have forgotten how much fun it is to do and what an intense image I get from this process.

Oh, by the way, these are all taken in the dark. and no computer enhancement has been done to any of these photos.

An Early Morning Winter Sunrise

2008-02-12T07:10:00.000-08:00

It just happen to be one of those mornings after filing my taxes, that I got a chance to enjoy this beautiful sunrise. I have found it to be a rare sight for me to get this lighting and view at the same time. Or maybe I just need to be getting up a 5:00 am to be on the road for these shots. Hope you enjoy them... R.

Beached

2008-02-10T20:03:00.000-08:00

I decided to call this post "Beached" for the obvious reason. due to the time of day some of the photos have a higher constrast. Since I don't do any enhancements through the computer, I work with the exposure of the camera.

By the way, this little gal just happen to be around a cove and to my surprise was very patient having her photo taken. I figure her to be in the 800 to 1000 pound range and about 15 to 20 feet away from me.

Northern California Calm

2008-02-01T06:21:00.001-08:00

From Sunrise to midmorning, these shots were taken after the flooding in some of the Sonoma County area. Just wanted to show the tranquility and beauty of what comes after a storm. Not all is Bad.

If shot in color these photos would have looked nice, but I enjoy the intesity of Black and White. I seem to notice more beauty in the images and nature tends to have a whole different feeling to me.

The Golden Gate

2007-11-26T10:42:00.000-08:00

After several early morning visits, nature decided to give me a rare clear view of The Golden Gate.

A Foggy Day

2007-11-19T11:26:00.000-08:00

A quiet early morning drive to encounter nature at its finest time.

Valley of the Moon at Sunset

2007-11-05T10:48:00.000-08:00

Along a single lane twisty road, this view came into focus. Overlooking the hills of Glen Ellen, California. The mountain scenery gave me a clear tranquil view of what my image of Sonoma is all about.

Mystery Movie

2007-10-30T07:33:00.000-07:00

Can you name what famous movie these buildings are from and what town they are located in?

Mendocino, California

2007-10-24T06:44:00.000-07:00

After sorting through the amount of photos taken that day, I ended up with these two that stood out for me. With the coastal fog just hoovering above the hill side, it gave a eerie look to the landscape. A tranquil or should I say a very peaceful feeling.

Navarro Vineyards, Mendocino, California.

Architecture

2007-10-10T06:59:00.000-07:00

Photos taken during a fall sunrise. Have found myself interested in the form and detail of buildings. I am looking around more, so that I don't repeat a lot of the same imagery.

Petaluma, Ca. river and marsh

2007-09-21T09:37:00.000-07:00

Shollenberger Park river walk is located in the city of Petaluma, California. I found this to be a very tranquil and beautiful area for nature photography. I limit the number of photos per posting, that way your able to view them on a larger format when you click on them.

Isolation

2007-09-15T16:36:00.000-07:00

I guess that you can say that the photos speak for themselves. (Isolation) Found in many areas along my trip.

Spiritual Light

2007-09-10T22:46:00.000-07:00

Decided to take photos in a church to absorb the light that filters through the stain glass windows. Trying to catch the feeling that it gives you when you enter and hear the quietness that surrounds you.

No Flash, all time exposure, existing light.

Working with Light

2007-09-03T09:47:00.000-07:00

Trying to capture light that gives feeling. Also working with scenery that invokes vastness.

Petaluma's Old Adobe

2007-08-26T19:33:00.000-07:00

Located near the city of Petaluma, California - this is one of Petaluma's Historic Landmarks from the 1800's. This was General Guadalupe Vallejo's working ranch from 1836-1846. All Photos were taken without any flash and using only existing lighting.

A Sonoma Coast Evening

2007-08-23T07:33:00.000-07:00

Sunset Light on the Sonoma Coastline.

A Morning at Jack London's State Park

2007-08-19T20:08:00.000-07:00

Trail on the way to "Wolf House".

"Wolf House"

The Barn at the "Beauty Ranch".