Tag Archives: fujifilm x100s

A Wandering Reunion

Posted on February 10, 2015 by Rey

My son, Joseph, has contributed to 2 Guys Photo in the past (see here).  He is a fervent Fujifilm X100s shooter, able to squeeze great versatility out of its (to me) limiting persona. He’s studying in Europe this year and … Continue reading →

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The only strength…

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Rey

“One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity.”  — Albert Schweitzer

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A friend in the dark

Posted on October 8, 2014 by Rey

“Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light.”  — Helen Keller

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The two tragedies

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Rey

“There are two tragedies in life. One is to lose your heart’s desire. The other is to gain it.” — George Bernard Shaw, Man and Superman

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The necessary defeats

Posted on October 2, 2014 by Rey

“You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of … Continue reading →

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And afterward

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Rey

“The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places.” — Ernest Hemingway.

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“Go forward? Only thing to do!”

Posted on September 30, 2014 by Rey

“Go back?” he thought. “No good at all! Go sideways? Impossible! Go forward? Only thing to do! On we go!” So up he got, and trotted along with his little sword held in front of him and one hand feeling … Continue reading →

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Aunt Mary’s

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Rey

“This is the spot, pull in here please.” It rose up inside of him.  He hadn’t expected it.  Just the mere sight. “15… no 16 years.  It’s been 16 years.” The Town Car halted in the shadows of the banner. … Continue reading →

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Ascending and secure

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Rey

“Build today, then strong and sure, With a firm and ample base; And ascending and secure.  Shall tomorrow finds its place.”  — Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Photo taken with Fujifilm X100s, native B&W (i.e., in camera).  No further adjustments.

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The Bleak Season

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Rey

It’s in the betweenness of it all. No longer winter, with sparkled shimmer landscapes. Not yet spring, with blossoms and bloom. We transition. I’m invigorated, camera held, down a familiar path.  Some days. But the betweenness of all, right now. Sloppy footing, grayscale … Continue reading →

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The thirsty pass by

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Rey

“Would that I were a dry well, and that the people tossed stones into me, for that would be easier than to be a spring of flowing water that the thirsty pass by, and from which they avoid drinking.” — … Continue reading →

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A betrayal of sorts

Posted on January 22, 2014 by Rey

Photo by Joey Spadoni (Fujifilm X100s).  I’d consider this to be experimental portraiture.  Does it work?

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A simple kiss

Posted on January 16, 2014 by Rey

Photo by my son, Joey, using his trusted tool, the Fujifilm X100s.  Processed in Apple Aperture and black and white conversion completed in Nik’s Silver Efex Pro.  I’ll be posting more from Joey in the coming weeks.  Yeah, I know… … Continue reading →

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3 by 1 by 3 by 1

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Ed Spadoni

3 Guys: Rey, Joey and Ed 1 Venue: Borderland State Park 3 Perspectives 1 Hour Last Saturday, Rey, Joey and I managed to squeeze an hour-long photo walk into a busy afternoon. We wandered about the grounds, together and apart, … Continue reading →

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Joey’s (very) first impressions of the Fujifilm X100s

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Rey

Joey shot briefly with the Fujifilm X100 and wasn’t impressed.  His assessment: “Slow.  Lacking.”  So, when he had the chance to take the updated X series camera (Fujifilm X100s) into the field, he was pleasantly surprised. According to Joey: “I … Continue reading →

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