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03-JAN-2004

01-03-2004

I bought a annual pass to Knotts Berry Farm today just so I could have another place to go to find things to photograph! :) This picture was taken with the flash to stop the moment, but a slower than usual shutter speed so I could get some light from behind the subjects, and see the movement. Obviously I wasn't able to plan the wonderful expressions of delight on the riders' faces, they supplied that for me as a bonus!

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Rick Bricker08-Jun-2009 17:33
...and 5 years later this image is still delighting people.Love it.Great moment and perfectly captured.
Chris Brooker07-Jan-2004 09:30
What a bonus.
Guest 06-Jan-2004 18:26
Terrific shot, Paul - great moment... love the motion, ideal crop. Well done!
Guest 05-Jan-2004 03:24
Yea, this is the best, but you do make it hard to choose! Good for YOU, (and us!)
Cagie 05-Jan-2004 02:24
My favorite, also, Paul! :) GREAT FUN! Too bad you can't give these two this exciting photo! Great portrayal of movement! and FUN! :)
Paul Walters05-Jan-2004 02:18
Thanks for all your comments! I like some of the other photos I did today, but I truly love the expression both of the participants of this ride have. I especially like the younger girl leaning into the ride and hanging on for dear life with that huge smile! So I suspect this will be the picture I use today, just because I can't pass up the obvious fun these two are having. :)
Guest 05-Jan-2004 02:06
I agree...this is my favorite too.
Guest 04-Jan-2004 20:05
This is definitely my favorite for today .. what wonderful expressions and that's a first rate effect ... thanks for explaining how you did it.
Jvan Photography04-Jan-2004 05:41
This is my fav for today, I love the looks on their faces. It really does expess fun.
Ray :)04-Jan-2004 03:53
Yes, it really conveys the fun!
Guest 04-Jan-2004 03:25
This one is splendid!