On Saturday October the 13th, I attended Scott Kelby’s Fifth Annual Worldwide Photo Walk. If you’re not familiar with this, it is a chance to get together with other people who enjoy photography and spend a couple of hours taking pictures. There is usually socializing in a local restaurant afterwards where everyone can share their shots for the day and chat. It occurs in cities all around the world and it is a lot of fun. I have participated in it every year so far and look forward to it for many more.
For this year, I chose to participate in the walk in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. This beautiful little ocean town is just south of Daytona Beach. As luck would have it, there was a car show on the same evening. No ordinary car show mind you, this one had hundreds of cars. And they do this the second Saturday of each month! The name of the club is East Coast Cruisers Car Club.
As I was walking around looking for photo ops, I spotted this fantastic looking car. A 1959 Cadillac Coupe DeVille. The finish was so shiny that it was reflecting everything around it. The owner was very meticulous about keeping it clean and polished.
The reflection in the trunk lid was what first caught my eye. After that it was pure excitement of just looking over the car and seeing what I could do to capture all of the reflectiveness!
For this shot I loved the way the lone cloud just kind of popped out. And the sunlight hitting the tree was perfect.
To enjoy a larger view, please click on the image below!
After shooting a few more shots, I ventured on down the road to see what else I could find. On my way back I had to stop by this car one more time. The sun was peeking through the palm trees and lighting the scene really nice.
To enjoy a larger view, please click on the image below!
The photo walk ended way too quickly for me. I guess time really does fly when you’re having fun!
As always, I hope you enjoyed today’s post and I encourage you to join the conversation by writing your thoughts below as I truly like to hear from all of my visitors! 🙂
Just love the fist image. I can definitely see why you were drawn to this magnificent vehicle.
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Thanks Mark! I love reflections and this one was beckoning me!
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Gorgeous car and the light really brings it to life x Love the sky shot too.
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Thank you so much! I was fortunate to be at the right place at the right time!
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My husband wants to know what type of car it is!
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It is a 1959 Cadillac Coupe DeVille.
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Great shots Michael but that first one I love.
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Thanks Edith! There is something about reflections that draws me in. I took a few different shots of the back with the trees reflecting, but this one was my favorite!
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Sweet shots Michael, I really like that second one, very sharp
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Thanks Mike! I think cars and HDR go well together!
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Killer shots, the lighting are all natural!!! Cheers Nonoy Manga
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Thank you very much Nonoy! I truly appreciate it!
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Love the different perspective on the first shot , though the corners are a bit distracting, its unique for a reflections love. it is nice how the tinted glass gives a moody color and feel !
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Thank you Sathya! I appreciate the feedback!
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Well done, Michael! That is one beautiful car, it really stands out. Great captures of it, the second photo really gives the car character, and lots of it. I would give anything to go for a cruise in it… great post!
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Thank you so much Toad! I really love shiny cars and this one was a beauty for sure!
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Oh wow, that is a C-O-O-L car!! Must show my son…he will be drooling all over the place 🙂
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Thanks Anne! I know he will love it! I’ve been a car guy for as long as I can remember!
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Where have I been Michael ? Totally missed this post. Such a beautiful work of art, and thank you for discovering it for us. So happy you joined the WWPW. I’m sure you had a wonderful time!
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Thanks so much Bella! I really did have a great time on the photowalk. I hope your walk went well for you!
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I really should wash my car and park it somewhere sunny – so inspiring!
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You should absolutely do that! Thanks Louise!
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