My First Photographic Charter held at the Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway 16/09/2019.
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- Опубліковано 17 вер 2024
- Today I attended my first ever Photographic Charter which was run at the Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway by 30742 Charters. All captured Hand held.
The man in charge was well known photographer Alistair Grieve.
This video includes some of the highlights of the day and shows some stunning clips captured throughout the day.
A big thank you to Alistair, and all the Staff and Volunteers for doing whatever was asked of them during this wonderful day.
Excellent and very atmospheric, there's nothing like a damp day in the valleys to show off a steam loco. Especially when you are in a place that hasn't seen proper rain since June. I remember these saddle tanks as a kid on Pontyberem station. Another clip to share! Pete
Yes Pete, the previous day was Blue skies and little exhaust, so a dull damp day was just right, and with the Crews providing the effects, some wonderful clips could be captured....Bob
Well done Bob
Thanks Dave, it was an unique opportunity to capture footage that you would never normally see.
Really atmospheric video our Bob. .... A truly great watch.......All the clag any Steam enthusiast could wish for....Best wishes...Steve.
Thanks Steve, being able to get the trains to start and stop whenever you wanted was a great option to get some special shots....We will see you at the Gala....Best wishes....Bob
Wonderful job. I loved seeing those little tank engines alone, double-heading and going top and tail, and the effect was even better as Robert perfectly framed all of his shots. I can appreciate the time it took to set up each shot, because while I know how to do it, I usually just shoot without all the fussing.
Your kind comments are greatly appreciated. I must say having everything done to your requirements rather than relying on your own assessment of a situation and then capturing it was a little strange, but this day allowed situations that would not normally occur to be captured. and being given the opportunity to video each movement from different angles with multiple movements, made it a worthwhile day.
Hi Bob, Great photo Charter, Plenty of clag ...Dave
My first one Dave, and it was wonderful....Bob
@@robmasterman Hi Bob,Yes Great stuff, Thanks for reply ..Dave
Spectacular scenes from the Photographic Charter Bob.Well done to all concerned organising this event. Regards, Jeff.
Thanks Jeff, first one for me, a little expensive, but very enjoyable...Regards...Bob
Some epic shots there Bob.. thank you.
Thanks very much Tim, delighted that you've enjoyed my work.
What a feast of smoke and steam with both locos giving all on the climbs to the top Bob, all expertly captured too! Pity the weather was overcast, but the fireworks from the locos certainly lit up the proceedings. Thanks shain. Ken
The fact it wasn't sunny, was an advantage Ken, as it gave a greater choice of locations and lighting...Regards...Bob
Well captured, Bob. Plenty of smoke and steam and two enthusiastic engines. I've done a couple of charters and they've been good days. Keith
Thanks Keith, this was my first and probably the last...geared more for stills photographers than videographers...I did enjoy it, but had to keep away from the others to get a few decent shots...Regards...Bob
I think you got the best shots Bob,lot's of steam and clag.Looked a good day for for everybody......Best wishes Chris.
Thanks Chris, no tripod, which with my knowledge of the Railway gave me an advantage...Best wishes...Bob
Brings back childhood memories of the clank of loose coupled coal trucks. Great sound of those small locomotives as well.
Thanks very much, I totally agree that the sounds of those buffers clanging brings back memories from a bygone era.
Wonderful stuff, Mister Masterson. Well worth the Christmas money. ;-) Thank you for posting. As one videographer to another, isn't it funny how photographers sometimes forget that there is audio with our video? Thanks again.
Thanks very much, with reference to the stills photographers, I try whenever possible, to stay as far away from them as possible, although on this sort of event, it can be difficult.
Very well done, Bob. Thanks for letting us be there by means of the video. Two notable highlights for me: the top-and-tail at 07:00 and the double-header at 12:00; not detracting from the excellent visual and audio throughout, especially hand-held. One question, what would you say the participant mix was between still and video? Kind regards, Bob.
Thanks very much Bob, this was my first such event, and as expected, there was only three videographers, the remainder were stills photographers. For that reason, I tried to keep myself away from the photographers for the reasons that you're probably aware of. Regards...Bob
They must be putting an old tyre in the firebox looking at the amount of smoke.
It's Romanian Coal, which seems to be the best for these locos when working those steep gradients...They weren't designed to run on Best Welsh Steam Coal....The results of the softer coal is amazing sights to capture.
Excellent Bob, looks like a great day without all the crowds. Well done, Geraint
Thanks Ger, there was about twenty Five in the Group, and with the vast majority using stills cameras, I had to distant myself from all the shutter noises...Has a great day though and very pleased with the results.
Superb video Bob. What a fantastic day you had. Well done to everyone involved in the event. Wonderful action shots. First class production. Best wishes C&A
Thanks very much both, I wasn't expecting such a wonderful show throughout the day, but the results are amazing. Bob's a very Happy man.
Excellent video of the photo charter Robert 👍
That was a great steam gala the railway put on and I enjoyed the event as well the fantastic choice of visiting locomotives.
I like to see anything like a Southern theme for next year Steam Gala as I like to see something different at the railway.
Thanks Joe, much appreciated...The P&BR always put on a great show for their Autumn Gala, and have used many types of locos over the years. As this Railway is situated withing a World Heritage Site for the industrial heritage of the area...then SR locos wouldn't really fit the Brief...but who knows what the future will bring.
Great stuff!! Almost volcanic 😁
These two small locos gave an amazing show Ben, which of course is what you want on one of these Charters.
Great stuff Bob. The locos certainly put on a good show for you. Reminded me of Foxfield. Regards, Dave.
Thanks Dave, I think this Railway,Foxfield and the NYMR are the only Railways where you can see locomotives working in this way.
Good captures Bob, some lovely smoky atmospheric shots there
After the sun filled days over most of the weekend Austin, the cloud and drizzle made a more appropriate feel about the day. Thanks as always.
Great video Bob could almost imagine myself back at mountain ash !
Thanks Merv, they've managed to produce a typical industrial scene as it was in South Wales, and that's something very special.
What a super day, I'm sure you enjoyed that Bob..... I certainly did. Never know where Alistair is going to turn up lol. A great event but I bet it confused the locals!! Regards, Brian.
It certainly was Brian, and as I've never been to one before, I wasn't sure what to expect. As the day progressed, it got better and better, with the action away from where locals may have heard what was going on, but couldn't see much...Alistair was drafted in at the last minute, and fair play did an excellent job......Best wishes...Bob
Very nice Robert :)
Thank you Simon, you are very kind.