Even in BW

Even in BW

I rather like that

dramatic in a way

The white temple (with sky)

Chiang Mai has sky above and below

Trying to get back on topic.

OK since you don't mind questions:

What is that type of boat called? Is it a regional design or common all over Thailand? What is the origin of it?

I see a paddle in one of the boats, and no oarlocks, so may I presume the boats are paddled like a canoe? Are motors ever used?

What's the thing sticking up vertically at the stern of one of the boats?

The reservoir looks rather small, I wonder why so many boats, and who owns them?

What are they used for - fishing?

I believe there were similar boats in a different picture, one of them was half-sunk.

Thanks!

Sorry, I am awfully curious, aren't I?

OK to even out the exchange, here is a link to a song from Peru that I like, it is totally off-topic:

Hmmm, I didn't mean to embed that in the thread, just to post the link.

I'll remove it if you like.

(Sorry)

However, I don't think that Villagefarang should be the only one to get praise for his undoubtedly fine images.

The following shot from Krobert6 has a powerful sense of atmosphere. The peace and solitude of the ending of the day and the subtle shades of the setting sun are very appealing.

I tend to prefer color to B&W, but I'm not sure if the vertical aspect is the best option in this case. But I wasn't there.

I don't think this thread was ever started to rate and criticise photos, there's a sub-forum especially for those whose thoughts tend to be in that direction.

Our photos are to be looked at and enjoyed and if some of us come across as amateurs with second rate cameras then so be it.

OK since you don't mind questions:

What is that type of boat called? Is it a regional design or common all over Thailand? What is the origin of it?

I see a paddle in one of the boats, and no oarlocks, so may I presume the boats are paddled like a canoe? Are motors ever used?

What's the thing sticking up vertically at the stern of one of the boats?

The reservoir looks rather small, I wonder why so many boats, and who owns them?

What are they used for - fishing?

I believe there were similar boats in a different picture, one of them was half-sunk.

Thanks!

Sorry, I am awfully curious, aren't I?

Traditionally boats were made of wood, as in other cultures. The ones I like best were crafted from one piece of wood in a dugout fashion. These you see in the photo, are what have come to replaced those old wooden boats as the workhorse in our area, and are simply referred to in Thai as boats you paddle. They are often seen in the back of a truck being moved from one location to another, according to need.

Often these boats are used to string nets for fishing but in this instance they are being used to haul the corn harvest from the far side of the reservoir. From the dam the bags of corn will be trucked to a nearby collection center for processing.

They are made of sheet metal and paddled like a canoe. That thing that looks like it is sticking up vertically at the stern is an optical illusion which you will see in this additional photo. Sorry for the somewhat utilitarian nature of this photo but it is the only one I took that helps to illustrate what is going on.

They can crowd a fair number of boats onto a rather small body of water when they want to.

They can crowd a fair number of boats onto a rather small body of water when they want to.

Looking at the number of nets, and what appears to be a lot of people fishing , there must be a lot of fish in the dam.

Then there's the work boat.

They can crowd a fair number of boats onto a rather small body of water when they want to.

Looking at the number of nets, in use, there must be a lot of fish in the dam.

Not when they get finished. Sorry but this is a different water catchment area in our village but was the most accessible image at hand to illustrate my point.

Then there's the work boat.

Looks more like a houseboat.

And some are customised to add to the comfort of the boatman.

And some are customised to add to the comfort of the boatman.

Do they have floating kitchens to provide the fresh cooked "Fish" lunch?

Another evening by the lake with the wife and kids

Last night at the lake with the wife and kids

Last night at the lake with the wife and kids

Beautiful area!

Lucky you live in such a nice spot.

Lake looks big too!

Looking again that could be a beautiful oil painting

Very nice

Last night at the lake with the wife and kids

Beautiful area!

Lucky you live in such a nice spot.

Lake looks big too!

Looking again that could be a beautiful oil painting

Very nice

thanks - it is a great spot and a number of locals turn up regularly to drink beer/whiskey and watch the sunset.

It is a very large lake ,

I don't think this thread was ever started to rate and criticise photos, there's a sub-forum especially for those whose thoughts tend to be in that direction.

Our photos are to be looked at and enjoyed and if some of us come across as amateurs with second rate cameras then so be it.

The thread was started with the op saying he 'loved Chiang Rai' at this time of year with a couple of shots to support it.

I do not think it matters if you are amateur or pro, but feedback on photos is a good thing - isn't it ?

Some feedback is helpful and constructive, some isn't.

I always think "would I like anyone saying this about my photo or turning it into a poor joke" before I comment.

Another from Yonok last night.

I might get to like this landscape stuff mmmmmm nope I am to used to having models to converse/interact with

I don't think this thread was ever started to rate and criticise photos, there's a sub-forum especially for those whose thoughts tend to be in that direction.

Our photos are to be looked at and enjoyed and if some of us come across as amateurs with second rate cameras then so be it.

Some feedback is helpful and constructive, some isn't.

I always think "would I like anyone saying this about my photo or turning it into a poor joke" before I comment.

Scea,

I must admit I'm having some difficulty understanding your concerns. All photos are to be enjoyed, but exactly why we may enjoy any particular photo, or not, as the case may be, is surely of interest.

Are you recommending a situation where only photos are displayed in a particular thread, and no comments are allowed except for a click on a "like" or "dislike" box?

I admit that altering a poster's image without getting his permission may be considered as inappropriate, especially if the alteration is radical, as occurred with one of Villagefarang's photos recently. The moderators removed it.

But let's get away from this notion that only expensive cameras produce good photos. I'm of the firm opinion that it's the person behind the camera that's more important than the technical quality of the camera. Expensive, high-resolution cameras are necessary only if you want to make a huge print from a single shot.

Even the most basic Point & Shoot camera can produce stunning images in the right hands.

Fair enough, my concerns are that any comments on a photo are kept at a friendly and constructive level.

I thought that some of the posts in the past few days had gone past that stage.

Yonok Lake - ever changing light

Yonok Lake - ever changing light

Beautiful Sunset ! Don't stop posting your landscape photos, they are great!