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The Astoria Riverfront Trolley is a 3-mile (4.8 km) heritage streetcar line that operates in Astoria, Oregon, United States, using former freight railroad trac...
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The Astoria Riverfront Trolley is a 3-mile (4.8 km) heritage streetcar line that operates in Astoria, Oregon, United States, using former freight railroad tracks along or near the south bank of the Columbia River, with no overhead line. The service began operating in 1999, using a 1913-built streetcar from San Antonio, Texas.[2] As of 2012, the service was reported as carrying 35,000 to 40,000 passengers per year and has been called a "symbol"[1] and "icon"[3] of Astoria. The line's operation is seasonal, normally during spring break and from May through September. ARTA's only streetcar is No. 300, nicknamed "Old 300" and built in 1913 by the American Car Company for the streetcar system in San Antonio, Texas. It served San Antonio until the abandonment of streetcar service there in 1933.
Though the day was cloudy, the trolley driver still gave me a big smile and a wave as she went by.
D810 with 24-120 f-4G ED VR lens at 120mm, f-8, 1-200 VR On, Auto ISO 250, manual Mode, hand held.
Processed in Capture NX-D and PSCS6 Extended using Picture Postcard Workflow.
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Though the day was cloudy, the trolley driver still gave me a big smile and a wave as she went by.
D810 with 24-120 f-4G ED VR lens at 120mm, f-8, 1-200 VR On, Auto ISO 250, manual Mode, hand held.
Processed in Capture NX-D and PSCS6 Extended using Picture Postcard Workflow.
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The Astoria Riverfront Trolley is a 3-mile (4.8 km) heritage streetcar line that operates in Astoria, Oregon, United States, using former freight railroad tracks along or near the south bank of the Columbia River, with no overhead line. The service began operating in 1999, using a 1913-built streetcar from San Antonio, Texas.[2] As of 2012, the service was reported as carrying 35,000 to 40,000 passengers per year and has been called a "symbol"[1] and "icon"[3] of Astoria. The line's operation is seasonal, normally during spring break and from May through September. ARTA's only streetcar is No. 300, nicknamed "Old 300" and built in 1913 by the American Car Company for the streetcar system in San Antonio, Texas. It served San Antonio until the abandonment of streetcar service there in 1933. Though the day was cloudy, the trolley driver still gave me a big smile and a wave as she went by. D810 with 24-120 f-4G ED VR lens at 120mm, f-8, 1-200 VR On, Auto ISO 250, manual Mode, hand held. Processed in Capture NX-D and PSCS6 Extended using Picture Postcard Workflow.Time
This was shot in the early afternoon and was cloudy and overcast,as I was walking with one of my grandsons teaching him how to take pictures.Lighting
It was cloudy and overcast, so I did not have to worry about highlights but more about detail in the shadows.Equipment
D810 with 24-120 f-4G ED VR lens at 120mm, f-8, 1-200 VR On, Auto ISO 250, manual Mode, handheld. Processed in Capture NX-D and PSCS6 Extended using Picture Postcard Workflow.Inspiration
Honestly, I shot this image because it just appeared in front of us, and I just waited until it got close enough to fill the frame with my lens set at 120mm. I liked the leading lines of the track which had a golden glow set against the weathered planks and I really liked that I could clearly see the operator.Editing
Processed in Capture NX-D and PSCS6 Extended using Picture Postcard Workflow. Those of you who follow me know I use the Picture Postcard workflow in Photoshop, as the editing is primarily done in LAB color space and extensive scripting is accessed with a few clicks. I am now using a more updated version of PPW and PS 2022. This process optimizes the image bringing out detail and colors in all my images.In my camera bag
I no longer have the Nikon D810 nor the 24-70 f/4 VR F mount lens. The D810 has been replaced with a Nikon Z7 mirrorless camera and I have the Z version of the 24-120 f/4 S lens on order as before the 24-120 was my favorite travel lens, and the new Z lens is even better. Unfortunately, the wait times for this lens are about 4 months to receive a lens after you order, so I don't have mine yet. So what I carry in my bag today for a trip like this would be the Z 24-120 f/4, A 14-30 F/4 S and the Z 105 f/2.8 Macro lens. This makes an ideal lightweight travel kit. If I was shooting wildlife, I would be carrying my Z 70-200 f/2.8 VR S lens and a 2X Z teleconverter and my F mount 300 mm f/4 PF lens and its TC's.Feedback
First, carry your camera when you are out for a walk. You never know what you might see. Or at least carry a cell phone. If you see a trolley approaching, wait for it to fill your frame and make sure your shutter speed and f stop are set to capture movement. Take more than one shot. I broke that rule this time and missed the operator's wave and smile as she went by.
