Photography

It's been a little over five years since I last visited Rumoi (Dec-2014) and in some ways this was a nostalgic re-visit to the site of two of my most iconic photos... I had to ask myself if it's possible to go back... did I want to return? From Asahikawa ...  

Shinkansen or local, both have their charm. I was fortunate with that last train photo... there was a patch of light on the next platform... a "one man" train only has the driver... at local (and they're all local) stops passengers must enter and exit via... 

It was a joy looking at them. Regards, George

It's satisfying to read such comments... Casey

. Thanks for taking us along, for the journey. What’s your photography gear, if you don’t mind sharing? Hussam

Nikon F3P, Ai-S 50mm f/1.2, Fujifilm Neopan ACROS 100 (version 01 and version 02), and on many of the daylight photos a PL filter... Casey

There’s something about snow on a coastline that seems to emphasise the bleakness of the location. I really liked them. Regards Kev.

Rumoi is a special location with the high coastal cliffs... north of Vladivostok across the Sea of Japan. The incoming weather can be extream in winter. Casey

For the first time I don't have a favorite-which is a compliment!! I'm enjoying very much your extended B&W phase. Better than Picasso's "Blue". I may have to give it a try.

I did travel with a few rolls of Kodak Gold 200 color negative film but didn't feel the need to use it. Thanks for the kind words. Casey

I really dislike Winter, but your shots are very attractive. George

George, you seem to be from a cold clime... my 'trick' is to invest in good outerwear ; ) Thanks for the comments. Casey

As usual beautiful pictures

It was a very enjoyable trip... for a change I might return in the summer... we'll see how it goes. Casey

Wonderful pictures. Don't know if it is the subject or the photographer I'm programming an holiday in Japan next year, in part because of your pics! Thanks

Let me know if your plans include a visit to Tokyo... lovely to have a coffee and compare notes. Casey

And that beach.. snow? Very nice series.

I did revisit all the 'old familiar locations... so the 3rd one "might" look familiar ; ) Definitely snow hahaha... Casey

I'm not sure I can top the feel of film in this instance. Plus, if I were there with you, i'd probably use my Bessa and copy your cam settings :p

Open water all the way to the Russian Far East... due to the winter conditions I have not used tripod nor ND Grads, so given certain weather conditions it is definitely on the short list ; ) I am seriously interested in spending some more time in Asahikaw... 

Thanks for the reminder. I remember your first series and it still looks awfully remote and chilly. A re-visit is never as good as the first time. Great shots!

It was an internal 'struggle' about going back to Rumoi as it was a great experience the first time around... but in the end I enjoy the visit... Casey

much appreciated... going back to re-shoot these locations was a good experience. I was not possible to re-capture the previous experience, but in some ways I could go a little deeper... maybe the third time, or the fourth, or fifth ; ) Casey

Casey, really enjoy always seeing your views of Japan......these are lovely!

I was more than happy with the results this time... I hope it works out to visit central Hokkaido again this summer... and maybe there will be more snow next winter ; ) Casey

just wonder. The train is better than the one to Iwate, love every single photo here

both looking at and looking from... in particular Kuro-Dake. Not sure if the summer olympics will take place or not, but I should be able to get some good accommodations in the north if I book early. Casey