Commuters

i was really surprised how well these subjects - which jump through their navels to grab visual attention w/ blazing colors & contrast - render so well in mono. Interceptor's recent shots were my first exposure to mono on the sportbike. Here, even in hard light, there's more detail than I would ever have guessed, and the neon/velvia on crack actual colors take on more grace in mono.

This was one of the few times I wish I had taken 2 kits (b&w and color) with me. The close bike had an orange frame and the others were equally colorful. A point of interest; the KTM is owned and ridden by a gal that also races a GP bike!! Very capable lady.

Striking, in color. Angular, sometimes described as orange grasshoppers. 'Supposed to be very capable steeds from Austria iirc that has a history of making very capable steeds. If this is a regular area for you, maybe get a shot of rider with it?

I will try and get her & bike together. A problem tho; I don't shoot color film. Lousy/terrible processing in my area. I have an image of her at full tilt on the GP bike. Knee and elbow skimming the asphalt. Never guess the gender. Wish I could post it!

I need to get out to PIR this spring & see what's possible. Truthfully, color would have its charm, but sometimes distracts from the impact of the action, activity. A nice close-up of elbow & kneepuck gliding would seem to have more impact in mono. Area shots w/ all the banners, bikes on track stands, leathers 1/2 on/off, guzzling gatorade would be right down the ally for crisp color. 'Hope we both get some track days w/ lady luck in a good mood.