Tsubasa Manufacturing | A World Painted by Reflected Light | PENTAX K-1 Mark II | Knowledge #267
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Creators who love photography share their stories about their cameras. Each "beloved camera" reflects their unique perspectives on life and values. In this series, Tsubasa Manufacturing, who continues to shoot with the , explores the theme of "urban reflected light."
Drawn to the beauty of reflected light hidden in urban landscapes, Tsubasa Manufacturing captures these fleeting moments with a unique perspective. This article delves into the story of light and shadow created with the , the joy of creating painting-like scenes, and the serendipitous encounters that inspire their work.
<PENTAX K-1 Mark II> Basic Information
Equipped with a 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor with approximately 36.4 megapixels, the camera features a low-pass filterless design for high-resolution imaging. It supports ISO sensitivity up to 819200, making it highly capable in low-light conditions. The 5-axis shake reduction mechanism "SR II" ensures stable handheld shooting.
Capturing Fleeting Encounters on Glass-Clad Buildings
Modern buildings often feature glass-clad structures, which serve as sources of reflected light.
When capturing urban landscapes, "light and shadow" become an eternal theme that many, including myself, focus on.
Within this interplay of light and shadow, I believe there exists a genre of reflected light.
Reflected light, which shines from directions and angles different from the sun's position, reveals unique patterns, colors, and brilliance.
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At times, diffuse reflections occur, creating scenes where the source of the light is unidentifiable.
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These are not calculated phenomena but rather serendipitous art created by the city.
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Enchanting Scenes Painted by Colored Glass
Some building windows have a faint blue or green tint.
The light reflected in these hues sometimes creates enchanting scenes.
When searching for reflected light, paying attention to the color of the building's surface glass might lead to unexpected discoveries.
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Factors such as time, weather, and season continuously change the appearance of reflected light.
Each time is different, making the concept of "once-in-a-lifetime" encounters all the more meaningful.
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Spotlights Born in Urban Gaps
The gaps between urban buildings become unexpected spots where light gathers.
When strong reflected light shines locally, objects suddenly "take the spotlight," standing out in a striking way. This sudden brilliance can be breathtaking.
This radiance is perhaps more noticeable in winter when the sun's angle of incidence is lower.
The late sunrise and lingering darkness also seem to play a significant role in this impression.
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The serendipitous art born from the intersection of seasons, time, and urban structures.
Photography is a means to capture and preserve these fleeting moments.
Moving forward, I want to continue walking through the city, seeking the serendipitous art of reflected light and once-in-a-lifetime encounters.
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