Alvin Greis Posted July 28 Share #1 Posted July 28 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) Lately, I’ve been experimenting with motion-based photography — not full abstraction, but gentle ICM (intentional camera movement) to slightly shift the light and rhythm without losing form. This frame was taken on the southern coast of Finland, where sailboats, a lighthouse, and an old sauna happened to align into a single moment. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Leica M11 + APO50, 1/2s, ISO64, F/16 PS. As it turns out, I may have found the perfect combo for both image-making and large-scale printing. I was technically prepared — and still surprised by how confidently the APO-Summicron-M 50 handled this kind of gesture. Even as shapes begin to dissolve, the image remains clean and readable, retaining all necessary detail — enough for printing at 120×90 cm without compromise. No visible diffraction ruins the composition, even at f/16. The Leica M11 gives me exactly the level of engagement I need: no stabilization, compact, precise, and ideal for controlled motion. In fact, the rangefinder feels almost made for this kind of gestural work. (Yes, I know this almost reads like an ad — but I trust most of you already know exactly what you’re using.) Edited July 28 by Alvin Greis 6 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Leica M11 + APO50, 1/2s, ISO64, F/16 PS. As it turns out, I may have found the perfect combo for both image-making and large-scale printing. I was technically prepared — and still surprised by how confidently the APO-Summicron-M 50 handled this kind of gesture. Even as shapes begin to dissolve, the image remains clean and readable, retaining all necessary detail — enough for printing at 120×90 cm without compromise. No visible diffraction ruins the composition, even at f/16. The Leica M11 gives me exactly the level of engagement I need: no stabilization, compact, precise, and ideal for controlled motion. In fact, the rangefinder feels almost made for this kind of gestural work. (Yes, I know this almost reads like an ad — but I trust most of you already know exactly what you’re using.) ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/423342-light-motion-yachts-and-a-sauna/?do=findComment&comment=5839984'>More sharing options...
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Graham (G4FUJ) Posted July 28 Share #2 Posted July 28 I don't usually like ICM shots, but this is quite subtle and almost painterly 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alvin Greis Posted July 28 Author Share #3 Posted July 28 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Graham (G4FUJ) said: I don't usually like ICM shots, but this is quite subtle and almost painterly Thanks! I don’t usually like ICM shots either: they tend to be unpredictable and often messy in both color and composition. That’s actually why I’ve been experimenting with a similar approach: trying to keep the gesture, but make something abstract yet still visually attractive. 😀 Edited July 28 by Alvin Greis 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuny Posted July 31 Share #4 Posted July 31 Fascinating, and I agree with Graham. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazzajl Posted July 31 Share #5 Posted July 31 Yes, very lovely. Treads a perfect balance between chaos and control. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M11 for me Posted July 31 Share #6 Posted July 31 Beautifil shot and great colors. I learned a new term: ICM 😍 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alvin Greis Posted August 5 Author Share #7 Posted August 5 Advertisement (gone after registration) On 7/31/2025 at 4:00 PM, M11 for me said: Beautifil shot and great colors. I learned a new term: ICM 😍 Thank you. M-camera is the best tool for it, I think. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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