RANDY WELLS WILL BE TRAVELING THROUGHOUT THE WEST IN 2015… Continue reading “”
Author: Randy Wells
REFLECTIONS ON ERNST HAAS
“There are almost too many possibilities. Photography is in direct proportion with our time: multiple, faster, instant. Because it is so easy, it will be more difficult.†– Ernst Haas
“Living in a time of the increasing struggle of the mechanization of man, photography has become another example of this paradoxical problem of how to humanize, how to overcome a machine on which we are thoroughly dependent… the camera…†– Ernst Haas
“The camera doesn’t make a bit of difference. All of them can record what you are seeing. But, you have to SEE.†– Ernst Haas
NEW LEICA STORE IN BELLEVUE WA
Thanks to Tom Smith and Brad Weeks for accommodating me in their busy schedule during the grand opening of the new Leica Store in Bellevue, Washington.
The store is perfectly located in Bellevue Square and looks great. And the Leica products that you can check out in person are astonishing. Continue reading “”
LOOKING FORWARD
2015 is sure to be an interesting year. The Porsche community has a lot to look forward to with Rennsport Reunion V scheduled for the fall in Monterey. Held every four years, it is a must see event for any car enthusiast. I will be producing a documentary film on Roger Grago to debut there, and I’ll be revisiting Speed Week at the Bonneville Salt Flats for a future book. Also, there are some amazing editorial stories to come as well – Pre-A 356s, early 911 racing cars, an iconic 914-6, and many others.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
LOOKING BACK
I’d rather live in the moment, but sometimes it’s good to look back and consider life’s challenges. 2014 was one of those years for myself and many others. Becoming comfortable with being uncomfortable can be difficult. But, I’ve found it to be necessary for personal growth. By operating outside of your box, you can find your true strength and become uniquely creative. Basing your life’s purpose on what you really believe in is key. Continue reading “”
LAYLA AND DUANE ALLMAN
A certifiable all-time classic, Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs is a blues-rock album by the pseudo-group “Derek and the Dominos”. It is best known for its eponymous title track, “Layla,” inspired by Eric Clapton’s infatuation with Patti Boyd (then George Harrison’s wife). It seems the perfect winter listen for the end of this year. Continue reading “”
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
To all my friends, it’s been an amazing year. Have a happy holiday! Continue reading “”
ROGER GRAGO: 1953-2014
A dear friend of mine passed away this morning. My heartfelt condolences go to all his family and the entire early VW and 911 Porsche community for his loss. R.I.P. Continue reading “”
WHERE TO GO IN EUROPE THIS WINTER
Forget London and Paris, too cold. Same for the rest of northern Europe.
Here are a couple of getaway spots to view art in relative warmth. In Barcelona check out the Picasso and Miro museums. In Italy, well, you are spoilt for choice in art: Venice, Florence, or Rome. Finally, head to the islands off Naples, such as Procida pictured below, and be inspired for some R&R and photography. Continue reading “”
HOW TO TELL IF SOMEONE IS SELF ABSORBED
A common condition in today’s busy world, here’s a test:
CAMERA SUTRA
Every once in a while I read a blog post site that makes me think. Here’s one from Blake Andrews. Continue reading “”
I BROKE ALL THE RULES
“NEVER shoot a car on a parking lot with stripes.”
“NEVER shoot a car in hard light.”
“NEVER shoot a car with just a rangefinder camera.”
Yup, I broke all the rules and still got published. Excellence Magazine #225 will arrive this month featuring a story I wrote and photographed on a DIY Porsche 912 project. Jason Thrupp is the owner, a New Zealander who relocated to Santa Barbara – two of my favorite destinations. Continue reading “”
IS THIS THE BEST 35MM DSLR COMBO OF 2014?
Based on Nikon’s D810 groundbreaking 36MP sensor and Zeiss’ Otus lens quality, I’d say yes. In terms of image quality, there is no equal. Although they do not offer AF, the recently released Zeiss 55 f1.4 and 84 f1.4 Apo lenses are already legendary, and more Otus lenses are sure to follow. Continue reading “”
R.I.P. Ian McLagan and Bobby Keyes
Two of the best sidemen for Faces and The Rolling Stones passed away in the last two days. Bobby Keyes, saxophonist, was 70 and Ian McLagan, keyboardist, was 69. Continue reading “”