hi here are some of my newbie shots in Colored Infrared.

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/65660368.ksu5eG95.watben.jpg


http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/65659936.0Ipc5IvM.IMG_0422.jpg

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/65723123.MpApJXEY.IMG_0449.jpg

thanks for posting. btw how did you do it? doesnt look like you used an ir filter

Hi Carlo, Thanks for viewing. I had my camera modified. The low pass filter was replaced by special IR glass. Currently it shoots 30%IR, 40% Normal Light and 30% UV light.

Shutter speed is like shooting in daylight compared to using long exposures with a IR filter mounted on the Lens.

Hi Carlo, Thanks for viewing. I had my camera modified. The low pass filter was replaced by special IR glass. Currently it shoots 30%IR, 40% Normal Light and 30% UV light.

Shutter speed is like shooting in daylight compared to using long exposures with a IR filter mounted on the Lens.

conversion done at lifepixel by any chance? was also thinking of getting my d70s modded but found it impractical at my level of photog

I had it done in Jakarta, Indonesia. There are 3 versions for this IR modification.
Version 3 = Pure Infrared. Good for Landscapes. Like surreal BW images.
Version 5 = Like what I have, Good for landscapes with people. Skin tone is 80% normal. You can use a red filter to get almost pure infrared.
Version 6 = Almost the same as version 5 but gives out a very saturated yellow color on leaves and very very blue sky. Applicable only to 5d and 1dsmk2.

By the way all modifications are applicable to Canon and Nikon Cameras only.

Nice work there Ruel... You should try it IR in BW... It's a rush... :)

Nice work there Ruel... You should try it IR in BW... It's a rush... :)

Thanks Earl, yes im currently trying it. Too bad it's been raining here in Indonesia for the past days so no shoot for me.

Thank you for sharing these lovely images. I had to stare at it for more than a couple of minutes which means it's very interesting.

Thanks Dave.

here are some more IR photos

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/65967402.YG2Y9K6T.IMG_8041.jpg

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/65967665.CKkg3y2w.IMG_8016.jpg


thanks for viewing.

the images are beautiful!!!

Hi Ruel,

Images are good but look kinda fake. Why don't you buy some real infrared film like some Kodak HIE and shoot them with a manual camera while changing the film in a dedicated light proof bag? Now that's is what I would call infrared. Black and white and grainy. These images look like all those HDR tone mapping images just recently posted. Are we into photography here or digital art?

Are we into photography here or digital art?

A little bit of both in my opinion.

The forum is digital photographer so they belong here.

Nice work Ruel!

Gabby,

Infra-red in film is not limited to black and white. There is also color infra-red.

Dave,

Unless you have seen and are familiar with the real stuff, then it would be difficult to replicate it. The pictures' colors are somewhat there, but the overall "feel" is different. One thing is that the "bloom" is not there.

What I would suggest is that people try to access viewing the real thing. By doing so, one's eye is exposed to the visual nuances of the medium/material. Hopefully, this will help them recreate what is claimed. Kidding ourselves will not help us push to develop our imagery.

Gabriel,

I tried Infrared Film last time. It was a lot of trouble for me printing the images in Singapore as I need to pass every of my belongings in the customs Xray machine.
I know its a lot more different from Digital. I guess this is the new Digital Infrared. I like the images eventhough it looks fake.

Dave,
Thanks.

here is the another version. Using a modified Canon 5D.

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/64050618.mWfKbuTX.IMG_2650.jpg

Amazing Images here Ruel!!!! I like this one the most.http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/65967665.CKkg3y2w.IMG_8016.jpg
this one looks colored photo with a twist, can't wait to see a black and white image IR.:)

jeez ruel,

fantastic images!!! and you had the guts to modify your camera. are the changes, er, reversible?

but really nice work. can i ask you if the said effects are achievable using screw-on filters (without post-processing first)? i think richard larrios utilized a colored IR filter in one of his shots and it was amazing!

jeez ruel,

fantastic images!!! and you had the guts to modify your camera. are the changes, er, reversible?

but really nice work. can i ask you if the said effects are achievable using screw-on filters (without post-processing first)? i think richard larrios utilized a colored IR filter in one of his shots and it was amazing!

Hi Jay,

I tried before with my 1dmk2 with a 16-35 + hoya r72, the exposure was so long at daytime and the colors where not really pleasing plus the hot spots in the center of the frame, I guess canon never really made cameras for IR use. So i had my new shiny 30d modified after using a friends modified 5d. I was hooked..

My friends are using Nikon D70 and the results are amazing using the hoya R72.

It's reversible by the way.

regards,
Ruel

Unless you have seen and are familiar with the real stuff, then it would be difficult to replicate it. The pictures' colors are somewhat there, but the overall "feel" is different. One thing is that the "bloom" is not there.

Yes I am familiar with it and I shot IR during the late 80's.

As time marches on, change is inevitable.

I also love LP records, but I'm not gonna ever openly advocate that CDs are worse.

The "new" digital IR doesn't replicate film based infrared captures, but same can be said of film IR, it can't do the stuff digital IR can do as well. So now we just have to decide for ourselves individually what one prefers and personally, I prefer digital IR because there are more in-camera adjustments that can be done that is not possible with film based IR unless you are very adept in the darkroom.

can you get the ir effect using photoshop?
thanks!

I tried.

Not much success though.

There was a big tendency to end up with a high contrast B&W image using the channel mixers in Photoshop.

I'm sure it's possible, but the time and effort required just doesn't make it practical.

There are some photoshop plug-ins available. I haven't tried those and I don't want to because it's still cheaper to get a R72 than going thru the software route which still might not be satisfactory.

However, if you do find a good solution, please share it with us.

thanks dave.

stupid question - what's a r72?

Oh... that's the filter...Hoya R72 infrared filter (http://www.hiltonphoto.co.uk/products/details/6138.html). For those who don't/can't modify their cameras for IR, you can get a filter that will allow your DSLR to take IR.

Richard Larrios' image on the back pages of Issue #3 used an IR filter if I'm not mistaken. It's even more amazing because Canon DSLRs are generally a poor choice for IR photography using a IR filter.

can you get the ir effect using photoshop?
thanks!

actually, it can be done using chanel mixer, selective color, color balance, hugh saturation, history brush, masking, blending modes...well...if you want me to make a tutorial, it would probably take a whole lot of real estate on this board. in any case, unless you're really fast with PS, go for the filter nalang...i know i gave up!

:-)

Peace!

G.

thanks dave!
thanks gahum!

Sentosa in Digital IR

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/65659928.K78Yjiz4.IMG_0410.jpg


A Candid shot of Kharu in IR

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/66101214.hGXSXpm7.candid_IR.jpg

Again, Nice ruel. :) Love the effect of IR, it's like having extra DR, only on a different spectrum...

outstanding.....

WOW! :P

Thanks for sharing Ruel! So how much did it cost you to modify your piece?

Thanks guys for your comments.

Eddie, it cost me around USD 300.


regards,
Ruel

My first attempt :">

http://static.flickr.com/82/231694707_cf56271d6b_o.jpg

Nice shot Sonny.

here are some more..
using a red filter and removing the brown/red hue in PS.

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/66153063.iX1izNIb.Jalan1.jpg


this one without removing the brown red hue.

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/66152776.WHDIZGSP.tritip9.jpg


ruel

Thanks Ruel! You have great shots as well :D
Looking forward to shooting more IR shots hehe

slightly OT: Sigh... nagsisisi tuloy ako coz I sold my D70s... Pina-convert ko nalang sana sa IR. :( My dedicated IR camera right now is my noisy F828... "Sigh again"

Nice Shots Ruel :) 'Kainggit...

My first attempt :">

http://static.flickr.com/82/231694707_cf56271d6b_o.jpg

Sonny... OMG :D You succeeded with the floppy filter?!? :Shock:

No no no! :P this was with a Nikon D70s and a R72 :P
HAhahaha :P *sigh* I hope you'd still be equally impressed :P

No no no! :P this was with a Nikon D70s and a R72 :P
HAhahaha :P *sigh* I hope you'd still be equally impressed :P

**censored** False Alarm! :D ha ha ha...
It's a nice photo Sonny! You just need to attenuate the excess cyan on some parts... But I do like the colour effect... :Grin:
Try converting it to B&W, let's see how it looks...

There's actually a DIY instruction to convert your Cam to IR, but I wouldn't risk it. hehehe. IF ever, I'll let the professional do the conversion.

Cheers!
Square

slightly OT: Sigh... nagsisisi tuloy ako coz I sold my D70s... Pina-convert ko nalang sana sa IR. :( My dedicated IR camera right now is my noisy F828... "Sigh again"

Nice Shots Ruel :) 'Kainggit...


you can have 828 converted Earl. It's a cheaper alternative than DSLR's.

you can have 828 converted Earl. It's a cheaper alternative than DSLR's.

Yup I heard of it too but I couldn't convert it coz I'm still using it's DV capability... sayang rin, kaya I just bought filters. :Grin:

Hi Guys!!


Ohhhhh!! Infrared!! I love photographing in infrared using Kodak HIE Film. I usually rate this at asa 400 and shoot through a red filter. Here are some of my samples.

http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/photography/showphoto.php?photo=89&si=pilar%20tuason

http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/photography/showphoto.php?photo=90&si=pilar%20tuason

http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/photography/showphoto.php?photo=41&si=pilar%20tuason

http://www.digitalphotographer.com.ph/photography/showphoto.php?photo=36&si=pilar%20tuason

The difference between digital and kodak HIE is the halation effect and the grain. I do have the Hoya R72 filter to achieve through digital but I find it ännoying¨since you cant hand hold it and the exposure times are extremely long.. The leaves end up blurred because of the exposure time...sometimes its good but most times i prefer sharp details.

Nice IR photos Pilar.

Here are some more of my Digital IR
Using a Red Filter.

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/66152332.53Xs45Ne.tritip6.jpg


http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/66191623.r08gXrqU.IMG_8142Edit.jpg

Wow Pilar! :) As expected... wow... I'm lost for words with your images. :)

Ruel, the tone of the skies in your photos are really killing me... :D

Thanks Earl,
I just downloaded Adobe Lightroom. It's like heaven sent for digital IR.

Thanks Earl,
I just downloaded Adobe Lightroom. It's like heaven sent for digital IR.

slightly OT: Enjoy the software Ruel while it's still running in Beta. :Grin: You can give Adobe your comments and suggestions as well so that they can collate all the info; specially coming from all photographers of different fields of expertise.

Just came back from Mimosa and we're still playing with the R72 filter.

Definetely fun, just wish it wasn't so pricey.

http://static.flickr.com/96/232649446_3d722c618a.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davedeluria/232649446/)

http://static.flickr.com/94/232650478_4c2fbf98d3.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/davedeluria/232650478/)

Thanks Earl, I will take note of that.


Wow Dave,
Excellent shot, I like the colors. Nice tone.

this is great...hmmmm. ganda ng kulay. thanks for sharing, this is an additional info for me. makapagconvert nga...PS kaya.hmmm.

ruel,

your IR photos are really great!!! now i want to have a cam converted just like yours!! :D


anyway here are some of my latest IR

http://www.pbase.com/dni/image/66222348.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/dni/image/66222352.jpg

Wow, I've always wanted to do this. I'm now thinking of getting my hands on and old d70 and converting it for IR use. Galing!!

ruel,

your IR photos are really great!!! now i want to have a cam converted just like yours!! :D


anyway here are some of my latest IR

http://www.pbase.com/dni/image/66222348.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/dni/image/66222352.jpg


Amazing Photos Vernes.
Have your cam converted, you won't regret it.


ruel

http://www.pbase.com/dni/image/66222348.jpg



Holy freakin' sh*t Batman! :D

Mighty Fine IR work here Vernes! Love the colour. :)

Ruel, will think about it :)


thank you Earl! :)

@ Vernes

Cool IR photos... Paturo naman! :)

@ Vernes

Cool IR photos... Paturo naman! :)

Naku... :D Gastos nananaman 'yan Joel... :) ouch...

Naku... :D Gastos nananaman 'yan Joel... :) ouch...

hahaha... hiram na lng ... :)

Wow! Really nice pictures in this thread.

I was just checking out the pricess of the IR filters and boy, they are expensive!
Might as well get a used D50 or D70 and then mod it.

@ Vernes

Cool IR photos... Paturo naman!

sure!! pero honestly i know the very basic lang!!! :Grin: it was only my 2nd try.

anyway here are some more

http://www.pbase.com/dni/image/66222346.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/dni/image/66222354.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/dni/image/66222357.jpg

wow! sobrang galeng. i'm inspired to try it myself. cant wait for my IR Hoya filter to arrive. thanks for sharing guys.

hi peeps, It's been raining so hard here...not so much good results for IR, anyway here are some that I manage to shoot this sunday morning...

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/66594176.6iqJUMFF.airport3.jpg

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/66593841.FUw55YP5.melayu.jpg

ruel

amazing photos and very inspiring. ask ko lang how to achieve this photos w/o converting dslr to ir .

amazing photos and very inspiring. ask ko lang how to achieve this photos w/o converting dslr to ir .

Hi Don,


You can use an IR filter, like a Hoya R72.

ruel

sir ruel
thanks man

ganda talaga... does anyone convert here in the philippines? :)

Hi Don,


You can use an IR filter, like a Hoya R72.

ruel


where can you buy this IR filters? wala sa quiapo and aperture?
ty

@Vernes

I have read the conversion process thoroughly at www.lifepixel.com and I am confident I can do it on my own gear. I am going to wait for the urge to become irresistable before I scout around for a used DSLR body that's out of warranty already.

where can you buy this IR filters? wala sa quiapo and aperture?
ty

I think the guys based in Manila should know. :)
I have one collecting dust in my Dry Cabinet, Dia 77, not much use for me anymore. :Thinking: I bought it in Singapore.

ruel

try to contact dindin lagdameo :) i got my Hoya IR filter from her


where can you buy this IR filters? wala sa quiapo and aperture?
ty

Dave,

thanks for the link. won't read it muna to resist the urge!! haha :Grin: probably next year nalang....


@Vernes

I have read the conversion process thoroughly at www.lifepixel.com (http://www.lifepixel.com) and I am confident I can do it on my own gear. I am going to wait for the urge to become irresistable before I scout around for a used DSLR body that's out of warranty already.

another IR Photo from my sunday shoot

http://i.pbase.com/o4/63/4763/1/66593875.KfIqnQ85.airport1.jpg

ruel

tama na yan!!! :D i am already having a hard time resisting on buying a 2nd body and have it converted to IR :D hehehe

tama na yan!!! :D i am already having a hard time resisting on buying a 2nd body and have it converted to IR :D hehehe

Don't let yourself suffer..buy buy buy...then have it converted....:D


ruel

Don't let yourself suffer..buy buy buy...then have it converted....:D


ruel

Wow 'yan ang advice! :D he he he... Bili na daw Vernes! :Grin:

very much inspired by your IRs Ruel. Nag-attempt na rin ako, but not converted cam only R72. My very first attempts, a series of about 20 different settings. nag-eexperiment pa. thanks for the inspiration.

http://static.flickr.com/82/245484854_922cd0f418_o.jpg
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