Island in the Net by Khürt Williams
Technology and Photography Musings. Established circa 2000.
The scene looking out the glass windows at Wills Eye Institute.
The eye specialist says that as we reduce the steroid dosage, we may see some of the swellings return. But for now, things look good. At the end of the week, after my last radiation treatment, I may have to return for another evaluation.
FujiFilm X-T2 + XF16-55mmF2.8 R LM WR @ (27.4 mm, f/5.6, ISO1600), © Khürt L. Williams
I think it's interesting that the best pizza in Philadelphia is from a place called N.Y.P.D.
After my treatment at the Bodine Center For Radiation Therapy, I had a follow-up appointment with my eye specialist. We checked in, and I was seen 5 minutes after that. Therapy was quick, about five minutes, and we had a lot more time than I expected between my treatment and my appointment. We strolled along 11th Street toward Walnut Street.
I stopped when I noticed the restaurant. I thought it was humorous. I think it's interesting that the best pizza in Philadelphia is from a place called N.Y.P.D.
When I started taking these “after radiation treatment” images, I wanted to use one of my vintage film lenses mounted to my Fujifilm X-T2 with Fotodiox lens adapter. I thought it would be cool.
But after a few weeks of shooting street scenes, I have learned that I often have just seconds to raise the camera to my face, compose, and push the shutter button. With time, I could learn to quickly focus the manual lens using the focus peaking feature of the Fuji.
Today’s treatment at Bodine Center For Radiation Therapy was short. Right after treatment, I had a consult with my radiation specialist. It’s all coming together. My eyes look better. She’s pleased with the results and wants to schedule a followup in six weeks.
We valet park the car. It's easier and gets me into the radiation therapy room sooner. While Bhavna waits for the valet to bring the car around, I am restricted to shooting between Sansom Street ad Chestnut Street. I have been trying to get the full length of this structure in my frame, but it was challenging. But today, the space on the street directly across from Milkboy was clear. I was able to dd a head-on image of the building with my Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 R LM WR lens.
