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Wapta Falls, Yoho National Park, BC.
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Location
This photo was taken at a remote campsite in the back roads of Yoho National Park, British Columbia, Canada. It is overlooking the famous 'Wapta Falls,' which we drove down to the following day to see it up close and take more photos.Time
After we arrived at the campsite, set up our trailer, and had dinner, my partner built a fire for us to roast marshmallows. It was October 10, 2015, so the sun was going down early. I'd estimate it was approximately 7pm.Lighting
It had been a cloudy day, but as the sun was going down, it lit up the mountain in a majestic way. The light on the mountain, the colour of the fire, and my partner's orange jacket all complemented each other and made for a great photo.Equipment
I used a Nikon D3200, handheld, with a Tamron 10-24mm lens. I shoot in manual mode, so no flash was used.Inspiration
Basically, I was in the right place at the right time. The lighting on the mountain, the fire, and my partner sitting in his camping chair with his cider in hand all made the scene inspiring to me.Editing
I like to keep my photos as close to natural as possible. I made a few minor touch-ups in Lightroom, and the photo was ready.In my camera bag
Along with my camera itself, I carry 10-24mm, 18-105mm, and 55-300mm lenses. I have UV filters on each lens, as well as polarizers and ND filters. I always carry cleaning cloths, a lens pen, and many spare batteries. I also carry a tripod with my bag for other conditions that may require one. I like to be well prepared.Feedback
When shooting nature photographs in the mountains, you have to prepare for any condition at any time. No matter what your intentions are, nature has control of what you shoot...but you have control of how you shoot. That's why I love the challenge. I would encourage others to be prepared and bring extra lenses or filters, even if they don't think they will need them. Conditions change fast. I'd hate to lose a photo opportunity because I didn't bring the right gear!