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Children playing in an installation in Nantes, France

Children playing in an installation in Nantes, France
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Canon EOS 5D Mark III

settings

Aperture f/7.1 ISO 100 Shutter 1/400 Focal Length 105/1

upload_date

Oct, 2018

Views

1506

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Awards

Contest Finalist in Monochrome Addiction Photo Contest

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Peer Award

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Superb Composition

Absolute Masterpiece

Top Choice

Outstanding Creativity

Magnificent Capture

Superior Skill

All Star

Virtuoso

Genius

Emotions

Impressed

+16

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Relaxed

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Behind The Lens

Location

This photograph was taken during my backpacking adventure in Europe, specifically at the Transfert Festival in Nantes, France. The agenda for the day was to immerse myself in the vibrant atmosphere of the festival.

Time

As the sun set, I entered the Transfert Festival in Nantes, France, eager to explore. A metal snake head at the entrance caught my eye, spewing water and creating a mist in the fading light. I captured the scene backlit, highlighting the mist and silhouetting children playing nearby. It was a magical moment blending art, nature, and innocence

Lighting

The backlighting in the photograph was chosen purposefully for a couple of key reasons. First, it brings out the depth and dimension of the scene, making the mist created by the water spray from the metal snake head installation more prominent. This mist adds a sense of mystery and captivates the viewer's gaze. Second, backlighting creates striking silhouettes, like the ones of the children playing in the mist, adding drama and wonder to the image. These silhouettes highlight the human element amidst the atmospheric surroundings, further enhancing the overall appeal of the photograph.

Equipment

Canon mark lll ef 24- 105mm handheld shot without the tripod

Inspiration

I was inspired to take this photo by the captivating atmosphere of the Transfert Festival in Nantes, France. The metal snake head installation caught my eye with its dynamic water spray, creating a mesmerizing mist. The combination of the mist, backlighting, and the playful silhouettes of children immersed in the scene sparked my creativity and compelled me to capture the moment. The interplay of light, water, and human interaction in that magical setting inspired me to freeze that fleeting moment in time through my lens.

Editing

Cropping and black and white conversion in camera raw.

In my camera bag

canon mark lll body, ef 24-105mm, Tiffen grad nd and nd filters, Velbon sherpa travel tripod, Speedlite 430EX III flashes

Feedback

To capture scenes like this, it's crucial to study the light and stay prepared. Always have your camera ready and be adaptable, ready to react to unexpected moments. Pay attention to details and experiment with different angles and compositions. By staying observant and flexible, you'll be able to capture magical moments like this one with ease.

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Children playing in an installation in Nantes, France

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