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Taken at the UNESCO World Heritage Site Patan Durbar Square, Kathmandu. I watched this situation develop for a while, sadly nothing came of his attempt to impre...
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Taken at the UNESCO World Heritage Site Patan Durbar Square, Kathmandu. I watched this situation develop for a while, sadly nothing came of his attempt to impress the ladies.
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Canon EOS 7D

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Aperture f/2.8 ISO 100 Shutter 1/400

upload_date

Dec, 2013

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Behind The Lens

Location

I took this photo in Kathmandu after a 13 day trekking expedition to Everest Base Camp. Kathmandu is full of wonderful character. Temples line the streets and photo opportunitis are seemingly limitless.

Time

I'm not much of a morning person - especially when I've been on my feet carrying a rucksack for so long. So I most likely took this photograph in the afternoon.

Lighting

No elaborate lighting used for this image! I was however concious of the harsh sunlight so I found this spot that was in the shade.

Equipment

I used the robust Canon 5D Mk3 to capture this image and, for the majority of my time in Nepal, I had it hung around my neck. If it was tucked away in a rucksack I might have missed moments like theses. Attached was a 24-105mm F4 L lens which I find is a great allrounder.

Inspiration

The trek to Everest Base Camp passes through some absolute scenery so landscape photographs of the majestic Himalayas were the norm. After the trek I still had wanderlust but wanted to do something different. Rather than chasing the photo I simply got comfortable in a good location and waited patiently for the moment to happen. I think I was lucky.

Editing

Post-processing is minimal. I have a default setting that I apply when importing photos into Lightroom. It simply lifts shadows, reduces highlights and adds contrast. No doubt I shifted a few other sliders and added a hint of vignette.

In my camera bag

As well as the camera and lens already mentioned I also carry the fantastic 70-200mm 2.8 L. It's a heavy beast but worth the effort when the opportunity presents itself. I also carry a couple of EX580ii with Pocket Wizard wireless flashes which I used to good effect inside the Tea Houses we stayed in. I've a sturdy Manfrotto tripod to which I used to help capture beautiful sunrises and sunsets with Everest as the backdrop.

Feedback

The trek to Everest Base Camp is physically challenging and the altitude makes it particularly difficult. However, the pace is steady and there's no excuse not to stop and take photos. After the trek take a few days to explore the numerous sights around Kathmandu. It's simply fantastic.

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Flash the Cash

Taken at the UNESCO World Heritage Site Patan Durbar Square, Kathmandu. I watched this situation develop for a while, sadly nothing came of his attempt to impre... Read more

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