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Waiting for it to snow, in the Sugar Pine Forest, near Tumbarumba, NSW, Australia

Waiting for it to snow, in the Sugar Pine Forest, near Tumbarumba, NSW, Australia
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upload_dateAug, 2015

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11 Comments |
jameskeithharwoodii
 
jameskeithharwoodii January 22, 2016
I love perspective shots like this - awesome glow from the sky here....superbly beautiful.
reneeknox
 
reneeknox January 22, 2016
fabulous shot !
CTorresCastillo
 
CTorresCastillo January 24, 2016
very good job
joycealicesmith
 
joycealicesmith January 24, 2016
Great capture! Congratulations on winning People's Choice!
moniqueelferink
 
moniqueelferink January 26, 2016
Fabulous shot!
brian19869
 
brian19869 February 04, 2016
This photo gives me the vibes that the heavens and the earth separated at this point. WOW!
kiwiamber
 
kiwiamber February 08, 2016
This one should be in the vertical photo contest, it's awesome!
ShadowfoxCreative
 
ShadowfoxCreative February 18, 2016
Fantastic shot
nandicmb
 
nandicmb March 19, 2016
Congratulations on both your wins!
JeffreyA
 
JeffreyA July 13, 2016
Awesome shot
hafgodol
 
hafgodol November 11, 2016
All that's missing is ewoks and speeder bikes!! Awesome shot!!

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Behind The Lens

Location

This photo was taken at the Sugar Pine Walk near Laurel Hill in NSW Australia. It is in a highland area which generally receives snow each year. If your lucky enough to be there at just the right times, you can experience the majestic tall trees either surrounded in mist, or the grounds and canopies blanketed in fluffy white snow.

Time

This spot can be photographed most any times of the day. The lighting and weather conditions mean it's a very dynamic location.

Lighting

Lighting can be challenging when it's clear with bright skies, though not enough to avoid the bright times of day. Lighting is very dynamic under the canopy meaning you can achieve very different, but pleasant results right through the day no matter the conditions.

Equipment

Sony A7r and Zeiss FE 16-35mm lens. Manfrotto Tripod and head combination.

Inspiration

We were visiting the area for a family ski holiday not too far away. The weather wasn't great for skiing on the first day, so with the guidance of a friend who lives in the area, we spend the day exploring nearby areas for photographic opportunities. The awesome tall trees and mist made taking a few shots here compulsory.

Editing

Very little post processing. Some minor colour enhancements out of the RAW file, the normal lens corrections, highlight / shadow recovery and minor sharpening.

In my camera bag

For landscapes I carry my A7r, Zeiss FE 16-35, a 55mm vintage Minolta lens, and often 20 & 24mm Canon FD 2.8's for some fun. 3 and 10 stop ND filters, a Polarizing filter, spare battery (A must with the A7r) and that's about it.

Feedback

Keep an eye on the weather in the mountains, it changes rapidly, and weatherproof jackets are a must. Be prepared for lighting to change rapidly, and take advantage of those for variety. Be patient and wait for the conditions if you have something in mind. Early to mid morning is likely best for moody lighting. It's a popular little walk, so keep watching as people walk by. As they look up to explore the tops of the trees, the contrast of people among these tall trees can add another dimension to the image.

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