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It is interesting how small children (and our pets!) perceive the world differently than we do. They are closer to the ground and see the grown-ups as "gia...
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It is interesting how small children (and our pets!) perceive the world differently than we do. They are closer to the ground and see the grown-ups as "giants". While waiting for the sunset at the Steveston Fisherman Wharf, we we were fussing with our Old English Sheepdog. I was down on my knees to give him tummy rubs and lots of hugs. This vantage point is what my puppy sees all day!
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2 Comments |
Yo_Double_R
 
Yo_Double_R December 13, 2016
Love this. In instagram, they call these type of shots #howlowcanyougograms.
Hopia79
Hopia79 December 15, 2016
Never heard of that, but thank you! :-)
DuffyDoherty PRO+
 
DuffyDoherty July 05, 2018
Great recognition of the scene's possibilities... Well done...
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Behind The Lens

Location

This was shot at the Steveston Fisherman Wharf in Richmond, Greater Vancouver Area (BC, Canada).

Time

While waiting for the sunset at the Steveston Fisherman Wharf, we we were fussing with our Old English Sheepdog. I was down on my knees to give him tummy rubs and lots of hugs. This vantage point is what my puppy sees all day

Lighting

The setting sun was directly in front of the camera which was shielded by the umbrellas.

Equipment

Canon 6D and 16mm-35mm.

Inspiration

It is interesting how small children (and our pets!) perceive the world differently than we do. They are closer to the ground and see the grown-ups as "giants". While waiting for the sunset at the Steveston Fisherman Wharf, we we were fussing with our Old English Sheepdog. I was down on my knees to give him tummy rubs and lots of hugs. This vantage point is what my puppy sees all day.

Editing

I played with curves to enhance color and contrast and lifted the shadows in Photoshop.

In my camera bag

I always bring a wide angle lens, remote shutter and filters with me.

Feedback

Shooting from different angles and levels should always be considered. I remember going back to a place I frequented in my childhood thinking how the place had shrunk. Being able to view the world through the eyes of a child can be rewarding.

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