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Windmill park at sunset.
Windmill park at sunset.
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December 13, 2011
really really nice. I'm following you now in hopes to see more images like this. Great job!
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Location
This photo was taken in Kendallville, IN. It is a windmill museum next to city park land. The windmills are restored and cared for my a pretty dedicated group of volunteers.Time
This photo is looking west at sunset.Lighting
Like a lot of photos, I got lucky on the lighting. You have to be willing to show up early, be patient, and hope the sky co-operates. I got lucky with enough clouds to add some texture to the sky and allow the sun to light things up.Equipment
This was shot with a Nikon D5000 DSLR camera using the 18-55 kit lens. ISO 200, 55mm at F14. I laid on the ground on a towel, no tripod.Inspiration
I'm an avid outdoors person, and frequently take hikes in this park area. After taking some photos during the day, I decided to try to catch the windmills in shadow, with some sunset in the background. I was delighted with the results.Editing
I do as little post processing as possible. I find it tedious and would rather be out enjoying shooting. I use Nikon's ViewNX2 software, adding sharpening, and adjusting brightness and contrast to my tastes. The software is quick, easy to use, and does an excellent job of handling Nikon's NEF files, including the conversions to JPEG. I can't say enough about ViewNX2. The software is free, comes with the camera, or you can download it. I own Photoshop, and Lightroom, and I just use ViewNX2 for all the basics.In my camera bag
My camera bag is pretty small. I carry: My camera, two lenses, a spare battery and charger, a small flashlight, a lens cleaning cloth and wipes, a couple of USB flash drives, a USB cable, a spare SD card, and a wired shutter trip. My two lenses which I use for almost everything I do: Nikkor AF-S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 VR. and a Tamron SP 24-70mm F2.8 I own other equipment, but this kit goes with me everywhere I go. It's not very heavy, doesn't take up much room, and is there with me anytime I need it. The camera bag itself, is actually a small, insulated backpack. Everything fits in it, and the insulation acts as padding.Feedback
First, you don't need expensive gear. I did this with the kit lens that came with the camera. You just need patience. Scout out some nice locations, you may have to come back many times before you get the light and sky you want. Take many shots...the beauty of digital, no film to worry about. Try some different exposures of course. Oh, and dress for the conditions!!! You don't think about it, but you may have to be out there a while, and it gets cold, and damp at sunset. I took along a big beach towel to lay on so I didn't have to lay in the wet grass at night. It isn't any fun if you're miserable.
