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Apr, 2014Views
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Location
The photo was taken at the 'Tubac Golf Resort and Spa' in Tubac, Arizona. This resort is where the movie 'Tin Cup' was filmed. I was inspired by the southwest and western theme through out the Resort grounds when I came across this old rustic wagon.Time
This photo was taken around 6:45 in the morning while taking walk around the Tubac Resort. The morning was cool and damp. It had rained the whole day and night before so the grounds were wet with dew. I wasn't sure I wanted if I wanted to attempt the damp air but it proved to be the best time of day for shooting.Lighting
Natural lighting was used in this shot. The sun had just risen and I wanted to catch a little of the sun rays coming through the top of the wagon.Equipment
My camera was a Nikon D7100 with a 18 to 300 mm lens. Settings, ISO 320. f5.6, 1/50 shutter speed at 30 mm. Hand held, no tripod or flash.Inspiration
I love the southwest and all the history that is holds. This Resort was a great place to walk, explore with many treasures to photograph.Editing
I played around with several different processes from color to sepia. I settled with black and white to bring out the character of the old west. Started in Light Room and then used plugin 'Topaz Adjust' to create the black and white image.In my camera bag
I generally carry Nikon D7100, Nikon D3000 camera body, 18-300 Nikon lens and a 50mm prime lens. Also have a speed light SB-600 Nikon flash.Feedback
Just get out every day and walk, explore the environment around you. Take advantage of the hotel and resorts when you vacation, they often have some of the best scenery for capturing amazing photo's.
