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The Bean

The Bean is the core art piece in Chicago's Millennial Park. Stainless steel reflecting everything perfectly!

The Bean is the core art piece in Chicago's Millennial Park. Stainless steel reflecting everything perfectly!
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Canon EOS-1D X

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Aperture f/11.0 ISO 400 Shutter 1/200

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Jun, 2014

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Behind The Lens

Location

In the lakeside Millennial Park in Chicago. "The Bean" is a stainless Steel sculpture designed to enchant photographers!

Time

First light in the morning. Before the crowds arrive and begin cluttering the photo. The only others around at that hour were three videographers on special assignment from their Junior College photography class.

Lighting

I which there had been some clouds, but the early morning sun and dark blue sky was awesome.

Equipment

Canon EOS-1D X; Canon EF14mm f/2.8L II USM; f11 @ 1/200; ISO 400. Really Right Stuff Carbon tripod TVC-34 with a BH-55 Ball Head. Awesome equipment, and light enough to toss into a suitcase.

Inspiration

I saw a photo of "The Bean" and was determined to take my own photos the next time I had a few hours in Chicago!

Editing

I used Photoshop to remove myself and my equipment from the image.

In my camera bag

Since I do a lot of international travel, I carry a "sparse" bag. Bodies - Canon EOS-1D X, Canon 5D MKIII (Just in case one breaks down, or if I need rapid/multiple exposures. Lenses - Canon EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM, Canon EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM, Canon EF14mm f/2.8L II USM, Canon 2x Tele-extender. Stuff - Multiple batteries, CF/SD cards, camera cleaners and other small stuff.

Feedback

Arrive early to beat the crowds. If you want crowds, stand directly beneath "The Bean." Really fun pictures under there.

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