No Fish...
... and no wonder, as the hook is frozen deep within the block of ice. Another reason for no fish is because this did not happen in the Great Outdoors, but in m...
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... and no wonder, as the hook is frozen deep within the block of ice. Another reason for no fish is because this did not happen in the Great Outdoors, but in my icebox. I was experimenting with ice photographing at the time... :)
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This one was made at home. I froze a bait-hook for cuttlefish and squids in a block of ice (using my deep-freeze fridge compartment), and then arranged some lights around to arrive at this version.Time
Date/Time of the original photo was 20-Feb-08 17:03:32Lighting
Here's what the camera used: f/2.8, 1/30 sec, ISO 64, 0.00 eV, Flash Off, F/49.3 mm, Metering Mode: Pattern.Equipment
I used Sony DSC-F828 for this one. No added gear; the photo was made out of hand. I still mourn the irrepairable fault that killed that camera! But it did give me many years of intensive use, and I still think Sony should've kept that concept, and just modernize the tech inside. Of course, it will never happen, but still... it was one of Sony's most advanced concepts, even for today;s standards.Inspiration
True, it was not very adventurous, but I can remember the weather was not inviting to go outside, so I've had me some fun with what was at hand. This is an example of what I call "tabletop photography", where any small things can be arranged and the lighting is completely under your control. Worth experimenting with when the weather is not suitable.Editing
The photo is pretty much SOOC, except the final crop. That I did after I chose this one from the series.In my camera bag
For decades already I find it easier to carry a photo vest than any photo bag. It is more than enough to take along whatever I want or need for my photo session, walk or trip. My photo bags usually stay home or in the car, to keep the equipment I'm not using at the moment. My tripod has its permanent place in the car. The vest pockets usually contain two cameras. One of those is always waterproof. Sometimes I'll add a small action camera, mainly for its wide field of view and resistance to water and weather. Other pockets keep the spare batteries, ND and CPL filters, and one small camera clamp which can be fixed to almost anything. In many cases this can replace a tripod. The vest has deep pockets for longer lenses, and these usually hold a small water bottle, a sandwich, or a bar of chocolate - if I plan on being out for the whole day. I always pack about three meters length of paracord or similar strong, thin rope, one hefty pocket knife, and a lighter. Much can be improvised with these if need be. Recently I made it even easier, and take the essentials along in a waist pouch; one variable-volume McKinley. In the Outdoors, simplicity and comfort are my most important aspects!Feedback
You might be unwilling to go out, and have some spare time... so try arranging things to photograph at home. Various small objects can be embedded in ice, you can also arrange different backgrounds, and use any plastic dish to let it freeze! Choose some container form which makes it easy to take the ice block out, and don't forget to try some colored lights too! Enjoy!
