Edge of the forest
Stepped off the trail to find this beautiful spot
Stepped off the trail to find this beautiful spot
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Location
Field's pond in Maine offered this amazing view! I was walking the trail around the pond when I stumbled across this broken branch extending into the scene and seemed to draw my attention to the perfectly still reflection on the slightly overcast day.Time
I don't recall exactly the time as I had been walking around but it was late in the day.Lighting
The lighting was provided by the creator! It was perfectly positioned to draw ones eye from the darker area on the left to the brighter area on the right while enjoying the reflected sky and distant shoreline.Equipment
Nikon equipment is all I am using now. This shot was with a D600 and the 24-85 Nikkor lens. It was handheld waiting for that moment of perfect stillness before engaging the shutterInspiration
Bryan Peterson has been one of my biggest inspirations in taking shots for the pure joy sharing with others. I have read several of his books, watch his you tube channel and keep trying to encourage him to come to Maine to do a class, or just let me show him some areas and buy him a lobster dinner. In every field of work I have done, having a mentor to guide you has been beneficial. I also thoroughly enjoy every video put out by Gavin Hoey, Mark Wallace, Daniel Norton, Doug Mckinley, David Bergman, Tony Northrup and Corey Rich. Every time I can learn a new technique, see a new way for lighting or just be inspired to go shoot is a day I can improve my photos for others to enjoy.Editing
The only thing I remember doing in post was removing a couple of spots I thought were from the lens, but later found out it was sensor issue which Nikon repaired for me at no charge! If i were to work on this shot now after having some classes with photoshop, I would bring a little more pop into the colors and try to get a little more detail out of the sky and reflection. I shoot in RAW so I believe there is more I could pull out of the shadows as well. This shot has been one of the most commented on I have posted not only on VIEWBUG but other sites as well so to go in and change anything now would seem like I was destroying it.In my camera bag
I have upgraded now to a Nikon D-810 and still have the D-600. I carry a Vanguard Alta tripod, several lenses including the 24-85mm, 70-300MM, A 50 mm and a 105 macro. I also am getting into flash with the SB-900 and an SB910. When I can I bring my granddaughter equipped with my old reliable D-90. Reflectors and diffusers have joined the collection along with a color checker passport. The future holds a 24 mm 1.4 prime lens and a third flash.Feedback
IN New England where I live we are approaching the colorful fall so knowing where to go to get the best shots is crucial as "leaf peepers" ( tourists who get in the way) will be coming in by the busloads. A vantage point where you can get the shot without the crowd will bring you the most pleasure unless you really want to have pictures of people looking around and a colorful background. The astute photographer will be seeking that little wide place in the trail where you have a slightly higher, or lower viewpoint then others. In my home state of Maine, being familiar with the outdoors allows me to get to places seldom seen by anyone other than in the photo I share,your home town is your best chance of finding what others miss if you pursue it with a passion. I have been in the same downtown location at every season and come back with a different view of the same area usually a better shot then the previous one because I knew where not to go. I do have the area this was shot scouted for the coming fall, and if I can get there at just the right moment be prepared for an even better rendition of this wonderful neck of the woods.
