Stockyard Loading Ramp
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Location
A little bit of historical past of our local area. This image was taken on the outskirts of an industrial are in my local town on the side of the road, basically 2 km from the town centre. At the back of the image is bush and wildlife sanctuary whilst to the immediate right is a house and fence and back of the top right corner is the industrial estate, so getting the right angle was of high importance to make this image work.Time
The timing was important to bring out the colours of the historical features of the timber work and because of this it was taken early to mid one Summers afternoon just prior to an oncoming thunderstorm with darkened overhead clouds.Lighting
Just natural lighting immediately prior to the golden hour at sunset. No flash, just exposure and in camera settings. ISO 200 Exposure 1/250 @f3.5Equipment
Camera was a Canon 450D, Lens EF35-105/f3.5-4.5 Focal length 43mm hand heldInspiration
I am avid clicker of anything old, historical or any interesting broken items. Too many of these types of things just go by or rot away without reference to who built or used them. Also by taking these types of images it is a record for what may be used as props for outdoor portraiture and can shown to potential clients to peruse.Editing
Yes, but very little. Firstly shadows were darkened and clarity lifted to suit while exposure was left alone. Then it was converted Black & White where the temp was adjusted to my liking.In my camera bag
Other than the Canon 450D, I have 2 prime lenses, an EFS 18-55 and the EF 35-105 both of which I use equally. Then there is an external Mecablitz 30BCT 4 flash for those occasions I may need extra lighting, then comes a Velbon monopod and a tripod (don't ask me by who, as it that old & damaged by use) but it still works and of course the remote trigger for tricky tripod shots. Also I carry with me a Sigma 105-600 lens when needed.Feedback
A lot of photographers will tell about the golden hour and while this is good advice don't be afraid to take photos during any time of the day or night. Even a a midday image can produce amazing results if the lighting conditions suit to the overcast sky or any other discrepancy, mother nature can be very spectacular at times, just be prepared. Also if the image you capture is not what you expected don't be afraid to go back time and time again until you get what you are looking for.
