Sunrise through the sprinkler wheels
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April 01, 2015
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Location
I am pretty much a self taught photo enthusiast and love experimenting with my camera and different scenarios. I took this at my parents farm in WA state.Time
This is definitely one of my most liked images. I wanted some sunrise photos, so I got up very early one morning and shot at a couple different locations on my parent's property that I had scoped out earlier. I happened to be at this location just as the sun was peaking up over the mountains and was able to quickly get off a few shots before it was all the way up. I don't remember the exact time this was taken but at sunrise so probably around 6:30 or 7:00 AM one summer morning.Lighting
I love the feel of the "golden hour" in my photos, so I was definitely going for that look.Equipment
I used my Canon 70D with my 24-105mm lens on it. I don't remember if I used a tripod or not, but I often do for my landscape photos.Inspiration
I wanted a sunrise photo that showed something about life on the farm and when I saw these old sprinkler wheels up against the fence, I knew that would be a great foreground for the sun coming up over the mountains.Editing
I did very little post processing. Imported into Light Room and minimal adjustments for highlights and shadows.In my camera bag
I have a rather small camera bag with all my essentials in it. My Canon 70D body along with my 3 lenses. A 24-105mm, 75-300mm and 100mm macro. All canon lenses. I also carry an extra battery and SD card in case I need them. I have a SunPak Ultra Pro 423 tripod that I also use at times for my landscape photos, but it is not real heavy, so I can only use it if there is no wind!! Of course, I also carry a soft cloth and air brush to get rid of dust if it gets on my lenses. I also carry a flashlight in case I need it for night photography or setting up in the dark or early morning hours.Feedback
If you are trying for a "golden hour" or sunrise photo, I recommend looking ahead of time for a spot that you think will be good so that it won't take you long to find the "right" spot. Go early enough that you have plenty of time to find the best angle and location for what you are trying to capture because once the sun starts to come up, you have a very short amount of time to get rays like this photo portrays. Also, don't leave right away, as the sunrise is always changing and you might find something that you weren't planning on, if you wait around "to see what happens." Don't be afraid to go back again and again if you have the opportunity until you get something you are happy with. Happy shooting!
