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FollowA pair of Oyster Catchers enjoying a golden morning at Rabbit Island Nelson NZ
A pair of Oyster Catchers enjoying a golden morning at Rabbit Island Nelson NZ
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Taken at Rabbit Island, Near Nelson New ZealandTime
Around 6 am in the morning.Lighting
A nice sea mist was just being lit up by the rising sunEquipment
Nikon D800 - An old 80-200 push pull lens, Gitzo tripod, no filters.Inspiration
Loved the whole scene with the colours and mist, then I noticed the two Oyster catchers so went to find a position that would enhance them in the backgroundEditing
Yes, Lightroom, pulling out some shadows and toning down some lightIn my camera bag
Nikon D800, Sigma 50mm Art, 24mm Art, Nikon 80-200, Sturdy Gitzo Tripod, Breakthrough filtersFeedback
Its really about the light, time of day is so important, if you are on location at sunrise chances are sooner or later some magic will happen.