Sunrise through Redwoods
Sunlight filtering through towering redwoods and fog.
Sunlight filtering through towering redwoods and fog.
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Location
I took this photo from a turnout along the highway on my drive to work.Time
This photo was taken at approximately 8:45am.Lighting
The time of day coupled with a thick marine layer from heavy waves meant as the sun was just rising up over the ridge and shining through the trees the light was caught on the ocean mist in the air illuminating it yellow. This lighting only lasted for a few minutes before the sun moved too much and the mist cleared out in the light breeze. I had to position myself just in the right place to maximize the glowing mist but keep the sun from over exposing the scene.Equipment
This photo was taken very simply with camera and lens. No other equipment was used.Inspiration
As I was driving to work I was inspired by the amazing lighting and the soft filtering of that light through the heavy mist. I thought it really showed the diversity of the environment near where I live.Editing
This photo received minimal post processing some light cropping and minor color correction. I also played a little bit with exposure to get just enough details out of the foreground while preserving the details in the light rays.In my camera bag
When I took this photo my camera bag consisted of my D7000 with a regular assortment of lenses from wide angle, 35mm prime, telephoto, and macro lens. Now I have adjusted since then and I regularly carry a super telephoto for birds and wildlife. All my gear is always in one of two Mindshift Gear backpacks I have. I also always make sure to have a rocket blower, lens brush, extra batteries, and other non photography related tools just in case.Feedback
As with many of my photographs timing is everything. Scouting or knowing your environment very well and then waiting for the right conditions and time of day to be there. As I am leaving my house I can observe the current conditions and it will tell me where the best photos will be and what I can expect out there.
