Eiffel Spin
Dec, 2013Views
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Location
This image was taken at the Eiffel tower in Paris France with a Carousel blur in foreground.Time
Evening twilight just after sunset.Lighting
Random cool clouds with declining light gave an ominous background with the carousel blur capturing the emotion of pure fun!Equipment
Nikon D600 no tripod handheld with my back to a wrought iron fence acting as my tripod. I challenge my hands to capture the blur while still tack sharp iconic Eiffel tower background with spot lighting to the heavens.Inspiration
I enjoy capturing special unique moments that transfer an emotional feeling of surprise of iconic scenes around the world.Editing
Honest I can't remember exactly but normally I shoot in raw convert to 16 bit image increase the exposure in this image because it was underexposed in camera and De-noise and balance white carousel blur light to give the sense emotion of awe surprise amazing! The eyes focus on the element white light first and lead into other elements Eiffel tower diminishing in size and color but pointing to the heaven with pillowy soft clouds opening slightly for the finale "Eiffel Spin". I was please with the outcome and hope it conveys the special emotion I was shooting for. :-)In my camera bag
Smaller the better. Usually full frame camera or other Nikon D600 in this case and a few lens that cover wide and distance subjects. Also lens cleaner extra battery some energy bars snacks head cap and gloves in cold situations. No bulky tripod by design discreet movement in and out of public venues. There were some dodgy looking fellows lurking about especially after dark but also many people so it was a comfortable outing.Feedback
Depending on your equipment but usually try to revisit a location prior to the actual shoot and just watch and enjoy the adventure. If you look for well know iconic scenes or well known to everyone it is usually busy but there are times in between the busiest which is when you return. In your scouting of the scene you should really use your senses without overthinking elements like lighting or massive amounts of people in image. let your mind connect with your subconscious in framing the angles and elements in the scene. Use your powers of observation in detecting good angles sight lines etc. Have fun! shoot away!!!
