The Row
An evening watching the Dragon boats row their way up and down the Humber River into Lake Ontario.
An evening watching the Dragon boats row their way up and down the Humber River into Lake Ontario.
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May, 2016Views
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Location
I live in Park Lawn which is a small neighborhood located in Etobicoke, Toronto. I can easily walk to the Humber River and so I did! From the top of a cliff called the Dead End, I was able to capture the action taking place on the water.Time
I went to watch the sunset just before 8PM and the changes appeared over the course of an hour. I remember going to the cliff to capture photos of the sunset, but it wasn't just the sunset that captured me! Everything around me seemed to glow and I just waited for the right moment to snap this shot.Lighting
I've taken photos of people boating before, but nothing like this. The sunset definitely played a huge role in lighting, in combination with the water itself of course. Although, it wouldn't have been the same without the angle.Equipment
I shot this with my FujiFilm FinePix S8600. It is a 25-900mm and offers a 36x Optical Zoom which I think is great for beginners. It is fairly compact, so it is a good choice if you do not want to carry larger equipment and is reasonably priced. However, I am ready for an upgrade.Inspiration
The effect the sun created on the water, sparked the idea of waiting for the next boat to row in. I had a feeling it would make for a great shot during those perfect moments of light and I ended up delighted with the results.Editing
Besides zooming in from where I was shooting from, I tweaked around with the shading slightly afterwards to give it a smoother look.In my camera bag
My FujiFilm camera and hiking necessities. I am self-taught and learning everyday. I hope to explore with more equipment soon!Feedback
The sunset was the light source I needed. Try taking photos during this time if you want similar lighting. It was also shot from a higher point, so try new angles too. I believe looking around and relaxing encourages greater awareness of your surroundings, so enjoy the moment. It will help you notice a good shot when you see it and sometimes, even before it happens.
