Pink Dream
Jun, 2016Views
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Location
This photo was taken at Lowestoft, England one of our quintessentially pretty seaside beauty spots. It had been a beautifully sunny day and I was rewarded with this burst of strawberry pink at sunset! I love to capture the setting sun and all the different colours that are unique to each one. I am a self taught photographer who focuses more on the emotional connection than the technical. By that I mean, of course, I ensure I have the correct exposure but I tend to spend less time on ‘staging’ a shoot and more by just keeping my camera with me at all times and capturing impromptu moments that capture my eye and heart.Time
This was taken during sunset, possibly around 9pm as I believe I visited here in May. We were having a little break away in this charming town and were on our way back to the hotel after an evening meal when we were presented with this stunning explosion of Pinks. It was a delight to behold. I take my camera with me everywhere and it really paid off for me on this particular evening.Lighting
It was golden hour.Equipment
I only had my camera with me which at the time was a Nikon D7100 and a kit lens. I’ve since upgraded to full frame but this is still one of my favourite images. I used Matrix evaluation to meter and that was it.Inspiration
The huge display of colours. It truly was a vision to behold.Editing
I hadn’t really experimented much with Lightroom or Photoshop at this point. I think this was my first year with a decent camera. I would have lowered highlights and upped shadows for certain and maybe added a touch of vibrancy and contrast but little else.In my camera bag
I usually carry my Nikon D750 and nikkor 20mm 1.8 when I’m out and about. It gives great results for street photography and landscape. I also have a Nikon remote control that I use if I want to get in frame. Lately I have been doing more portrait/lifestyle photography and I use a Nikkor 70-200mm at 200 usually - the creamy bokeh it gives is stunning but this is a heavy lens so not usually one I carry all the time - gives great results though for both landscape and portrait.Feedback
Always be aware of the light. If you get the light right everything else falls in to place; look for leading lines and a focal point and take your time looking through your lens to make sure you have everything you want in the frame. Best tip - just take your time!
