Rusty Glider II
This is a close up of an antique glider seat that lives in my garden. I purchased it from an antique seller after seeing it sitting out front of their business ...
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This is a close up of an antique glider seat that lives in my garden. I purchased it from an antique seller after seeing it sitting out front of their business for months.
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Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi
Aperture 8/1 ISO 100 Shutter 1/125 Focal Length 40/1 
Largo, Florida, US
Jun, 2016Views
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Location
This was taken in my backyard at a former house in Florida.Time
I’m not quite sure but likely mid morning, when the sun is not too high and bold but still warm and soft.Lighting
I found this antique rusty glider bench at a lovely local shop and persuaded them to let me purchase it. I also gave the shop owner a copy of one of the photos I took of it in my garden. Apparently it used to be party of a carriage or wagon. I love the craftsmanship, color and curves of this old glider and way the rust is taking it over bit by bit.Equipment
I used my Canon 70D, handheld, no flash just natural light and no filters.Inspiration
I fell in love with this piece at a local shop using it as a display. The style and color grabbed my attention and I had to own it. It looked beautiful in my garden and with the warm summer lighting it just glowed. It’s still with me at a new house and happily nestled in my garden with an undergrowth of pale green ivy.Editing
Not much, a the lighting was so beautiful that day. Bumping up the color a wee bit, cropping as needed was about all that was necessary.In my camera bag
My Canon 70D, and a 200mm zoom lens are about all I carry besides extra cards!Feedback
For me photography just comes naturally. I think my best advice is: shoot what you love. try different angles (and don’t be afraid to look silly doing it!) and time of day. And, always look up!
