Little Guy
Found this little guy by the creek at Indian Ladder Falls.
Found this little guy by the creek at Indian Ladder Falls.
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I took this photo at Indian Ladder Falls in Bushkill, Pennsylvania. A creek ran through the trail from a waterfall. There were so many frogs living there, it was amazing to see. This little guy was hanging out on a rock, just posing for his close-up.Time
This photo was taken on August 20, 2016 at around 1 in the afternoon. I remember I had taken this the first time I passed the creek. On the way back there weren't nearly as many frogs, and the ones that were there were too camera shy for me to get close enough for a picture. I was ecstatic I had taken the photo when I did!Lighting
All natural lighting was used for this photo. It was afternoon, so the sun was pretty much right above me, which gave the area perfect lighting for this. I'm a fan of using pure natural light, especially for animal and nature photos.Equipment
This was shot on a Nikon D5200 with the standard kit lens, a Nikkor 18-55mm.Inspiration
My love for wildlife always inspires me to get out and take pictures. Once I saw so many frogs around the water, I knew I couldn't stop until I found one that I could get close enough to for a photo. I was highly motivated to get this shot as soon as I saw this beautiful frog.Editing
I didn't do much editing with this photo. Just some brightness, contrast, and saturation adjustments were all that needed to be done.In my camera bag
I try to be prepared for any photo opportunities, so I keep my Nikkor 18-55mm lens as well as my Sigma 35mm lens in my bag. Both lenses are very light and easy to travel with. I also have a UV filter and several battery accessories in my bag, such as extra batteries and portable chargers. The last thing you want is for your battery to die right went you're about to take a great shot!Feedback
Have patience. Animals tend to be quick to leave the scene, especially if there's only a small distance between you and your subject. A fast shutter speed is a great way to help you get a sharp and quick shot, even if the subject is a little antsy. If possible, staying a decent distance away, using a tripod and a lens with a good zoom is a great way to go. You'll have a much smaller chance of scaring the animal away and a bigger chance of getting that perfect shot.
