Top Of The Hill
Another take on the lone juniper tree and Balanced Rock that has become iconic in Joshua Tree National Park. I like that I was able to get the Milky Way in desp...
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Another take on the lone juniper tree and Balanced Rock that has become iconic in Joshua Tree National Park. I like that I was able to get the Milky Way in despite weather conditions. The clouds also give the sky a more dynamic look.
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Sep, 2016Views
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Location
This photo was taken in Jumbo Rocks campground in Joshua Tree National Park.Time
This image was shot at about 3am PST.Lighting
While light pollution in Joshua Tree is fairly minimal, given it's proximity to Los Angeles and surrounding cities, this photo actually benefitted from it. Since it was a partially cloudy sky it helped give some nice depth to the sky.Equipment
Canon 6D, 14mm, tripod. And I illuminated the juniper tree with my headlamp.Inspiration
I actually lucked into it because as popular as this spot is, I had never been to it. And it happened to be at the top of our campsite. The composition has a natural rule of thirds to it. And this is one of my favorite National Parks. So there was no lack of inspiration to be found.Editing
This image was edited in Lightroom only for color.In my camera bag
Most of my photography is done while exploring so I always make sure to have a camera bag that doubles for hiking. I'm especially fond of Lowepro gear. I always carry my Canon 6D, and add a 5D MarkIV when I have access to it. My two landscape lenses of choice are the Canon 16-35mm f2.8, and the Rokinon 14mm f2.8. If I'm not concerned with weight I was also have my Canon 24-105mm f4 and my Canon 70-300mm. Thanks for a tip from a friend that I like to shoot with, I've been into Gobe filters lately. I love the look they give me and their compact design. Plus they promote good environmental practices. Which is what we are dependent on as landscape photographers. I exclusively use Manfrotto tripods and heads. I just love the quality of their gear.Feedback
Work with your environment. We can plan for the best conditions for a shot. But nature has other plans sometimes. And the more you learn the photograph with the conditions the less frustrated you will be. I think it will ask make someone a better photographer. You don't learn by have ideal conditions all the time.
