Spotted Doved
We received a bit of a reprieve in the way of a storm today, looked out the back window saw two ring neck doves soaking up the wet. ...
Read more
We received a bit of a reprieve in the way of a storm today, looked out the back window saw two ring neck doves soaking up the wet.
Read less
Read less
Jan, 2017Views
171
Likes
Awards
People's Choice in Wet Plate Simulation Photo Challenge
Peer Award
Superb Composition
Top Choice
Magnificent Capture
Absolute Masterpiece
All Star
Top Ranks
Top 10 rankTop 30 rank week 2Top 20 rank week 1Categories
Same photographer See allBehind The Lens
Discover more photos See all
Behind The Lens
Location
Photo was taken at the back of my unit on the spur of the moment. Back fence with the neighbours side of unit for a backdrop.Time
4:30 pm 15/01/2017 in the heat of the afternoon, a storm was moving through.Lighting
Overcast and rain no sun what so ever with the occasional lightning. Took the photo from under a canvas BBQ setting umbrella. Which created a fine mist of water over the lens glass which had to be wiped between shots.Equipment
Olympus Omd em-5, Lens, M.Zuiko 75-300mm telephoto, Aperture: 64/10, ISO: 320, Shutter Speed: 1/250, Focal Length: 246/1Inspiration
I was processing and uploading photos from the day before, there was a storm on the way with heavy rain. My wife came up stairs to tell me about the Spotted Dove sitting on the fence in the rain. I felt really sorry for him but also relived as he appeared to be enjoying the shower after a long hard, hot day. The photo was a challenge in as much as being under a canvas umbrella there was very little time between shots that I could not see through the lens from water on the lens.Editing
The only post processing was in google nik with exposure and brightness / contrast.In my camera bag
M.Zuiko 14-42mm, 45mm, 60mm Macro, 40-150mm and 75-300mm. Tripod, filters Cable release, interval timer. A Flash that is rarely used. I have a smaller bag which I use just for local shots and usually take 1 to 3 lenses depending on where I am going.Feedback
Be prepared for anything, all types of Weather. The diversity of colours and situations. I try to plan ahead for each trip / photo session however on this occasion I had to think on my feet. as its amazing how the weather and light can change your idea on the move. Don’t be afraid to move around using sneaker focus as it could mean the difference between a good shot and a great shot. My Favourite Quote: “Take nothing but pictures leave nothing but footprints, kill nothing but time.” – Unknown
