The road to Mt. Cook, New Zealand
The road to Mt. Cook, New Zealand
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This photo was taken standing on the road leading to Mt. Cook. It was taken hand held stood in the middle of the road. I remember that it was difficult to compose, not because of the traffic but rather because of the sand flies that would eat you alive if you stood still.Time
I believe it was in the afternoon.Lighting
This image was taken when I was just starting to get into photography and didn't really appreaciate the finer elements of getting a good photo. I suppose if I could go back there again I'd try to get the shot at Dawn or sunset. Might also be a nice blend with either star trails of a galaxy sky I suppose.Equipment
Hand held Nikon D70s with a kit lens. Probably taken in fully automatic mode.Inspiration
I could see what I thought would make a great composition with the road being a fantastic lead-in line to the mountains in the background.Editing
Some minor dodging and burning in photoshop.In my camera bag
I've moved on a little from the D70s and am now very lucky to have a great setup. Probably far too much for my abilities really. Body Nikon D810 Nikon lenses 16-35 F4, 24-70 F2.8, 70-200 F2.8, 105 F2.8 Micro, 50 F1.8. Lee Filters - NDs, ND grads hard and soft, Little & Big Stopper, Landscape polariserFeedback
I'm really not qualified to offer advice to others as I'm very much an amateur myself. What I would say is that this shot shows that you don't need the latest, most expensive kit to get shots. You only need the will to get out there and an appreciation of the beauty that surrounds us.