LE LOUVRE
Jun, 2017Views
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Winner in Night At the Museum Photo Challenge
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Runner Up in City Of Love Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in City Of Love Photo Contest
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I took this picture in Paris in front of the Louvre museumTime
It was in the afternoon a very hot summer day, but it had just rained .I had no tripod and anyway, you had to take the shot quickly to avoid seeing the crowd coming back after this rain that had made flee from the world on the forecourtLighting
Although in the middle of the afternoon the light was soft thanks to the rain that had just fallen, the color was strengthened which allowed me to be able to work well in monochromeEquipment
Canon 5Dmark II F9 iso100 24mm no flash, no tripodInspiration
I really like the architecture of the Louvre, this mix between contemporary and old. Two different cultures for two different eras. Paris takes all its meaning here as the city of Love, it sees couples and lovers strolling in a dream setting. It exudes a soft and peaceful atmosphere. A moment of strolling in a mythical placeEditing
Only a work with lightroom to switch from color to monochrome and use the different layers of gray. Some radial filters to lighten some areasIn my camera bag
Most of time I take only my camera, 2 batteries and a light bag . A heavy bag is always a problem if you have to walk a lot .I take also my compact flash in spare. I only carried a tripod if necessary, and another camera lens if I think I need it .I also have a wide angle , but I do not use it for the scenery, I think that too flattened image except of course in some cases. I still also have a notebook and a pen to take notes .I usually let my battery charger in the hotel , my extra batteries enough for the day. The goal , always limit the weight because of my back problem , if I walk too long with too heavy material it spoils my pleasure to photo .I need to feel free and comfortable to make good pictures. I still also have a small compact in spare in case of failure .Feedback
Be patient, look around, wait for the decor to become the one we expect and work well on the framing.
