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An interesting staircase in Prague looks like a lightbulb

An interesting staircase in Prague looks like a lightbulb
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Canon EOS 5DS

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Aperture f/5.6 ISO 6400 Shutter 1/15 Focal Length 24/1

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Aug, 2017

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Behind The Lens

Location

This photograph was taken in the Grand Cafe Orient in Prague.

Time

I love taking photographs of interesting architecture, especially staircases. I visited this location in the afternoon but the time of day doesn't really matter for this location since it is an indoor scene.

Lighting

Lighting is a challenge here because of the dark interiors. The staircase was lit but not enough for me to be comfortable shooting handheld. I pumped up the ISO to beyond my comfort zone so as to get a steady shot.

Equipment

This was shot on a canon 5DS with a 24-105mm lens without flash. Setting up a tripod was not possible at the location.

Inspiration

I like to shoot interesting patterns and I find spiral staircases have a lot of character. I had heard about this location and since i was visiting Prague, I planned a visit there.

Editing

Theres not much post processing here other than a contrast and clarity boost. I reduced the noise to decrease the grain caused by the high ISO.

In my camera bag

Depends on the type of photoshoot. I carry a Canon 5DS, usually with a 24 - 105 mm and a 70 - 200 mm for street and portrait photography. For macro, a 100 mm with a ring flash is in the bag.

Feedback

Its best to carry a wide angle lens for this shot....the faster the better.

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An interesting staircase in Prague looks like a lightbulb

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