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Pretty Yellow Hibiscus after the rain
Pretty Yellow Hibiscus after the rain
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Aug, 2018Views
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Behind The Lens
Location
This photo taken obviously after the rain, right after! There is a beautiful hedge in central Maui that has these big yellow blooms.Time
A cloud filled day and morning this past summer.Lighting
Often Maui's beautiful sunshine filled days can be a challenge to shot.The sun can be very bright so I was delighted to get this one in low light as the skies were filled with out rainclouds, light grey's and whites but provided good light for this shotEquipment
This was taken with a Sony A 7RII, no flash, as only natural light was needed. HandheldInspiration
Maui landscapes, beach scenes, and seascapes are always inspirational to shot! I like the detail I got in this shot and how the rain drops grace the pedals without weighing them down, it just worked. I think for me it is about being creative and using My vision to do it. I know in todays world many great shots can be created in the software but I aspire to capture the shot naturally & emphasis it's beautyEditing
I did very little post processing only enhancing what is already there pulling out the detail & color. I use Photoshop, Corel Lightroom& Topaz Labs Plug insIn my camera bag
I primarily use the Sony A 7RII with a SEL 18-200mm F 3.5-6.3 lens. I also carry a backup , the Canon Rebel 5 but rarely use it anymore. Although the Canon is not my favorite, one never knows when I will need those lenses or the camera. It is always wise to carry MORE. In my backpack extras of everything including car chargers, plenty of batteries and memory cards as I shoot in RAW format.I carry also the tripod and monopod with me and an umbrella, flashlight, and Macro tubes.Always learning and so my equipment grows with it. I don't forget the business cards and ipad. I try to be prepared for any shot that could come along.Feedback
I am a landscape photographer primarily so I need Patience and lots of it at times! With the wind and rains or very bright sunlight getting focus and angles are key.I did not think taking Macros would be so addicting but it is and there are plenty subjects for me to practice on in Maui beautiful landscapes. Practice, know your camera, and more practice to get to know your camera!! Take risks, shoot outside your comfort zone and get creative, get low, get high, shoot in the dark, shade and sun, shoot everything and then go with what feels right for YOU.
