Fall along the Lewis
The Lewis River is famous for its fishing both along the banks and by boat.
The Lewis River is famous for its fishing both along the banks and by boat.
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This photo was taken at a popular fishing hole on the Lewis River where Cedar Creek culminates. Bank fishing is popular on both sides, besides using small fishing boats. It's near my home, so I go to photograph quite often. I'm self taught, so I'm also always trying different angles of composition and different lenses whenever I go.Time
I was driving around looking for fall foliage during late morning when I finally arrived here I was worried about the light on the water, but I wanted the light on the tree leaves. As it turned out, it was a hazy sky with enough light to brighten the fall foliage and not have too much glare on the water. Also, I had to be there before the fishermen left. This part of the river is difficult to photograph because it's at the bottom of hills in a gorge. The sun is either too bright or not there at all, it seems. A polarizing.filter, that I didn't have at the time, would certainly be an asset here.Lighting
Yes! This is a difficult place because of it's location in a gorge environment. A polarizer, in my opinion, would be very helpful because when the sun is out there's too much sun glare on the water. Early morning, before the sun hits the water would be best, because when the sun does present itself, it's high in the sky at this location, having to rise above the the hill and trees..Equipment
I used my Canon EOS 70D handheld at 1/30 sec. f/13 103mm, I also used a lens hood so I wouldn't get the sun on the lens, and is a good idea for this location. Another piece of equipment to use is a polarizing filter for water glare.Inspiration
There were the most amazing fall colors, and I knew the river was lined with many maple and alder trees, so it would be a perfect location. Also, I wanted more interesting elements other than a road that is so common in fall photographs. Knowing it was salmon and steelhead fishing season, I knew there would be a lot of activity at this location, too. This is where local knowledge is an advantage, and an important tool to use. Like the saying goes, location, location, location..Editing
My camera did a good job on this particular photo. I did a little cropping and slight saturation, I also pulled the highlights back some because I didn't have a polarizer. Lesson learned. I'm self taught, so I'm always learning something. At 82, you CAN still teach an old dog new tricks! LOLIn my camera bag
I usually carry my Canon EOS 60D with my wide angle Tokina SD 11-20 f 2.8 (IF) DX as it takes wonderful photos and fits in my budget. I also have my Canon EOS 70D with my Tamron 16-300 f/3.5-6.3 (because we.toured by motorcyclle and it was all I could take), but in bag normally. I also have a nice Canon EF 70-300 1:.4-5.6 IS USM that also does macro 1.5 meter and I have polarizer for those lenses. I also carry a metal whistle on a leather necklace that I wear in case of emergency. It's a good thing to carry some sort of noise maker to call for help if need be. Of course I have lens cloths. And a cheap shower curtain from the Dollar Tree to lay down on or kneel on for wet/damp areas to get low. And I carry a charged extra battery and a couple of extra SD cards. i carry the two cameras with the wide angle already attached because of windy conditions with sand and dirt. And, what if something happens to one of the cameras? I have a spare.Feedback
Here in the northwest, especially where I live, rain and cloudy conditions are frequent.. Depending on the time of year, dressing in layers is a good idea as is being prepared for rain from October to June, especially. Around water in creeks and rivers, and on plants after a rain, a polarizer should be with you. I find a lens hood also helps keep moisture off the front of your lens, so it's a good idea to have one handy. I've found that if I as a bank fisherman if I can photograph them from the back or side, they're most willing. Also, because of fishing times changing year to year, it's a good idea to call ahead to find out where and when (it changes with the water body) would be a good time to photograph with fishermen and boat. Generally, October is a sure bet.
