Derry city as seen from above
May, 2020Views
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Location
The photo was taken at the top of the big Wheel at the funfair in Derry. The top of the wheel boasts stunning views over the river Foyle and the funfair belowTime
The picture was taken at blue hour around 9pm. The sun had just set… perfect time to capture the lights of the funfair and the cityLighting
The lights of the city and the funfair stood out against the blue hue of blue hour in the cityEquipment
Nikon d750 with Nikon 16-35mm f4 lensInspiration
I always wanted to get a photo high up over the city using my slr. I have a fear of heights but decided to get up on the big wheel that night and face my fear. I poked my camera lens through the bars of the big wheel and took the pic.Editing
Some basic editing and colour contrast and levels adjustment in adobe LightroomIn my camera bag
Always carry Nikon d810 and or d750. Lenses 16-35 and 35 1.4 sigma lens.Feedback
Overcome your fears and go for it
