Follow the Light into the Redwoods
Canon EOS 6D
Aperture 8/1 ISO 2000 Shutter 1/30 Focal Length 24/1 
Redwoods, California, US
Aug, 2021Views
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Location
During a drive through the California Redwoods, we stopped to take a walk in the beautiful giant trees. I followed a narrow path into the woods and found this gorgeous clover ground cover covering the whole area with only the path leading through! It looked like a beautiful storybook scene!Time
The late afternoon in the Redwoods provided a more gentle light. The Sun that time of day is high enough to filter through the trees, but much softer and creates more of a golden glow than midday harsh sun. I also loved how the sun peaked through and around the towering trees, especially over the leading line of this little pathway!Lighting
I wanted to shoot an image that would have a warm and enchanting storybook feel of the Redwoods. Light bursting through the trees is one of the most effective ways to draw the eyes into a forest image and spark the imagination! I looked for a spot on the path that the light would highlight the curved path and be the main focus.Equipment
I used a tripod and my Canon 6D with the Canon 24-70 2.8L lens. I also shot images and video footage with my IPhone too.Inspiration
There is absolutely no way for me to take a drive through this dreamy location without being inspired to stop and try capturing it's beauty with a camera in my own unique style. In fact, the Redwoods are one of the most magical places on earth and one of my top 5 favorite locations in the entire US! The combination of the tall, huge trees, ferns, clover ground cover, and the fresh mountain air filled with a fragrant smell of pine always evokes a fairytale scene in the imagination!Editing
I brought up shadows and brightened the overall image and also used dodge and burn tool to add some drama to help draw the eye to the sunburst. I also did some color correction and added an Orton effect.In my camera bag
I carry the Canon 6D, Canon 24-70 2.8L lens, Canon 70-200 2.8L lens, flash and tripodFeedback
Redwoods are so thick in places that it gets dark earlier than anywhere else, so mid afternoon is actually a good time to do some shooting or early morning. It is a good idea to use a tripod help steady the camera and to compose it easier. I also encourage everyone to not allow the tripod to trample or for people to walk on the ground foliage or damage it in any way. Please be very careful to leave everything exactly as you found it. In other words... leave no footprints! These national parks only stay beautiful if we respect the natural and fragile beauty of it. It is a good idea to use a tripod help steady t
