Pink Glow
Sunset in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. I was experimenting with using a prism, so the radial effect was created in-camera.
Sunset in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. I was experimenting with using a prism, so the radial effect was created in-camera.
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NIKON D750
Aperture 18/10 ISO 1600 Shutter 1/160 Focal Length 500/10 
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, MX
May, 2022Views
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Location
I took this photo from our balcony overlooking the '5 de Diciembre' neighborhood of Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico. The steeples belong to the church 'Iglesia Biblica Cristiana'. Although the ocean is only a few blocks away, this is a quiet and inviting neighborhood.Time
This was taken right as the sun was setting over the ocean, creating the amazing pink and gold glow. Because this was a practice shoot, to teach myself how to use various prisms, I was working quickly to see what kinds of effects I could get. The sun was quickly setting, and the light was changing with every moment.Lighting
This image is part of a series. I wanted them to look softmand welcoming. The pink and gold warm tones tie the series together.Equipment
This was shot on a Nikon D750, with a 50mm lens. I was using a radial prism held in front of the lens, to create the circular reflection of the church spires.Inspiration
My husband and I had only lived in Mexico for a few weeks at this time. Since we were going through many major life changes, I wanted photography to help as a form of relaxation and fun, to bridge the transition from my previous 15 years spent as a busy wedding and portrait photographer, to our new life traveling. I decided to experiment with tilt-shift and prisming techniques. The scenery of Puerto Vallarta makes a beautiful backdrop, and the sunset over the ocean and beaches gives amazing colors. This particular shot was my attempt to use the radial effect softly, as it can be easily quite exaggerated.Editing
My post-processing is always fairly simple; I use Lightroom to make minor adjustments.In my camera bag
I always carry two Nikon D750 camera bodies. I primarily use a 50mm, a 24-70mm mid-range zoom, and a 100mm macro (my longest lens). Now that I'm traveling, I carry a Rokinon 24mm tilt-shift, for landscapes and portraits, along with a vintage Polaroid camera and a modern "vintage-esque" PaperShoot camera. My light bag contains four speedlights, each with various MagMod modifier options, two lightstands, and a (rarely used) tripod. Of course, I always prisms, extra memory cards, batteries, assorted bungee cords, gaffers tape, and other things that might come in handy. I use a BlackRapid camera strap, if shooting with one camera; and I use a HoldFast double camera strap, if shooting with both cameras.Feedback
I'm still teaching myself prisming techniques, so I'm in no way a master. But I've learned that the results are better with a wide aperture. Don't forget to take off your lens hood, so the prism can rest closely against the lens.
