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This image was taken during one of my evening walks around my hometown of Fair Oaks, CA. I often take my camera when walking my dog, and love to take images of things that people pass by everyday without a second thought.Time
It was evening in the Village, otherwise known as Old Town Fair Oaks, CA. I had been casually meandering through town, photographing different things that I happened upon. I noticed this ornamental grass on the corner, and was fascinated by the spiral fronds and the way the sunset was lighting it from behind.Lighting
This photo was taken using natural light. I happened upon this lovely grass at the right time of day. The sunset created the perfect backdrop, with enough light to illuminate the spiraled grass while also creating a dynamic contrast.Equipment
The image was captured using a Nikon D80 with a 28-105mm macro lens. I did not use a tripod or any additional lighting.Inspiration
This image is the perfect example of my style, which is basically happenstance. I don't really plan out my photos very well. I usually simply go out and find things to photograph, without any previous thought other than maybe I'll find something great! Also, I love spirals, and when I saw this grass in the sunset, I knew I needed to capture it.Editing
I used curves to brighten the image just a tad. I wanted the foreground to show a little more without disrupting the color of the sunset behind.In my camera bag
My equipment is generally just my Nikon D80 and Nikkor 28-105mm Macro lens. Although I do carry a wide angle 50mm Nikkor lens, I rarely use it. Mostly because I am usually photographing using the macro function on my 28-105mm. I also have several lens filters, wireless lighting transmitter and receiver, an Expodisc for calibration and white balance, a Nikon SB-800 Speedlight, a Sekonic light meter, a 107cm Gold/Silver Reflector Disc, a Bower wireless camera trigger remote, and various cords for different lighting. I also have studio lighting and various backgrounds for portrait photography sessions.Feedback
I tend to be very spontaneous in my approach to photography. I love to capture moments and images without too much planning. I was a portrait photographer for many years, and felt that too much overthinking, direction, planning, and posing tended to create unnatural feeling images. I soon applied a sort of "take it as it comes" approach, and began to capture people showing their truest feelings during fleeting moments. I do the same with my landscapes and macro images. I walk and observe, and capture what I see as best I can. My ideas tend to come when I'm in front of a subject. My advice would be to photograph how you feel comfortable. Some people are planners, some are perfectionists, some have little equipment, while others bring a studio wherever they go. I say when photographers do things their own way, with their own inspiration, it creates a more diverse environment for us to share images and ideas.