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upload_dateNov, 2016

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Behind The Lens

Location

Kenfig National Nature Reserve, Ton Kenfig, Pyle, South Wales - This NNR is one of Wales' top sand-dune reserves, with all the special plants, birds and insects that depend on this type of coastal habitat for their survival. Situated on the edge of the reserve is Kenfig Pool, Glamorgan's largest lake. The rest of the reserve consists of a large expanse of sand dunes which lead to the coast and Sker Point, with lovely views across Swansea Bay to the Gower. On the western side of the reserve is the stark horizon of Port Talbot's industrial area and steelworks - a strange contrast that only serves to highlight the wild beauty of the reserve itself.

Time

I had stopped to visit Kenfig on the way back from mid wales. I had visited this site before on other occasions so knew the exact spot I wanted to take the image from. I arrived early evening, not sure of the exact time as I had previously took some images at Port crawl, but it was early evening just before the sun was setting.

Lighting

I wanted the image to look mysterious but calming. To achieve this a Lee big stopper filter was used to smooth cloud and water movement.

Equipment

This image was taken using a Canon EOS 5D Mark III, Aperture f/16, ISO 100, Shutter Speed 20/1, Focal Length 17/1. I also used a Frank Three Legged Thing tripod to stabilise the Camera while using a Lee Big Stopper Filter for a long exposure image.

Inspiration

After living in the area some years ago, it always amazed me that this peaceful, tranquil place could survive so close to such an industrialised area. The area is full of beauty, so anyone wishing to visit the area could spend a whole day there taking images from the costal perspective or inland views of beautiful sand dunes and wildlife. I was inspired to take this image of the solitude tree due to its survival in the lake, no matter what had been thrown at it all Beit the wind, salt from the sea or fumes from the steel works.

Editing

Some post processing was completed on the images as the original was completed in colour. However, I feel the black and white version of this image makes it more dramatic. It also emphasises the sun beaming over the other side of the lake.

In my camera bag

The first thing I pack in my bag is my faithful Canon EOS 70D with my Canon 18 - 200m lens, some Lee filters and cloths to clean Lenses. I also carry at least one tripod. I find it normally difficult to walk long distance with too much gear but on this occasion my husband was with me so we were able to carry far more equipment than I normally. Using two bags we were able to carry the Canon 5D camera some flash guns and several lenses including Canon macro and wide lenses.

Feedback

Although dawn and dusk are know for the best times to take landscape images, daytime cloud formations and other weather systems such as snow, wind and sun can result with dramatic or unusually Images. My advice would be prepared to patient and be prepared to visit a special location several times before the correct conditions and lighting is available to you.

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