ISO200 18mm f/18 2.5sec
Mystical and fairy tale-ish. Thats how I felt when I was tromping through the water to get this shot.
Yet another fence hoping photographic adventure as I made my way into the local parks little ravine here. I loved how the light was just breaking through the trees as it settled its way down to the earth signaling the days end. The calm cozy characteristics of the prospering foliage around lent to a mystical feel, as if at any moment a fairy or leprechaun could come breaking into the scene.
As I dug my tripod into the muck below, the only sounds I could hear were that of the wind passing by the park above, and a single bull frog who was probably awaiting his princess amongst this magical stream.
I do wish I could have gotten the camera even lower, however at this point the tripod was maxed out at its minimum height and I was practically sitting in the water as I peered through the view finder. I love the star-bursts that f18 was able to provide, again adding to the explained feel of the scene.
Very nice perspective, and I really like the “start-burst” sun.
Low is the way to go, I love just how low my Gitzo will go, especially since the first thing I did when I bought it was remove the center column. If I may, I’d like to offer a tip. If you do a lot of these low angle shots, a pair of knee pads is well worth the expense. I know my pants, and my 47 year old knees thank me every time I use mine
Hey thanks for the tip Jeff! And yes I cant wait to get a gitzo, looking forward to the low low low perspectives it offers
I say just get in the water.
Hey Alison
I was in the water, however your right if I were to lay down I would have gotten my preferred shot lol
Nice pic–relaxing mood
Thanks Jake
I have no problem getting down and dirty for low angle shots like this. The problem is getting back up. Love the shot, the star burst, and the sun’s highlights on the leaves of the bush at right.
haha, Thanks Paul!!
Do hobbits live there? Great shot!
I wonder the same thing Amy
Thanks