Upper Antelope Canyon
Mar 24, 2017 09:47:18 #
My family and I visited Upper Antelope Canyon on March 13, 2017. My first visit there. We used Adventurous Antelope Canyon Tour and had a great experience with them, used the 12:30 tour. I'm happy with my images, next time however I won't have my family along so I can spend more time on composition. To get more sunbeams I would recommend going when the sun is higher, closer to summer equinox. Temperatures were comfortable in March, around 70 degrees. (The locals were wearing coats and long pants while we Wisconsin people were in shorts and short sleeves.)
A great trip to a wonderful photo opportunity.
A great trip to a wonderful photo opportunity.
Mar 24, 2017 09:49:15 #
Mar 24, 2017 09:50:50 #
Mar 24, 2017 09:50:53 #
Great shots. When is the rainy, or monsoon, season in that area? Does anyone else have thoughts on who to use for guides?
Mar 24, 2017 09:57:57 #
Bazbo
Loc: Lisboa, Portugal
GreenBay wrote:
My family and I visited Upper Antelope Canyon on M... (show quote)
These are great images. Thanks for posting them,
Mar 24, 2017 10:14:46 #
Mar 24, 2017 10:18:55 #
shangyrhee
Loc: Nashville TN to Sacramento CA
Wonderful series, truly one of kind !!! Thank you for sharing. Shang
Mar 24, 2017 11:00:40 #
Here is what a Google search came up with for rainy season: "The monsoon season begins on June 15 and ends on September 30, but the storms peak between mid-July and mid-August. On average, about half of Arizona receives about half of its annual rainfall during the monsoon. Arizona receives a statewide average of only 12.5 inches of rain per year.
Arizona receives a statewide average of only 12.5 inches of rain per year.
However, rainfall can vary tremendously between distances of just a few miles. Mountainous areas tend to receive the most. In fact, mountain ranges such as the Sky Islands and the Mogollon Rim can act as a focusing mechanism for thunderstorms."
Arizona receives a statewide average of only 12.5 inches of rain per year.
However, rainfall can vary tremendously between distances of just a few miles. Mountainous areas tend to receive the most. In fact, mountain ranges such as the Sky Islands and the Mogollon Rim can act as a focusing mechanism for thunderstorms."
Mar 24, 2017 11:05:40 #
GreenBay wrote:
My family and I visited Upper Antelope Canyon on M... (show quote)
Beautifully taken GreenBay.
Mar 24, 2017 11:15:38 #
I also did the upper canyon with Adventurous Antelope Canyon Tours. I recommend the photographers' tour, which requires a tripod. The guide will clear out a section for a couple minutes for shooting without the crowd.
Mar 24, 2017 17:17:35 #
I went maybe 20 yrs ago and for a modest $40 or so you had many hours and tripods were needed! Also a flashlight with extra batteries is wise. There can be rattlesnakes in those canyons! I visited both canyons for that price by the way. I shot all medium format film in those days.
Mar 25, 2017 06:57:25 #
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Mar 25, 2017 08:25:53 #
I particularly like #2. That shaft of light is priceless!
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