Biggest pleasant surprise when arriving at a destination?
Jan 13, 2020 14:06:23 #
Just Fred wrote:
My friend and photography mentor, Frank Lee Ruggle... (show quote)
I am wondering if that's the same little tree that hangs in my den...Capitol Reef, Panorama Point, footprints all around...
Jan 13, 2020 14:27:36 #
2008 vacation, day 2 - first full day in Canada. Labour day weekend. I wanted to visit Elk Island National Park about 1/2 hour east of Edmonton, Alberta. My wife (her parents were from the Ukraine) said "there's a Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village near the park, lets have a look." It was "harvest day" and it was a "gold mine".
We never made it to Elk Island National Park.
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We never made it to Elk Island National Park.
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Jan 13, 2020 15:39:10 #
Travel is my passion (all 50 states, 52 countries) but if on a tour trip most often presented with the same landmarks that have been photographed a million times, often from nearly the same spot. So in my "down time" on these I continue to train myself to see things others do not. It has helped me spot subjects or angles others overlook. This is my most surprising outcomes at many venues - opportunities I never even knew would be there. Here is what I mean about training my "eye", previously posted on my FB page. (answers in next post)
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Stardust wrote:
A delightful show and tell Did you find them in the previous photos?
Jan 13, 2020 16:08:43 #
A few years ago in August, on the edge of daybreak, I saw an abundance of fog just before the sun broke that would have vaporized once the warmth of the light became dominant. This was a very early Sunday morning when most are still sound asleep and making an effort to get a few extra winks from the tiresome work week. I stood virtually alone when I made this sunrise shot. I remember it being personal, stirring, and spiritual as I saw the light unfold.
The only bad times that come from a location in my opinion, is your arrival being too late.
The only bad times that come from a location in my opinion, is your arrival being too late.
Jan 13, 2020 16:23:50 #
Haydon wrote:
A stunning photo and an important message about light and weather conditions. The only bad times that come from a location in my opinion, is your arrival being too late.
But some disappointment at not having the "right" light can be avoided by knowing how to work with it. For example, there is a topic in Gallery today about making the most of harsh sunlight:
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-627594-1.html
There are other good tips, such as: if you find the sky is blah white, don't include it in the shot! And in the "disappointing locales" topic, check out what Photographer Jim wrote about expectations and seeing:
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-627168-18.html#10846933
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Jan 13, 2020 16:53:37 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
A stunning photo and an important message about li... (show quote)
A valid point indeed Linda. I work mostly with artificial light in a studio and control the light using modifiers to either soften and occasionally will produce a hard light found in hollywood paramount lighting from the 30's. Something simple as carrying a diffuser for portraiture can assist greatly but in your example I totally understand and agree.
As usual Linda, your words of wisdom resonate on UHH. I'm so glad you chose to stay. Your presence here is infinitely appreciated.
This was shot in midday sun with a diffuser and a black foamcore sheet in the summer. I was controlling midday sun to minimize light harshness.
Jan 13, 2020 17:16:37 #
Haydon wrote:
Another breathtaking photo, Haydon! I greatly appreciate your compliment. I did leave UHH, but underestimated the strength of the force field of truly great people, so I wasn't gone long ...As usual Linda, your words of wisdom resonate on UHH. I'm so glad you chose to stay. Your presence here is infinitely appreciated...
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Vietnam Vet wrote:
In the navy we were at sea on the submarine for three months. Upon arriving back in the States we were given three days of R&R in Florida.
Pity. For the most part, our R&R was in Hong Kong. That was a 5-day gig.
Jan 14, 2020 08:35:31 #
mizzee
Loc: Boston,Ma
We were driving in Yellowstone when we were pulled over by a state trooper. Why? Because the park rangers were driving bison that had wandered off campus back into the park. (Bison carry brusilosis which causes cattle to miscarry.) The rangers were on horseback and herded them like cattle across the road. We were the only ones to see it. I’ll post a pic later today.
Jan 14, 2020 09:06:00 #
On a trip to Glacier NP last summer, I was directed by my GPS to get off the freeway. I dutifully followed directions. It took me down a small road that turned into gravel, then dirt before connecting with a paved road with a totally unknown destination! I fell in love with the "real" Montana!
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