Title: “Oasis.” Here’s the story behind this image: Some kind Parisian soul decided to place a plastic bucket under the water stream of this public fountain to make it easier for passing animal friends to enjoy a drink. Since this is France, why not add some color to the scene by tossing in a few strawberries? A thirsty passing pigeon decided not to be left out. I just happened to see this while walking to a Metro entrance. Tech Stuff: 35mm, f8 @ 125th, ISO 100. NOTE: This image is available for purchase at $125. It is mounted on Foamcore and matted in black. Please contact me for availability at the conclusion of the exhibition.

“Oasis” can be defined in many ways. Click to enlarge image.

18mm, f8 @ 1/30, no filter

18mm, f8 @ 1/80 with 3-stop ND Grad

I received a 3-stop, soft-edge ND grad filter from the Camera Clubhouse cats. They decided to purchase from Breakthrough Photography since I mentioned that one of my students brought Breakthrough Filters to a recent class and, on inspection, the filters seemed to be very well made. An ND Grad filter starts dark and fades to clear so the placement of the dark portion is determined by both the bright part of the scene and the photographer. This filter made quite a difference in holding down the sun in the upper part of the image. Check out the “no-filter” image and ND Grad image. The difference will amaze you. Please note: I have no affiliation with Breakthrough Photography and chose them only based on student referral.

An Image from the “Natural Beauty at Home and Beyond” Photo Exhibition

Filters can make a difference

The Orchid Show class begins Feb. 15 at 8am

Composition in Landscape Photography (2.25-3.25)

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