Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Windmill, Moon, and Flags

Chances and Challenges

I took a lot of shots in order to capture this one image. The biggest challenge was trying to catch the scene it at the precise moment when both flags were extended by the wind. That didn't happen very often, and it never lasted more than an instant.

I was shooting from a small and heavily traveled walkway. There was no room to set up a tripod. It took a lot of control to keep everything lined up precisely in the frame while holding a long lens by hand. 

Then there was the small matter of tourists walking into the shot and standing there. The windmill is on the property of a popular hotel.


a photograph of a santorini windmill at sunset
Windmill, Moon, and Flags - Santorini



It was a challenging shot, but somehow I had the good fortune to get an exposure with all of the desired elements before the best light faded. (I would have been a grumpy dinner companion if I had missed it.)

But I walked away reasonably certain that I'd captured the shot that I had imagined. I even treated myself to a latte.



Camera
:
 Nikon D800E
Lens:     Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G AF-S VRII


Light happens.  Be ready.  Shoot hard.

Copyright © 2014 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved





Monday, October 13, 2014

Head Strong

Amazing Acrobatic Performances!

A special treat for Post #50!


In New York, it's not uncommon to see young men performing gymnastic and acrobatic feats in the parks and on the sidewalks - even in subway cars. These incredibly talented individuals have amazing skills and muscles to spare! 



street photography acrobat performance new york city
Head Strong - Acrobats in New York



The performances are breathtaking, and the guys tell some pretty funny jokes along the way!


Camera
:
 Nikon D800E
Lens:     Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G AF-S VRII


Light happens.  Be ready.  Shoot hard.

Copyright © 2014 Daniel R. South
All Rights Reserved