06-11-2022, 07:14 AM
Thanks Lorell, Quint, and Rich for the nice words about the plumeria shot. Plumeria are so photogenic that it's really hard to take a bad shot of them.
A simple 3-component formula for getting more good photos works for me: 1) be in the right place; 2) at the right time; 3) with camera ready.
1) Be in the right place: to me this starts with walking regularly - lots of walking.
2) At the right time: I avoid the harsh light of the middle day, and I'm learning more about the behavior of birds and what times of day improve the odds of getting good bird shots.
3) Camera ready: when I set out on a walk, I note the light and choose initial camera settings (I usually set the shutter speed and let the camera calculate an appropriate aperture, but I may tweak one or both) that I think give me the best chances of getting adequately exposed and sharp photos.
Quint, that sounds like a simple and effective system.
Lorell, I'm glad your tooth pain was gently resolved. Quite an interesting tree and as always, well-captured.
MFI, I agree 100% - the proliferation of plastics is one of too many ways we're fouling our own nest, destroying the only place we can live.
A simple 3-component formula for getting more good photos works for me: 1) be in the right place; 2) at the right time; 3) with camera ready.
1) Be in the right place: to me this starts with walking regularly - lots of walking.
2) At the right time: I avoid the harsh light of the middle day, and I'm learning more about the behavior of birds and what times of day improve the odds of getting good bird shots.
3) Camera ready: when I set out on a walk, I note the light and choose initial camera settings (I usually set the shutter speed and let the camera calculate an appropriate aperture, but I may tweak one or both) that I think give me the best chances of getting adequately exposed and sharp photos.
Quint, that sounds like a simple and effective system.
Lorell, I'm glad your tooth pain was gently resolved. Quite an interesting tree and as always, well-captured.
MFI, I agree 100% - the proliferation of plastics is one of too many ways we're fouling our own nest, destroying the only place we can live.
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