Water Abstract - Great Falls National Park, Virginia
I went to Great Falls National Park in Virginia this morning, yet again, and was greeted by a decent sunrise. Still, I just couldn’t seem to come up with any interesting compositions or make any meaningful scenic images. Sometimes we just have off days I think. Changing gears, I focused my attention on a beautiful cascade reflecting the morning light. Nothing like some abstracts to get the creative juices flowing!
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Patti on 24 Jan 2008 at 2:38 pm #
Wow you could get drawn into this photo.
I am thinking of purchasing a new camera. We have several nice 35mm cameras and have several inexpensive Nikon digitals. I would like something I can add wide angle lenses to and that will work well in lower lighting. The majority of my photos for work are of students, artwork, sporting events and concerts but during my own time I prefer nature and human interest shots. Do you have any suggestions? Patti
Chris Kayler on 24 Jan 2008 at 2:52 pm #
Hi Patti, glad you like it.
Personally I use Canon Digital SLR’s… a 20D, to be more specific. To my mind, Canon has the best mix of features for a nature photographer (though Nikon has made huge advances as well… it could go either way at this point). My 20D is a bit old as far as technology goes, but from a noise standpoint, if the image is exposed correctly in the first place, I can get perfectly usable images at ISO 800 (aka good low light ability). Since buying my 20D, many new cameras have come out though. All of the newer rebel series are excellent “amateur” cameras (I consider the 20D an amateur camera too… and I do want to upgrade at some point… but the photographer makes the photos, not the camera). In fact, Canon has just announced a new camera today… the Rebel XSi. I’d certainly look into that one if I were you … and at only 799$ (which, unfortunately, is “cheap” for a digital dslr), you get good bang for the buck.
Hope this helps.
Chris Kayler on 24 Jan 2008 at 2:57 pm #
Oh, and about lenses. Save up and get the Canon 17-40 (assuming, of course, you go with Canon in the first place). It is very cheap for the capabilities (630$ at one reputable place… B&H Photo - http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/279582-USA/Canon_8806A002_17_40mm_f_4L_USM_Lens.html). I think you should do it right in the first place… you could get a cheaper lens but you may end up wanting better later on, and end up spending more in the long run. The 17-40 is the lens I have and for landscapes, stopped down a bit, it is an excellent lens. It really is a good value for what it does.
Patti on 24 Jan 2008 at 3:08 pm #
Thanks for the info-I have been looking at the Canon Rebels but I am clueless about the lenses. You’re right we have several lenses for the 35mm and always want more. Oh well I guess Dave & I could have worse hobbies…
You really have the knack for finding the art in nature.
Chris Kayler on 24 Jan 2008 at 3:19 pm #
I can think of tons of worse things to spend my money on