From yesterdays walk

[Ann McRae]

It was a gorgeous day yesterday, about +4C by mid afternoon. We walked the dog in the late afternoon (3:30 or 4 til 5:30), and I got some photos along the way.
http://canadian-ann.smugmug.com/photos/14733423-M.jpg

http://canadian-ann.smugmug.com/photos/14733424-M.jpg

http://canadian-ann.smugmug.com/photos/14733425-M.jpg

http://canadian-ann.smugmug.com/photos/14733426-M.jpg

http://canadian-ann.smugmug.com/photos/14733427-M.jpg



ann

[TristanP]

I really like that shot of the fence. I went out to start my car this morning and it was 2* F. It hasn't been that cold here in a long time.

[Andy]

http://canadian-ann.smugmug.com/photos/14733424-M.jpg


*mint*

[ginger_55]

I love those shots, Ann. I like the dark one........the last one. How did you take it? Tri-pod?

Beautiful photography.

ginger

[Ann McRae]

*mint*
Hi andy & Tristan -

This is my fav too. And the really cool thing about this shot is that I was very purposeful in what I wanted it to look like - by this I mean that not only did I know what composition I wanted (and needed to get knee deep in snow to achieve) but I knew what color range I wanted to capture too. I was able to do that and not have to do very much pp afterward - given the light (lack of, and flat) I am pretty proud of it!

ann

[DavidTO]

Hi andy & Tristan -

This is my fav too. And the really cool thing about this shot is that I was very purposeful in what I wanted it to look like - by this I mean that not only did I know what composition I wanted (and needed to get knee deep in snow to achieve) but I knew what color range I wanted to capture too. I was able to do that and not have to do very much pp afterward - given the light (lack of, and flat) I am pretty proud of it!

ann

I think this is a case where the lack of light worked in your favor, or you took advantage of it well, I should say. The pastel colors are a big part of what works in that image.

[Ann McRae]

Hi Ginger

No, I don't carry the tripod (or monopod) on our walks - I get far enough behind when I stop for a shot or two - then I have to run to catch up with dh and dog:D

Used the 17 - 85mm lens - it has IS.
Snow has a wonderful reflective value too.
I just played with shutter, apeture and ISO til I saw what I wanted. Couldn't risk any slower shutter, though. (oh, and hold your breath while you press the shutter release).
And finally, in post I adjusted the highlight, midtone, shadows - so that you could make out the fence better.
(btw, the clock on my 20d is not correct)
Here is the exif on that shot - hand held!
http://canadian-ann.smugmug.com/photos/14733427-Ti.jpgDate Taken:2005-01-24 06:27:53Date Digitized:2005-01-24 06:27:53Date Modified:2005-01-24 09:53:38Make:CanonModel: Canon EOS 20D Size: 2396x3564 Bytes: 1859337 Aperture: f/5.6 ISO: 800 Focal Length: 59mm (guess: 66mm in 35mm) Exposure Time: 0.05s (1/20)Flash:Flash did not fire, compulsory flash modeExposure Program:ManualExposure Bias:0ExposureMode:1ColorSpace:sRGB

[johno]

wonderful shots. :thumb the fence should be framed and on your wall. Great job. Now I have to go for a walk. :D

peace.
johno~

[Ann McRae]

I think this is a case where the lack of light worked in your favor, or you took advantage of it well, I should say. The pastel colors are a big part of what works in that image.
Yes, you are right.

(I am just pleased that the fence and snow are distinguished from each other.)
Thanks, David.

ann

[Ann McRae]

wonderful shots. :thumb the fence should be framed and on your wall. Great job. Now I have to go for a walk. :D

peace.
johno~
Hi johno

I never really think about framing winter shots - but I am starting to get a big collection of them - I am also thinking of using an old wooden window frame as a photo frame for them.

ann

[Dee]

http://canadian-ann.smugmug.com/photos/14733424-M.jpg
ann

That came out really well. Worth getting knees in the snow for. :clap

[ehughes]

Ann, excellent shots but I have to agree that the fence is outstanding!!:thumb

Ed

[Ann McRae]

That came out really well. Worth getting knees in the snow for. :clap
Thanks, Dee. Every once in a while, snow in the top of your boots is worth it!
Of course, those occassions are more frequent for my 10 yr old than for me!)
ann

[Ann McRae]

Ann, excellent shots but I have to agree that the fence is outstanding!!:thumb

EdThanks very much, Ed.

ann

[mslammers]

Anne,
It looks like you are simpatico with your new home/surrounding.
I like the fence and the trophy trees.
Mel
PS. Just wondering, have you tried some where the snow is white even though the light is blue?