Last weekend, I had a chance to hook up with a couple of wonderful friends from my high school days. We decided a long weekend at Lake Itasca State Park in Minnesota was the perfect location.
In addition to a fantastic time to catch up – we had a number of photo excursions. While driving the “wildlife loop” we spotted a feather that we thought might make for some good photos.
I tried a number of backgrounds, but I just wasn’t satisfied. Finally, I thought I really wanted it on a background of the overcast sky. I thought it might be fun to share my solution. First, one of the end results:
If you use your imagination, you’ll be able to make out the tree line behind the feather in the right hand side of the photo.
Here was my solution on how to shoot this… equipment required: old twisty tie from a package of rice cakes and a used beer bottle!
The background here at this angle is one of our cars (I preferred the forest! haha)
As always – I’d love to hear your thoughts!
PJ
I like this !!! Beautiful Images and Photograhphy as always. The Detail is so fine and perfect. I have tried feathers twice. I need to give it another shot. Great Post. and I do like it just as is. Its very Unique. Love the Color contrast as well.
ReplyDeleteNicely done Patrick, the subdued colours work well.
ReplyDeleteThanks Kevin and Lisa! I appreciate your feedback!Lisa, I struggled with the feather for a long time - backgrounds drove me nuts. Keep at it! I always say "There is a photo in there and it isn\'t going to beat me!" It sometimes takes time, but eventually it becomes clear!
ReplyDeleteHad to come back and have a look at this one. Love your compostion Still.
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