Patience is a Virtue
Today I was scanning through old folders, looking for something and came across this post idea which I had planned a while ago... and then forgot about.
I always say that you can't overstate the importance of planning... and even more, of allowing yourself enough *time* (and the patience to use it), when dealing with nature. How often can you just drive or walk somewhere, set up and get the optimal shot right off the bat? Hey, it happens and it's great when it does, but pretty rare, right? Sooo many times, I have been all alone in a crazy-beautiful spot enjoying perfect light and shooting like mad after everyone else has left (or yet to arrive)!
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Yes..but they are both gorgeous shots...but the lighting is spectacular in the first one!!
I recognized this spot. You captured the lighting and river sheen excellently. I'll be heading back to the canyon in about two weeks.
I definitely light the larger image. The color of the sky is beautiful, and I like the shadows on the rocks. What a gorgeous spot!
I like both of them very much.
Great place to take shots.
Nicole/Beadwright
Thank you for encouraging us to practice the art of waiting patiently, expectantly. I can think of nothing quite as difficult for me to do, but your picture is proof that good things can indeed happen . . . in the fullness of time.
Same scene and both of them lovely...but wise to wait, the sun just draws out all those gorgeous greens in the trees and adds to the colour in the rocks. The difference between smeone who looks and someone who "sees"
It's funny, this is such good advice. I usually shoot when I'm out walking, and often when I'm with other people and I look at things and think 'that would look great if...' but feel pressure to keep moving. It's very different when I'm walking alone and can sit watching stuff...maybe some good additional advice would be 'help your companions learn patience?' or 'stop worrying what other people think'?
Such a great point you bring to light. It almost should be mentioned that waiting for the right moment is needed as well as scouting the area you are going. I found out quickly that repeat visits whenever possible, only add to the quality of captures you can get.
Pressure from your pals does play a factor, but hopefully we have pals that understand our passion for photography and won't get too mad sitting around for the right lighting !
I am floored by those photos...crazy wonderful.
well that's a skelp on the lug for me (slap on the ear)i'm always rushing!
the side lighting does it for me well worth the wait!
Nice job of side lighting. Very nice job. Carol
Wow! I really enjoyed seeing the difference three minutes can make in a photo!!
very nice photos.
Nice picture. Hope to visit there.
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