The dawn of a new day, there is just something special, even mystical about this time.
Having long been a fan of early morning photography, I have had my share of disappointments when it comes to shooting into the sun. Years ago there were the overblown flares and blown out skies that dominated the image, producing less than acceptable results. But being an experimental and creative type, I learned that the trick was all in the exposure. Exposing for the brighter portion of your image creates silhouettes in the darker portions and opens the door to numerous creative possibilities.
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Shot info: Nikon D5000 with 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6, lens set at 56mm, f/18, ISO 400.
In the image above the goal was to have a more dramatic and colorful sky, a bit of an edge of night foreground while the background transitions to a new day. Playing with exposure settings can provide a better understanding of light and interesting results.
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Dawn, the best moment of the day for me
Chantal recently posted..Travel LogBook 1.9
Really beautiful image, Jimi. I have to wait for winter to be up with the sun.
The light on the clouds is especially interesting. Well done!
Mark Neal recently posted..HDR – Let’s Have a Croppin Good Time – HTDS
Beautiful, Jimi. Nice silhouete and the clouds add atmosphere
LensScaper recently posted..Chalk Track Walker
Wonderful light and silhouette Jimi. I often expose for the highlights and try to bring out the details in LR. The other trick I use is to shoot 9 brackets and combine them later in PS
Len Saltiel recently posted..Path to the Light II
I agree Jimi the early morning light is incredible and such a peaceful time to shoot. Beautiful.
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I always enjoy shots like this one Jimi, nice work
Jim Nix recently posted..Wispy Multnomah
You definitely met your goals with this one, Jimi! Wonderful details in the sky, the sun not blown out, and a nice crisp silhouette for the foreground.
Mark Summerfield recently posted..Dallas Area Rapid Transit Light Rail
Shooting into the sun is a tricky proposition, but you nailed this one.
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Spectacular! Wonderful image!
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Gorgeous shot Jimi! I cannot wait till I can drive again so I can get out before sunrise again to get some shots! Wonderful work my friend!
Rich McPeek recently posted..Morning on the Mon
Great job bringing out all the colors of this scene. I’m a big fan of shooting at sunrise, and images like this are the reason (it certainly ain’t the 4 a.m. alarm clock).
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I really love the dawn. You have captured it so well Jimi. Great job!
very nice processing Jimi, indeed a special time of day
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Beautiful Jimi!!! Love it!
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