Monthly Archives: February 2024

Gateway

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Wordless Wednesday
Epcot, Walt Disney World

Gateway
Olympus E-M1 MK III, M, Zuiko 12-100mm f/4, 1/200s, 23mm, f/11, ISO 200

Snow Moon

Posted by Mike on

Full Moon
Delta Lake State Park

Dumb idea!

But I want to photograph the full moon.

It’s cold!

I’ll be quick.

It’s really cold!

There is no wind, I’ll be fine.

I was fine for about five minutes. Then I was cold! My fingers were cold. They didn’t want to work the controls on the camera. I don’t think my camera was happy with me either. It is only supposed to be used above freezing. I captured a few images and made a quick walk back to the car.

It was a dumb idea…

Snow Moon
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/10s, 105mm, f/10, ISO 100

Good Morning Snow Moon
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/10s, 105mm, f/11, ISO 100

Snowman Moon

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Delta Lake State Park

The middle of the week was definitely a good time to go exploring. If for nothing else than to soak in some fresh air. There were some clouds in the sky but they were kinda what I wanted for the sunset. Delta Lake was empty, as it usually is in the winter.

Before I even made it down to the edge of the frozen lake, this guy caught my eye. With the moon rising behind, I had to capture a portrait. The snowman is looking out at the lake probably thinking he could glide away into the sunset. Or maybe he is standing watch over the snow covered beach ensuring everyone is safe. I thought he was cool…

Snowman Moon
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/30s, 47mm, f/11, ISO 100

All to Myself

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Delta Lake State Park

The lone tree has been a photographic pursuit of mine for quite some time. This image isn’t exactly the one I have in my head but I like it. Combine this solitary tree, separate and distant from the other trees, with a winter scene to evoke an emotional response. I was looking for loneliness and/or solitude. The two different processing styles, I believe, convey each separately.

This first image is more about loneliness. The muted colors and matte finish push the image toward that feeling. The image has a slight cold tone to it that enhances the feeling. Although it is a sunset, the sun does not feel warm and inviting.

All to Myself
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/30s, 24mm, f/11, ISO 100

The second image I processed as monochrome. Removing the color takes away the impact it has on the image. The cold feeling is still there but only due to the visual clues in the image; i.e., the snow and ice. To me, this image has a stoic feel to it. The tree embraces its solitude.

All to Myself – B&W
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/30s, 24mm, f/11, ISO 100

Or maybe it is all in my head…

A Moment of the Serene

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Delta Lake State Park
Silent Sunday

A Moment of the Serene
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/50s, 24mm, f/11, ISO 100

Sit Beside Me

Posted by Mike on

Delta Lake State Park
Haiku

The sun is waning
Sit beside me and enjoy
Enduring beauty

Sit Beside Me
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4 S, 1/50s, 26mm, f/11, ISO 100