Walking Gently
Nikon Z6 III, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/1000s, f/5.6, ISO 100
Trying to Catch a Ride
Nikon Z6 III, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/200s, f/8, ISO 100
I’ve been absent these past few days. I have a tooth that is always sensitive to sinus issues so I thought it was a cold but by Sunday I knew it was a tooth problem. I ended up cancelling a business trip to get myself to the dentist. Still working on getting that tooth dealt with but I’m finally feeling closer to normal (except for the tooth of course). Anyway, enough with that…
Saturday, when I was at the botanical garden, I found a lone water lily. I played a little too close to the water to get a close-up but I think it was worth it. And yes, definitely kept telling myself… “don’t drop the camera, don’t get the lens wet, what are you doing?”. This might not be everyone’s cup of tea but I like this electric effect…
Electric Lily
Beautiful Saturday mornings are not to be wasted. At least that is what I told myself to get moving this morning. I also have to leave on a business trip Monday and will not get a chance to visit my local haunts for almost a week. Plus, we all know I can settle my butt on the couch easy enough so… off I ventured.
First stop was Cooper Creek Park to continue practicing my bird photography. I still have a lot to learn but the attempt is fun. I ran into another photographer and he shared a few more local places for me to explore. Destinations duly noted! Thanks Matt!
Showing Off
Nikon Z6 III, Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD, 1/320s, 300mm, f/6.3, ISO 500
In a Hurry
Nikon Z6 III, Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD, 1/320s, 300mm, f/6.3, ISO 200
Escaping
Nikon Z6 III, Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD, 1/320s, 300mm, f/6.3, ISO 140
Before I went back home I drove to the botanical garden. Early morning is my time. Generally not many visitors and only a handful of volunteers. Practically had the place to myself… so wonderful.
My Light
Nikon Z6 III, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/160s, f/8, ISO 100
Trumpet Tower
Nikon Z6 III, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/320s, f/4, ISO 100
Partners
Nikon Z6 III, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/125s, f/5.6, ISO 110
Contorted
Nikon Z6 III, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/250s, f/5.6, ISO 100
Don’t Push Me Away
Nikon Z6 III, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/640s, f/5.6, ISO 100
The Crossing
Nikon Z6 III, Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/4 S, 1/100s, 32mm, f/8, ISO 100
Bridge View
Nikon Z6 III, Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/4 S, 1/60s, 24mm, f/8, ISO 100
I spent Saturday morning at Cooper Creek Park chasing the water fowl again. I realized I definitely have room to improve with this new bird photography pursuit but the fun is in the attempt. So bare with me as I chase the local birds around the park…
Google Lens informed my this is a Green Heron. I have no basis to argue. I thought he was interesting as the morning sun changed the lighting conditions. I’m still investigating a longer lens as I needed to crop these images a little more than I prefer…
Little One
Nikon Z6 III, Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD, 1/320s, 300mm, f/6.3, ISO 2500
An Island to Myself
Nikon Z6 III, Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD, 1/320s, 300mm, f/6.3, ISO 800
You’re in My Spot
Nikon Z6 III, Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD, 1/250s, 202mm, f/5.6, ISO 220
I’m not a fan of this crop but the top third of the image is a muddy mess and didn’t like looking at it. Compositionally, not my best… 🙂
Only the Lonely
Nikon Z6 III, Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD, 1/320s, 300mm, f/6.3, ISO 1000
