by Caryn Esplin | Sep 4, 2011 | Best, Blog, Gallery, HDR, Places
TRIPLE THREAT: 1. Photomatix 2. Dynamic Photo 3. Photoshop With my Nikon D7000 on a tripod, I captured three different exposures with my Bracket setting. I could see how the sunburst came through the trees, so I was anxious to try HDR on this trio of shots....
by Caryn Esplin | Aug 27, 2011 | Blog, Places
These shots are the exception to several rules. First I did not shoot these at dawn and dusk, which is usually best. I also did not shoot these on a tripod. Numbers 1, 3, and 5 were handheld, standing in a boat at high speed. So, I lucked out, because some of my...
by Caryn Esplin | Aug 9, 2011 | Best, Blog, Light Painting, Places, Tutorials
TRY THE ARTISTIC APPROACH: Use good exposure skills in-camera, then add “Post-Production Magic” with Camera Raw adjustment brushes. One evening a few weeks ago, I drove to the bench above Rexburg, Idaho to shoot the sunset on these old graineries. I loved...
by Caryn Esplin | Aug 4, 2011 | Blog, Places
FAMILY REUNION ON THE LAKE We had a blast camping on the lake. If you want a relaxing, scenic place to camp that is great for boating and jetskiing, try China beach on Palisades Reservoir, right near the Idaho –...
by Caryn Esplin | Jul 27, 2011 | Best, Blog, Places
Post #2 of 3: Teton Reflections This post is a continuation of the previous post, where I shot the famous barn in front of the Tetons at night, while doing some light painting with my spotlights. After a little sleep in the back seat of my car, I...
by Caryn Esplin | Jul 25, 2011 | Best, Blog, Light Painting, Places
Post #1 of 3: Teton Light Painting This is the first post of three this week. All the photos are from a 12-hour photo shoot of the Tetons I completed a few days ago. I left Rexburg after finishing my final grading for the semester. I was inspired my...
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