I have always had
a passion for taking photographs outside. There is a certain magical about
capturing the raw beauty of nature, but it is not always as simple as it
appears to be! Every outdoor photo session comes with its own unique set of
challenges, from the unpredictability of the weather to the difficulty of
locating the ideal lighting. But this is also what makes it such a wonderful
experience.
Managing the weather is one of the most difficult problems that one must face.
One morning, I went out to take a picture of the dawn, but when I arrived, I
saw that the entire region was completely blanketed in dense fog. At first, I
was feeling upset because I had this picture in my mind that was absolutely
perfect, but the fog was obscuring my perspective. The fog, however,
contributed its own unique and enigmatic aura, which I later saw. As a result,
I ended up with a photograph that was not at all like what I had envisioned,
but it was nevertheless stunning in its own unique way.
Another significant influence is the lighting. Due to constant shifts in light
that occur throughout the day, you are forced to make do with what nature
provides you with. As an illustration, I enjoy taking photographs during the
"golden hour," which is the hour that occurs soon after dawn and just
before sunset. During this time, the light is more gentle and warmer. On the
other hand, there are times when I am outside during the middle of the day when
the sun is really powerful, and it casts deep shadows. In these kinds of
circumstances, I either make an effort to make creative use of the shadows or I
search for a shady place where the light is more subdued.
On top of that, location scouting is also very crucial. Discovering the ideal
location is essential, but it can also be an exciting journey. I once went on a
trek to a viewpoint on the edge of a cliff in order to take a picture of a
river that was snaking through the valley below. The journey was not easy, and
the slope was steep, but the reward was well worth the work that was required
to get there. Hunting for potential places can be a time-consuming endeavour,
but the payoff of unearthing a buried treasure is truly remarkable. It is like
discovering a treasure that I will be able to share with others through my
photographs.
Despite the difficulties I face, taking photographs in the outdoors is one of
the activities that brings me the most satisfaction. Every time I go out, I hardly
have any idea what I come back with. That unpredictability inspires me to
capture each shot fresh. Taking photographs outside has taught me to embrace
the unexpected things that nature has to offer and to be flexible, viewing each
obstacle as a chance to create something that is one of a kind.
