Finding hidden treasures in your own town is a very rewarding thing about photography! I didn’t even know this little section of lovely was only about 15 minutes from my home. The point is to get out and explore. You never know what you might find. Once you get to your destination be sure to walk around. Photo opportunities lie in every corner from macros of wild flowers to old bridges.

Keep your mind open, and you may discover more about the town you call home and really spruce up your photography portfolio at the same time.

Photo taken by me: Copyright 2010 | Digital Hart Studios

Had a great time alone in nature yesterday evening. I love heading out to take photos a couple hours before sunset because you get such a variety of light conditions in a short amount of time.

Fall is a wonderful time to explore the great outdoors. It’s not too hot and not too cold and colors are abundant.

Water photography tips:
• Slower shutter speeds create the soft cottony flow of the water while faster shutter speeds make the water sharper. Play around with these settings because you can get very different effects with slight changes in shutter speeds.
• A tripod is absolutely necessary for water photography or any nature shot.
• Shoot in Aperture Priority mode
• Look for contrasting colors to make the image pop. The mossy green on a rock can be the only big pop of color from earthy rocks and dirt.
• Use a polarizer filter to increase the reflections in the water.
• Try to keep things simple. Eliminate too many items in your image. Focus on one major subject with complimentary items in the background and foreground that don’t distract from your subject.

Photo taken by me: Copyright 2010 | Digital Hart Studios

»Read my tips on how to photograph water and landscapes.
Photo taken by me: Copyright 2010 | Digital Hart Studios