posted by Shelley
I expected delivery of my new camera by Tuesday of next week since my old one developed problems promptly as my new lens arrived, but I was excited and surprised when the delivery truck pulled in the snow-covered driveway earlier today. Go me! I basically think anything that amplifies the feeling of whatever season is being photographed makes the shot more interesting, and love the contrast provided by snow. I thought I would miss taking photos of this (hopefully last before spring) snowfall.
I barely got the box open before Libby decided she needed out. Now this crazy dog is picky about getting her feet wet, so someone (in this case Perry, Director of Content Services for McKain Performance Group, Inc.) must physically go out with her anytime it rains or snows. Armed with my new camera and lens, I picked up about 30 great shots in less than 5 minutes.
Now I’m not sure if Libby’s on the starting block for some important race — or if Perry is merely examining a frozen statue of a brown hound, or possibly coaching her on how to best impersonate a dolphin gracefully springing from ocean waves — but this shot made the BLOG page only because it made me smile:
If you take a lot of photos and are serious about getting some decent studio-looking shots — I would suggest you spend the extra bucks for an 85mm 1:1.8 lens. While the subjects in the following photos weren’t the most cooperative — the end result is still impressive.
I’m sure I’ll share more as my excitement (and the snow) builds.
OH – one more thing! You simply have GOT to check out the new Pines Restaurant BLOG — What is Cookin! Mike Hall (owner of the blog and the establishment) is articulate and funny. It’s a great read and a must bookmark for your favorites. Check it out!