Steve Gallow - A Year in Photos

With this blog I have begun a journey to improve my photography skills. My goal is to take photos everyday, and post my favorite photo from that day on this blog. So far, I have learned a lot, and try to share my experiences. Many of you have made comments on the blog, via email, or when you see me in person. I really appreciate all of them. I learn a lot from each of you. I hope that you will join me in my journey, and help me along the way. I have so much to learn.

Monday, June 22, 2009

Week 8 - Day 53, June 22, 2009 "Wild Rose in Myrtle"

Judy and I took Tank for a walk this evening, and on the way home Judy pointed out some wild roses growing in the myrtle. These roses are growing better then any of the others that we have. I really liked the previous photo of myrtle, so I thought this would also make a nice photo.

If you click on the image, you can see insects on some of the leaves. I think one of them looks like Waldo.

Lessons Learned:

A piece of masonite came in handy as a wind block. With long exposures a small breeze can move the flower and cause a blur. I used a piece of masonite to block the wind.

Photo details: Exposure time 2.5 sec, Aperture f/22.0, ISO 100, Focal Length 21 mm, 35 mm equivalent focal length 34mm, Lens Canon EF 17-40mm, tripod.