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.

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Week 51, Day 356, April 20, 2010, Attack of the Killer Rabbit

I think this is one of those future subject photos. I took a few photos of some rabbits in my back yard. The next thing I know, they are running around and "playing". I hope to catch them "playing" again some other time, and I'll have my camera set to a faster speed. They are very quick. I think I'll name the one with the black mark on his face "Al Capone".

Lessons Learned:

I'm still attempting to learn how to use the 2x extender. I definitively need to use a tripod when I use it. I think I also need to shoot at higher ISO speeds for a quicker shutter speed. It's very easy to blur the image.

Photo details: Exposure time 1/125 sec, Aperture f/5.6, ISO 1600, Focal Length 400 mm, Lens Canon 70-200mm f2.8L USM, 2x extender, tripod.

5 comments:

Mike Simmons said...: I had to click on the image to see them - they really blend with the surroundings. "Al Capone" looks like he might be some sort of "king-pin".

I like your Smug Mug feature. I've thought about putting mine on too. I think I might copy you, Steve. :); April 20, 2010 at 11:20 PM
Andrew said...: If you're good, a monopod might suffice for 400mm... but you might want to get a ring that mounts the lens to the monopod to help with balance.; April 20, 2010 at 11:37 PM
BSOB said...: Nat Geo, here you come!!!
ever think abt being one of those photographers? such incredible shots. i love that magazine.; April 21, 2010 at 11:32 AM
Gallow said...: Andrew,

I do have a monopod, but it's not a very good one. It tends to collapse. I haven't purchased a better one yet. I also have the ring that mounts to the lens. You are right, that does make a big difference in the balance.

Steve; April 21, 2010 at 6:21 PM
Gallow said...: Mike,

lol, his/her new name is King Pin Al Capone.

Ben,

I'd love to take photographs for National Geographic. I need to get a lot better. Those photos are incredible.

Steve; April 21, 2010 at 6:23 PM