Forest photogrphy

From the time I started doing nature photography as a hobby, photographing trees was always my biggest satisfaction. Therefore interest in woodland or forest photography was quite logical.

There is something in it for me when looking at a good forest shot, from other photographers or mine doesn’t matter, that gives me immense pleasure. It’s subjective what makes a good forest photo, but you know when you have something pleasing to the eye in front of you. Many professional photographers are pointing out how difficult it can be to do forest photography. It knows to be all messy and cluttered out there. But there is no greater thing in photography for me than having a foggy and misty morning, Fog separates and isolates the elements so nicely, gives a lift to the atmosphere around and improves the mood in general.

I got this shot a few months ago when Autumn was still on. I photographed this tree many times in all seasons, but never from this angle and perspective. Which was odd to me. There is a much simpler composition, but somehow I was drawn to this one. When I first saw this shot on my monitor I started to question myself why I photographed it using this perspective. The probable answer was because of the interaction of the light.

After a few days just observing the shot, I can say that I actually like it a lot. It has something a bit mysterious, with this cooler blue tones and fog around. And the main subject is quite strong.

The Autumn mornings are just the best for photographing. This morning was much more productive photographing-wise, but the most important for me is that it was fun and relaxing. And that is what should always be about.

 

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