Judge: Dr Nick Munnings LPSNZ
Capture the size of the forest in all its glory. Showcasing towering trees, winding rivers and dramatic mountain backdrops. Or Get down low to the forest floor and shoot upwards
Forests can be one of the hardest landscapes to shoot successfully as they are busy scenes full of contrasting light and shadows and often multiple components with trees, rocks and water, but if you have the right tools at your disposal and the right light, you can easily create captivating images.
15 Tips for Capturing Fabulous Forest Scenes https://www.meghanmaloneyphotography.co.nz/post/how-to-photograph-forests
Golden Hour: The hour after sunrise and the hour before sunset offer the most magical light for forest photography. The warm, soft light creates a beautiful glow and long shadows that add depth and dimension to your images.
Overcast Days: Don't shy away from cloudy days! The diffused light can be perfect for capturing even lighting and vibrant colours in the forest.
Backlighting: Shooting towards a light source can create dramatic silhouettes and sunbursts - Check out the video at the top of this page to see how this effect is achieved.
Members' suggestions: fill the frame, looking up, framed - using natural frames, symmetry perspective, ICM
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