Here are some of the most popular images from my Facebook Page for the month of August. I hope you enjoy the images and the stories behind them. Landscapes, architecture, birds and even a small flower make up this month’s menu. There’s even a sleeping cat for the ailurophiles out there! If you like my photos please feel free to share them with your friends using the social media links at the bottom of the page. Thank you!
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My photography app indicated that the full moon would be rising over Halifax Harbour’s NW Arm and moving westward above the Dingle Tower. I packed my long lens and headed to the city to see if I could capture some memorable images. This is one of my favourites.
The Milky Way galactic core is on every landscape photographer’s bucket list. Late summer is a great time to photograph it as you don’t need to stay up past your bedtime to be able to see it. All you need is an area with dark skies, no moon and little to no cloud cover. This was one of those nights. I paddled my kayak down the lake to a rocky area where I could set up my tripod. I used a flashlight to do some “light painting” on the trees and rocks in the foreground so they would appear a bit brighter than mere silhouettes.
I was kayaking along the South Shore with my buddy Kevin when we spotted this Great Blue Heron perched on its nest. I had my camera ready in case it decided to take flight. We were careful to use long lenses so we could maintain a respectful distance from the bird.
This was a unique night along the shore of St Margaret’s Bay because the sun was still above the horizon but the light was more akin to what you expect in blue hour (after sunset). I love how the pools of water reflect the magenta light from the cloud covered sky.
I’m always on the lookout for interesting things when I hike in the forest. This dead tree stump reminded me of a Great Blue Heron staring up at the sky. Some folks say they see a snake rearing up. What do you see?
Sure he looks sweet and innocent. Just remember, looks can be deceiving! FYI we have a fenced in area where our cats can enjoy the outdoors without being able to roam. It keeps them and the area’s wildlife safe.
This backlit chickadee was sizing me up as I was taking its photo. It was probably hoping I had some sunflower seeds in my pocket. Not today my little friend.
I noticed a clump of these yellow flowers alongside a trail we frequently hike. I hadn’t noticed the water droplets until I uploaded the photo to my computer. I used a flash for this image which helped light up the flower while maintaining a nice dark background.
If you follow my photography you probably know that the Halifax Public Gardens is one of my favourite places to photograph. I especially love it when it’s foggy or snowing. I used the surrounding trees to help frame this scene and provide a feeling of three dimensionality. You’d never know that this place is located in the heart of a busy city!
Wildlife photographers strive to capture original images of the birds and animals they photograph. How often have you seen a photo of a barred owl having a poop?
Experts say that you can improve your photography skills by learning to shoot different subjects from your usual ones. I typically photograph landscapes and nature so I decided to get up early and take a stroll along the Halifax Waterfront and look for interesting man made subjects. This building caught my eye as it stood out in the golden hour light. I really like its unique structure as it stands tall below that awesome sky! Canada hosted a G7 Summit meeting here in 1995.
Another man made subject that caught my eye – the Halifax Sailor’s Memorial. The inscription on it reads
“The sailor statue representing those valiant young Canadians who served in both war and peace is symbolic of the thousands of sailors who were instrumental in the victory at sea and a fitting acknowledgement to those who continue to maintain the peace.” – The Atlantic Chief and Petty Officers’ Association
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