This is a re-shoot of what was probably going to be my free study entry. When this challenge came up, I knew if I had the right weather, this was my best shot at a spectacular entry. Where the free study I have other options available.
In this re-shoot, I did a few things differently.
1. I used a tripod and mirror lockup
2. I used ISO 100 instead of 200 (when creating an HDR, it makes a noticeable difference)
3. I got up earlier (this game me a nicer gradient in the sky colors)
4. I paid more attention to branches that could get in the way (to make less cloning work in post)
In the end, I'm happier with the re-do, even though I was blown away by the original. It is amazing that this can happen :)
The end composition is a 5 exposure HDR from -2 to +2. A little spot editing to get rid of an errant branch, and a bit of a color boost.
I would easily give this photo an 8, maybe a 9. And with my recent more critical votes (at least I feel like I've been more critical), that gives me high hopes for this.
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