LE GRANDE HARVE

19.02.21

Some days it all comes down to being in the right place at the right time, or, knowing what you want! The clouds looked like they were picking up some colour about an hour before sunset and the wind was blowing an opening in the clouds in the right direction. All I had to do was get into position and wait for some sun to pop through.

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L

24mm / ƒ14 / 1/4s / ISO 100

HARBOUR CRANES

14.02.21

From bed to location in a little over 5 minutes. I tried to have a lie in but just couldn’t resist peeping my head outside to see if there was any colour in the sky. Not quite as spectacular as yesterday although the few extra degrees was very welcome.

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L

24mm / ƒ11 / 0.6s / ISO 100

LOOPHOLE

11.02.21

Hit snooze, you loose. That’s my motto to myself. I’ve figured, if I focus on the time I go to bed and go straight to sleep, I can control my mind to wake up before my alarm. It’s worked three days in a row. Maybe it’s the anticipation of snow, or maybe I subconsciously repeat my motto in my sleep!

In total I had 8 layers of clothes on this morning (including two pairs of trousers) but that icy wind was a killer. As soon as the colour in the sky faded I was out of there sharp.

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L

20mm / ƒ11 / 0.4s / ISO 100

ROCKY SHORES

10.02.21

Over the years I’ve learnt to really appreciate our coastline. From the wildlife and and flowers in the spring to the spectacular and violent seas in the winter, nothing clears your head more than getting out and experiencing what’s on our doorstep. That said, my toes and fingers had lost all feeling by the time I took this. Must get thicker gloves and socks!

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L

17mm / ƒ11 / 1/13s / ISO 200

FREE RANGE

09.02.21

The infamous Rue des Choffins gang of chickens, fierce rivals of the Rue des Annevilles chicken clan on the other side of the reservoir. Always check your wallet when leaving this area!

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L

17mm / ƒ7.1 / 1/125s / ISO 500

PAINTERLY SEAS

01.02.21

Probably one of my more risky shots but a little extra effort goes a long way. The tides needed to be just the right height or the waves would either be too far down or completely submerge the moorings. I have to admit I was bricking it a bit with the potential of my camera being swept away by the powerful waves. But, I completed my own risk assessment, studying the waves for ten minutes and then elevated myself just enough to be able to grab it if needed.

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV - EF17-40mm f4L

20mm / ƒ11 / 1/5s / ISO 100