THE MAGIC OF WINTER

photos by Adrienne Lubbe

The Magic of WINTER serves up some of the best conditions for great outdoor photography. It offers mist, frost, ice, snow, dust, smoke and wind. The mist makes your photos moody and hides all the visual chaos you would normally find in the photos. Windy days blow dust into the atmosphere which create spectacular sunsets. Close ups of frost and ice show the delicate structure of the ice crystals.

Some problem solving tips for taking photos in the winter:

·         Condensation can occur on the camera lens and view finder if the temperature of the camera is warmer than the surrounding climatic conditions. One needs to get the camera temperature to equalize to the surrounding temperature by leaving it out of its bag so that it is cold to start off with.

·         The colder the temperature the faster the batteries lose their power. Keep a spare battery in a pocket near your body so that it can remain warm.

·         Wear gloves (even those with the tips cut off) so that your fingers are warm for ease of operating.

·         Wear good hiking shoes to prevent slipping in icy conditions and to keep you feet warm.

(Article adapted from THE MAGIC OF WINTER by Martin Osner)