Saturday, June 5, 2010

June Morning Shadows

Here are some shadow shots from my walk in the desert yesterday morning.  In June, it is so bright and sunny at 6:00AM, I have to adjust the exposure bias on my camera to -2/3 or else the highlights blow out.  That makes the image on the LCD screen dim, and with sunglasses on I can barely see what I'm shooting.  Luckily, the bunny and squirrel were standing still like statues, so I was able to picture them.




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38 comments:

  1. Martha ZJune 5, 2010 at 12:43 PM

    The long shadows this time of year say you were out early or late. The squirrel looks ready for a fight.

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  2. clairzJune 5, 2010 at 1:03 PM

    Wonderful shots with that good low-angle sun. That little squirrel looks like a cartoon character.

    I know what you mean about trying to see the LCD screen in the sunshine. I keep juggling sunglasses and regular glasses and end up having no idea if the shot is in focus or not.

    I keep trying to get to my morning walk before the sun comes up, but I have yet to get out the door in time.

    Stay cool!

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  3. betchaiJune 5, 2010 at 1:39 PM

    oh wow, the suirrel looks surprised yet ready to defend its life :) another set of wonderful captures Diane.

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  4. CassieJune 5, 2010 at 3:28 PM

    Too cool Diane! The rabbit and squirrel Shadow Shots are really good. I think the rabbit is my fave. Have a good weekend.

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  5. WoodyJune 5, 2010 at 3:42 PM

    A couple of cuties with great shadows you captured there!

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  6. LindyJune 5, 2010 at 3:43 PM

    Lovely shadow shots. I especially like the flower petal shadows on the yellow curb.

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  7. Sylvia KJune 5, 2010 at 3:58 PM

    I do love those little guys! How cute and how great that you were able to photograph them. Such great little shadows! And the flower shadows are lovely! Have a great evening, Diane!

    Sylvia

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  8. ClytieJune 5, 2010 at 4:24 PM

    I sooo enjoyed that squirrel!!! He is absolutely adorable!

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  9. UnknownJune 5, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    Those are very cute. I love seeing photos of squirrels we don't get them here in New Zealand.

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  10. •°°• IcyBC •°°•June 5, 2010 at 6:15 PM

    These are wonderful shots, Diane! I love the pose of the squirrel.

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  11. The Retired OneJune 5, 2010 at 7:12 PM

    Loved that lonnnnng shadow the squirrel made...it looked like a giant compared to his real size!

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  12. AnonymousJune 5, 2010 at 8:01 PM

    Squirrels and Bunnies, how great!

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  13. JulieJune 5, 2010 at 8:44 PM

    Such adorable creatures!! neat leaves shadows too! You always have the coolest walks of all time!!! The pic of Tyler and his Mom is so great in your sidebar!!!

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  14. blog with no nameJune 5, 2010 at 8:58 PM

    Bunnies and squirrels are cute, but not compared to that little outlaw on your side bar... He looks very content...

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  15. RainfieldJune 5, 2010 at 10:53 PM

    The squirrel is cute, the shadow makes it look even greater.

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  16. SAPhotographs (Joan)June 5, 2010 at 11:12 PM

    What a neat trick to get them to pose like that for you Diane. :)

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  17. Hey HarrietJune 5, 2010 at 11:38 PM

    Awww...I love the bunny and the squirrel! You managed to capture so beautifully!

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  18. Self SagacityJune 6, 2010 at 5:12 AM

    Those are some special shadows of the critters. The white belly squirrel is adorable.

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  19. LanceJune 6, 2010 at 5:21 AM

    I love the bunny's ears!!!! Happy Sunday Diane!!

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  20. UnknownJune 6, 2010 at 6:29 AM

    those beasties are just too cute...

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  21. GaelynJune 6, 2010 at 8:01 AM

    That squirrel looks like a little alien. Great shadows.

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  22. AnonymousJune 6, 2010 at 8:05 AM

    I just love that squirrel!!

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  23. Brenda's ArizonaJune 6, 2010 at 11:06 AM

    Diane, do you have a digital SLR with lenses? If so, maybe try a polarizing filter? I have gotten so I won't shoot without it here in AZ glary days.

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  24. Diane AZJune 6, 2010 at 1:02 PM

    Hi Brenda, I just have a point and shoot and it won't take a filter. When monsoon season starts and we get some cloud cover, it will get easier for pictures.

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  25. Magical Mystical TeacherJune 6, 2010 at 1:53 PM

    jackrabbit resting
    but ready to run at news
    of startling nature


    Shimmering Shadow

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  26. EG CameraGirlJune 6, 2010 at 2:38 PM

    You've captured some great shadows in the Arizona sun! How did you capture that jack rabbit. I'm amazed!

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  27. lynda howellsJune 6, 2010 at 4:56 PM

    l love rabbits and these are gorgeous shadow shotsx lynda

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  28. StephanieJune 6, 2010 at 10:47 PM

    Nice shots Diane! Love the shadows captured like these. The second picture without squirrel, the colours are really good. I like it :-D Have a another great week!

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  29. SquirrelQueenJune 7, 2010 at 12:23 AM

    What fun shots. The little ground squirrel is so cute, she gave you a great pose. The bunny is adorable.

    I have to ask why you didn't turn off the LCD and use the viewfinder in the bright sunlight? My LCD is impossible to see in bright light.

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  30. Joanne OlivieriJune 7, 2010 at 1:01 PM

    oh, the bunny and squirrel shadow shots are adorable.

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  31. Betsy Banks AdamsJune 7, 2010 at 9:01 PM

    Hi Diane, I always love your desert pictures---any time of year. These shadow ones are fabulous... Thanks!!!!
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  32. AllisonJune 7, 2010 at 9:50 PM

    My son and I love these little critters!

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  33. ThérèseJune 8, 2010 at 6:34 AM

    Polarized sunglasses placed in front of your camera lens will do the trick...
    What if the squirrel had been aware of the size of its shadow? lol

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  34. Diane AZJune 8, 2010 at 6:41 AM

    Thanks, I appreciate the suggestions for photographing in bright light. :)

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  35. ProsperoJune 8, 2010 at 12:14 PM

    For my money, the squirrel is the star!

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  36. KaHollyJune 8, 2010 at 3:37 PM

    Bravo!! Great shots!

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  37. RajeshJune 8, 2010 at 8:26 PM

    Beautiful shots. You have captured them perfectly.

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  38. AyieJune 11, 2010 at 11:59 PM

    shadows can sometimes play tricks on your eyes

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