High Dynamic Range Photos

For me, it all began one day in 2007, while working for my sister. I was working part time for her building websites. There were many hours spent on-line looking for that one picture that captured the look we wanted. I always had a hard time because I felt like there was something missing from most of the pictures I came across. Though they were beautiful, I felt they could be seen in a different light.

After many searches, and endless pictures that we weren’t quite happy with, I found it. At first I was convinced it was a painting, then no, it has to be a picture, then back to the painting. At this point it was driving me crazy, so I began to do some research. After many hours I was introduced to the world of HDR Photography, it was amazing!

After learning roughly what HDR was I had to know how to do it. As I was already passionate about photography to begin with. This is when I discovered “Stuck In Customs” and Trey Ratcliff. The HDR Guru in my opinion. He was the only one I could find at the time that was willing to share his secrets with the world. It made all the difference for me. The on-line tutorial was packed full of information and let you know exactly what software was needed to get started.

At this point it was all a little overwhelming, and I started to put all bits and pieces together that I needed to do HDR. It took many years to get to this point and I am still just getting started. I use a Canon XT, max three exposure’s (but it still works just fine) with the standard lens and I also have a Canon 70-300 ISM Lens that I love to use for wildlife shots. I also have a tripod, of course and just recently have purchased a few gadgets that seem to make life a little easier, such as a remote cable release, Lens Hoods and I guess that’s it for new toys.

So, here it is, my first attempt at HDR. I hope you enjoy the Prints you are about to see and I have found a life long hobby (possibly a career?) but I will let you make that decision.