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NIKON D3100

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Aperture f/5.6 ISO 100 Shutter 1/250

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Mar, 2013

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did not appear to be too happy being in the rain

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Location

This photo was taken near a pond in Cypress, Texas. I was out trying to get shots of some mallard ducks when i noticed this squirrel. He seemed quite interested in what i was doing.

Time

This was mid-afternoon.

Lighting

I had planned on getting to the location much earlier, when the light would be softer, but something came up and i was not able to get there until mid-afternoon. It was a clear day and the light was pretty harsh, but i noticed when he started coming down the tree, he would be in shade. What saved the photo was the shade from the tree he was climbing.

Equipment

This was shot using a Nikon D3100. hand held, F5.6 @ 270mm. ISO 100.

Inspiration

This was one of those spur of the moment shots. The ducks i was attempting to shoot were not being very cooperative that day. I had been there for a while and noticed him earlier way up at the top of the tree. He eventually came down for a better look, which brought him eye level and into the shade. I was able to just turn around and shoot.

Editing

Very little post-processing. Adjusted the exposure a little and cropped.

In my camera bag

I usually keep a Nikon D600 and a Nikon D7000 as a spare. A 50 mm 1.8, 85 mm 3.5 and a 70-300 4.5-5.6, along with the 18-55 mm kit lens. Since i favor outdoor shots, the 70-300 has become my go to lens. Always carry extra battery and cards. If i need a tripod, i will pack my manfrotto carbon fiber or use a carbon fiber monopod.

Feedback

I had planned on shooting mallard ducks that day. Sitting there waiting for the right shots, i looked around and noticed this squirrel in a tree behind me. He was too high in the tree for a decent shot, but i kept an eye on him and he eventually came down and i was able to get this shot. Always be aware of your surroundings. I never did get a decent shot of the ducks that day, but i was pretty happy to get this guy.

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