Autumn in Jasper National Park

Yesterday I drove through Jasper National Park and the leaves were yellow and red. It was a visual delight for a photographer. There were many taking pictures from the side of the road.

I decided to venture off the road to an area with a cluster of Aspen trees in a meadow. I was in my little world taking pictures of the trees and leaves. The sky was full of clouds with a lot of blue which provided a very nice colour contrast. I took pictures knowing that these will look good in black and white as well. I also tried HDR however the wind was blowing hard I doubt any will turn out.

As I was walking out of the meadow a car did a quick u-turn on the park road. The passenger window rolled down. The couple inside asked me hey did you see some animals? I did a few km's back but I doubt they are still there. But at this location no. They completely missed the leaves and being able to enjoy what opportunity was given to them. Animals they will always present themselves at any time the time you least expect them. Leaves will only be this colour once a year if they were from another country they should capitalize on what is available while they are here.

Opening Comments

Hello all. This is my first foray into blogging. I will periodically post entries to my blog on the subject of photography, predominately landscape photography and the various formats and techniques that are available to the amateur, and professional. Mostly amateur and novice as I am still discovering techniques and improving my skills and repertoire.

I will be concentrating mostly on black and white photography, and HDR (High Dynamic Range), I also like to experiment in other forms of photography but being close to the mountains and nature I predominantly prefer landscape photography.

Go to my Flickr page to view some of my shots.

From time to time I will also post links to upcoming photographers and seasoned ones as well to bring attention to their style.

First photographer that has been developing a style that I admire is Tracy Somerville.

Website: Be Beautiful Photography
linkedin: Be Beautiful Photography
Flickr: Be Beautiful Photographer on Flickr
Facebook: Be Beautiful Photography

If you are in the area of Lethbridge Alberta I would definitely look her up if you require any portrait photography.

This sums it up for my first post. Its a gorgeous day outside and I'm going for a bike ride. Oh did I forget to mention I am also an avid mountain biker and road cyclist. How do you think I get to scope out shooting locations? I'm packing my camera and I'm going "hunting" for some shots.