Winter Sun

[Birma]

Against the recent run of grey, dreary weather there was some sunshine here on Monday. This is one of my usual haunts close to home; just right for a quick early morning visit.

I was especially attracted to the winter trees with their elaborate network of branches and twigs.


2012 Old Hills - Oak and Worcester Beacon by Birm, on Flickr


2012 Old Hills - Worcester Beacon Morning by Birm, on Flickr

Both with Nex 5 and SEL 55-210mm.

[Birma]

A close-up of the Beacon.


2012 Old Hills - Worcester Beacon Early Light by Birm, on Flickr

The woodland was alive with small birds and squirrels - all far too wary and quick for me. It would have been a good challenge for a barrage of 70-400 SSMs .


2012 Old Hills - Winter Trees by Birm, on Flickr

[Dr. Harout]

First and second for me.

[jcoffin]

I have to agree, the winter trees (especially that first one) are gorgeous, and you've captured them nicely too!

[Greg Beetham]

Wow Birma the sky is clear of clouds that was a lucky break, the sunlight sure adds some zing to an image. As much as I like bracken and thickets for what is usually in it I have to say the first one is my fav closely followed by the second one.
Greg

[mvanrheenen]

Hi Birma, you were lucky to catch what seems to be a beautifull start of the day!

I especially like the first image. Beautiful tree with a nice golden light shining in from a good angle. I like the second image as well, for I like sheep

Mark

[Ossie]

Lovely pics. 1 and 2 my favourites

Ossie

[Birma]

Thank you Doc, Jcoffin, Greg, Mark and Ossie for you kind comments . The first shot could probably also go in the Reoccuring Places thread as I have been photographing it in the changing seasons for about a year now. I like the view but it means straddling a barbed wire fence surrounded by brambles . I think the 55mm on the SEL55-210 is just a bit too long. Perhaps I'll try a prime 50 next time.

I like the SEl 16 with SEL 55-210 as a Landscape combo. Using Lightroom has reduced my reliance on ND grad filters and so the kit bag continues getting lighter. The idea of trading in my A mount collection continues to become more tempting.

[mvanrheenen]

I like the SEl 16 with SEL 55-210 as a Landscape combo. Using Lightroom has reduced my reliance on ND grad filters and so the kit bag continues getting lighter. The idea of trading in my A mount collection continues to become more tempting.

I can imagine you are tempted. I am too except for the birding I do. Using a Nex 3 on a 70-400G is a bit too much of a trade off

[Alpha_Zagreb]

First and second for me.

+1. Very nice pictures.

[Birma]

Thank you Alpha_Zagreb

[Birma]

Here are a couple more from the "sunny day" - this time from the other end of the day .


2012 Winter - Evening at Croome Park by Birm, on Flickr


2012 Winter - Old Tree at Sunset by Birm, on Flickr

Both with Nex 5 and SEL 16mm.

I am undecided about the first one - there is a lot of empty space, but I like the proportions that it provides.

[Dusty]

I like that first one, too, Birma, but it would be a really good shot if you had an HDR version and could lift the shadows in the trees and tower at the back.

Dusty

[aster]

The first and the second with the animal kingdom are my favourites also, Birma.

Weather and Sun does work for good photography in your local grounds.... : )

Thanks for sharing,

Yildiz

[Birma]

Thanks Yildiz .