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I created this surreal image while teaching speedlite-based light-painting using Canon Speedlite 600EX-RT. After a couple of test frames, I established that a 30 second exposure (in B Mode) at F4.5 and ISO 1600 would expose the stars adequately and give my handheld Canon Speedlite time to recycle. By “open-flashing” the trees from the opposite side from the camera I was able to create this interesting edge-lit look. It took six pops - and a lot of running around! - to pull it off but it was well worth it. My Canon Speedlite was set to Manual Mode @ ½ power for rapid recycling.
Gear: Canon EOS 1Ds MKIII with Canon EF 24-105mm F/4L IS USM and handheld Canon Speedlite 600EX-RT.
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Serengeti After Dark
Photographer: Bruce Dorn
Bruce Dorn | Feb 13, 2018
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