Tech Info:
Handheld Nikon D200, 85mm f1.8 lens set to f2.5, at 1/640th sec., ISO200, B/W mode, normal parameters.
This image was made within a rather average looking location at the park, but one where I have noticed the light doing some good things to the subject’s face. The leaves of trees keep the direct backlight off of the subject, while the very large expanse of sky in front indirectly lights him up with an even and soft quality of light. A bit more specifically, I think the reason I like this particular spot so much is because it just happens to have just the right amount of fill happening in relation to the backlight exposure. To learn of such spots, keep your eyes open and make mental notes. It’s nice when you bump into them without having to search too much.
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–Eddie.