Tennessee Stream-first try at this stuff

DitchDoc

So I just got a new camera last night, my first dslr, and had to rush out this morning to try it. This image probably isn't that good but I absolutely love this type of image with the waterfall. It's not very sharp but I don't yet own a tripod. I'd love some tips.


Tennessee stream by Ditch Doc7, on Flickr

EXIF: aperture 4.375, shutter 1.3, ISO 200

Lornce

Nicely composed, from where I'm sitting. A terrific first effort.

You'd enjoy the benefits of a tripod.

squirl033

yes, a tripod is defnintely in order! i like the way you've caught the water with the slow shutter, though you could probably get the same effect at twice that shutter speed... you normally don't need longer than one second tops to get that silky flow effect, and for smaller streams, you can often achieve it at 3/4 second or so... for this shot, i'd also see about doing some PP to brighten up the banks of the stream... it's pretty diark. all in all, though, an excellent first effort!

DitchDoc

That's outstanding advice! I'll definitely try those things. Thanks a bunch! Thanks for the compliments as well.

CWSkopec

Very nice first attempt, Doc!

Grab yourself a tripod and keep it up.

(I know when I got my first dslr, I was pretty broke for a while, but I managed to find a tripod for $10 at a swap meet. I've upgraded since then and it's been worth it, but if you're broke like I was, keep your eyes open)

A-1 Boss

That is a really great shot. Especially hand held. Nice job.

DitchDoc

Thanks again for the advice and compliments! I got a tripod finally and it's helping a ton!