Outliers | Walkway to the Light

12/21/2021 Outliers | Walkway to the Light

Outliers | Walkway to the Light   Walking to the Manistee North Pierhead Light can be treacherous in the winter.

The Back Story   Simple click after slipping and sliding while walking along the pier.    Note: I post an image everyday at hankconrad.com.

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EventWalking along the Pier
LocationManistee North Pierhead Light
Date/Time12/30/2009  2:43pm Local Time
WeatherCloudy | 28°F | Light Winds
MethodSimple click.
GearNikon D300 with an AF 80-400mm f4.5-5.6D ED VR lens
Exposure
135mm (202mm)  f/20  1/60s  0ev  1600iso
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Nikon D3x Bread Sticks | Little Sable Light  

11/14/2021 Nikon D3x Bread Sticks | Little Sable Light

Nikon D3x Bread Sticks | Little Sable Light    The Little Sable Light lies on the east shore of Lake Michigan in western Michigan.

The Back Story  This image came from a simple click while walking along the beach.    Note: I post an image everyday at hankconrad.com.

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EventDriving Diversion
LocationLittle Sable Light
Date/Time10/16/2011  4:42pm Local Time
WeatherFair Skies | 57°F | Moderate Winds
MethodSimple click.
GearNikon D3x with an AF-S PC-E 24mm f/3.5D ED lens
Exposure
24mm (24mm)  f/9.5  1/1000s -0.5ev  400iso
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Nikon 1 V3 Hodgepodge | Point Betsie

Nikon 1 V3 Hodgepodge | Point Betsie

Nikon 1 V3 Hodgepodge | Point Betsie   The Point Betsie Lighthouse, located on the northeast shore of Lake Michigan, sees some pretty dramatic weather and rarely disappoints for a nice image.  It really does not matter what time of the year, there’s plenty of good clouds, wind, and waves any time of the year.  A little closer look at the Point Betsie Lighthouse reveals nice restoration work done over the last couple of years. The Friends of Point Betsie Lighthouse have restored the lighthouse and now operate it.

The Back Story   This image is really a simple click after a short walk down the beach.  Note: I post an image everyday at hankconrad.com.

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EventMichigan Fall Color Drive
LocationPoint Betsie Lighthouse
Date/Time10/13/2018  2:43pm Local Time
WeatherPartly Cloudy | 50°F | Moderate Winds
MethodSimple click.
GearNikon 1 V3 with a 1 VR 10-30mm f/3.4-5.6 PD-Zoom
Exposure
10mm (27mm)  f/9  1/400s  -0.33ev  160iso
PostStrengthened contrast a bit.

Nikon 1 V3 Hodgepodge | Timeless Manistee Light

Nikon 1 V3 Hodgepodge | Timeless Manistee Light

Nikon 1 V3 Hodgepodge | Timeless Manistee Light    The Manistee Light looks so tranquil even though it’s a very windy day.  For more Midwest seascapes, see Midwest Seascapes | a 7 Image Story.

The Back Story  How do you get tranquility on a windy day!   With wind gusts blowing at 25 knots, waves at 3 to 4 feet, and hard sun light, a long exposure seems near impossible.  Enter a 6 stop neutral density filter and magic; a 6 second exposure tames those waves, calms the wind a bit, and takes those shadows out of the image.  Tranquility at last!  The only problem; keeping the camera still with all that wind and sand blowing in your face.  A tripod helps, but only a little.  Note: I post an image everyday at hankconrad.com.

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EventWindy Day at the Manistee Lighthouse
LocationManistee, MI
Date/Time9/29/2016  1:05pm Local Time
WeatherFair Skies | 70°F | Moderate Winds with High Gusts
MethodUsed a tripod on the beach and held it down due to high gusty winds.
GearNikon 1 V3 with a 1 VR 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6 lens plus a 6 stop ND filter on a tripod
Exposure
31.9mm (86mm)  f/16  6.0s  0ev  160iso
PostSharpened lighthouse a bit and smoothed clouds a bit.

Fine Art Portfolio | Point Betsie Light

Fine Art Portfolio | Point Betsie Light

Fine Art Portfolio | Point Betsie Light   The background dark storm clouds make great contrast against the crashing waves and wave whitecaps.  The lighthouse compliments the drama in the waves and skies.  You can almost feel the wind.

The Back Story  The winds were really brisk for the walk along the beach north of the lighthouse.  After choosing a position, setting up the tripod and keeping still turned out to be more than a little difficult.  Really, it was impossible to keep the tripod from vibrating.  Luckily, there was enough light to keep the shutter speed high.  After repositioning three times, I finally got the right angle on the composition.  Then, I waited until the wind, waves, and clouds lines up.  I shot several 10-12 shot bursts to capture the wave crash at its maximum height.

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EventPhoto Stop for Lighthouse
LocationPoint Betsie Light
Date/Time9/03/2010  10:23 am Local Time
WeatherCloudy & Stormy  |  63°F  |  High Winds
MethodHike north from lighthouse parking area. Setup tripod. Wait for wind, waves, and clouds align. Clicks
GearNikon D3x with 70-200mm lens

Fine Art Portfolio | Manistee Light

Fine Art Portfolio | Manistee Light

Fine Art Portfolio | Manistee Light   The shadows and a water over spray along the breakwater as well as the breakwater’s long, sharp lines against the sky provide perspective and depth.  The light stands out even though it’s rather small in the image.

The Back Story  The walk along the beach to the breakwater was nice.  The Manistee Light was basking in midday sun.  A  B&W image will take advantage of the harsh light and sharp shadows.  And, a little under exposure will increase the drama.  Any way you look at it; it’s a nice day to be near the lake with a camera.

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EventPhoto Stop for Lighthouse
LocationManistee Lighthouse
Date/Time9/29/2016  1:32 pm Local Time
WeatherFair Skies  |  70°F  |  Moderate Winds
MethodWalk along the beach to the breakwater, reposition for numerous clicks, use tripod to contract the wind.
GearNikon 1 V3 with 30-110mm lens

Midwest Seascapes | Point Betsie

Midwest Seascapes | Point Betsie

Midwest Seascapes | Point Betsie   Point Betsie Lighthouse in northern Michigan sees some pretty dramatic weather.  There’s plenty of good clouds, wind, and waves any time of the year.  Too get the best views and images, a short hike north up the beach is usually necessary.  Watch for wind surfers and sailboats; they can make rather interesting images.  For the whole story with all images, see Midwest Seascapes | a 7 Image Story.