Story behind the photograph - Rice paddy

October 16, 2014  •  Leave a Comment

rice paddy fieldsHoi An thunderstormRice paddy fields during the rainy season From the moment that a holiday to Vietnam had been planned, I had this photograph in my mind. 

 

The image was taken on the outskirts of Hoi An in July 2013.  Hoi An is a wonderful place to visit, with so many opportunities for a photographer.

 

The photograph was taken late afternoon, as the wet season storms that prevail at the time of year were rolling in. 

 

Armed with my lightweight tripod, trusty D700 and wide angle lens I rode off on my scooter to find a suitable spot amongst the rice paddies. 

 

I printed the resulting image on “Alumalux” to capture the vivid colour of the race paddy and the crisp detail of the thunder storm.

 

D700, 17-35mm f2.8, 1/640th at f8, ISO 200

 

July 2013


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