P#19: An Aerial Shot of a Forest in Autumn
If you think this scenic aerial shot of a forest in autumn was shot from a plane, you're in for quite a surprise
I was captivated by this photograph of a forest in autumn -- I thought it was taken from a plane. I was happy to hear that I was wrong! Jim Zuckerman explains that airplane rides aren't the only way to get amazing aerial shots of fall foliage.
A Unique Perspective
Jim Zuckerman: This aerial photograph of a forest in autumn was taken in a location I mentioned earlier in the interview, at the Groton Reserve. The picture was taken from Owl's Head looking down on the reservoir with a long telephoto lens. This particular image was taken with the equivalent of a 300mm.
Look at the shoreline. There's an s curve there. This is another example of what I'm talking about with respect to graphic design. (click the image for a larger version)
This picture also displays a very nice color contrast between the blue water and the fall color trees, so it's a combination of design and contrast -- both elements that make for fantastic fall images.
Audri Lanford: You've also got a couple of the red trees interspersed there, and they really pop out.
Jim Zuckerman: Yes, those trees do help make the composition of this photograph work.
In Conclusion
Aerial photographs aren't always taken from a plane or a helicopter. Sometimes you just need a unique vantage point. That's exactly how Jim Zuckerman got this aerial fall shot. By combining the ideal shoot location with design and contrast, Jim was able to create a breathtaking image of a forest in autumn.
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