Artificial Light for Nature Photography

Photography is about playing with photons, at least in terms of conventional photography.
Whereas in nature photography, with the exception of some underwater shots, it depends
mostly on natural sunlight. However, the older photography becomes, the more photographers
are willing to experiment. This is why photographers working outdoors can use tools sending
photons to reach artistic effects rather than documentary ones. I would like to share several of
my projects which focuse on artificial light and the opportunity it may bring.

Incorporating a flash or a torch with the other photography equipment can lead us to new ways of expressing ideas and interesting aesthetics in outdoor photo activity. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant psychiatrist from the novels by Thomas Harris, appreciates simplicity. This seems to be the right approach to photography. Before reaching for any electronic equipment lets take a look at a simple reflector. One sunny day, a few springs ago I was exploring one of m...