Talapus Lake

 

I went up to Talapus Lake with the intent of taking pictures of water falls at slow shutter speeds to make the water look lacy.  The first thing I learned was that modern digital cameras with their ISO equivalent 200 film speed are hard toset to a slow shutter speed.  I was surprised to learn that it is difficult even in the dark forest on a cloudy day.  I still managed to get a few

 

I had not planned in hiking in the snow, but I hit snow as soon as I stepped out of my car, but you know, the trail is the trail.  I’ve noticed lately, with alarming frequency, that the universe is not lining up to my hiking plans.

But the hike was a pleasant stroll through the trees and the lake was beautiful. The sun came out which didn’t help the slow shutter speed problem, but was a tremendous boost to the spirits.

My other goal is to someday take a good icicle picture, but that also requires water to be in a clearing, the sun to be just right and the ability to get close without endangering life and limb. And I’m still having trouble getting the universe to align to my wishes.

 

Talapus Lake Pictures