Dog Days of Summer

Nikon D7000, Nikon 28-300 @ 230mm. ISO 200. f/11 @ 1/320 sec.
Well, at least someone on the paddle board was having a grand time. It is not as clear if her dogs were sharing in her enjoyment. She was paddling along in a protected area while all the athletes were wind surfing and kite boarding in 20 knot winds on the Columbia in Hood River. Don't you just dig the matching life vests? Dog's names, from left to right are: Dude, Doodles and Elvis. Honest. And no one fell off. Amazing!

4th of July in Hood River

Nikon D800, Nikon 24-70mm lens at 70mm. ISO 200. f/11 at 4.3 sec.


I know, it has been way too long since I posted any images. There are more to come.
This image was taken from up on the hill in White Salmon, WA, on a wonderful spot that I had scouted out earlier in the day. There was only another couple there so it was pretty secluded. It is interesting to shoot fireworks, because you wait until you see something, then hold the shutter open using the "bulb" setting, and then close it when you think best. Needless to say, not every exposure works, but I did like this one and I hope that you do also. Have a great summer!