This was the very first picture I made on my trip. It was made at the beautiful and idyllic old French town of Akaroa on the south island's east coast. This little town is an absolute gem of a place, and, I actively encourage anyone going to New Zealand to spend a little time there, at least. Then, after a day of sightseeing (perhaps a dolphin watching cruise?), go and eat at the fish and chips shop on the main strip. They do great fush'n'chups.
You may note the crest of the incoming waves, especially towards centre-left, lapping gently upon the shore, but, note also how the water becomes calm the further you go out? This assisted me in maintaining crispness in the boats docked towards the left-hand side of the composition during this 2 second exposure. The lapping waves also gives the image some fluid dynamic which is matched by the motion of the clouds.
Inspired by Ulrich Schnauss' timeless music.
Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
2s f/16.0 at 17.0mm iso100
Slightly larger version found
here.
Comments and critique most welcome.
Regards,
Humayun