The Golden Hour
  @ 24-Aug-2009 23:00


  • As you can see, almost all the parameters of these photos are different. However, I consider them to be similar enough to show no effect on these two photographs. The photos are, though, dramatically different. The only thing that really varies here is light. First photograph was made at midday when lighting is harsh and contrasts are strong. The second shot, on another hand, was taken during the golden hour when lighting is softer and more pleasant. Golden hour is usually the first or last hour of sunlight during the day when lighting is magical. This is one of the nature’s special effects available to everyone twice a day.

    P.S. There is a little trick with the second photo. You might wonder what is it or you might already guessed. It is the sun reflections from numerous windows of building across the street that add additional depth to the photograph.

    Location: Four Points Hotel, 160 Sussex St, Sydney, Australia

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