QUICK TIP!
Use weather apps like Met Office or BBC Weather for an up-to-date forecast to check for heavy rain, snow, fog, lightning and more
SET UP ON A TRIPOD
Exposure times are often longer on overcast days as there is less natural light coming through the clouds. Setting up on a tripod provides a sturdy base to shoot from when taking long exposures; it also frees up your hands so you can hold a large umbrella over you and your camera to keep the rain off!
When the heavens open on a wet day in the UK, do you feel like staying warm and cosy indoors? Me too! But I also like to venture out with my Canon camera to take stormy scenic shots.
At first it may seem like a crazy idea; however, if you love shooting landscapes, heading out in adverse weather conditions, whether it's rain, fog or even a thunderstorm, can reward you with incredible pictures that nobody else has taken because they would rather stay indoors! Not to mention, bad weather is often followed by clear skies and opportunities for rainbows which can also make for showstopping landscape images.
Many Canon EOS cameras will have decent weather sealing that can take light splashes, but in this project we'll show you how to beef up its protection from the elements, as well as share our top tips for shooting in inclement weather. Let's get to it!
THE MISSION
Take moody photos in bad weather
Time needed
One hour
Skill level
Intermediate
Kit needed
Canon EOS
Freezer bag
Lens cloth
Photoshop CC
SET UP LEARN TO SHOOT IN ALL WEATHERS
A quick look at essential kit to help your shoot in adverse weather conditions
This story is from the February 2023 edition of PhotoPlus : The Canon Magazine.
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