Pictures from my most recent volunteer week at the Observatory

[Snow Miser]

Patrick, I agree with Kathy. And I miss seeing all your great moose photos.

[KathyC]

I'm sure that they are wondering where Uncle Patrick has been...

Ed, your pictures are stunning!!

[Charlie]

Ed how did you get the pictures to come out so sharp
they look good

[Brad]

Ed how did you get the pictures to come out so sharp
they look good

Maybe he did not have 45 MPH winds like we did.

[h2oeco]

Having calmer winds definitely helps, but when a lot of those pictures were taken winds were in the forties, if not higher... :-)

But on a more serious note... I can think of a couple of things that probably made a difference:

1) Having the right camera and lenses really helps. "Heavy" cameras and lenses are easier to hold steady.
2) I always try to brace my elbows against my body to steady the camera, and, if there is something physical to rest on/brace against, (especially if windy), I'll use that too. Crouching down, and resting your elbows on your thighs/knees can help too.

Thanks again to everyone for the comments/complements.

Ed

[Anna LeBlanc]

Patrick I'm with Kathy, I really miss you too.I'm sure your moose friends can't wait to see you again.

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Anna