Waterfalls report, May 2009


The spring runoff in Colorado is beautiful.  We scouted the Waterfalls between Durango and Silverton and then northwest to Mineral Creek.  All the waterfalls are clear of snow and flowing like crazy.  Watch out for using too slow a shutter speed as the result will be "blown out" highlights.  Adjust your ISO to get shutter speeds like 1/30 - 1/60 of a second; your water will have texture and movement.  I love how the water "sprays" this time of year.  Be careful and wear good hiking boots that will grip the slick trails around the falls.  I'll be teaching Waterfall photography on June 20th.  Join us for the day!  Call 970-946-9727 to register, or email kit@kitfrost.com

Wildflower Report, May 2009

I scouted the west side of the La Platas yesterday. It's early spring with a beautiful display of larkspur and dandelions. The purple and yellow look stunning together. As you go out and explore, put opposite colors in the composition: yellow and purple, blue and orange, red and green. I'm gonna chase some waterfalls this week too. I'll keep you informed. Please let me know when and where you are seeing wildflowers blooming.  Our Wildflower Photography workshops begin July 11, 2009. Email kit@kitfrost.com to register.