As autumn deepens in Yamanashi Prefecture, a simple yet captivating scene unfolds by Lake Motosu. A winding path, adorned with the season’s palette, tells a story of natural transition and quiet beauty.
Photo Description – A Serene Journey Through Autumn Hues
In the heart of Yamanashi Prefecture, a winding path beneath trees transitioning from green to yellow captures the essence of autumn. This photograph, taken near Lake Motosu, showcases a road blanketed in fallen yellow leaves, with only the traces of car tires revealing the asphalt beneath. The contrast between the green trees, still holding onto their leaves, and the yellow carpet of foliage creates a striking visual narrative.
Story Behind the Photo – Capturing the Quiet Beauty of Lake Motosu
On my way back from the Lake Motosu lookout, I was struck by the quintessential autumnal scene unfolding from my driver’s seat. The unnamed, twisting road, now a canvas of yellow leaves, compelled me to stop and capture this moment. The lower, shadowed areas of the photograph reveal trees yet to change color, suggesting that the higher trees had already shed their vibrant leaves. The interplay of light and shadow made it challenging to capture the scene’s true colors, but after several attempts with varying exposures, this particular shot, slightly underexposed, best represented the deep hues of green and yellow.
From an Amateur Photographer’s Perspective – Challenges and Triumphs
Photographing this scene presented unique challenges, particularly in balancing light and shadow to accurately depict the colors. The subdued lighting conditions required careful adjustment of exposure settings. This image, taken at a slower shutter speed of 1/60s and an aperture of ƒ5.6, managed to capture the depth and richness of the autumn colors, offering a glimpse into the serene beauty of Lake Motosu’s surroundings.
EXIF Data
- Camera: NIKON Df
- Lens: AI Nikkor 50mm f/1.4S
- Shutter Speed: 1/60s
- Aperture: ƒ5.6
- ISO: ISO 400
- Exposure Value: 0 ev
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