PHOTO PROJECTS

PROJECT 1

Capture invisible light!

Get results that look out of this world by shooting with an infrared filter

ALTHOUGH infrared light is invisible to the human eye, it is possible to catch it incamera if you use either a filter attached to the lens or shoot with a converted infra-red camera.

Paolo Pettigiani achieved this Alice in Wonderland result in New York simply using an infra-red filter. Paolo headed to Central Park with his Canon 5D Mk II, 24-70mm f/2.8 lens, and tripod (in readiness for a long exposure time), as he knew the conditions in the summer would be perfect for what he wanted to achieve.

Paolo was looking for lots of greens contrasting against the grey buildings to get the best result. “You have to find the perfect day, with a clear sky,” the photographer says. “And shooting in bright light is advisable.”

When it comes to selecting the right filter, there are loads in the market to choose from. One of the most popular models is the Hoya R72. “I suggest you research to see the difference between the results from different filters, and then you need to consider your postproduction methods,” Paolo