TECHNIQUE ASSESSMENT

Tomorrow is going to be an interesting adventure with the weather,” cautioned Neil, making the final preparations the day before their Apprentice shoot. “I’m sure we will get some great images; the Dales look terrific with storm clouds moving across the peaks, but given that late afternoon is more than likely going to be lighting and rain photography, an early start would be best.”

Meeting in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales village of Stainforth at the appointed time of 10am, the pair donned their wet-weather gear and walking boots, and set off on the short walk to their first location, the nearby Stainforth Force, a series of cascading waterfalls framed by an old packhorse bridge. The recent rain had followed a prolonged dry spell, so the water levels would be relatively low, but there would be flowing water, promised Neil, adding, “In fact, these overcast conditions are perfect for shooting falls. There will be less contrast in the scene, and on a sunny day glare can be a real problem reflecting off the water. Let’s start with a shot of the falls themselves. Over to you, Sarah!”

Setting the scene

Sarah went about setting up her tripod, adjusting the height of the legs to level the camera on the uneven rocky terrain. But Neil intervened. “It’s