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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · Sep 17

What aperture do you think this image was taken at? Most people suggest landscape images are taken at f/8-11. When shooting aerial image from a helicopter it can often be beneficial to shoot at f/2.8. Due to the distance to the subject - everything is in focus.#helicopter
#aerial
#aerialphotography

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · Sep 15

10 Towns For Accommodation – The Great Ocean Road & Otways www.samanthaohlsenph...
#seascape
#seascapephotography
#Victoria
#Australia
#vicparks
#parksvictoria
#landscape
#landscapephotography

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · Jul 30

What aperture do you think this image was taken at? Most people suggest landscape images are taken at f/8-11. When shooting aerial image from a helicopter it can often be beneficial to shoot at f/2.8. Due to the distance to the subject - everything is in focus.#helicopter
#aerial
#aerialphotography

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · Jul 28

10 Towns For Accommodation – The Great Ocean Road & Otways www.samanthaohlsenph...
#seascape
#seascapephotography
#Victoria
#Australia
#vicparks
#parksvictoria
#landscape
#landscapephotography

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · Jun 23

Cape Otway Lightstation at sunrise.
#greatoceanroad
#seascape
#seascapephotography
#outdoors
#travel
#Victoria
#Australia
#greatoceanroadtrip
#parksvic
#landscape
#landscapephotography

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · Jun 22

Beauchamp Falls with the Otways is a great waterfall to visit during winter when the rivers are full.
#waterfall
#waterfallphotography
#landscape
#landscapephotography
#Victoria
#australia
#abcmyphoto
#focusaustralia
#raw_australia_nz
#raw_longexposure
#raw_landscape
#natureseekers
#natgeoyourshot

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · Jun 21

Castle Cove rock platforms along the Great Ocean Road.
#australia #landscapephotography #seascape #sunset

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · Jun 10

What aperture do you think this image was taken at? Most people suggest landscape images are taken at f/8-11. When shooting aerial image from a helicopter it can often be beneficial to shoot at f/2.8. Due to the distance to the subject - everything is in focus.#helicopter
#aerial
#aerialphotography

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · Jun 9

10 Towns For Accommodation – The Great Ocean Road & Otways www.samanthaohlsenph...
#seascape
#seascapephotography
#Victoria
#Australia
#vicparks
#parksvictoria
#landscape
#landscapephotography

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 30

People often ask me why I love visiting the Great Ocean Road in winter. This is the reason - waterfalls are full and the Otway forest is so green.
#waterfall
#australia
#landscapephotography
#landscape
#nikon
#nikonaustralia
#nikoncreators
#nisifilters
#nisifiltersau
#nisifiltersanz
#snap_potd

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 29

An echidna walks along the side of the Great Ocean Road. Watch out whilst driving in the region as these little guys are always walking across and beside the roads.

#echidna
#wildlife
#snap_wildlife
#greatoceanroad
#lorne
#australia

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 27

If you want to visit Cape Otway light station at sunrise or sunset it's best to stay onsite as the gates don't open till well after sunrise and shut at 5pm.

#capeotway
#lighthouse
#sunrise
#greatoceanroad

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 26

Tourist Attractions - The Great Ocean Road & Otways - Samantha Ohlsen Photography www.samanthaohlsenph...

Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 25

If you're using an ultra-wide angle lens and there's nothing interesting in the foreground at the beach, try slowing down your shutter speed (you may need an ND filter). This will allow you to capture the movement of the water, creating a dynamic and engaging foreground. Point Ronald, Victoria.

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 23

If you want to capture some incredible storms - visit the Great Ocean Road during late summer through to early autumn.
#seascape
#landscapephotography
#infocuswomen
#futurewomenphotography
#nikonaustralia
#nisifilters
#nisifiltersau
#nisifiltersanz
#snap_potd
#snap_seascape

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 22

I love the rock patterns and textures along the Great Ocean Road.
#greatoceanroad
#seascape
#travel
#Victoria
#Australia
#greatoceanroadtrip
#landscape
#landscapephotography
#abcmyphoto
#focusaustralia
#raw_australia_nz
#raw_landscape
#natureseekers
#framesmag
#elementsphotomag
#natgeoyourshot

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 21

Capturing stunning seascape images requires mastering shutter speed. A remote shutter release or intervalometer helps nail the perfect moment without any unwanted movement.
#ApolloBay
#PhotographyTips
#longexposure
#snap_longexposure
#snap_waters
#abcmyphoto
#raw_australia_nz
#raw_longexposure

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 20

When shooting with an ultra-wide angle lens, make sure to include a captivating object in the foreground to enhance the depth and visual appeal of your photos!

#anglesea
#angleseabeach
#sunrise
#seascape
#snap_waters
#snap_beaches
#abcmyphoto
#focusaustralia
#raw_australia_nz
#raw_landscape

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 19

On the walk to a waterfall I came across this bend in the creek. I spent over an hour in this small area. I not sure why I was so captivated, but it was so serene. Although not a grand landscape I was so content finding every angle to shoot. It made me excited to be a landscape photographer.

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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 18

#futurewomenphotography
#nikon
#nikonaustralia
#nikoncreators
#nisifilters
#nisifiltersau
#nisifiltersanz
#snap_potd
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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 18

Capture the stunning Eagle Rock at water level by visiting during low to mid tide at sunrise! 🌅
#NaturePhotography
#AireysInlet
#seascape
#abcmyphoto
#focusaustralia
#raw_australia_nz
#raw_landscape
#natureseekers
#framesmag
#elementsphotomag
#natgeoyourshot
#infocuswomen
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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 17

The light plane option is the cheapest option per hour.
If you want more information you can purchase a discounted copy of my book: A Photographer's Guide: The Great Ocean Road & Otways before the 7th May 25: www.kickstarter.com/...
#greatoceanroad
#aerial
#guidebook
#landscape
#photography
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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 17

If you wish to book a flight like this then these are the 3 operators to offer this service:
Apollo Bay Aviation (helicopters)
Twelve Apostles helicopters
Skydive Twelve Apostles (light plane)
No matter which one you choose you must email them ahead of time to book a doors off experience.
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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 17

If you want to take to the air via helicopter or light plane to see the Great Ocean Road - go in the warmer months as there is usually less cloud cover. Try to book a spot as close to sunset as possible. To do this you may need to book a doors off helicopter or plane flight.
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Samantha Ohlsen @samanthaohlsen.bsky.social · May 16

I have visited this waterfall numerous times and never seen the beautiful patterns in the water like this. Sometimes you just get lucky.
#waterfall
#australia
#landscape
#waterfallphotography
#landscapephotography
#landscape
#waterfallwednesday
#waterfallsaustralia
#chasingwaterfalls

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