Mike Fernandez  


Anclote Key by Mike Fernandez

November 2024 - Anclote Key

About the Image(s)

Image taken near Anclote Key, Northwest of Tampa Bay in the Gulf Of Mexico,
June 2024.

Very minor alteration of color using photoshop.

Drone DJI Minipro 3


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13 comments posted




Gordy Swetland   Gordy Swetland
I think the water colors really help this photo stand out. Very nice work!   Posted: 11/04/2024 16:54:53
Mike Fernandez
Thanks....   Posted: 11/05/2024 17:39:41



Richard Stauber   Richard Stauber
Welcome Neighbor! I know exactly where this was shot - at the southern end of the island - have been there many times with my boat. The image quite accurately captures the water's green and blue tones, well done. Question: do you launch from a boat?   Posted: 11/05/2024 16:49:34
Mike Fernandez
Thanks, Yes I did launch from a pontoon, just to the left of the image(not shown). A bit of a challenge the return.   Posted: 11/05/2024 17:41:45



Lou McLove   Lou McLove
Hi Mike, I think this is a pretty amazing image. I love the subject and the wonderful colors. I like the composition and the overall exposure. To my eye the white sand is too bright but I am not sure what could be done to avoid that. I've been tempted to fly from a boat but have never had the courage to do so.   Posted: 11/07/2024 16:31:12
Mike Fernandez
The issue and danger is 'return to home'.
Just bring it back way before is due.
DO not wait for need to 'return to home' is crucial.
Land it manually. it will be a challenge wind may make it difficult.
Otherwise, why not.   Posted: 11/11/2024 21:18:07
Lou McLove   Lou McLove
I'll give it a try!
  Posted: 11/11/2024 21:42:39



Pete Scifres   Pete Scifres
Nicely composed and love the colors.

The sand seems overexposed, and I don't see any detail in it. If you are not exposure bracketing that is usually a good idea, so you have lighter and darker exposures if needed in post.

It is hard to tell because we are required to submit such small file sizes, but the image overall seemed soft.   Posted: 11/11/2024 00:46:27
Mike Fernandez
I should have done that with photoshop. Correct I should have created multiple layers and blend them. but I have not been effective in finding a clock with 26 hrs. I will check this black Friday in Amazon. Thanks for the input   Posted: 11/28/2024 23:29:31



Alex Andrews   Alex Andrews
Nice photo I like the colors. There is alot of open space for the eye to wander maybe smaller subject or be farther away which is scary over water. Great first shot welcome to a great group of pilots.   Posted: 11/15/2024 21:57:01
Mike Fernandez
Oh yes.... Too much open space. but the intent was to create an image with contrast colors and a few point of interest like the boats. Perhaps if got closer to the corner of the island, or just crop it. would have had a better appeal.   Posted: 11/28/2024 23:36:24
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Alex Andrews   Alex Andrews
Also N/D filters help to slow shutter speeds in bright light.   Posted: 11/15/2024 22:03:02
Mike Fernandez
I have filters and I have not used them yet. I am afraid to damage the camera. I will try this coming trip in December.   Posted: 11/28/2024 23:25:59