Took a tour to Japan Hokkaido, Had a great time, exploring how HDR photography can bring back the dynamic range and also to bring in some vibrance in the photo more than my eyes sees there. Happy to share with all.
Images are taken postly with my NEX6, Sigma 10-20mm Lens. 3 Shots -2EV 0EV and +2EV. Apart from extreme conditions which uses +3EV to -2EV. Post Processed with Photomatix Pro. Part 2 will follow up with the foods of Hokkaido. Stay Tune!
A very rare sunrise at Hokkaido. 6.45am.
In Winter, the sun sets as early as 3.30pm. So the day is very short and most of the stores and places of attraction closes at 7pm.
This tree and the above image was captured at a shrine. They actually named every tree.
The image above captured at Lake Akan, a famous lake for its romantic scenery.
Lake Mashu (the image above) captured at sunset shot. More of the sunset beauty coming up in the next few image.
The image above Lake Toya. A very beautiful and romantic place. Probably even more romantic during spring
Lavender
At Streets of Sapporo
Mount Tengu (Otaru)
Noboribetsu Marine Park, Hokkaido (Image above and below)
Image Above, A typical plantation own by local.
Its not Infra photography. Its the actual scene color.
Volcanic Moutain. As suggested, the smoke caused by the rich suplur contents