Shooting From Shore
Although photos taken from the raft can get you close to the action, some of the prime shooting locations are found safe on shore. A telephoto zoom captures both the majesty of the river and the energy of the rafters. A sturdy but lightweight tripod could come in handy for shots like this.
Find a high vantage point and shoot with a telephoto lens to isolate the raft and the rapids. The high angle from which this photo was taken strengthens the composition by eliminating distracting background elements. Panning the camera while using a slow shutter speed blurs the water to enhance the sense of action and excitement. A frame that’s filled with white water can fool your automatic camera’s light meter, providing a picture that’s too dark, so it’s a good idea to overexpose by one or two stops to compensate.
When you’re on shore, don’t forget to look around for other great photo opportunities. In this serene image the soft ambient light highlights the delicate foliage. The slow shutter speed blurs the river and makes it look dreamy. The camera was placed on a sturdy tripod.

 
 
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