When I was testing the Canon 17mm TS-E, one of the subjects I was most excited about shooting was the Nags Head Pier. I’ve mentioned this subject before as being my standby location when I’m feeling unmotivated, running late, or otherwise don’t have a plan for a shoot. I have yet to really nail something that I’m excited about. I have a couple of detail / abstractions that I’m very happy with… but I haven’t captured the big scenic that I’m after.

I was definitely impressed with the 17TSE while shooting the pier. It solved a ton of problems I have with this subject, mainly with issues of converging vertical lines with all of the pilings and the pier house. Now I just need to permanently get my hands on one of these amazing lenses and wait for some epic surf and storm light.

It’s been a rough couple of days photography wise. I’ve been processing some work and that’s going well… but I haven’t had much success shooting this week. The few times I’ve been out have yielded nothing sharable. I’m definitely having some trouble concentrating in the field with mosquitos and flies really distracting me. I ordered a Thermacell to see if that helps and I just need to resort to wearing long sleeves and pants which isn’t pleasant in 90 degree temps and 80+ percent humidity. I try to avoid bug spray because of the issues with plastic, but I might need to break down and use some.

I’m scouting an art show on Wednesday morning and then I’m driving back to Delaware for a few days. I’m not sure how much I’ll be able to share through early next week, but will do my best to post some of the work I’ve been processing. I’m hoping this time I can get to and from Delaware without a speeding ticket… had a little issue on the trip last weekend! Thankfully this is the last Delaware trip until the end of July and I’m definitely looking forward to 4 uninterrupted weeks of shooting on the Outer Banks.