With the idea of doing things a bit differently this time, I thought I’d showcase some of the pictures Tim’s been getting with his new Canon R7. I’ll include links to the camera and lenses later, if anyone is interested.
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First of all, a bit of backstory. Tim has always been interested in photography. Photography in general, but especially nature shots. But with kids, wife, eBay business, building a house, and starting a homestead from the ground up (pun intended), he hasn’t had much time to explore other interests.
Lately though, the eBay business, which is our income source, has been taking a slow dive from thriving to barely above surviving. We naturally started looking into other ideas, but very few felt like “us”. And when you’re running a business day in and day out, it really helps if it’s something you enjoy.
Then, about three months ago, we started seriously looking into the idea of Tim starting a nature photography business and selling the pictures online. Prices for good quality gear seemed staggering, but we also felt, after a lot of prayer and research, that it was what we needed to do.
So we started by jumping off the deep end. Or so it felt when we took out a business loan to buy the camera and lenses needed to get this venture off the ground. Tim and I both despise debt, but it was the only option in this case to take the next step God was leading us to.
Well, Tim placed the orders and we waited. Then the big day came. The equipment all arrived safe and sound and Tim got down the work (fun?) of learning his new camera and lenses. We hadn’t had them very long before something thrilling happened. While I’m not at liberty to go into details, God worked a miracle and the business loan was paid off!
Needless to say, Tim has been enjoying his new “job” very much. His morning and evening walks have now become photo sessions and he has managed to get some lovely shots, even just right down the gravel road from us.
But enough backstory. Here’s some of his favorites.
These next three are bird shots that I think are particularly stunning. Tim didn’t remove the background or anything, that is just how the photo turned out.
I love how these sunset pictures turned out. I think if I had to pick a favorite, it would be the grass head.
These next four shots were a blast for Tim to get, as I’m sure you can imagine.
There’s your glimpse into what’s been putting a smile on Tim’s face lately. Or at least one of the things. And while nothing has taken off, we’re trusting in God’s timing; He does all things well.
Now, for anyone interested in what gear Tim used to get these photos, here’s a list of links to the camera and different lenses.
- Canon R7– #ad: https://amzn.to/3IQZa81
- Canon RF 100-400mm lens– #ad: https://amzn.to/3IQZa81
- Canon RF-S 18-150mm lens– #ad: https://amzn.to/40LW2jL
- Canon RF-S 18-45mm lens– #ad: https://amzn.to/45qviIe
- 7Artisan 60mm long-range macro lens– #ad: https://amzn.to/3UEON9M
To see products with these and/or other photos, check out Tim’s Etsy store at TimsNatureCorner – Etsy
You can also follow him on Facebook at Facebook for more pictures and the stories behind some of the shots.
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