It wasn’t going to go, but I forced myself. I always think when I force myself to go and take photos, I take the best ones I have ever taken. And when I don’t go (even when I planned to) I’m letting myself down and missing opportunities to capture unrepeatable events. The Southport Air Show is on every September, I know because this was my third year in a row. But saying that, each and every time has been different and unique. Different planes, stunts, running order, displays and more importantly different weather. I have figured out the ideal lens for air show and plane photography is an 100-400mm VR lens. I currently can’t afford the £1000 price tag and use my trusted 18-135mm. There is a big difference between how close I can zoom with my lens. The above image wasn’t the best of the day, but certainly one of my favourites. I could moan on about the cloudy weather or the unsuitable equipment, but it was really nice to be out on my own, taking photographs of something that really interests me.
Taking only photographs – leaving only footprints
