This picture was taken during our Nile trip in Egypt. We took a hot air balloon ride over the Nile and Kings Valley on the last day. I took this picture just after we landed. Here the locals are helping to clear the hot air balloon and that makes this photo so special. You can see the cooperation between the people.
What I like about this photo are the warm colours of red and sand. The people are present but their dark clothes make the hot air balloon stand out the most. The sun is just rising and gives a nice light from one side. The balloon in the background gives the photo more depth.
My photos are made 'in the moment'. One moment that may not come back due to a confluence of circumstances. There can (almost never) be a second same photo taken. I don't think too much, sometimes the photo is perfect at the press of a button. I also edit.. Read more…