Natural Symmetry

I love finding symmetry in nature, either via reflections or mirroring of shapes, or just coincidence.

Iceland is epic for reflections, long fjords with dramatic scenery reflected in the water. Going out really early in the morning or in the golden hour before sunset gives you a greater chance of still waters, as the wind seems to drop at these times. Plus the light is much better (lower angled), for a really truthful reflection.

The shots from Iceland are a case in point; these were taken either very early in the morning or during the golden hour.

The shots from Norway are from the Storseisundbrua, Atlanterhavsveien, and the ‘extreme’ shape of the bridge and the walkways nearby, mirror the dramatic mountains that backdrop this part of the Atlantic Road.

Settings

Nothing different to landscapes / skies. I use Aperture priority, set to f/22 or f/3.5 depending on light, ISO set to 100 and let the camera do the rest. If I am trying to get a really clean reflection, I will focus on this, not the land.