My favourite type of photography is landscapes - but we've been having such dreary weather over the past week or so (yeah it was sunny before that, but I had the 'flu) that I haven't felt inspired to go out there and use the camera. I don't have much in the way of a macro function on my camera, else I'd be happily exploring mini-worlds as an alternative. Does anyone have any hints for landscape photography when the light is as flat as a flat thing and there isn't even any wind to get the trees and waves moving? On the other hand, I suppose I could start taking portraits of my chickens, but thought I'd spare you that! Jo

Grey days can be just as dramatic as brightly light ones, if the subject is right. You could try converting the images to B&W to give them added punch, or keep things light and hazy, much the way Valentin does (http://www.renderosity.com/gallery.ez?ByArtist=Yes&Artist=Valentin) Too bad you don't have much of a macro function on your cam because that would have been my alternative suggestion. I've been having fun with Bell Peppers lately. ;] Anyway, you could always give macros a try anyway, you never know what you might come up with. Have fun!

Flat light can be ideal for detailed structure photography in thick forest environments, especially for moss structures on the north side of trees. Just one suggestion...

grey days are ideal for moving water....it forces you into long exposure times and using a tripod :) grey days are a common thing here in the pacific northwest and i love landscapes myself.... we have many waterfalls here and i find that the light is much more even and easy to handle for long exposure times....so i would suggest using the light (or lack thereof) for exploring the long exposure photos...i.e. moving water, moving grass, people movement etc. etc. good luck :)

Hi there Darkginger. Long time no see. Hope all is well in your neck of the woods. As for photos, there's a brand new scavenger hunt list! Maybe you can get some inspiration there?

Thanks for the suggestions, everyone - have been having a mad week at work, so haven't had ime to try any of them as yet - but this afternoon looks promising! Me and my 3" high tripod will go exploring! (yeah, I know it's pathetic, but that's all I have at the moment) Scavenger hunt? I've mised that one so far - off to have a look - and thanks Fuzzy, yes everything is well with me and mine. Thanks again Jo