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Cape Camera May 2023

May Outing

From left: Ruth Scholtz, Melanie Black, Richard Goldschmidt, Simon Mouton, Jacoba van Zyl, Nicol du Toit, Andre Mouton
Kalk Bay Harbour in its morning glory

by Andre Mouton
It was still very cold when 8 of our members gather at around as fishermen prepare for the day but a lone fisherman on the
7:30 to explore the Kalk Bay harbour area and ventured down pier explained 'Dis nog te koud vir hulle!'.
both piers to capture the rising sun between the two port lights. As the sun continued its ascent, the general public activity in
Despite the heavy rain and cold temperatures in the few days the harbor and surroundings increased with the convergence
prior to your outing, we were greeted with beautiful weather of cyclists, walkers, runners, cold water seekers and breakfast
and clear skies on the day of our outing. We had optimal light- enthusiasts. This human activity combined with the natural
ing conditions but you generally want nice textured layers of beauty of the seaside futher creates opportunity for the obser-
clouds to pick up the the beautiful colours of the early morning vant street photographer.
glow. It's always a joy to experience such favorable weather during
Many used filters to adjust exposure settings to create a beauti- outings, as it provides the ideal conditions for outdoor activities
ful softening effect on the water's surface, transforming it into a and allows you to fully enjoy the beauty of your surroundings.
smooth, misty texture. Simon had a extra ND filter set which he Breakfast at Bootleggers was enjoyed by Ruth Scholtz, Melanie
kindly allowed me to use. Black, Richard Goldschmidt, Simon Mouton, Jacoba van Zyl,
The window of opportunity was very small but with the sun still Nicol du Toit and myself. One of the benefits of outings like this
very low on the horizon, it accentuate the contours of the fish- is the opportunity to enjoy a drink or have breakfast together.
ing trawlers docked along the pier with it's warm glow. These moments of shared enjoyment and communication en-
A few harbour seals we're basking in the morning sun unaware hance the overall experience of the outing and foster a sense of
of our coming and going. We we're hoping for a flurry of activity community among the members.

Photo by Richard Goldschmidt Photos by Andre Mouton

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