Tips for Photography in the Rain

Well it has been one of the wettest summers in a very long time.  In June alone we had over 15 inches of rain.  So when this happens you have a choice to make, let it stop you from shooting or improvise and have some fun.

Main thing to remember if you will be out shooting in the elements is to protect your gear.  Most cameras and lenses are not weather tight.  This mean you need to take steps to protect your items.  You have a couple choice. 

You can buyer a rain cover.  There are 2 Options:
An economical choice, but not best quality:
http://www.amazon.com/OP-TECH-USA-Rainsleeve-18-Inch/dp/B000PTFDYO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1375042597&sr=8-1&keywords=canon+rain+cover

Better quality not bad price wise either:
http://www.amazon.com/Camera-Cover-Canon-Models-combinations/dp/B0016D3YJY/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1375042648&sr=8-5&keywords=canon+rain+cover

Or you can make your own.  This is what I did.  Here are some easy instructions:
1.  You will need a large ziplock bag ( I used the Jumbo 2.5 gallon size), a black sharpie, electrical or duct tape, scissors and of course your camera.

2.  Put your camera in bag so lens is facing sealed bottom end, trace the outside of the lens onto the back and cut out circle.  Use tape to secure bag to end of lens to keep water out.  Then you are ready to go.

So of course I wanted it to rain after being the rainiest June in a long time and we have had hardly none in July.  Or at least none when I could get out to shoot.  So a friend of mine improvised and made our own "rain" to test out the cover and have some fun photos.

So don't let the rain dampen your day.  Get out have fun and enjoy all types of weather.  Just remember to protect your gear!