Unfortunately the weather forecast for this weekend is looking a bit mixed at the moment but unless it's bucketing down I hope to scout out a few new locations on the South Downs. As I mentioned in an earlier post, one of my goals at the moment is to capture some decent oilseed photographs. I've noticed the fields around Firle Beacon seem to be quite yellow right now and I'd like to find a decent angle to capture the scene.

My approach to location scouting is to research some potential locations and routes online before heading out. I've now marked a few high vantage points which may give me the angle I want so I shall try to visit those spots to see if the views are actually like I imagine. I always take the camera gear in case a surprise moment presents itself but I expect this trip to mainly involve walking and making notes. Some places I hope to test out are Windover Hill and possibly Mount Caburn. Once I know the access to suitable locations and approximate walking times from carparks I can plan my proper trips at times when the light is best.

One of my objectives over the next few weeks is to capture some photographs of the magnificent yellow fields of oilseed rape that spring up around Sussex at this time of year. I did a brief reccy of the fields along the A27 on Monday and it seems there's not as much around as I remember from last year. I did spot some fields that are beginning to flower so I'll try for a trip soon to try to find some interesting locations.