Tunnel of Love

Gallery: LandscapePosted January 27, 2010295 views23 comments

A little corny I admit, and NO, the title has nothing to do with my trip with Dan....

But the title does come from my love of this place and I do see a little bit of an arch way, or a tunnel through this stand of black oak. So, the corny title.

This was captured about 4 hours or so after Dan's recent post. What a glorious day in the Valley it was. The sun began peeking through the clouds early in the afternoon and by 1pm, snow started melting from the trees. We stopped in El Capitan Meadow to catch some of that light before heading home.

Comments and critique always welcome. Thanks!

Lon

Comments

23 comments

Comment posted by Bill Maile on January 27, 2010 at 7:49 AM

Looked at the thumbnail before the name (no comment on the title

), JK, very well seen. Certainly worth shooting and very nicely done. Not sure if a bit more of the tree tops in the FG would help the "tunnel" effect?

Registered on March 2, 2009, 984 Posts, 2518 Comments

Comment posted by Martin Stankiewicz on January 27, 2010 at 8:00 AM

Although I enjoy the grand vistas and majestic mountain peaks, when it comes to hanging prints on the wall, I prefer the intimate landscapes. This is a pleasing scene and a perfect example of what I consider a wall worthy image.

I'm bad at coming up with good titles myself, so no comments there.

Registered on October 26, 2008, 52 Posts, 462 Comments

Comment posted by Angela McCain on January 27, 2010 at 8:13 AM

Very nice. I like the subtle colors that come through when you open the larger photo. Seems like it was a good day.

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on January 27, 2010 at 8:26 AM

I agree with Martin, this just looks like it should be a big print on the wall. If you want to send me one I'll try it out and let you know what people say

I think this is wonderful Lon.

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Comment posted by John&Patty Benway on January 27, 2010 at 8:49 AM

The snow on the trees definitely make for a pretty scene Lon, along with some very nice light. Beautiful work.
John

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Comment posted by Morris McClung on January 27, 2010 at 10:40 AM

Another great comp, Lon. Nice light and textures as well.

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Comment posted by Bruno Silva on January 27, 2010 at 11:11 AM

nice tittle, lon. as for the comp, I like it a lot. the larger version is awsome and if it were mine I wouldn´t change a thing. light is so sweet and subtle, very pleasent comp.

Registered on May 6, 2009, 132 Posts, 1406 Comments

Comment posted by scott lanz on January 27, 2010 at 11:13 AM

Very nicely composed image.

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Comment posted by Jason Blankenship on January 27, 2010 at 11:40 AM

Beautiful Lon! Please tell me you shot it with the 4x5??

Registered on May 20, 2008, 15 Posts, 94 Comments

Comment posted by Lon Overacker on January 27, 2010 at 11:50 AM

Thanks folks!

Jason - nope, did not get this with the 4x5. Hopefully I got something similar but I won't know for a few days yet.

Lon

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Comment posted by Dan Baumbach on January 27, 2010 at 1:41 PM

Really sweet, Lon.

- Dan.

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Comment posted by Rudy Ruberti on January 27, 2010 at 1:52 PM

Wow, the snow on the trees is wonderful! Great contrast and nicely composed as well. What a great trip you had.

Registered on October 28, 2008, 179 Posts, 1875 Comments

Comment posted by Eric Good on January 27, 2010 at 1:55 PM

The contrast created by the snow covered tree trunks and branches really helps to emphasize the tunnel effect. I like how the brighter portion of the bg is slightly off-center as well. Well seen and captured.

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Comment posted by Jay Nielsen on January 27, 2010 at 3:56 PM

You are definitely the "tree master" this has excellent contrast and the composition is perfect.

Registered on October 6, 2008, 137 Posts, 720 Comments

Comment posted by Albert Darmo on January 27, 2010 at 4:30 PM

Hi Lon

Superb composition and detail, the serene light does not harm the scene

Aren't treescapes gorgeous

Albert Darmo Canada

Registered on November 25, 2008, 1386 Posts, 11978 Comments

Comment posted by Harley Goldman on January 27, 2010 at 6:57 PM

Very pretty scene, Lon. The title is rather suspect, but fine image. You ARE becoming a digital snapper! Your 4x5 gear will be for sale on the LF in no time at all. Turncoat!

Registered on November 19, 2003, 586 Posts, 11271 Comments

Comment posted by Gabi Lach on January 27, 2010 at 8:45 PM

Nice! These trees are talking... it looks so powerful. Snow adds amazing mood and contrast. Very well done, Lon.

Registered on May 1, 2007, 101 Posts, 3187 Comments

Comment posted by Chris Chamberlain on January 27, 2010 at 11:03 PM

I think I recognize those trees!!! The west end of El Cap Meadow, near that oak I like so much? The amount of snow stuck to all the limbs is what I really like most here. Of course the comp is good, that's pretty much a given when you're the one lookin' through the viewfinder!

Chris

Registered on March 13, 2007, 500 Posts, 8365 Comments

Comment posted by Jimmy Gekas on January 28, 2010 at 1:34 PM

Digital madness!

I like this a lot, Lon. Simple and yet complex all at once. The hint of color in the trees is really nice.

Registered on July 26, 2007, 244 Posts, 2807 Comments

Comment posted by Debjit Ghosh on January 28, 2010 at 4:02 PM

Like it Lon. somehow you have mastered the art of capturing and presenting these trees and this one is no exception. well i didn't believe you shot this digital until I read the comments below :-)

Registered on May 11, 2008, 8 Posts, 211 Comments

Comment posted by Anthony Vincent on January 28, 2010 at 6:31 PM

Dan, huh........? Jk Lon, a superb image. The curved in tree make for an appealing comp. I love the touches of dark orange leaves scattered about.
Wonderful job and well seen by you.....no surprise though

Registered on February 5, 2009, 199 Posts, 2775 Comments

Comment posted by Daniel Ewert on January 28, 2010 at 8:31 PM

Nice image, Lon. The comp is solid and the lighting is good. I do prefer some of your other winter scenes posted in recent weeks, but I would still be proud to own this one.

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Comment posted by Reno DiTullio on January 28, 2010 at 9:56 PM

Beautiful, Lon, so much to look at...great feeling, step right in and breath the air, "listen" to the quiet, feel the coolness

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