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A Decade of Growth

Gallery: 10 Years of NPNPosted April 3, 2010968 views19 comments

Arch Angel Falls, Zion National Park

I posted an initial rendition of this image last November in the ES&S Gallery (here), which I had worked up on my notebook computer in a hotel room in Springdale, UT. I've been mulling over it and tweaking it since then, with the (soon to be realized) goal of having a large framed print hanging on my wall.

This composition truly exemplifies my growth as a photographer over the past ten years, due in no small part to all that I have learned here at NPN.

Here's to the next ten years!

Canon 5DII
Canon 16-35mm f/2.8L II
17mm, f/22, 13 seconds, ISO 50, polarizer, .9 GND filter

Comments

19 comments

Comment posted by Jim Greenwood on April 3, 2010 at 9:06 PM

In comparison, I took this photograph from the same location back in October 2000, about six months after NPN went online. Back then I was using a Canon EOS Elan and Kodak print film. I digitized this by scanning a 4x6 print on a flat bed scanner. Things have certainly changed since then, in many ways.

Registered on November 9, 2003, 229 Posts, 1523 Comments

Comment posted by Balan Vinod on April 4, 2010 at 12:40 AM

This is wonderful Jim ...love the light and colors and patterns ..Well Done ..

Balan Vinod

Registered on March 20, 2006, 889 Posts, 2312 Comments

Comment posted by Helio Cristovao on April 4, 2010 at 12:54 PM

yes, I agree, great changes Jim. Congrats. for this great work

Registered on September 15, 2009, 83 Posts, 434 Comments

Comment posted by Stan Rose on April 4, 2010 at 12:55 PM

Cool, Jim! Thats an interesting comparison--the earlier shot certainly shows the beauty of this special place, but your new post really shows the magic. Thanks for sharing!

Registered on September 15, 2005, 836 Posts, 17099 Comments

Comment posted by Zack Schnepf on April 4, 2010 at 8:36 PM

Gorgeous image! It's great to hear how resources like these forums can help you develop as a photographer. I've had the same experience and know exactly what you mean. Cheers.

Registered on November 1, 2003, 403 Posts, 2528 Comments

Comment posted by Jim Erhardt on April 5, 2010 at 7:15 PM

Jim, thanks for being a part of NPN from Day 1!

Registered on November 1, 2003, 245 Posts, 2421 Comments

Comment posted by Wayne Jones on April 6, 2010 at 10:39 PM

Jim,
Thanks for the comparison. Ten years may not change the landscape that much, but our ability to see develop new ways of seeing it is amazing.

Registered on April 18, 2007, 953 Posts, 6435 Comments

Comment posted by Jack Graham on April 6, 2010 at 11:57 PM

JIm,

I would be proud to have this hanging as well. You did a great job. It's been a quick 10 years !
JG

Registered on November 26, 2003, 158 Posts, 574 Comments

Comment posted by Bill Chambers on April 8, 2010 at 8:44 AM

Superb image Jim. I remember this one well - was very impressed with it when you orignally posted it, and no less impressed now. Beautiful colors and composition.

Registered on April 10, 2005, 753 Posts, 21216 Comments

Comment posted by Eva McDermott on April 8, 2010 at 9:25 PM

FANTASTIC WORK! The light and color, not to mention the "S" curve in the foreground..... Beautiful work.

Registered on January 4, 2009, 1015 Posts, 13229 Comments

Comment posted by Morris McClung on April 9, 2010 at 1:19 PM

A great before and after comparison. The newer shot is "practically perfect in every way!"

Registered on May 7, 2007, 670 Posts, 19650 Comments

Comment posted by Kah Kit Yoong on April 10, 2010 at 7:01 AM

Gorgeous! Thanks for showing the comparison.

Registered on September 27, 2006, 636 Posts, 10682 Comments

Comment posted by Robert Dayton on April 11, 2010 at 10:10 AM

I've always liked Zion NP. This reinforces my desire to frequently return there.
This would make an outstanding print/poster.

Registered on November 11, 2008, 281 Posts, 3958 Comments

Comment posted by Cheryl Molennor on April 11, 2010 at 9:20 PM

The dof of this is super that i can see the water movement way back. Your ss speed was perfect as well.I love it

Registered on June 30, 2009, 300 Posts, 5051 Comments

Comment posted by Verena & Georg Pop on April 14, 2010 at 11:29 AM

must be one of the best I've seen from there. (and I've seen quite many...)
georg

Registered on July 5, 2006, 272 Posts, 2823 Comments

Comment posted by Buck Ward on April 17, 2010 at 2:24 PM

A terrific blending of a classic waterfall picture and scenic grandeur. Wonderful.