Storm Rig

Gallery: Man & NaturePosted April 23, 201082 views4 comments

I'm not certain if this is an appropriate image for Man & Nature, but as a longtime sailor I have always considered sailing craft one of the more intimate interfaces between man and the natural world, so here it is.

The subject is the bow sprit detail of the Bounty taken in very poor light under a leaden sky. I intentionally underexposed the image and then spent considerable time dodging to bring out specific details. I think the final result presents an unusual feel and drama.

I would really like to have your feedback on this one, as I am fascinated by the technique and the result.

Canon 5D MkII, 24-105mm @28mm, f/9, 1/160 sec, iso 100, gitzo tripod

Comments

4 comments

Comment posted by Larry Gloth on April 23, 2010 at 11:32 PM

It is definitely appropriate and a great image that does convey a great mood and sense of the Sea in a timeless way. I thinkk it could be less dark on the right and left edges but super at any rate.

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Comment posted by Daniel & Loana on April 24, 2010 at 2:51 PM

The sky looks threatening, the Bounty seems ready to sail and challenge the sea ....I really like the composition and the atmosphere of this shot.

D&L

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Comment posted by Joseph Kayne on April 24, 2010 at 4:04 PM

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Comment posted by Philip Schwarz on April 28, 2010 at 9:34 AM

I like it. The comp is very good and the sky really add to the photo.

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