Adamus Arch

Gallery: LandscapePosted June 4, 2010555 views32 comments

Not trying to be a name-dropper here. There really is a good chance, I think, that Marc was the first person to photograph this place, and he's the one who made me aware of it. This is actually a bit of a telephoto rendition. It takes a wide, wide-angle lens to get the entire arch in to one frame in the tight quarters of the canyon. The arch is actually the darker rock in the upper right, so this image is looking at the area to the left of it. I tried some wide-angle shots, but, outside the arch itself, mine looked cluttered and a bit debris-strewn. This tighter comp seemed to accentuate the shapes and colors of the place, which I liked.

I would, as always, be interested in hearing your thoughts on this image and ways it could be changed or improved.

Canon camera, 28-200 lens.

Comments

32 comments

Comment posted by Mark Metternich on June 5, 2010 at 12:19 AM

It could be improved if you would market your work to the world so that many homes around the globe could see your work!

I'll be in your neck of the woods in a few days shooting stuff like this and your work is always an inspiration. Thanks, and keep it up!

Mark

Registered on June 19, 2009, 276 Posts, 6240 Comments

Comment posted by INGOMA on June 5, 2010 at 12:23 AM

The textures, color palette, tones and shapes are incredible in their own right and come together beautifully to form another masterpeice. Gorgeous work as usual.

Registered on July 2, 2004, 231 Posts, 3110 Comments

Comment posted by Bill Fach on June 5, 2010 at 12:32 AM

Tony: Spectacular colors and forms. I've never been to a slot canyon so I love seeing these shots. Makes me want to be there. >=))>

Registered on November 1, 2003, 1805 Posts, 26981 Comments

Comment posted by Zack Schnepf on June 5, 2010 at 2:00 AM

Wow, the tonality and color are fantastic. This definitely has the Kuyper signature buttery smooth tonality. Gorgeous work as usual.

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

Comment posted by Stuart Williams on June 5, 2010 at 2:07 AM

nothing to change here tony, less still to improve. wonderful in its detail, composition and colour.

Registered on December 7, 2007, 247 Posts, 4792 Comments

Comment posted by Eva McDermott on June 5, 2010 at 2:33 AM

The light and color are gorgeous here Tony. Detail in the shadows and tamed highlights in the bright upper area is a wonderful testament to your mastery of these kinda places. Never saw Marc's work of this place, but this has TK's signiture all over it.

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

Comment posted by Stan Rose on June 5, 2010 at 3:21 AM

I agree with Eva, its classic TK! I wouldnt even mention it, but since you seem hungry for perfection, the only thing i can suggest is to take down the yellow (evident in the top central portion) just a tiny bit. Super shot!

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

Comment posted by Mat Malone on June 5, 2010 at 3:45 AM

The range of color is amazing. Each shape is so distinct. Can't find a thing to improve!

Registered on December 15, 2008, 91 Posts, 882 Comments

Comment posted by Karsten Wrobel on June 5, 2010 at 6:16 AM

superb comp and colours... I also really like this for giving a fresh perspective on slot canyon shots...

Registered on November 1, 2008, 117 Posts, 851 Comments

Comment posted by Marc Adamus on June 5, 2010 at 8:37 AM

Interesting, Tony. I never would have thought to take a perspective like this here but it totally works. I ended up with about two I liked from here, but sandstone in general was the highlight of all my recent travels. Wonderful work as usual.

Registered on September 17, 2005, 780 Posts, 8091 Comments

Comment posted by Gary McGhee on June 5, 2010 at 8:44 AM

I couldn't offer any suggestions for improvement Tony, this is spot on as it is. The lighting, colour and your choice of comp are excellent. When I see photo's like this it reminds me I've got a lot to learn.

Gary.

Registered on April 15, 2010, 142 Posts, 2416 Comments

Comment posted by Morris McClung on June 5, 2010 at 9:51 AM

The colors, light, and forms make this one sumptuous! Marvelous shot, Tony!

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

Comment posted by Neil Rossmiller on June 5, 2010 at 10:23 AM

Improved? Not IMHO! As I study your techniques I am impressed by your work from capture through Post. Well Done once again!
My education continues.

Neil

Registered on October 30, 2009, 156 Posts, 749 Comments

Comment posted by Mike Bohlander on June 5, 2010 at 12:17 PM

This is really nice. So much light and shadow, lots to explore!

Registered on August 22, 2008, 14 Posts, 125 Comments

Comment posted by Abdullaziz Bin Ali on June 5, 2010 at 1:54 PM

Wow Tony,
It is really amazing
The exposure is fantastic

Registered on May 31, 2009, 112 Posts, 1590 Comments

Comment posted by Lon Overacker on June 5, 2010 at 3:19 PM

Tony,

I can't think of a single thing I would change. This is exquisite! It's so very clear to me that your processing mastery really shines in this presentation. Even down to the shadow area where there is just a hint of detail in that faint, vertical strip. The tonal range for a color photograph is simply amazing here.

I don't see how this could be improved. Comp, processing or otherwise.

Masterful work Tony despite your crack and rock habits.

Lon

Registered on November 24, 2006, 521 Posts, 19147 Comments

Comment posted by Michael Anderson on June 5, 2010 at 5:31 PM

Awesome Tony! You are a master at creating intimate portraits of sandstone, the best in the world. This is a very creative composition that works very well. I like the compressed layers the long lens pulled together. Beautiful colors and textures. Nothing to change IMO. There is nothing like sitting in the silence of a remote slot canyon watching the play of light move across the walls and this captures that feeling very well with the different colors changing with the depth of the canyon.

Registered on January 31, 2006, 228 Posts, 3072 Comments

Comment posted by Eric Good on June 5, 2010 at 5:48 PM

Beautifully envisioned and framed. The shapes, lines and variation in color all create a very harmonious image. I can't think of anything I would change here. Excellent work!

Registered on March 17, 2007, 116 Posts, 4764 Comments

Comment posted by Luis Argerich on June 5, 2010 at 6:59 PM

The detail and colour in this image amaze me.
Great work!

Registered on December 22, 2009, 91 Posts, 1349 Comments

Comment posted by Harley Goldman on June 5, 2010 at 8:49 PM

Absolutely beautiful, Tony!

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Comment posted by Kah Kit Yoong on June 5, 2010 at 9:53 PM

Superb how you combine shapes, light and colour your harmoniously TK.

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

Comment posted by Gabi Lach on June 5, 2010 at 10:34 PM

Tony, I am amazed by the quality of this photograph. It's so perfect!! Varieties of shapes, color and detail are superior. Love it!

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

Comment posted by Dietrich Gloger on June 6, 2010 at 2:55 AM

It is excellent Tony. Light and texture are handled with great skill as usual, and the comp just works great. You made it the Tony Kuyper Arch!

Registered on January 26, 2007, 360 Posts, 9876 Comments

Comment posted by R.Bill Moser on June 6, 2010 at 2:58 AM

I love the comp.The palette of colors and the shapes, the light and the tones are just great. The shot definitely has your signature. Very well done.
Bill

Registered on January 29, 2010, 285 Posts, 4281 Comments

Comment posted by Aaron Feinberg on June 6, 2010 at 4:21 AM

I dig it. Good flow and colors. When in doubt...simplify. Well done :)

aF

Registered on October 26, 2009, 399 Posts, 2789 Comments

Comment posted by Guy Tal on June 6, 2010 at 1:29 PM

Fantastic tones and details. Your vision and processing expertise come through loud and clear, Tony. I'm very curious to see Marc's version too.

Guy

Registered on November 1, 2003, 566 Posts, 15507 Comments

Comment posted by Rick Goldwasser on June 6, 2010 at 3:22 PM

The range of colors, textures and light here is amazing!

Registered on May 10, 2009, 127 Posts, 970 Comments

Comment posted by Anthony Vincent on June 6, 2010 at 6:39 PM

A room full of your sandstone images would be mind blowing. I could probably grab a cup of coffee and sit and stare

Great work as always Tony

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Comment posted by Paul Marcellini on June 6, 2010 at 8:01 PM

Another big thumbs up Tony! Doing what you do best.

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Comment posted by Russell Colletta on June 7, 2010 at 12:24 AM

Amazing light Tony. Studying the range of tones could keep my eye busy for hours.

Registered on October 31, 2009, 114 Posts, 1008 Comments

Comment posted by Giuseppe Guadagno on June 7, 2010 at 2:46 AM

In line with your best shots of the same subjet; that is: beautiful!

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Comment posted by Doug Koepsel on June 7, 2010 at 12:05 PM

Simply superb, imo!
Simple, nice gradients of captivating color, yet good contrast between adjacent pieces. The full range of slot canyon colors. Diagonals, arches and triangles lead to the light in the upper left.

Registered on April 1, 2010, 196 Posts, 1592 Comments