Ice Flow

Gallery: LandscapePosted May 18, 2011175 views17 comments

Water flowing over ice in a small stream in the Columbia River Gorge, Oregon. The bright blue sky above created all of the color in the ice/water.

This is an image I have revisited and reprocessed several times. During previous attempts, I never quite felt like the image reflected my vision for the scene. I think I finally got it right on this one and I'm curious to hear what you think. All C&C are appreciated.

Nikon D80, 12-24 Nikkor dx, polarizer
1.3 sec at f/11, ISO 100

Comments

17 comments

Comment posted by Floris van Breugel on May 18, 2011 at 1:55 AM

Fascinating intimate, Scott! It's almost like looking at a river in the sky. I like the processing here.

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Comment posted by Nicolaus Wegner on May 18, 2011 at 2:05 AM

Not sure if the glow is real or post processed but that's some fine eye candy you've created here Scott. Very cool image.

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Comment posted by Chris Chamberlain on May 18, 2011 at 2:17 AM

Very interesting and unique shot. It's beautiful as well. I like Floris' description of it.

Chris

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Comment posted by Julian Barkway on May 18, 2011 at 4:31 AM

A beautiful abstract, Scott. I can't see anything I'd like to change in how you've framed, processed and presented it. If it were mine, I'd be well pleased with it!

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Comment posted by Paul Duval on May 18, 2011 at 7:00 AM

Scott,

Otherworldly comes to my mind on this image, or surreal. Very well seen and your persistence paid off.

Paul

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Comment posted by Stuart Williams on May 18, 2011 at 7:51 AM

fabulous tones. simple and effective.

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Comment posted by Harry Lichtman on May 18, 2011 at 8:37 AM

Beautiful flow in the image. Processing looks great, I might consider darkening the lower left side slightly to keep my eye from traveling that way. Another fine intimate from you.

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Comment posted by Bill Chambers on May 18, 2011 at 8:59 AM

Wasn't too inpressed by the thumbnail, bit I love the full size image. Wonderful texture and color, and the diagonal water flow is very nice. Beautiful.

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Comment posted by Guy Tal on May 18, 2011 at 9:16 AM

Beautiful abstract composition and excellent use of the subtle blue hues. This shows a very sensitive eye and attention to detail.

Guy

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Comment posted by Adrian Klein on May 18, 2011 at 9:24 AM

Oh wow, I love this one Scott. The shimmering light on the ice. Kind of reminds of a fairy tale feel to it.

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on May 18, 2011 at 9:32 AM

This is beautiful, Scott. I think you got it right too! Wonderful light, color and comp. Nice work.

Nick Bristol
Lone Rock, WI

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Comment posted by Eva McDermott on May 18, 2011 at 9:57 AM

Gorgeous abstract Scott. As Floris said, it does look like a river in the sky.

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Comment posted by Kah Kit Yoong on May 18, 2011 at 10:45 AM

Processing looks perfect. I love it. The three textures : sparkly jewels, smooth and brittle - are wonderful.

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Comment posted by Koveh Tavakkol on May 18, 2011 at 11:58 AM

Really nice feel to this image Scott.

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Comment posted by Anthony Vincent on May 18, 2011 at 7:03 PM

Fantastic imagery Scott. Love the ethereal mood of this one. Lighten the top and this will be awesome

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Comment posted by Ed Lowe on May 18, 2011 at 7:08 PM

This is a way cool abstract, Scott. Great vision to spot this beauty and your processing looks superb to me. A truely fascinating image IMO.

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Comment posted by Tom Nevesely on May 18, 2011 at 9:19 PM

Really cool, I like the textural differences in this photo. Nicely done!

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