Tunnel View

Would like to see the larger photo posted even bigger to appreciate the details as it is a bit of a classic shot. Not the sweetest of light but the cloud shadow on the left is a nice touch.

Thanks for your comment, Kah. Unfortunately, the larger photo already reaches the 500kb limit.

Very natural shot and the view is amazing. I like it.

As Kah noted not the sweetest of light, but it's a classic view for a good reason. Such grandeur on an immense scale. That looks like a pretty good flow in the waterfall.

Its is a terrific view, that's what gives it the icon status. Given that virtually every tourist that has visited Yosemite has taken this photo in similar conditions/light, my question for you is: what is is your goal here? Is it to document your trip? Or do you want more than documentation--to show people something they haven't seen before? If it's the former, that's fine--but then there's nothing to critique. If it's the latter, then as John and Kah politely hint at, you have to think of a way to distinguish the photo from the millions of others already out there. Most people do this by seeking out unusual weather conditions, but it could also be an unusual angle or event. The magic hour makes this a little easier, in addition to adding more color and contrast to the scene.

Unfortunately, Stan, when you're on a photo tour, you have no choice as to when a shot can be taken. We tried I believe three different times, and this was the best opportunity of the three that we were given. If you regard the image as a mere snapshot, then I will be happy to withdraw it as not meeting the standards of NPN.

This is a classic view of a classic locale, but I am not finding the light that appealing.

I am not too sure of your response to Stan, justifying the light because that is the only time you could be there. We have all passed on photo opps or made the image and not put them in our portfolio because we not "there" at the right time and missed it. Based on my review of your web portfolio, you have a lot of strong images shot in very favorable conditions, and compared to the rest of your work, in my opinion, this is not the best light you have worked in.

In the end, my opinion or Stan's or anyone elses' matters for naught. It is your image and only your opinion matters with regard to it. But Stan is known for his direct, honest, useful opinions and critiques and I for one want that from him and from everyone on this forum. It is after all, a critique forum and the more direct the post, the more use I get out of it.

I look forward to seeing more of your images posted here.

What Harley said The standards of NPN are meaningless--it's your standards that count.