Lines in Zion

Gallery: LandscapePosted December 6, 201276 views7 comments

I was out for a walk/hike with family and noticed the yellow band of rock against the more common reds on this slope face. Climbed up to get this comp. I really liked the color and lines, even if this wasn't peak "golden hour" light. But the low angled winter light, although admittedly harsh, seemed to make the rocks glow against that cobalt blue sky. The capture and processing wasn't epic by any means, but hope it appears authentic.

Nikon D600, 24-70 1/160 at f11, ISO 200, Hand held.

Comments

7 comments

Comment posted by Pat Sampson on December 6, 2012 at 12:42 PM

Lot of energy in the comp Russel and I like the colors and patterns. The dark vegetation at the top draws my eye and I wish it was a little lighter like the top trees on the right. Minor nit for my tastes though.

pat

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Comment posted by John&Patty Benway on December 6, 2012 at 1:14 PM

Very nice colors and lines Russ, and the comp works beautifully. Excellent shot.
John

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Comment posted by Lon Overacker on December 6, 2012 at 2:23 PM

Russell,

You're sure making a great case for busting the rules that one can't take good pictures in mid-day light, or at least outside of the "golden hour" as you mention. This has great color and clarity. This has great lines and flow. I even like the opposing diagonal of lines coming up from the bottom.

Well seen and photographed.

Lon

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Comment posted by Russell Colletta on December 6, 2012 at 2:57 PM

Thanks Lon, Pat and John. Lon it occurs to me that the beautiful images posted by the highly skilled photographers on this site demonstrate a much greater commitment to the craft than is available to me right now. I'm relegated to (actually okay with) making pictures while life happens for now. I do admire (and am a tad bit envious) of those who do what they do to be in the right spot at just the right moment. Someday.

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Comment posted by Morris McClung on December 6, 2012 at 8:25 PM

Very interesting lines and color in these rocks. The comp leads me around the bend to the far canyon.

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Comment posted by Rudy Ruberti on December 6, 2012 at 11:03 PM

Great clarity and detail in the large version and you handled the light nicely. I also like how you used the cross bedding in the comp. Nice scene.

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Comment posted by Nancy Lea Sandy on December 7, 2012 at 11:02 AM

Great use of the bedding planes to add energy and interest to this image. I'm wondering if pulling back the saturation a bit would put even greater emphasis on the lines? Just musing. Nice capture.

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