Glen Etive

Gallery: LandscapePosted October 27, 2013879 views7 comments

For me Glen Etive, in Scotland is one of the most beautiful places in the UK, especially in autumn. I have visited this glen many times trying to do it some justice. Each time I go down there I see something different. I feel I am getting there slowly but I would appreciate your feedback.

I took this shot last Tuesday. It was raining when I took this but at least it was raining down and not sideways which often happens.

Thanks for any comments or critique.

Gary.

1/6 sec at F/11, iso 200. Nikon 50-135 Ais.

Comments

7 comments

Comment posted by Jared Warren on October 27, 2013 at 4:52 PM

Gary, this is a great scene. I like the comp but the foreground feels a little messy. I would love to see this place with light breaking through the clouds (granted, we all wish for that most places), but you've still captured a beautifully subdued mood here.

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Comment posted by Ken Smith on October 27, 2013 at 5:12 PM

Nice comp, I really like the conifers which seem to anchor and reference the distances and colors. An even larger view would probably suit the details in the foreground. Well done.

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Comment posted by Mark Seaver on October 27, 2013 at 10:09 PM

The colors here are wonderful with lots of subtle distinctions. Your comp. also works well to create a strong sense of depth. I wonder about a comp. with less of the foreground ferns in the left and right corners.

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Comment posted by Bill Reid on October 28, 2013 at 10:47 AM

Beautiful colors and tones in this Gary. Lots of subtle shades to look at and nice comp. Looks like a great place to see. Well done.

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Comment posted by Gary McGhee on October 28, 2013 at 3:44 PM

Thanks for the feedback everyone.

Gary.

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Comment posted by Peter Richter on October 28, 2013 at 4:24 PM

Gary, there is a subtle beauty to this scene for me, that I really admire. I especially enjoy the natural autumn colors as well as the delicate textures.

Peter

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Comment posted by Ed Lowe on October 28, 2013 at 10:12 PM

The muted fall colors work beautifully with the quiet reflective mood this image projects for me, Gary. I can see why this place is special to you as the photo opportunities look endless. At first I wasn't sure about the break in the FG ferns, but after further viewing I think it is needed to direct the viewer into the lovely scene toward the evergreen situated in the middle of the frame.

Ed

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