Straight Ahead

Gallery: LandscapePosted November 5, 20131,095 views23 comments

For the last nine months or so I've been off on tangents. The few times I have taken photos its been of abstract and b&w. Straight on photos have become less interesting but since its fall its hard to resist the pull of the cypress. This type of image feels like a well worn pair of sneakers that fit oh so comfortably.

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23 comments

Comment posted by Nancy Lea Sandy on November 5, 2013 at 6:40 PM

it's beautiful. You've chosen such a nice mix of warm colors and cool mist and, of course, there is the structual appeal of the cypress trunk and the mystery of the hanging moss. You do these images so well. thanks for sharing this one

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Comment posted by Kah Kit Yoong on November 5, 2013 at 7:13 PM

Incredibly beautiful and peaceful.

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Comment posted by Wayne Jones on November 5, 2013 at 9:23 PM

...not only comfortable for you, but oh so welcome to see! Keep putting on those sneakers, but I hope they never wear out.

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Comment posted by Jim Greenwood on November 5, 2013 at 9:41 PM

Beautiful! Mysterious ... yet peaceful. If I would be allowed one nitpick, it would be that the downward sloping branch on the right catches the eye somewhat. Perhaps dodging it would minimize this.

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Comment posted by Chet Dowell on November 5, 2013 at 9:46 PM

Beautiful image, David!!

Chet

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on November 5, 2013 at 9:51 PM

David, This is just amazing! The look and mood are simply wonderful. No one captures these scenes like you do! I hope you keep shooting them even if it is just now and then. Beautiful work...

Nick Bristol
Lone Rock, WI

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Comment posted by Kane Engelbert on November 5, 2013 at 10:39 PM

Sure, your comps in these southern swampy locations is always emotionally connecting. I live in Colorado and this comp connects to me. But Man, I'm jealous of that incredibly dynamic light and your perfect timing. What more can you ask for, a tranquil moment, perfect composition, perfect conditions, and hyper dynamic light to capture all those mid tone relating colors.

That's a great shot David.

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Comment posted by Mark Metternich on November 5, 2013 at 11:11 PM

With the color, the red and the atmosphere plus the 3D look this is outstanding!

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Comment posted by Ed Lowe on November 5, 2013 at 11:49 PM

The mood, textures and details in this landscape are simply stunning, David. The large version is a must see. Beautiful work! Keep wearing those well worn sneakers.

Ed

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Comment posted by Joseph Campisi on November 6, 2013 at 1:20 AM

Your abstact shots are interesting David, but don't ever stop making images like this!

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Comment posted by Roel Wijtmans on November 6, 2013 at 2:24 AM

Very spooky.... Really nice photo David! Nothing wrong with an old pair of sneakers.

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Comment posted by John&Patty Benway on November 6, 2013 at 8:59 AM

David, I never get tired of seeing these BEAUTIFUL scenes that you capture so well, love it. Fantastic mood, pure art.
John

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Comment posted by Bill Reid on November 6, 2013 at 9:03 AM

Outstanding image David. The mood, colors and mist are just great and a wonderful composition also. Perfect lighting for the scene. Exceptional.

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Comment posted by Harry Lichtman on November 6, 2013 at 10:41 AM

I don't tire of these swamp beasts! Great mood and lighting. So different from the places I have been to.

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Comment posted by Paul Gasior on November 6, 2013 at 11:21 AM

WOW
Just beautiful

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Comment posted by Eva McDermott on November 6, 2013 at 2:23 PM

Absolutely gorgeous David. Love the mysterious mood.

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Comment posted by Chris Stenger on November 6, 2013 at 3:30 PM

A real pricewinner...great!!!!!!!!!

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Comment posted by Vance Gese on November 6, 2013 at 3:30 PM

Incredible, David. Beyond incredible for that matter. I'm very glad you could not resist 'the pull of the cypress' and that you never stop making images such as this. Pure art in my opinion.

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Comment posted by Ryan Shain on November 6, 2013 at 10:11 PM

This image is sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet David.

The mood reminds me of old world charm; something anciet and you have done such a wonderful job in capturing this image and sharing it with the viewer. LOVE IT

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Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on November 6, 2013 at 10:20 PM

Please never stop photographing these trees and posting the images here. Their in a class of their own.

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Comment posted by Bill Chambers on November 7, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Oh man, I hope you never completely tire of these images because I love them, especially in the autumn. This is superb David, like beautiful music to the senses.

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Comment posted by Morris McClung on November 9, 2013 at 11:10 AM

I do enjoy your tangents, but man oh man, do I ever love these!!!

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Comment posted by Stuart Williams on November 10, 2013 at 12:11 PM

yes, irresistible and comfortable, even for us viewers.

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