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Shimmering

by Thomas Haney

Gallery: LandscapePosted February 13, 2014342 views11 comments
This stand of Cottonwoods in Zion Canyon seemed to shimmer in the midday sun, especially when seen against the dark canyon walls behind. I've never been there in the fall and many people told me how spectacular they are in full color, and I don't doubt it, but they were plenty beautiful for me as just naked trunks. I spent a good while searching for the right composition from the right angle, and this is my best attempt.

Canon 5d Mark iii, 70-200mm f/4 lens, 1/40 sec at f/8, ISO 200

Comments

11 comments
Comment posted by Ian Cameron on February 13, 2014 at 7:01 PM
A lovely quite surreal looking shot with a delicate appearance that I find fascinating. Love the shadowed blue tinged walls beyond.
Registered on August 6, 2004, 1125 Posts, 3318 Comments
Comment posted by Thomas Haney on February 13, 2014 at 8:03 PM
Thanks Ian! Yes I definitely think that without the shadowed walls as a backdrop this wouldn't have worked nearly as well.
Registered on April 7, 2013, 138 Posts, 537 Comments
Comment posted by Richard Teller on February 13, 2014 at 11:17 PM
Very interesting look to this image. The branches almost look like they are covered with frost. Very nice composition and way to work the scene.
Registered on August 23, 2010, 1162 Posts, 6692 Comments
Comment posted by gary phillips on February 14, 2014 at 12:36 AM
Great abstract, Thomas. I've never seen the blue in the cliffs like this. Pretty cool.
Registered on October 24, 2013, 185 Posts, 4136 Comments
Comment posted by Bill Chambers on February 14, 2014 at 11:59 AM
Lovely! Exquisite detail in the larger version.
Registered on April 10, 2005, 753 Posts, 21216 Comments
Comment posted by Nancy Lea Sandy on February 14, 2014 at 12:01 PM
Lacy frosted twigs and strong vertical trunks really come together for a powerful visual statement. Truly a lovely shot.
Registered on January 24, 2011, 576 Posts, 6942 Comments
Comment posted by Bill Reid on February 15, 2014 at 10:16 AM
This looks great Thomas. The frosted branches with the dark blue back round makes a wonderful abstract. Like everything about this. Very well done. :toast:
Registered on January 27, 2013, 65 Posts, 2460 Comments
Comment posted by Nick Bristol on February 15, 2014 at 5:49 PM
This is really nice, Thomas! I love the look and feel of this very much. Your comp worked out great so well worth your time looking.

Nick Bristol
Lone Rock, WI
Registered on February 1, 2004, 752 Posts, 14140 Comments
Comment posted by Eva McDermott on February 16, 2014 at 2:11 PM
Very elegant image Thomas. I like how the trunks compliment the lacy, frost covered branches.
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Comment posted by Bill Fach on February 21, 2014 at 1:07 AM
Thomas: Really well seen and a compelling result IMO. Congrats on the WP. >=))>
Registered on November 1, 2003, 1805 Posts, 26981 Comments
Comment posted by Albert Darmo on February 22, 2014 at 3:43 AM
Hi Thomas :wavey: Congrats on the WP :toast: :toast: :toast: This is a beautiful presentation :toast:
Albert Darmo

Canada
Registered on November 25, 2008, 1386 Posts, 11978 Comments