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I just like it (w/repost)
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I just like it (w/repost)

by Jean C Cajolet

Gallery: LandscapePosted May 24, 2015348 views13 comments

I have trouble to give a title for this one, I would just say: I like it. I like the scene, it's in the National Park of La Mauricie that is about 45 min from home. It was quiet, could hear only birds not even waves on the shore. I love this kind of weather for the light and also because I am often alone.

C&C and suggestions are welcome!

d810, Nikon 24-70, 24mm, f/10, 1/13sec, iso64, tripod, polarizer

Comments

13 comments
Comment posted by Alberto Patiño on May 24, 2015 at 4:16 PM

This is a very beautiful representation of the mood that you describe so well in your caption, Jean-Claude. The soft light and the almost perfectly still water convey a deep feeling of peace. I often seek the same solitude that you seek, I can understand you perfectly well!!

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Comment posted by Mark Seaver on May 24, 2015 at 6:46 PM

This is very peaceful and inviting, Jean-Claude.  The soft light, with lots of detail in the clouds and their reflections enhances the sense of peace very well.  Looks like a wonderful time to sit quietly on the shore and listen.

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Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on May 24, 2015 at 8:53 PM

The perfect color and the balanced light makes this thoroughly enjoyable.  Could maybe burn down the lower left corner just a bit.

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Comment posted by Harley Goldman on May 25, 2015 at 9:48 AM

Very calming and peaceful scene, with a real nice reflection. Very nice.

Registered on November 19, 2003, 586 Posts, 11271 Comments
Comment posted by Roel Wijtmans on May 25, 2015 at 10:48 AM

A nice view indeed to enjoy some solitude. Even a nice little sand strand to go bathing! Very nice photo Jean, really reflects your feelings well.

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Comment posted by gary phillips on May 25, 2015 at 2:38 PM

Very nice, Jean-Claude.  Love the sky and totally  still reflection. Agree with Tony about burning the lower left, but very sweet as is.

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Comment posted by D.A. Edwards on May 25, 2015 at 4:38 PM

Serene scene, Jean-Claude, and I love your understated rendition of it. Cheers!
 

Registered on October 8, 2014, 226 Posts, 1187 Comments
Comment posted by Ryan Shain on May 25, 2015 at 8:37 PM

Hi Jean,

This image is very nice and does a beautiful job in conveying the tranquil feeling  of the day. I like the idea of trying to tone down the lower left corner just a bit in regards to brightness.

Nice work in photography

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Comment posted by Jean C Cajolet on May 25, 2015 at 9:46 PM

Thanks everyone for your kind comments. I took your suggestions and, in fact, the eyes are less attracted by the corner.

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Comment posted by D.A. Edwards on May 26, 2015 at 4:20 PM

Nice job on the re-post, pretty much solidifies the image's tranquil feeling.

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Comment posted by Alberto Patiño on May 26, 2015 at 10:27 PM

Hello Jean-Claude, the bright corner on the original was not a problem for me, I think that in the repost it may be a bit less distracting, but the original works just as well for me, I can't really choose between them!

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on May 27, 2015 at 9:27 AM

A beautiful and very peaceful feeling image. Very nice work, Jean-Claude! Repost even better I feel.

Nick Bristol

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Comment posted by Igor Doncov on May 28, 2015 at 9:44 PM

A beautiful image of a the sort that is shot very often.But this is one is special. I suspect that being able to see partially below the water is part of it's attraction. We see some of it but not all of it. The color scheme is subdued which adds to the serenity of the image. There is one question I have - and that's why are the trees on the right side have more cyan than the left. I'm not sure if this is due to the polarizer or some post processing work. Beautiful image. Thanks for sharing.

Registered on November 22, 2014, 189 Posts, 2733 Comments