Surveyor's Meadow

Gallery: LandscapePosted January 23, 20161,177 views17 comments

So this image, this moment marked a day of renewal for me. I had not been out alone, with my camera for about 10 months. The previous year, I was here in horrible winds, bluebird skies, and not much color. I tried to make the best of it. But in the end, I went into Bishop and got a room. Slept in the next morning and got up, packed up, and headed for home. I never even tripped the shutter on the camera one time. So, standing here again before this scene, I felt a sense of peace, relaxation, and gratitude come over me. A feeling that draws me to continue to pursue images, and experience what rewards nature has to offer.

Thanks
Chris

Comments

17 comments

Comment posted by Jeffrey Sipress on January 23, 2016 at 4:35 PM

Second time's the charm! Wonderful autumn imaging, Chris. Looks familiar to me, but I don't know any place named that.

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Comment posted by scott lanz on January 23, 2016 at 5:50 PM

It all came together on your return, Chris. Beautiful scenery in nice light. Well worth the return trip.

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on January 23, 2016 at 5:54 PM

This is one beautiful scene, Chris. I like this view a lot and the autumn colors are wonderful. The rock in the foreground is placed perfectly in the scene (you must be really strong). The clouds and blue sky finished this off beautifully. I'm glad you were able to make it back there again and come away with such a nice image.

Nick Bristol
Lone Rock, WI

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Comment posted by Dave Dillemuth on January 23, 2016 at 6:05 PM

Chris,
Your persistence has paid off as this is superb image. Very well composed and sublime color palatte. You managed the dynamic range beautifully. Great work!

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Comment posted by Todd Liotine on January 23, 2016 at 10:50 PM

Nice fall photograph, I think all the tones and colors really make this image work really well.

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Comment posted by Dietrich Gloger on January 24, 2016 at 11:55 AM

Great autumn scene you have capture here Chris! I can sense the clean mountain air.

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Comment posted by Roel Wijtmans on January 24, 2016 at 12:31 PM

Yeah, it's amazing how experiences can affect our perception of places, and even cancel out all subjectivity. I like that process a lot, so I understand your feelings here. I think you succeeded in capturing those feelings you felt with this photo, and I can't think of anything wrong with this pic. Nice!

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Comment posted by Igor Doncov on January 24, 2016 at 1:26 PM

Another fine image. The craftsmanship is superb, each small leaf clearly delineated in the bottom right and throughout the closest layer of bushes. The role the rock plays can't be overstated. It's the anchor and counterpoint. The image is much weaker without it.To me the colors seem to be on the verge of being oversaturated. I believe that somewhere you mention that this is necessary for images that are destined to become prints. Excellent image.

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Comment posted by Albert Darmo on January 24, 2016 at 2:39 PM

Hi Chris

The second time was worth the effort. a marvelous scene with stunning color and form

Albert Darmo
Canada

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Comment posted by Marylynne Diggs on January 24, 2016 at 4:46 PM

I like this, Chris. The colors are great, the surveyors rock gives it a sense of place and history. The sky has just enough blue and clouds to be interesting. I think you nailed it.
ML

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Comment posted by Preston Birdwell on January 24, 2016 at 6:49 PM

I know this spot. Never heard it called Surveyor's Meadow, though. You had a great sky, and some very nice Autumn color. This is well processed and composed, Chris.

--P

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Comment posted by Harry Lichtman on January 25, 2016 at 8:09 AM

Beautiful colors and composition. Great clouds to go along with the scene. The sun direction really makes the foliage pop. Congrats on this one.

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Comment posted by Lon Overacker on January 25, 2016 at 12:30 PM

Chris,

Gorgeous Eastern Sierra autumn landscape. Kudos for you on the persistence. A scene well worth the wait and you were rewarded.

Nothing to be critical of here Chris. The comp, the splatter of color, the boulder, peak all work in concert and the sky and clouds are wonderful. I don't think this would be the same with just a bluebird sky.

Make me want to be there.

Lon

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Comment posted by D.A. Edwards on January 25, 2016 at 3:20 PM

Not a nit from me, Chris, superb in every aspect. This would make a nice calendar shot illustrating the essence of autumn.

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Comment posted by Harley Goldman on January 25, 2016 at 5:49 PM

Beautiful fall scene. Very classic look to it. Very nice!

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Comment posted by Kah Kit Yoong on January 27, 2016 at 1:55 AM

Very pretty! Love the array of autumn colours and the composition works, subtle letting the natural landscape do the talking.

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Comment posted by Ryan Shain on January 28, 2016 at 6:40 PM

Hi Chris,

This image really brings me into the scene, and gives me the feeling of being present with you while you captured this image. There are lots of beautiful elements that mingle together to create an essential Autumn image full of life and beauty.

Wonderful work!!

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