The Gorge in Fall

Gallery: LandscapePosted July 11, 2016322 views19 comments

I know this is out of season but I'm just going through some past fall images for a fall issue of Our Wisconsin Magazine. This picture is one that is going on to them and i decided I would post it here and see what you thought of it. It was made on Skillet Creek about 40 miles from my home and in the gorge on a beautiful autumn morning. It wasn't long before there were several photographers around but I did manage to get a few shots I liked just before that. Large version for best look.
Shot with a Canon 5D3, 24-105L @ 40mm, ISO 100, F/20, 32 sec exposure with a CPL and ND filter.

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Comment posted by Roel Wijtmans on July 11, 2016 at 2:35 PM

Excellent Nick! The impressionistic pattern in the water is mesmerizing, and the feeling of this photo is amazing. Maybe dodge the brighter part of the water a bit so that the details become more clear? Very minor nit though, absolutely love this one and I can see it big on my wall.

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Comment posted by Daniel Rappaport on July 11, 2016 at 4:22 PM

Enchanting image. Well done.

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Comment posted by Marylynne Diggs on July 11, 2016 at 4:38 PM

Very nice! I love the colors and the combo of warm and wet. The leaf trails are perfectly rendered, and I especially like the more faint leaf squiggles off to the right.

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Comment posted by Mark Seaver on July 11, 2016 at 5:53 PM

A very striking image, Nick. The glow reflecting off the water from the background highlights adds a fine touch of mystery to the wonderful swirls of brightly colored leaves. I do think that pulling out some more lights detail in the dark area on the right would be good.

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Comment posted by gary phillips on July 11, 2016 at 6:09 PM

Outstanding image, Nick. I can see why the magazine would want to publish it. Love the long exposure, mesmerizingly beautiful.

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Comment posted by scott lanz on July 11, 2016 at 6:16 PM

Beautiful image, Nick. The 32 sec exposure produced terrific lines and swirls, and the entire image has a beautiful glow. Expertly and artistically done. devil

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Comment posted by Ed Lowe on July 11, 2016 at 10:44 PM

Beautifully done, Nick. The 32 sec exposure certainly created some wonderful impressionistic effects with the leaf swirls and the golden autumn reflection. This will look great in print.

Ed

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Comment posted by Eva McDermott on July 12, 2016 at 12:58 AM

I love the abstract qualities you have capture here Nick. A lot going on but I like it.

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Comment posted by Igor Doncov on July 12, 2016 at 3:03 AM

Fascinating image. It's as though you can sense the spirits of the place. Very creative approach and the fall colors really helped the streaks become more interesting. The left half appeals to me more than the right. You could create an image of just the lower left half but it wouldn't be as complex as what you have now. Really interesting. It's as though something enchanting is spilling out of that opening into the water in front.

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Comment posted by Aaron Feinberg on July 12, 2016 at 4:19 PM

Super cool! Looks like the middle is actually a waterfall. Crazy illusion. Love it.

aF

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on July 12, 2016 at 4:58 PM

Thanks much to all of you for your comments on this. Always helpful and appreciated! Nick

Aaron, Yes, I see what you mean but did have to go back and look again. cool

Thanks man!

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Comment posted by Dave Dillemuth on July 12, 2016 at 9:06 PM

Fantastic image, Nick. Has a wonderful dreamy quality. Processing looks spot-on. Great work!

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Comment posted by Michael Lowe on July 13, 2016 at 9:20 AM

This is great Nick. Love the patterns of the swirling autumn leaves. Looks like a great location. devil

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Comment posted by Harley Goldman on July 13, 2016 at 5:45 PM

This is almost surreal. It would be a great choice for the magazine. Very nicely done.

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Comment posted by Anil Rao on July 14, 2016 at 1:19 AM

A mesmerizing scene full of mystery and grace. The fall colors are delightful and I love the drakness that goes so well with it.

This will be a lovely contribution to that magazine.

Regards.

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Comment posted by Ian Cameron on July 14, 2016 at 5:38 PM

Gorgeous confined lighting and wonderful intimate atmosphere in this energetic wee shot. I like it a great deal.

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on July 14, 2016 at 6:55 PM

Dave, Michael, Harley, Anil and Ian, Thanks so much guys! I so much appreciate all of you taking time to comment and letting me know your feelings on this. Cheers, Nick

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Comment posted by Doug Koepsel on July 17, 2016 at 12:59 PM

Nick, your choice of shutter speed makes for showing nicely the flow of the leaves on the water. The rock seems to have a green tint to it. Pretty cool spot you have in the gorge.

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on July 17, 2016 at 5:33 PM

Thanks Doug! Yes, these rocks do have a nice tint of green to them in places along with lots of moss. Nick

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