In the Gorge

Gallery: LandscapePosted August 26, 2016326 views24 comments

This is a picture I shot a couple of years ago. I posted a shot of this back then but now starting to like this tighter shot better. Thought I would post it here and see what you thought of it. This is in the deep gorge area that Skillet Creek runs through. It is about 40 miles from where I live here in Wisconsin. Taken in the early morning light and before several other people (photographers mostly) showed up. It is a pretty cool place and especially if you are willing to get wet. Large Version Included.
Canon 5D3, 24-105L @ 60mm, ISO 400, F/16 at 2.5 sec.

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24 comments

Comment posted by Ronald Murphy on August 26, 2016 at 3:14 PM

An excellent composition of an intriguing location. I might like to see a little more detail in the shadows.

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Comment posted by Preston Birdwell on August 26, 2016 at 6:06 PM

Nie composition and color, Nick. I agree about bringing up the shadows, if possible. I like the warmth of the fallen leaves against the cool rocks and water. Nice job.
--P

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Comment posted by Pete Bengeyfield on August 26, 2016 at 6:33 PM

Nice colors and framing.

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on August 26, 2016 at 7:00 PM

Thanks guys! Although I actually like the darker shadows I did this version bringing the shadows up some. I do think it works this way as well but will probably prefer the original. I'll look for awhile and maybe decide I like this version after all. cool

Thanks for your suggestions on it. They are always so helpful in fine tuning images. Nick
Click the image for best view.

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Comment posted by scott lanz on August 26, 2016 at 10:10 PM

This is beautiful, Nick. Love the various shapes and the way the rocks converge. The colors are great. I could see taking a bit off the bottom, all things being equal, but certainly fine as is.

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Comment posted by Bill Chambers on August 26, 2016 at 10:26 PM

Very nice Nick. I like it as posted originally myself. Excellent composition and processing; no nits at all.

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Comment posted by gary phillips on August 27, 2016 at 2:50 PM

Nick, this is spectacular. It has a great sense of mystery, like a portal into some magical world. Love it.

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Comment posted by Ron Pullen on August 27, 2016 at 8:08 PM

I like the darker shadows myself and the comp. works just fine as is. Ron

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Comment posted by Michael Lowe on August 27, 2016 at 8:51 PM

Love the window framing the falls. Great saturated colors. I'm a dark shadow man myself so prefer the original.

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Comment posted by Richard Teller on August 27, 2016 at 11:00 PM

I like the unusual composition of the image. Nice colors and textures. I like both images, but I think I might lean slightly toward the second image.

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Comment posted by Harry Lichtman on August 28, 2016 at 10:12 AM

The framing of this is pretty spectacular, as is the lighting. I like that the reflection shows what is hidden behind the rock wall. Makes excellent use of the reflection - to show what isn't seen above in the image which is usually the case. Love the green moss in the reflection. The falls really pop out - not due to size but tonal contrast - and not overly cyan sad

. Impressive shot.

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Comment posted by Dan Kearl on August 28, 2016 at 10:49 AM

What en excellent natural frame and I think you did very well with the dynamic range. The reflection colors are killer. I like the OP.

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Comment posted by Doug Koepsel on August 28, 2016 at 3:21 PM

Nick, this is very nice with the framing by the curved rock on the left and the green reflection. Slight nod to the first image.

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Comment posted by Marylynne Diggs on August 28, 2016 at 3:23 PM

What a wonderful perspective, Nick. I love the green reflection and the orange leaves atop the water. I love how the reflection makes me feel like I can see something that isn't otherwise visible from this position. Very nice work on this.
ML

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Comment posted by Paul Breitkreuz on August 28, 2016 at 8:16 PM

Excellent perspective from this angle, Nick. One of those images that leaves us reaching out in attempt to see beyond the corner of the right hand overhanging rock formation. Very nice...... laugh

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Comment posted by Harley Goldman on August 29, 2016 at 10:15 AM

Lovely image! Very peaceful mood and love the reflection.

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on August 29, 2016 at 10:27 AM

Many thanks to all of you for your thoughts and comments on this image. Cheers, Nick

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Comment posted by Tom Falley on August 29, 2016 at 12:32 PM

Great vision and execution! Color is quite rich and nice without being garish. The leaves in the background seem (to me, just got up..) slightly soft, a lot of depth to the scene so one has to pick their focal plane battles.

Overall super nice!

Cheers: Tom

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Comment posted by Alberto Patiño on August 29, 2016 at 10:55 PM

Wow!! What an image!! I disagree about the shadows - I like the original version quite a bit more - but then, I am a dark image sort of dude. Regardless, an absolutely outstanding image!!

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Comment posted by Ed Lowe on August 29, 2016 at 11:35 PM

The original with the darker shadows works best for me, Nick. I think it adds a little more mystery to the scene along with those ghostly reflections. The autumn leaves scattered about the scene are also another wonderful element. This is being super picky, but I could also see the water toned down just a touch where it enters the pool. Either way this is a beauty.

Ed

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Comment posted by Vance Gese on August 30, 2016 at 1:17 AM

Absolutely gorgeous, Nick. Love the view through the tunnel-like gorge, the stunning color, the fantastic lines of the rock, the outstanding reflection, and beautiful color. An incredible image. I do prefer the original post with the deeper shadows.

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on August 30, 2016 at 9:14 AM

Thanks guys for all of your comments and suggestions. I prefer the darker shadows of the original too. Many thanks! Nick

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Comment posted by Igor Doncov on August 31, 2016 at 2:47 AM

This is a stunning image, Nick. I first thought this was a 4X5. Shot with Velvia as we often see from Vance. The green pool below with the warm leaves suspended over it makes a marvelous color palette. The overall composition is very strong as well. One of your best images in recent memory. Truly remarkable. Yes, the original is superior. The dark blacks give it a certain elegance the repost lacks.

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on August 31, 2016 at 3:08 PM

Igor, Thank you! Your comment means a lot to me. And yes, Original version works best for me as well. I felt the lighter shadows version seem to lose something and you put it nicely into words. I did shoot a lot of Velvia over the years. cool

Nick

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