This is another image from my recent trip out to GSMNP. This was taken from the same location as my previous post, but on a different morning. The fog on this morning was much more dense and widespread. I really like the color palette in this image with the varying degrees of transition in the leaves. I also like the transition between the dense fog and the clear foreground.
As always all comments and critiques are welcome.
Capture Info:
130 mm
f11 @ 0.3 sec
ISO 100
Processing Info:
Levels adjustment to set black and white points
Curves adjustment using TK's luminosity mask selection for basic midtones
TK's focused vibrance mask
Comments
10 commentsEd
Man, there is a huge difference in impression between the small and large versions. Honestly, I was already formulating my comments based on the small version. Something along the lines, I don't think this is as strong as your previous version..... Then I came back later and just viewed the large version. This one really sings! There is a distinct transition and the extreme contrast from clear to foggy is showcased very nicely here. Very interesting to me because with most images there is not a big difference between the two views, but with this one it's a big difference. At least for me.
One subtle, yet wonderful element to this image is the lone tree that sits between the clear and fog. The bg trees in fog and there is one tree right in the rule of thirds position that I think really adds to the image.
No major suggestions, but would agree with Harley on a minor suggestion to burn down the tree in the LRC. Also, and now we're getting really nitpicky.... I see one sensor dust spot near the right edge mid frame. (yes, I go over this images with a fine toothed comb...)
Great eye and capture.
Lon
Nick Bristol
Lone Rock, WI.
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