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Shrouded Yosemite + Repost
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Shrouded Yosemite + Repost

by Harley Goldman

Gallery: LandscapePosted February 18, 2017259 views12 comments
I know the view from Tunnel View has been photographed many millions of times, but I find it to be one of the most breath-taking scenes of anywhere in the world I have been. So I always wander back and generally never take the camera out of the truck and just take it in the landscape. This day the fog was moving in and around, so I set up.  And just for a moment gave a glimpse of Half Dome in the back. It was fun hanging out and waiting, BS'ing with the other photographers (and there only were 8 or 10, a low number for there any time of day). 



D810, Tamron 24-70

Comments

12 comments
Comment posted by Doug Koepsel on February 18, 2017 at 10:29 AM
The fog and clouds add some mystery and character to the view.  A suggestion may be to add some tonal contrast to bring out a little textural contrast in the clouds.
Registered on April 1, 2010, 196 Posts, 1592 Comments
Comment posted by Preston Birdwell on February 18, 2017 at 11:34 AM
Very nice and moody, Mr. H.. I agree with Doug regarding the contrast in the clouds. You might also look at the contrast in the trees on the valley floor. I think that area could be punched up just a bit. I have to agree: The majesty of the scene from Tunnel View is one of the all-time greats.

A couple of days ago, Harley turned me on to a documentary film titled Valley Uprising. It is a film about the 50 year history of climbing in Yosemite Valley. It is a riveting film with some outstanding video and commentary by many of Yosemite's foremost climbers. Highly recommended.
--P
Registered on November 1, 2003, 471 Posts, 5188 Comments
Comment posted by Lon Overacker on February 18, 2017 at 1:46 PM
Harley,

No doubt, an epic view, and like you, I will not hesitate to take the short jaunt up the hill to this spot, just to take it all in, and hope for something dramatic.

This is a classic take from here; the fog/mist changing second by second and this works quite well.  Especially cool that Half Dome is peeking through.  I might agree with some selective contrast adjustments, but this is pretty good as presented.

The bar is pretty high from this spot, but how can one go wrong here?  This works for me and takes me right there - wish I was there!

Lon
Registered on November 24, 2006, 521 Posts, 19147 Comments
Comment posted by gary phillips on February 18, 2017 at 3:26 PM
As iconic as it is, I've never been there.  I believe that is a character defect for sure.  I think this image fits with the rest of your images from your trip.  You have used a more high key, low contrast approach that I find very appealing.   The conditions here are outstanding as has been your work of late.  Another awesome Yosemite image for sure.
Registered on October 24, 2013, 185 Posts, 4136 Comments
Comment posted by Brian Schrayer on February 18, 2017 at 5:25 PM
This captures the beauty and grandeur of this classic scene.  The winter conditions make this somewhat unique and the fog adds to the mystique.  Beautifully crafted!  
Registered on May 28, 2004, 114 Posts, 2890 Comments
Comment posted by Genny K. on February 19, 2017 at 3:00 AM
That's beautiful.  The waterfall really anchors this image.  There is lots to see in here, but that waterfall is the center.  Excellent comp and processing.
You got some great images from there.  Fascinating to see them all.
Registered on June 5, 2006, 132 Posts, 2001 Comments
Comment posted by Paul Breitkreuz on February 19, 2017 at 9:40 AM
Harley, hard to make out where this is with all the fog.....sad

A wonderful take from the old tunnel spot. The processing is excellent too......laugh
I have one from this spot several years back now that I really like that is a B&W conversion from Velvia LF.

The sighting and slight glimpse of 1/2 Dome is a good hunting for focal point. I think that is an icon the world looks for in any of these photos taken in around the tunnel view.
8-10 photogs sounds like the park was on limited entry compared to most days. As the sierras have been deluged this year with LOTS of snow and rain this spring should be a bonanza with vegetation, water flows, and wildlife all around......enlightened  
Registered on February 25, 2006, 525 Posts, 8448 Comments
Comment posted by scott lanz on February 19, 2017 at 10:25 AM
Another exceptional image from this snow event Harley. It's an iconic view for a reason, and the conditions are outstanding and well captured. devil
Registered on November 14, 2003, 840 Posts, 12902 Comments
Comment posted by Richard Sandor on February 19, 2017 at 11:02 AM
Harley: the other posters have already stated the good points, so I'll take the easy way and "Ditto". cool Richard
Registered on January 12, 2014, 453 Posts, 1625 Comments
Comment posted by Dave Dillemuth on February 19, 2017 at 8:30 PM
Beautiful and dramatic take on this iconic view. The hanging clouds are just awesome.You definitely sync'd your visit with some epic conditions. I agree with comments on increasing the contrast in the clouds. Personal taste but I can also see taking the exposure down a notch and increase the moodiness.
Registered on December 10, 2015, 104 Posts, 1112 Comments
Comment posted by Mark Seaver on February 19, 2017 at 11:12 PM
It's a great view, Harley, where the fog makes it a bit different from the conventional shot.  I too wonder if it's possible to pull a bit more  structure out of the clouds.  This fits in with an idea for a WC of well know Icons.  We all go there and take those images, we just tend not to show them (at least on NPN).
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Comment posted by Harley Goldman on February 20, 2017 at 10:16 AM
Thanks for the feedback. Made a couple of changes. 

 
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