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Columnar Basalt, Artists' Point, Grand Marais MN

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Posted by Joel Truckenbrod on January 3, 2008 at 7:35 PM
Here's an image from August that I just scanned and got ready for print. I was hoping for more dramatic waves this evening, to compliment the composition. Regardless of the not-quite "ideal" situation, I enjoyed the soft light on the rock formation enough to capture it. In retrospect, I'm glad I did. Low water levels on Lake Superior allowed an unusual amount of algae growth, resulting in the greenish tint in the shallows. Thanks for looking.

Tachihara 4x5, Fujinon 90mm, Provia 100f, 2 stop GND
Posted by Susie Hopkins on January 3, 2008 at 9:26 PM
Beautiful pastel colors... I love seeing what's under the water and how the clouds seem to match the top of the rocks.. Nice........ :smile:
Posted by Chuck Beatty on January 3, 2008 at 10:16 PM
The subtle coloring works very well here, Joel. The juxtaposition of the dark, linear rocks and the wispy waves creates a wonderful sense of drama.
Posted by Jack Graham on January 3, 2008 at 10:57 PM
Grad are a godsend! Nice that you didn't over saturate the color. Good job!
JG
Posted by Jeff Hackett on January 5, 2008 at 2:32 PM
What a cool image! Nice work.
Posted by Toni Lankerd on January 5, 2008 at 3:04 PM
Excellent work, Joel....I love the soft lighting on this one.
Posted by Philip Schwarz on January 5, 2008 at 3:14 PM
Great shot from a beautiful location.
Posted by Bernie Kasper on January 5, 2008 at 3:26 PM
Beautiful image Joel, the pastel colors are so warm and pleasing to the eye, and the sweeping motion in the water is great. This is a killer shot :toast: :toast:
Posted by beth summer on January 6, 2008 at 7:55 PM
Excellent work, Joel. The water flow is perfect to show the underwater rocks and the lighting is just right. Nicely done.
Posted by Christopher Jordan on January 7, 2008 at 9:55 AM
Hey Joel - looked at this last week and meant to comment on how nice it is, then didn't! So here you go......

That's VERY nice! CJ
Posted by Joel Truckenbrod on January 7, 2008 at 11:44 PM
Thanks so much for the kind words everyone!
Posted by Robert Helms on January 8, 2008 at 5:11 AM
Wonderful soft light, and water motion, Joel. This is a very nice image