Yay, winter...I'm sure everyone will be thrilled to see this!
I just recently processed this transparency, even though this was photographed in February of '07. A waterfall flows over a ledge above the frame, and over the course of the winter, creates an ice cavern of sorts behind the falls. Every year, the formations are different, and I always enjoy checking this place out when mid to late winter rolls around. The subtle light filtering through the ice is always intriguing too. Thanks for looking.
Posted by Philip Schwarz on September 16, 2008 at 10:15 AM
Beautiful shot. Can't wait to get up there this winter.
Posted by Bruce Palla on September 16, 2008 at 10:59 AM
Way cool!! Sidebar - Do you wear crampons to access something like this or just tread carefully? Fear of drowning Equipment, not self requires asking, as I am heading out more this winter. Thanks and again, nice shot Joel.
BP
Joel - lovely image that I really enjoy. The various subtle colors and textures are very nice. Did you do any other closer images of the ice - bet there was some fun stuff there too!
CJ
Posted by Toni Lankerd on September 16, 2008 at 6:33 PM
Not ready for winter yet, Joel, but I do like this composition! Gives me the chills just looking at it, yet at the same time looking forward to some ice formations on the pier in Grand Haven.
Bruce, I use Yaktrax Pro's over my winter hiking boots on occasions such as this. They're light weight and quite packable if you're using snowshoes for long distance travel (as I typically do during the snowy months). They work very well on hardpack snow, and do fairly well on ice; all in all, I'd highly recommend them. Crampons would obviously be better for straight ice, but I usually don't find myself on glare ice for extended periods. Here's a link: http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___24103
CJ, I didn't take any further close ups, as I didn't want to walk further than I already was. The sound of cracking made me a bit nervous! I agree that there are additional compositions to be found. A longer lens than I own would have been advantageous.
Posted by Chuck Beatty on September 18, 2008 at 2:49 PM
Nice play of light through the ice, Joel. Looks like a cool (pardon the pun) place to explore on a very cold day.
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6 repliesI just recently processed this transparency, even though this was photographed in February of '07. A waterfall flows over a ledge above the frame, and over the course of the winter, creates an ice cavern of sorts behind the falls. Every year, the formations are different, and I always enjoy checking this place out when mid to late winter rolls around. The subtle light filtering through the ice is always intriguing too. Thanks for looking.
Technicals: Tachihara 4x5, Fujinon 135mm, Fuji Astia 100f, 3 seconds @ f32
BP
CJ
Bruce, I use Yaktrax Pro's over my winter hiking boots on occasions such as this. They're light weight and quite packable if you're using snowshoes for long distance travel (as I typically do during the snowy months). They work very well on hardpack snow, and do fairly well on ice; all in all, I'd highly recommend them. Crampons would obviously be better for straight ice, but I usually don't find myself on glare ice for extended periods. Here's a link: http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___24103
CJ, I didn't take any further close ups, as I didn't want to walk further than I already was. The sound of cracking made me a bit nervous! I agree that there are additional compositions to be found. A longer lens than I own would have been advantageous.