Posted by Harley Goldman on November 11, 2008 at 10:07 PM
It is kind of like showing photos of kids. You love them if they are your kids. If they aren't your kinder, try to hide that yawn.
Main canyon in Zion. My last day in the park.
I tried to frame this without the closer side bushes/trees, but no could do. Bothersome? Cropping them out destroys the feeling of the place I am trying to convey.
Chamonix 4x5
Nikkor 300m
Velvia 50
Comments, critiques and caustic commentary most welcome.
It's not a red-headed step-child but it's not one of your best either A pleasing image though nonetheless. I like the contrast of the branches in the center but the ones on the right sort of lead my eyes out of the frame. There might be a crop in there somewhere that might work better but not sure.
Posted by Lon Overacker on November 12, 2008 at 2:59 AM
Hey Harley,
I agree, a crop loses some of the essence of the place - especially the reds in the background. I really like this view. The bottom scrubby area balances nicely with the background wall. But it's that center and right cottonwood? that really takes center stage and anchors the scene. I like this a whole bunch. And I don't know what I would have done differently and can't think of any alternate suggestions. No nits at all.
Harley, as a result of lower side bushes being somewhat off setting they do not bother me at all. If they were only on one side then I would see it as being weighted a bit and uneven. I find all the contrasting colors to be very appealing throughout the entire scene too. I cannot tell you how many trips I have made to Zion over the years. Sadly, as the gross body count built up and they closed the main canyon down to trams only it has not been high on my list for my annual treks to this wonderful park recently.
Posted by Youssef Ismail on November 12, 2008 at 9:10 PM
Harley,
The empty FG bothers me. A crop from the left and bottom keeping the 4:5 ratio might work.
I like the main central tree, and its supporting tree on the right. Removing the left side might accentuate those two trees and the relationhip they have.
Posted by Eric Good on November 13, 2008 at 3:30 PM
Nice mix of color captured here. I like a 4x5 vertical crop focusing on the main tree in the center while retaining as much green and red foliage on the left side. Looks like you hit Zion at really a good time.
Posted by Steve Sieren on November 14, 2008 at 12:01 AM
The nice wall in the background works well in the background. I think there is enough reds and greens to balance out the comp.
Did you made it up to Hidden Canyon at all?
Posted by Harley Goldman on November 14, 2008 at 11:15 AM
Steve,
I did not make it up to Hidden Canyon. I did not get to the Narrows either. Some places for next year.
Posted by Richard Wong on November 16, 2008 at 7:54 PM
I think it is a nice image though could be improved with a tighter comp around the edges especially.
Discussion
8 repliesMain canyon in Zion. My last day in the park.
I tried to frame this without the closer side bushes/trees, but no could do. Bothersome? Cropping them out destroys the feeling of the place I am trying to convey.
Chamonix 4x5
Nikkor 300m
Velvia 50
Comments, critiques and caustic commentary most welcome.
I agree, a crop loses some of the essence of the place - especially the reds in the background. I really like this view. The bottom scrubby area balances nicely with the background wall. But it's that center and right cottonwood? that really takes center stage and anchors the scene. I like this a whole bunch. And I don't know what I would have done differently and can't think of any alternate suggestions. No nits at all.
Lon
Lon
The empty FG bothers me. A crop from the left and bottom keeping the 4:5 ratio might work.
I like the main central tree, and its supporting tree on the right. Removing the left side might accentuate those two trees and the relationhip they have.
Did you made it up to Hidden Canyon at all?
I did not make it up to Hidden Canyon. I did not get to the Narrows either. Some places for next year.