Here is another image from Mossbrae Falls in Dunsmuir. This place is just unlike anywhere else. Even if the train rolls by in the distance it's hard not to be mesmerized by these unique falls.
I'd be most interested in thoughts on the foreground. Does it work and provide enough interest as a lead in to the falls?
Nikon D300 / Tokina 12-24 / F8 / 2.5s / Polarizer
Thanks for looking any comments are critiques are most welcome
You're right, Mike, Mossbrae Falls is unlike any other waterfall. I've been
there once and hope to return soon. Good exposure. I have mixed feelings
about the foreground. Although the central subject is the waterfalls, the image
is almost cut in half with foreground and falls. However, if you crop off too
much at the bottom, you will lose some of the swirls in the stream as well
as some of the prettiest rocks. Nevertheless, it's beautiful the way it is.
I like the falls here a lot. The moss really pops the scene. The color of the rocks through the transparent water is an added plus. The foreground does not really have the pull though. Maybe if there was a liitle more white water heading the the bg. I take you didn't bring your own flood for that.
Stopped in Dunsmuir once and took a photo of that train, wish I knew about the falls back then. I was hoping to stop here on the my NorCal trip but never made it inland. How long is the hike to get there from the trail head, timewise and distance(about). Was it overcast the whole time time you there?
Thanks everyone I appreciate your feedback. I've visited Mossbrae twice and have yet to come away with something that really makes me proud.
Steve, the hike is about 1-1.5 one way north up the train tracks. I think it took me about 30 mins. If the train rolls by (which it has both times for me) you might be delayed a few minutes. You can check www.waterfallswest.com for a trail description.
I hope to get there one day with a cloudy sky. Both times have been clear blue and the color cast is a challenge. This shot was at 10000k. If it's not a cloudy day I suggest you go in the morning so you have some time before the sun pops up over the ridge.
Mossbrae is a favorite of mine, been there a few times. Great shot.
Posted by Steve Sieren on June 10, 2009 at 5:51 PM
Thanks for the info Mike.
Same thing goes with Darwin Falls in Death Valley. (overcast or early morning light before the sun makes it over the ridge and gives direct light on the falls)
The rocks in the foreground nicely set off the falls but I wish the image wasn't divided smack in the middle. The one time I was there was a sunny afternoon--I didn't come away with any good shots.
Hi Mike
Going to have to check out this forum more often to find your postings. I agree with your concern and some of the critiques about the FG. Been through that area many times and didn't know about the falls. Will the next time. Like the way the water flows out of the vegetation, impressive.
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10 repliesHere is another image from Mossbrae Falls in Dunsmuir. This place is just unlike anywhere else. Even if the train rolls by in the distance it's hard not to be mesmerized by these unique falls.
I'd be most interested in thoughts on the foreground. Does it work and provide enough interest as a lead in to the falls?
Nikon D300 / Tokina 12-24 / F8 / 2.5s / Polarizer
Thanks for looking any comments are critiques are most welcome
there once and hope to return soon. Good exposure. I have mixed feelings
about the foreground. Although the central subject is the waterfalls, the image
is almost cut in half with foreground and falls. However, if you crop off too
much at the bottom, you will lose some of the swirls in the stream as well
as some of the prettiest rocks. Nevertheless, it's beautiful the way it is.
I love the colors, comp, and course beautiful falls and water flowing thru the foreground rocks. Excellent job!
Derek
Stopped in Dunsmuir once and took a photo of that train, wish I knew about the falls back then. I was hoping to stop here on the my NorCal trip but never made it inland. How long is the hike to get there from the trail head, timewise and distance(about). Was it overcast the whole time time you there?
Steve, the hike is about 1-1.5 one way north up the train tracks. I think it took me about 30 mins. If the train rolls by (which it has both times for me) you might be delayed a few minutes. You can check www.waterfallswest.com for a trail description.
I hope to get there one day with a cloudy sky. Both times have been clear blue and the color cast is a challenge. This shot was at 10000k. If it's not a cloudy day I suggest you go in the morning so you have some time before the sun pops up over the ridge.
Same thing goes with Darwin Falls in Death Valley. (overcast or early morning light before the sun makes it over the ridge and gives direct light on the falls)
Going to have to check out this forum more often to find your postings. I agree with your concern and some of the critiques about the FG. Been through that area many times and didn't know about the falls. Will the next time. Like the way the water flows out of the vegetation, impressive.
Dan Ryan
Northern California