Posted by Doug Koepsel on April 1, 2010 at 3:07 PM
Here is a recent image from Hopi Point taken a month ago as a winter storm was clearing. Any C&C is always welcome.
f/8 1/15s ISO-200 cpl. Some footprints have been cloned from the snow.
For the past year since getting a D90, I have been venturing to various locales in Northern Arizona to put together a calendar for family and friends. This has lead to a deeper enjoyment of landscape photography, assembling a gallery on smugmug, and lurking here at NPN. Many excellent photographers and images are here to serve as motivation, so today I am joining to share some and learn. At the moment, my photography has been limited to sharing just with friends and family.
Welcome to the nuthouse, Doug! This is a sweet shot. I love the spotlighting and the clouds. I'd say add a touch of contrast and maybe a little bit of saturation, even in the blues.
Welcome, and an excellent first post. I actually like the subdued color in this shot and the comp is well done.
Posted by Doug Koepsel on April 1, 2010 at 9:34 PM
Thank you for the welcome. I took your suggestions and cropped a little snow off the base and added some contrast (mid and general), saturation and lighter highlights. Seems to make the image spark a little more despite the overcast day.
Yes, Flag makes it nice to be able to be in great spots in a few hours. A plethora of places to still visit and revisit.
Doug
Posted by Jamie Botdorf on April 1, 2010 at 10:06 PM
Very nice! I'd call this one "December" - should be a great candidate for your calendar this year. Looking forward to seeing more of your work!
Welcome to RMNP, Doug! I know exactly where this tree is as I've also photographed it. Your image is much nicer, though. I love the sliver of light on the canyon and the foreboding sky. Really looking forward to your participation in the forums.
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14 repliesf/8 1/15s ISO-200 cpl. Some footprints have been cloned from the snow.
For the past year since getting a D90, I have been venturing to various locales in Northern Arizona to put together a calendar for family and friends. This has lead to a deeper enjoyment of landscape photography, assembling a gallery on smugmug, and lurking here at NPN. Many excellent photographers and images are here to serve as motivation, so today I am joining to share some and learn. At the moment, my photography has been limited to sharing just with friends and family.
Doug
I love the dramatic clouds and lighting. My only nit would be the large blank area of snow.
Yes, Flag makes it nice to be able to be in great spots in a few hours. A plethora of places to still visit and revisit.
Doug
What a difference a little postprocessing made with this scene.
Right time, right place and you were there. Doesn't get much better, does it?
Welcome! Nice shot to introduce yourself to the group.
I'm happy to see you have joined the group. That was a beautiful evening at Hopi Point. It was nice meeting you and getting a chance to chat.