Golden Wall and Trees

Last weekend I had the pleasure of hiking up to the Diving Board, which is just west of the main wall on Half Dome. It was a long, hot hike with all of my gear, but slept up on the ridge and was treated to a full moon. I noticed these trees the next morning and was drawn to the golden color of the main wall. I was amazed at the various colors of rock that could be seen on the wall. Some areas were tan to gold, while other areas had almost a lime green appearance. I have other images of the overhanging Diving Board, which I'll try to post. Its not an easy location to get to, but well worth the walk. All comments. Welcome. Best Regards.

I like the feeling of depth that is imparted in this image and the textures of the wall. Those trees are tenacious to grow in such conditions.

Michael, although a bit of a challenge to get here, it sounds like it turned out to be a good outing overall. The image sure provides some very graphic detail in the texture of the wall. The gold color provides good contrast with the rest of the scene. Did you happen to catch the very base of the larger tree in any of the images by chance, or was that an area not to be included for some reason? I also like the somewhat of a "V" slot look leading up or downward toward the trees too.

I've nere seen this composition in the park. The possibilities in the park
are unending. Well done, Michael.

Thanks for the comments. Paul, you're right, I did cut off the bottom of the first tree. The was a drop off in front of me, so my ability to move around was some what limited. I think I was trying to show as much of the wall as possible. Still, I do think I have an image that does show the bottom of the tree. Robert, thanks for your kind words. If you get a chance, make the climb up to this location. You won't be disappointed. Just bring lots of water, since there isn't any up there. The Diving Board Ridge itself is quite a sight, with grand vistas in almost every direction. Thanks again.

Michael, I like the way the creme colored draws the viewers eye towards your subjects. I would like to see trees as globs especially when there are only two and I think a little seperation would of simplified the scene. Of course not everyone sees the same, that's just how I might of tried this one out and it might of ruined how the framing works that I like.

Depending on what time of year there is plenty of water along the way even up near the top and a filter might alleviate some the weight added from all of the water you carried.

Excellent Michael. Great view and composed wonderfully. Must be pretty exhilarating from up there.

BTW, congrats on your Alameda County fair awards and sales! Stopped by today to have a look. Seems that there are more sales this year.

Lon

Hi guys,
Thanks for all of the comments. Lon, I think the economy is a little better this year. I've sold two prints so far. Best Regards.