Posted by Jack Garrett on February 4, 2011 at 12:43 AM
I was just notified that one of my Palouse fall images was accepted into the Eye Of The Camera Show in Littleton. I never posted it because it's been a work in progress...still not sure I have it perfected...let me know your thoughts.
Posted by Jack Garrett on February 4, 2011 at 12:45 AM
The original image and print looks a little lighter than this.
I want to give credit to Chip Phillips from Spokane. He is THE EXPERT of the Palouse area. We hired him to show us locations and also his post processing techniques. If you ever need a coach or guide out there , contact him.
Posted by Jack Garrett on February 4, 2011 at 12:49 AM
This was a second image that was selected. An old homestead near Pawnee Nat'l Grassland.
Oh my gosh, Jack, that first one is gorgeous. I love the light.
Posted by Lynn Scott on February 4, 2011 at 2:36 AM
What is perfect :) I think both shots are great!! I like the colors in the first one and all the angles. I love old buildings!
Posted by John Mumaw on February 4, 2011 at 6:58 AM
Those folks in Littleton have good taste. They made some great choices!
I've always wanted to visit the Palouse area. Glad you were able to make it and to walk away with images like this one.
I like the b&w and pano. crop of the ol' homestead. What I especially like is the inclusion of the road on the right. Really makes a big difference, IMO.
You might boost the saturation of the greens in #1 to help separate them from the tans just a bit more.
Posted by Roger Rouch on February 4, 2011 at 8:10 AM
The first one has some really nice light and shadow. I can see John's suggestion for saturation, but it's fine as it is. I'm a sucker for old buildings and that little homestead is a good one.
Posted by Nick Moore on February 4, 2011 at 8:30 AM
Congrats Jack, these are both great images. The lines, shapes and patterns in #1 really stand out with the light, a place to add to my long list of must sees :).
Posted by Scott Bacon on February 4, 2011 at 9:18 AM
Very nice! The light on the first image is simply sublime - it glows. This must look gorgeous in print!
Posted by Tim Visser on February 4, 2011 at 10:00 AM
Congrats Jack. I know the judge and he is very fair but tough so to get an image in you have done very well. I love the first image....looks like one I would like to have on my wall blown up real big.
Posted by Jody Grigg on February 4, 2011 at 10:00 AM
Congratulations Jack!
Posted by Doug Koepsel on February 4, 2011 at 10:01 AM
Congrats on being chosen. Nice golden light hitting the top of the hills in the first image.
What if you cropped a tiny bit between the uppermost set of trees and the lighted areas along the top edge? I think it would help keep the eyes from being pulled to the very edge by eliminating those tiny areas of light along the top edge.
Posted by Frank Damon on February 4, 2011 at 12:20 PM
Wonderful shots, especially #1. I love the light and rolling hills. It almost makes you feel you are in The Palouse, which I never have.
Congratulations!
Posted by Howard Cihak on February 4, 2011 at 12:57 PM
Thank you, Jack, for posting that 1st image. All that I've ever seen of the Palouse was of seemingly endless rolling hills of green. This is a fascinating change.
Posted by Lance Burch on February 4, 2011 at 1:03 PM
Both are great. Really like the play of light across the landacape in the first one. Excellent images. Congrats!
Posted by Don Grall on February 4, 2011 at 1:36 PM
Classis Palouse image! Love the shadow/highlight play and the overall color. Congratulations!
Posted by Scott Fricke on February 4, 2011 at 1:44 PM
Great work Jack, the light really accentuates the color of the hills. Congratulations on the show!
Congrats! I really love the tawny curves and play of light in the first one.
Posted by Bill Bean on February 4, 2011 at 3:21 PM
Oh sure...post some stellar images of the Palouse a week after I cancel my spring trip there so I can pay for my daughter's wedding in September. Thanks Jack....Thanks a lot!
Seriously, the first image is wonderful. Is that from Steptoe Butte? I'm definitely headed there in May or June 2012.
Posted by John Mumaw on February 4, 2011 at 4:07 PM
Hey Jack,
Are those tawny curves dappled light or just the nature of the grain fields?
Posted by Jack Garrett on February 4, 2011 at 4:19 PM
Thanks for the encouraging comments everyone....much appreciated.
John: Just the nature of the fields. I really had to do very little to this image other than crop, very little saturation, sharpen and your 20-50-0 thing. That's the nice thing about Palouse..the light just happens if you wait for it. I'll try the green Sat and see what that does.
Doug: Good suggestion, I'll have a try with it.
I should also point out that we hired Chip Phillips to show us around and help us with his techniques. He was AWESOME!! If you ever need an expert of that area he is the one for sure!! His post processing techniques are top notch as well.
Posted by John Mumaw on February 4, 2011 at 6:05 PM
He's undoubtedly one of the finest photographers in that region. I really envy you for using his tutelage.
Posted by Anne K. Rusk on February 4, 2011 at 9:37 PM
Wonderful images! Thanks for sharing...a place on my bucket list!
Discussion
31 repliesI want to give credit to Chip Phillips from Spokane. He is THE EXPERT of the Palouse area. We hired him to show us locations and also his post processing techniques. If you ever need a coach or guide out there , contact him.
Both great images!
I've always wanted to visit the Palouse area. Glad you were able to make it and to walk away with images like this one.
I like the b&w and pano. crop of the ol' homestead. What I especially like is the inclusion of the road on the right. Really makes a big difference, IMO.
You might boost the saturation of the greens in #1 to help separate them from the tans just a bit more.
What if you cropped a tiny bit between the uppermost set of trees and the lighted areas along the top edge? I think it would help keep the eyes from being pulled to the very edge by eliminating those tiny areas of light along the top edge.
Congratulations!
Seriously, the first image is wonderful. Is that from Steptoe Butte? I'm definitely headed there in May or June 2012.
Are those tawny curves dappled light or just the nature of the grain fields?
John: Just the nature of the fields. I really had to do very little to this image other than crop, very little saturation, sharpen and your 20-50-0 thing. That's the nice thing about Palouse..the light just happens if you wait for it. I'll try the green Sat and see what that does.
Doug: Good suggestion, I'll have a try with it.
I should also point out that we hired Chip Phillips to show us around and help us with his techniques. He was AWESOME!! If you ever need an expert of that area he is the one for sure!! His post processing techniques are top notch as well.