The week prior to the Moab Spring Fling was spent making quick hits to various locations in southern Utah. The first stop was Bryce Canyon. I had been there once before in winter a few years ago with snow in the canyon. There were clouds in the sky Sunday morning, but Murphy managed to block the horizon at sunrise. They did provide for some softer lighting on the hoodoos though, so I spent some time with the 70-300 to isolate formations.
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#2 Sunrise at Sunset
A lot of features can be lost in a wide view, but I liked the converging angles of the foreground rows. Any ideas about color/lighting/contrast for this image? Kinda looks funky to me.
For some "quick hits" of some very iconic locations, you captured some very nice pictures! The second is my favorite, mostly because it includes a bit of sky/clouds to add character to the entire composition. The foreground area could use a bit more light, to bring out the depth!
Hey Doug, These are all great but I'm really drawn to the simplicity in number 3. Wish I'd thought to compose something like that when I was there. I think the softer contrast works well here and I love the diagonals. Nice job!
I too like the simplicity of #3. Also, #2 didn't immediately catch my away, but after looking it for a bit, I found it strangely mesmeric, almost hypnotic...
This is a fine collection, Doug! I really like the more tight knit compositions you chose, and your eye for a compelling one is good.
#1 is terrific.
#2 looks just fine to me re: color/light/contrast. Looks quite natural, and I like the way those walls in the foreground lead me into the rest of the amphitheater.
This type of image gets lost in web versions. A larger print would surely do this more justice.
#3 is a great composition! Kudos for 'seeing' that one. I don't think a boost in contrast would diminish what you're looking for here. Nor would losing the magenta cast.
#4 is outstanding with those wind sculpted trees. You might consider burning down the light shaft in the upper left corner to more closely match the rest of the shaded wall. I much prefer this to the similar #5.
#6 is the weakest to my eye and holds little appeal to me.
All in all, a great score in Bryce for your portfolio. Looking forward to seeing more from your journey.
#1 and 2 are my favorite. #2 is fantastic, in fact , I don't think I have seen that perspective of Bryce before. Either I'm just not seeing enough Bryce images or this one is quite unique. Excellent comp.
Very nice series of shots. My favorites are #2 (because of the fascinating lines/patterns) and #5 (because of the great contrast between the dark green trees and orange/red rocks). More contrast on #3 wouldn't hurt IMO. It was nice to meet you (and your dog) this weekend
Thank you all for the feedback. I think it is good to hear why one likes or does not like an image.
John- a slight warming removed the bluish tint in #3. danke.
Grant- hope the mesmerization was not due to lack of sleep on your trip
An excellent collection and one that I'm envious of. Every time I go there my brain is overloaded with all the lines and colors. I've yet to come away with anything like these.
Posted by Rod Chandler on May 24, 2012 at 10:49 PM
Three, four and five are my favorites. Nice work on all of them. It was a real pleasure meeting you at the Spring Fling. I hope we can get together again at some time in the future. You do great work and you have a nice dog.
Great stuff, Doug! I love #1, and 3, 4 and 5 would be my other picks. I want to like #2 for its grand sweep, but it feels kind of diffuse and my eye doesn't really settle anywhere.
Posted by Jeff Hackett on May 26, 2012 at 11:02 AM
4 and 5 are my favorites. Very nice for a quickie, damn!
Discussion
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#1 Dawn from Sunset Point (larger provided)
A lot of features can be lost in a wide view, but I liked the converging angles of the foreground rows. Any ideas about color/lighting/contrast for this image? Kinda looks funky to me.
I tried for a softer pastel look, so thoughts on contrast?
The lighter rock made for some nice backlit illumination
# 1
#1 is terrific.
#2 looks just fine to me re: color/light/contrast. Looks quite natural, and I like the way those walls in the foreground lead me into the rest of the amphitheater.
This type of image gets lost in web versions. A larger print would surely do this more justice.
#3 is a great composition! Kudos for 'seeing' that one. I don't think a boost in contrast would diminish what you're looking for here. Nor would losing the magenta cast.
#4 is outstanding with those wind sculpted trees. You might consider burning down the light shaft in the upper left corner to more closely match the rest of the shaded wall. I much prefer this to the similar #5.
#6 is the weakest to my eye and holds little appeal to me.
All in all, a great score in Bryce for your portfolio. Looking forward to seeing more from your journey.
John- a slight warming removed the bluish tint in #3. danke.
Grant- hope the mesmerization was not due to lack of sleep on your trip
An excellent collection and one that I'm envious of. Every time I go there my brain is overloaded with all the lines and colors. I've yet to come away with anything like these.