Smith Creek - Spring Gathering

Okay, this is the first of many. I will try to pace myself throughout the next week. It was a pleasure to see everyone. I could not of have a better time. Thanks again to Rod for being such an excellent host, and thanks to all for being there!

I thought the TIF file straight out of Photomatix and before final edits might be interesting to see. I was not really sure about the final crop.

Glad y'all had fun. Look forward to seeing images.

Cant decide which I like better. I like the reflection in the wide view, however the tree branch on the left side kinda throws it off balance for me.

Hey Jan, I enjoyed seeing you and had fun this weekend. I am with Daren, the second one shows more of the creek. the colors are great!

It was good visiting with you again, Jan. Gotta love the color of that water...I like the first one better.

Looks like a great place, with plenty of photo opportunities!
Thanx Jan

Nice job Jan. I like the first one, cropped down to reveal form, texture and color.

It was nice meeting you Jan, and fun shooting with you. I hope I can keep doing this as easily as you when I reach your age. I like the first one better definately. I am never sure how much of nature to remove sometimes( branches,ect.) I like that crop with the gravel bar showing more prominately. Keep 'em coming.

Think I like the 1st one better too Jan but being a landscape photographer its hard . Seen like I always want to see the whole show..I had such a good time with all of you Thinks for letting me follow you around!!!!!

Thanks everyone. When I came upon this scene, I knew I couldn't do it justice, but I am glad I got what I did. Such a special place to be. I am glad I got to see some old friends, and make some new ones. Everyone made the gathering a terrific time.