Fallen Trio

Gallery: LandscapePosted January 14, 2010172 views14 comments

Nikon D300, Nikkor 17-55 2.8 @40mm. F/14, 1/250, ISO 200.

The ice on the small birch trees has taken its toll, I hope they will straighten up by spring. I find the curved lines interesting. Comments appreciated.

Comments

14 comments

Comment posted by Philip Hodgkins on January 14, 2010 at 9:11 PM

I like it, The curving trees make for an interesting composition, I wouldn't count on them straightening up by Spring, though.

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Comment posted by Catherine Reilly on January 14, 2010 at 9:40 PM

Chilly! Great shot, Albert, and nice to see a post from you. This certainly tells the story of the harsh winter season in a more poetic way.

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Comment posted by Anthony Vincent on January 14, 2010 at 10:26 PM

A very nice artistic touch. The comp flows well and the snow helps accent the prominent features.
Nice job Albert

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Comment posted by Eva McDermott on January 14, 2010 at 11:15 PM

I like the comp here Albert...... but a sad scene for me since I love birch trees and know how vunerable they are to snow and ice....... especially the small ones. Excellent B&W BTW.

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Comment posted by Vance Gese on January 14, 2010 at 11:24 PM

Love the curves Albert. Your composition really does give one a sense of the weight and strain that these trees are experiencing. Well done.

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Comment posted by Chris Chamberlain on January 15, 2010 at 12:50 AM

The arching branches bending under the weight of the frost is what I really like about this. And the fact that they are dragging in the snow. The upper right area isn't as appealing IMO. Maybe darkening the background just a little?

Chris

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Comment posted by John Williams on January 15, 2010 at 1:00 AM

I too love the arches, good eye. The snow covered branches are beautiful too. I also noticed what Chris commented on, and think his idea is a good one.

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Comment posted by Stan Rose on January 15, 2010 at 3:13 AM

I like it as is. I cant tell if its B&W or color, thats what makes it a cool shot!

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Comment posted by Lon Overacker on January 15, 2010 at 3:52 AM

Albert,

Definitely tells a story of stress that the trees take during the winter - yet they still give and bend with grace. I like the receding pattern here of the birches in the heavy burden of winter.

Lon

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Comment posted by John&Patty Benway on January 15, 2010 at 6:54 AM

Beautifully composed winter scene and I really love the way it flows. Beautifully seen and presented Albert.
John

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Comment posted by Arnab Banerjee on January 15, 2010 at 9:16 AM

I like the story and presenation here..great image

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Comment posted by Robert Dayton on January 15, 2010 at 10:01 AM

A very pleasing winter scenic, Albert. I like th textures and lines.

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Comment posted by Ed Lowe on January 16, 2010 at 6:11 PM

I love the graceful lines of the ice laden birches, Albert. This is a beautifully captured winter scene.

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Comment posted by Pat Sampson on January 16, 2010 at 10:27 PM

Love the composition Albert. Also the detail. Beautiful image for my tastes.

Pat

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