Inspiration

Gallery: LandscapePosted April 24, 2010247 views15 comments

Nature is an inspiration as well as the fine folks at NPN. This image is a tribute to "TK", which has been a big inspiration to my photography. Incorporating our own style is crucial these days but with talented artists here its a joy to share their passions. I have always been attracted to patterns, designs and the more intimate faces of nature. I could probably list pages of names from photographers here that are always inspiring to me. I thought this sandstone image was suiting in a valid credit to Tony Kuyper for all his help. His actions, disclosure methods, and images will always be an integral part of my workflow.

A tough composition for me though. A shot almost straight up a sandstone wall. I fought flare with my hat and struggled keeping the cheap barrel from veering from my chosen comp. Holding the barrel with one hand and positioning my hat from filtered light who was going to trip the shutter. Ahhh thanks wife.

Thanks again for your time and comments

Canon 40D
70mm
CPL
1.3 sec. @ f 14
iso 200

TK's lum masks, midtones, make it glow and masking at several stages of the image

Comments

15 comments

Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on April 24, 2010 at 9:34 PM

Thanks, Anthony. However, you always bring your own light to your images, and this is no exception. While I think you have an excellent eye for composition, part of making good pictures anymore is knowing how to develop the image from the RAW file. That takes a special eye too, and you definitely got it.

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Comment posted by Eva McDermott on April 24, 2010 at 10:19 PM

Ahhhhhh! Beautiful capture Anthony..... So much to look at here with wonderful luminosity and color. Call me crazy, but I see faces...... a bear, a seal..... almost dead center. Thanks for sharing.

Registered on January 4, 2009, 1015 Posts, 13229 Comments

Comment posted by Anthony Vincent on April 24, 2010 at 10:29 PM

Thanks Tony,
I completely agree and processing is a huge part of the development. I struggled early on (still do most times) as I worked on the raw files. I still have a ways to go in learning and tweaking my style but I do appreciate the encouragement. Its nice to have tools at your disposal and people to share new ideas with. Im not sure what percent is associated with capture and post-capture. Seems like its more of a 50/50 mix. I do enjoy the process from setting out onto the trail to developing in the digital darkroom. Thanks again for the help

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Comment posted by Dean Sauskojus on April 24, 2010 at 11:13 PM

Dittos to TK. Awesome shapes to this sandstone wall. Beautiful warm colors and defined textures. It raises ones curiosity and leaves a lot to the imagination. Nice work.

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Comment posted by Catherine Reilly on April 25, 2010 at 12:06 AM

Such an array of shapes and texture to study here. Definitely got the "glow" happening. I appreciate the intimate details in a landscape and like to make that kind of image, myself. This is good, Anthony.

And so many of us have good reason to thank TK for his generosity and expertise!

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Comment posted by Scott Smorra on April 25, 2010 at 12:56 AM

Sweet photo Anthony. I really like the composition and you did a great job with the "make it glow" action. Well done!

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Comment posted by Andreas Resch on April 25, 2010 at 2:11 AM

I have to agree that this one is composed very skillfully, Anthony. It doesn't always have to be great vistas to make an image shine. Nature has its surprises at any kind of magnifications.

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Comment posted by Vance Gese on April 25, 2010 at 2:29 AM

Outstanding image Anthony. The warm tones, the forms and textures of the rock, and your superb composition, all work tremendously well. Phenomenal work. A fitting tribute to Tony K. Agree with you wholeheartedly about his artistry and willingness to share his techniques. I certainly have benefitted greatly.

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Comment posted by Dietrich Gloger on April 25, 2010 at 3:28 AM

Excellent tribute to Tony's work. A highly interesting composition you have made here Anthony.

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Comment posted by Guy Tal on April 25, 2010 at 9:23 AM

Very interesting light and intimate composition. I can see the "TK inspiration" here applied beautifully to your own environment.

Guy

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Comment posted by Bill Dark on April 25, 2010 at 11:50 AM

Hey, that's what wives are for...right? I hope you're paying her well!

Beautiful composition and color, Anthony, and impeccable processing. Nice work.

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Comment posted by Morris McClung on April 25, 2010 at 3:32 PM

Your work makes for high praise for TK, which he deserves. There's no one less selfish than him on this forum. I just wish I knew enough to use his genius.

Care to come to Colorado for a little one on one time, TK?

Love the colors and forms in this one, Anthony. Very nice work.

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Comment posted by Doug Roane on April 25, 2010 at 5:25 PM

excellent Anthony. The comp just 'flows'

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Comment posted by Anil Rao on April 26, 2010 at 2:10 PM

Very lovely, Anthony. Both the composition and the presentation are excellent.

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Comment posted by Mark Shephard on April 28, 2010 at 2:30 AM

This is a fabulous image Anthony. I love the comp and the illumination of of the sandstone. Brilliant work!!

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