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Softly Falling
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Softly Falling

by Stuart Williams

Gallery: LandscapePosted May 12, 2011846 views8 comments
First, please look at the L A R G E R version

as with the previous image (thanks for all comments and thoughts on that), another one from the drakensberg in south africa. in the steep valleys are thick patches of forest; under those dense canopies are streams with many waterfalls. This is but one of many of these cascades. I have tried to maintain the sombre light with the wet rocks catching the glimpses of light from far overhead. Always happy to hear your thoughts. Thanks.

Mamiya 7ii, 43mm, delta 100 b&w film, no filters, ~2secs.

Comments

8 comments
Comment posted by Cory Freeman on May 12, 2011 at 9:07 AM
really nice stuart! I think you succeeded in capturing that light you were hoping to. You could probably bring up the highlights just a tad, subjective of course. nice work.
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Comment posted by Dietrich Gloger on May 12, 2011 at 12:25 PM
Love your bw work Stuart! I have been following it here - you always have something interesting and engaging to say with your images. The light coming from the top is a big asset. Excellent!
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Comment posted by Wayne Willison on May 12, 2011 at 4:21 PM
I like this a lot, Stuart. Has the mystique and solitude of a secret place.
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Comment posted by Eva McDermott on May 12, 2011 at 6:26 PM
The large version is exquisite Stuart. Looks like a very moody and mysterious place.
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Comment posted by Nancy Lea Sandy on May 12, 2011 at 8:15 PM
Thanks for directing me to the large version. It's wonderful. You've done a great job capturing the light and mood of this place. Beautiful textures in the rocks.
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Comment posted by Anil Rao on May 13, 2011 at 12:05 PM
Absolutely gorgeous. Seeing this picture has really made my day.
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Comment posted by Vance Gese on May 13, 2011 at 1:27 PM
Love the luminance of the water and reflections on the rocks that contrasts so well with the nice shadows. Outstanding Stuart. Your black and white work is superb.
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Comment posted by David Edwards on May 14, 2011 at 12:26 AM
Beautiful work, Stuart. I like the thin streams of water glowing in the soft light. Lovely toning as well.
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