Listen To The Wind

Gallery: FloraPosted July 23, 2011526 views20 comments

FLORA THEME - TREES
Sony A100
Minolta 20mm
ISO 200, 1/30 @ f11, CPL

Thought I would kick off the theme week with an old tree and several new ones. This is one of my all time favorite subjects in Rocky Mountain National Park. I make it a point to visit this old guy every time we visit and have a number of shots in different light and conditions. It is also one of my very favorite places on the planet. I've spent many predawn hours and evenings up on this ridge line just listening to and watching the wind. All comments welcome. >=))>

Comments

20 comments

Comment posted by William Brozy on July 23, 2011 at 4:58 PM

Love it Bill! Looks like something out of Guy's portfolio, great colors, nice comp..... it all humming wonderfully.

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Comment posted by Pat Sampson on July 23, 2011 at 5:02 PM

This one sings Bill.

pat

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Comment posted by Charlie Baugh on July 23, 2011 at 7:16 PM

The tree is beautiful and colors so rich. I enjoy hearing about folks that love secluded nature, wherever. Your a man after my own heart.

Charlie

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Comment posted by Gary Yeoh on July 23, 2011 at 7:54 PM

Boy this is a very beautiful image. Really like this

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Comment posted by scott lanz on July 23, 2011 at 9:16 PM

Excellent intro to the theme. Beautiful backdrop including the great sky.

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Comment posted by John Kerr on July 23, 2011 at 9:52 PM

Wonderful Bill, this shot puts me right on that ridge as well. The rugged tree and the clouds tell a story of a unforgiving environment at times. Well done.

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Comment posted by Morris McClung on July 24, 2011 at 9:37 AM

Ah yes, Windy Ridge. Such marvelous views both ways here. This is even worth a hike up from Rainbow Curve in winter. This image is just about perfect in every way. Great comp and spot on processing.

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Comment posted by denise ippolito on July 24, 2011 at 11:15 AM

Bill, That is a beautiful scene. the tree is interesting and the background lovely.

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Comment posted by Paul Duval on July 24, 2011 at 11:42 AM

Bill,

No penalty flag on this one

I can see why you like this spot, it's stellar and the subject is so photogenic, and you know it will be there when you return. Sweet

When I saw the thumb I thought this was the bristle cones.

Paul

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Comment posted by Peter Richter on July 24, 2011 at 4:56 PM

Bill, especially the large version with the tangible details is stunning for me. I enjoy exploring the amazing texture of this tree. The way you contrast it to the sky makes it a symbol of steadiness, maybe even eternity to me. Thanks for sharing.

Peter

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Comment posted by Bob&Charly Nelson on July 24, 2011 at 5:24 PM

What a wonderful composition Bill, and captured with class. Superb.
Bob

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Comment posted by Giuseppe Guadagno on July 24, 2011 at 5:27 PM

Only beautiful Bill. I think that I have already seen this gay. Splendid.
Cheers.

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Comment posted by David W. Kelly on July 24, 2011 at 6:48 PM

Outstanding Bill and bet this would look great as a BW as well.

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Comment posted by Nancy Lea Sandy on July 24, 2011 at 7:51 PM

Old and bold. It makes me lonesome for my own high ridges and singing winds. I love images that touch my heart. Thanks for sharing

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Comment posted by Peter Conway on July 24, 2011 at 10:01 PM

WOW. This captures the romance there. I could spend time there, given the chance.

Peter

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Comment posted by Ian Wolfenden on July 25, 2011 at 3:45 AM

A splendid subject and a powerful image, Bill ! The lighting and the tones in the tree and the rocky landscape are subtle and captivating. A marvellous image to set up the theme.

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Comment posted by Patricia Brundage on July 25, 2011 at 7:22 AM

Awe inspiring Bill. Certainly can understand your attraction to the scene. What character this tree has and I just wonder what stories it could tell.

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Comment posted by Krunal Janani on July 25, 2011 at 9:07 AM

Very nice natural looking colours on this Bill
& the clouds are something to die for

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Comment posted by Mark Seaver on July 26, 2011 at 6:21 AM

This is a great shot. The larger version offers so much more detail in the tree and other foreground elements. I really like how you've matched the bent trunk with the cloud deck. It looks like a spot I'd love.

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Comment posted by Albert Darmo on July 26, 2011 at 1:17 PM

Hi Bill

Awesome!!

Albert Darmo

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