Oil field, Oman

Gallery: Man & FaunaPosted August 2, 2011256 views8 comments

Oil seems to be some sort of an icon for the environmental issues associated with our current lifestyle. Air, soil, water - all of them may be impacted by oil, as it is extracted, processed, transported, or burnt. My shot depicts an oil field in Oman, in the middle of the desert, where black pipelines criss-cross the almost white sands.

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Comment posted by Hank Pennington on August 2, 2011 at 3:45 PM

This is a very effective comp Basil, and nicely illustrates both the "process" of oil extraction and the various possibilities for pollution. The only thing missing is the water, but that's waiting at the nearest shoreline. Perfect timing on catching the trucks, too. And last but not least, what a great subject for black and white!

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Comment posted by SandyRichardsBrown on August 5, 2011 at 2:55 PM

The B&W treatment here works well.
Great perspective, showing many elements of oil production.
Very nice image!
Sandy

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Comment posted by Stan Rose on August 8, 2011 at 8:26 PM

B&W is an excellent choice here. Looks pretty gloomy. Good shot and story!

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Comment posted by SandyRichardsBrown on August 9, 2011 at 10:11 PM

Congrats on the WP!
Sandy

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Comment posted by Barbara Graham on August 9, 2011 at 11:57 PM

Perfect for B&W. Congratulations on the WP!

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Comment posted by Steve Kennedy on August 10, 2011 at 12:42 AM

The B&W adds to the very stark statement your image makes. Excellent comp and timing. Congratulations on the well earned WP too!

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Comment posted by Basil Greber on August 10, 2011 at 3:17 AM

Thanks for your comments!

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Comment posted by Catherine Reilly on August 10, 2011 at 2:21 PM

An ugly scene beautifully captured. Congrats.

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