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Gallery: LandscapePosted August 11, 2011581 views24 comments

Maroon Bells, Colorado

It's been a long time since my last photo post. Ugggh. Just haven't been out shooting at all. Hopefully, I'll have some new stuff here soon, but I just needed to post something. Got the itch, you know?

This is from 2007 when I shot with a 1DSmk1. The details just aren't there, but the soft light, low clouds and mist may just help to conceal the lack of crispness in the distant leaves. Yeah, this isn't a keeper in my opinion, but it caught my eye this morning for some unknown reason. Hope all is well with all of you great photogs on npn.

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24 comments

Comment posted by Philip Hodgkins on August 11, 2011 at 12:37 PM

A fine, moody look at this icon. Sometimes, details get in the way of a larger picture. This would be a keeper in my portfolio, if only as a reminder to go back for another try and another look.

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Comment posted by Andreas Resch on August 11, 2011 at 1:21 PM

Lovely light and mood, Jimmy - very Bierstadt-esque.

Registered on November 14, 2007, 322 Posts, 6101 Comments

Comment posted by Art Escobado on August 11, 2011 at 3:13 PM

As wild flower season comes to an end the count down begins to CO Fall color!!! This totally amps me up for the Bells. nice shot.

Registered on January 7, 2007, 0 Posts, 775 Comments

Comment posted by dean hebert on August 11, 2011 at 4:11 PM

If you're not keeping it, can I have it?

I like how the clouds add a softness to this photo.

Registered on August 4, 2010, 70 Posts, 1132 Comments

Comment posted by Jake Case on August 11, 2011 at 4:20 PM

I think this is a rather unique shot for this location, the clouds concealing the Bells almost make them unrecognizable. Lots of drama in there...I think it's a keeper! My only qualm is the bit of cyan in the upper left corner...otherwise I think this is incredibly sweet

Registered on December 13, 2010, 38 Posts, 167 Comments

Comment posted by Nick Bristol on August 11, 2011 at 5:11 PM

I think this is quite nice Jimmy. I really like the light and this has a wonderful moody feel.

Nick Bristol
Lone Rock, WI

Registered on February 1, 2004, 752 Posts, 14140 Comments

Comment posted by Harley Goldman on August 11, 2011 at 5:24 PM

JG, I think this is absolute crap! Send me the master file and I will properly dispose of it for you.

Cool mood image and a nice different look from that icon spot. I think I am with Jake about the bright sky area on the left, kind of drains the mood just a touch, but that is nitty. Strikes me as a good addition your your portfolio.

Registered on November 19, 2003, 586 Posts, 11271 Comments

Comment posted by Abdullaziz Bin Ali on August 11, 2011 at 7:29 PM

Jimmy, glad t see you again

the fog or clouds on the surface of the water look awesome
they give the scene some drama
excellent

Registered on May 31, 2009, 112 Posts, 1590 Comments

Comment posted by Brian Schrayer on August 11, 2011 at 8:22 PM

Well if you don't want it I'll take it off your hands!!

Granted it is not as strong as many of the photos in your portfolio but it is a unique take on the Bells. I like the mystery here with the hint of light on the Sleeping Sexton. The autumn colors add even more to this.

Registered on May 28, 2004, 114 Posts, 2890 Comments

Comment posted by Richard Teller on August 11, 2011 at 8:30 PM

I really like the mood created in this image. I think it is a keeper for sure. It draws me in. Sometimes the images that we think are not so technically perfect have the moody feeling that draw people in. Fine image.

Registered on August 23, 2010, 1162 Posts, 6692 Comments

Comment posted by Joseph Campisi on August 11, 2011 at 8:55 PM

I think the Maroon Bells and Mt. Shuksan run neck and neck for the title of "Most Photographed Mountain Scene In The World".
It's refreshing to see something special and different from places like this. I think you succeeded beautifully Jimmy!

The fog adds a sense of mystery you don't often see from this location, and the softness actually adds to the shot, IMO. I agree with Andreas, very Bierstadt-esque for sure. A keeper in my opinion!

Registered on November 24, 2008, 304 Posts, 3211 Comments

Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on August 11, 2011 at 10:03 PM

Very special light, Jimmy, and detail and sharpness don't seem all that important with this great comp and light.

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Comment posted by Jimmy Gekas on August 12, 2011 at 12:55 AM

Here's a reduced cyan version. Thanks for the feedback. This may look ok on a canvas after all.

Registered on July 26, 2007, 244 Posts, 2807 Comments

Comment posted by John Launstein on August 12, 2011 at 1:59 AM

Jimmy - Gotta agree with all the others here - this is definitely a keeper IMO. Great mood and light, nice comp, wonderful overall feel.

Registered on April 5, 2011, 223 Posts, 1193 Comments

Comment posted by David Edwards on August 12, 2011 at 3:15 AM

Beautiful shot, Jimmy. Love the misty atmosphere creating lots of mystery and mood.

Registered on December 6, 2008, 142 Posts, 2623 Comments

Comment posted by Dean Sauskojus on August 12, 2011 at 3:32 AM

Hey Jimmy, it's nice to see something different from here. I think I like the first better but it's just a matter of opinion. Very moody shot with a great reflection. Would look great on canvas to project an artistic look. Nice work!

Registered on September 29, 2009, 137 Posts, 2659 Comments

Comment posted by Cory Freeman on August 12, 2011 at 10:23 AM

a very nice image full of moodiness

Registered on December 16, 2003, 107 Posts, 1341 Comments

Comment posted by Stan Rose on August 12, 2011 at 12:12 PM

Cool! The fog is awesome. I have a few shots of the Bells in the fog, and they're among my favorites, but for whatever reason they don,t seem particularly popular with the 'crowd'--maybe as photographers we tend to appreciate these moody scenes more.

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Comment posted by Rick Lundh on August 12, 2011 at 1:30 PM

Phenomenal and painterly... LOVE IT! Maybe my fav image from this local...

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Comment posted by Ian Cameron on August 12, 2011 at 5:12 PM

The Maroon Bells beautifully and delicately photographed - very appealing.

Registered on August 6, 2004, 1125 Posts, 3318 Comments

Comment posted by Chris Chamberlain on August 12, 2011 at 10:05 PM

Yeah, that sucks, you might want to push delete!

I think you must have been being overly critical again. This is actually very nice. Maybe the flaws are not visible here at this size? Anyway, with the fog and all, details might not be as important. It sure has mood, and visual impact!

Chris

Registered on March 13, 2007, 500 Posts, 8365 Comments

Comment posted by Phillip Noll on August 13, 2011 at 1:11 PM

It may be an icon but you rarely see it in these conditions! Wonderful light and mists! Perhaps a slight CW rotation?

Registered on November 17, 2003, 207 Posts, 1083 Comments

Comment posted by Jared Ropelato on August 13, 2011 at 5:47 PM

really nice work here. Love the shadow line in the reflection which leads me in. Nice

Registered on March 1, 2011, 25 Posts, 204 Comments

Comment posted by Lucy Aron on August 15, 2011 at 4:57 PM

I think the soft focus is the key to the magic of this shot. Everything just seems to melt into one another like a dreamy unified landscape.

lucy

Registered on February 25, 2011, 189 Posts, 1160 Comments