Icy Moons

Gallery: LandscapePosted September 14, 2011216 views19 comments

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This section of ice reminded me of an area of the Kuiper Belt. Icy Dwarfs suspended in the farthest reaches of our galaxy. I fought the dying light of day but managed to capture a few images before the darkness crept in. The textures and shapes were just too good to pass up here.

I kept the exposure dark and further processed to convey the feeling of space. I also liked how the outer edges resemble that of a starfield. A little different but thats what I like.

Thanks for your time and comments as always.

Canon 40D
28-135

Comments

19 comments

Comment posted by Floris van Breugel on September 14, 2011 at 7:55 PM

Incredible! The simplicity is inspiring in this ice shot. I like the vignette, too.

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Comment posted by Stan Rose on September 14, 2011 at 8:29 PM

I like it...feels kind of empty to me, but i suppose that's part of the point. How about leaving the bubbles in color and have everything else in B&W

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Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on September 14, 2011 at 9:31 PM

Oh yeah, Kuiper belt. I have one of those . . . but I spell it a little different.

The 3D quality to this is quite amazing. Really does feel other worldly.

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Comment posted by Morris McClung on September 14, 2011 at 9:41 PM

I continue to enjoy immensely your eye, vision, and art.

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Comment posted by Rudy Ruberti on September 14, 2011 at 10:51 PM

The bubbles do seem to be suspended above the ice. Very cool.

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Comment posted by Chris Chamberlain on September 15, 2011 at 1:37 AM

I hope you at least have to go to several different ponds to find all thes amazing ice abstracts!!!!! Your's are among the best, if not the best out there. Now, if Floris likes the vignette, than you better not touch it!

But for me, I like it too, just maybe a little less heavy. Nice!

Chris

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Comment posted by Dorin Bofan on September 15, 2011 at 3:38 AM

Great vision as always, Anthony. Your associations between the miniature ice environments and the infinite space are so engaging and inspiring. Superb!

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Comment posted by Eva McDermott on September 15, 2011 at 4:18 AM

Very cosmic Anthony though it could also be sub atomic particle. I like the contrast and originality.

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Comment posted by Matt Anderson on September 15, 2011 at 7:15 AM

The vignette is a lil' strong for me, but the rest is quite nice.
Is it upside down ?

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Comment posted by Anthony Vincent on September 15, 2011 at 8:19 AM

Thanks everyone.
Stan- I know you were reaching for your super critical oversized sombrero but decided to leave it off, thanks

Tony- Too funny, I always spell it your way by habit
Thanks Morris and Chris
Dorin- I really appreciate your fascination with me in this, much thanks
Matt-- No its straight up. I haven't altered the perspective but approached comp on a 45 compared to a straight down view.
Thanks

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Comment posted by Kevin Trinkner on September 15, 2011 at 8:38 AM

I'm always impressed with your vision Anthony, and this image screams your work, knew it was yours before even seeing who posted it. I really like the way you've presented this, and your description of how you envisioned it.

Excellent work!

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Comment posted by Joseph Kayne on September 15, 2011 at 10:28 AM

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Comment posted by Guy Tal on September 15, 2011 at 11:39 AM

Moody and mysterious. Absolutely wonderful to view.

Guy

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Comment posted by Aaron Feinberg on September 15, 2011 at 2:56 PM

Pretty sweet abstract. Love bubbles in ice. Might suggest less vig and go square for that real 'fine art' feel. Nice work

aF

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Comment posted by Justin Reznick on September 15, 2011 at 4:59 PM

Another fantastic ice abstract. Great title and description as well. I'm getting more out of the image with your added explanation.

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Comment posted by Paul Marcellini on September 15, 2011 at 5:08 PM

Really has a lot more depth when you look and imagine. Very nice work Anthony! I'm diggin it.

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on September 16, 2011 at 9:53 AM

Awesome! Wonderful work and vision Anthony.

Nick Bristol
Lone Rock, WI

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Comment posted by Jimmy Gekas on September 16, 2011 at 4:00 PM

Fascinating! I love the abstract qualities and the b/w tint/tone.

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Comment posted by Gary McGhee on September 17, 2011 at 1:54 PM

Absolutely love this Anthony, the outer edges do look like a star field. Photographs like these do inspire me.

Cheers, Gary.

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