Hyde's Mill in Winter

Gallery: Man & NaturePosted January 22, 2012463 views15 comments

I have photographed this old mill several times and I think I enjoy it most in the winter. It was built in 1850 and I'm glad that it is still in pretty good condition. I hope it last for that many more years too. This mill is in Iowa Co in S.W. WI and only about 20 miles from my home. This was made in the late afternoon light which seems to be the best time to make a picture there for me. I enjoyed the fresh snow and the warm late afternoon light.The larger version shows this much better.
5D2, 24-105 @50mm, iso 100, f/16, 0.3 sec with polarizer.

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15 comments

Comment posted by Nick Bristol on January 22, 2012 at 1:26 PM

Here is a picture of the old stone grinding wheels that are also at the mill. Thought you might enjoy seeing them as well. Thanks for looking. Nick

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Comment posted by Barbara Graham on January 22, 2012 at 3:26 PM

Wonderful light for this view and these colors. Even though it's in winter the light gave you a great richness here. I especially enjoy looking at the larger version.

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Comment posted by Cristina Strudthof on January 22, 2012 at 4:20 PM

Wonderful showcase of light on display. I think you gave the photo just enough time on the shutter to get a nice subtle blur to the water flow.

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Comment posted by Rob Graham on January 22, 2012 at 9:56 PM

Just by guessing what this would look like in summer, I think your winter version really brings a sense of peace to the scene. The snow adds just a little extra to the scene, and the late afternoon light looks great.

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Comment posted by Ian Cameron on January 23, 2012 at 5:09 AM

Nice Nick

I like it the warmth of the sun and the cool of ice works very well together.

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Comment posted by Gary McGhee on January 23, 2012 at 7:19 AM

Lovely old mill and location Nick, Great job.

Gary.

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Comment posted by Bill Caldwell on January 23, 2012 at 10:23 AM

I love the mood and old-world feel of this, but I wish that big white sign wasn't there on the side!

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on January 23, 2012 at 10:42 AM

Thanks much for your comments on this so far.
Bill, That would be nice if that sign wasn't there. I have always wished that too! This property is for sale and maybe the next owner will take the sign down. Just a smaller sign over by the stone wheels would work well I think. Thanks, Nick

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Comment posted by Bob&Charly Nelson on January 24, 2012 at 9:21 AM

Great seasonal composition and settings Nick. Well done and displayed.
Bob

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on January 25, 2012 at 7:13 PM

Thank you Bob! Nick

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Comment posted by Jeff Bushnell on February 2, 2012 at 5:54 PM

Really nice Nick. I love the colors and the stark peacefulness of the scene!

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on February 3, 2012 at 4:45 PM

Hi Jeff! Thanks very much. Glad you liked it. Nick

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Comment posted by Bruce King on February 4, 2012 at 6:36 PM

This is a nice shot perfectly processed. The soft light and especially the subtle shadows really set the mood. I'll bet the air smelled great.

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Comment posted by Phillip Noll on February 5, 2012 at 11:01 PM

Looks like a beautiful place and you've captured some very nice light here! I like your choice of shutter speed and the composition is perfect. I would love to see this in the fall! Good job!!

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on February 8, 2012 at 11:39 AM

Thanks so much guys! Appreciate your thoughts.

Nick

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