Majastic Cottonwood

Gallery: LandscapePosted March 1, 2012211 views4 comments

Cottonwods found in Fort Davis, Texas.

*Sony a 700, 16-80 Ziess f3.5 zoom shot at 105mm, f9.5 with ISO 200
*Manfrotto pro3 tripod, Flashpoint f3 ballhead
*Raw processed and converted to B&W in LR3
*Slight 20% crop in CS5

Comments

4 comments

Comment posted by Margaret Summers on March 1, 2012 at 5:36 PM

Now, this image definitely lends itself to B&W. It sparkles with what? - rain or snow or falling leaves. Pretty cool and interesting. I also like how the dark trunk stands out among the "sparkles".

Registered on May 24, 2011, 54 Posts, 99 Comments

Comment posted by John Mumaw on March 1, 2012 at 9:04 PM

A very interesting tree you found here. I disagree with Margaret, though. I find the preponderance of greys with few true black/white points makes for a 'muddy' presentation and therefore not a very successful b&w image.

Registered on September 9, 2005, 62 Posts, 2289 Comments

Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on March 1, 2012 at 9:06 PM

I like the nearly sensuous character of the trunk and limbs. The details and textures feel a bit busy here, but the black frame of the tree is what really holds my interest.

Registered on November 1, 2003, 364 Posts, 22328 Comments

Comment posted by Rick Turner on March 2, 2012 at 2:43 PM

Thanks for the pros and cons. This Cottonwood was part of the Fort Davis area where wildfires came through in April, 2011. Much of surrounding grasses and small trees were consumed. This is a strong back light coming through the tree so complete tonal range is not an option. Mother Nature with God's help has a way of re growth.

Registered on February 18, 2012, 534 Posts, 2755 Comments