A Few Years Back

Gallery: LandscapePosted July 30, 2012266 views11 comments

Sorry for not being around much lately. Most of you should know by now, that summer is not really a good season for me. Busy at work, and lots of other stuff too. I have not been able to do anything with some new images I had a chance to capture a few weeks back. So, I'm reposting this freshly processed image from a few years back. It's Carson Peak, and the Eastern Sierra, high desert transition zone along the June Lake Loop. Probablty my favorite type of environment to be in.

Off to Nova Scotia for a visit with some family there tommorrow, so the hustle and bustle continues. I appreciate any thoughts you might have on this one. I'll try and get reacquainted with everyone when I return.

D200,
18-70mm,
GND,
1/10th sec, F/13
Thanks
Chris

Comments

11 comments

Comment posted by Bret Edge on July 30, 2012 at 11:16 PM

The tones, colors and textures throughout this image are amazing, Chris. I love the muted palette and the complex composition. Excellent work.

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Comment posted by Chad Merrell on July 30, 2012 at 11:20 PM

Loving this one. I want to spend a few days exploring on my horse.

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Comment posted by Eva McDermott on July 31, 2012 at 1:45 AM

I really like the earthly tones in the foreground Chris. Wonderful sky and mountain backdrop.

Nova Scotia? One of my favorite places. I have been going to Cape Breton (also been to other places in NS too) every fall since 2006 except last year when I went to Scotland. Going back this autumn. Can't wait.

Hope all is well Chris.

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Comment posted by Nancy Lea Sandy on July 31, 2012 at 9:25 AM

From the rabbit brush to the clouds, this holds true to color, light and feel. Excellent processing. Avery natural and beautiful image

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Comment posted by Harley Goldman on July 31, 2012 at 10:50 AM

Classic east side scene.

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on July 31, 2012 at 2:07 PM

Hi Chris! Nice seeing another post from you, and a nice one it is! I like the colors in this, add the textures and all the layers and it makes a beautiful scene! Hope you have a wonderful visit to Novia Scotia.

Nick Bristol
Lone Rock, WI

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Comment posted by Lon Overacker on July 31, 2012 at 4:01 PM

Chris,

A most beautiful landscape from the Eastern Sierra. I just absolutely love the rich color of the chaparral. I'm sure this looks wonderful in print. Thanks for posting and have a safe trip.

Lon

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Comment posted by Angela Classen on July 31, 2012 at 10:33 PM

I really like the earthy color palette punctuated by the blue peaks. Nice composition as well. Have safe travels!

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Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on July 31, 2012 at 11:19 PM

It's a very pretty scene, Chris. I like the subdued colors and the way they add prominence to the mountains.

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Comment posted by Dietrich Gloger on August 1, 2012 at 5:03 PM

just that bit of photography with Lon and Dietrich a few weeks ago. Nothing to get crazy about, I know...

Elegantly and subtly composed as it has become your style. This is probably the first image of yours that looks a tad HDR-ish for me. I know you are not into that, so it seems a by product of processing. Anyway, the comp. and feeling it conveys make this for me. Good work.
Look forward to more.

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Comment posted by Mat Malone on August 2, 2012 at 2:15 AM

Hey Chris, good to see you posting. Although I can't say I've been much better. I've done some shooting but no posting :)

Anyway this one is pretty nice. The details are great, and I agree that this really gives you the feel of the east side. Two nits though: I think this may have a bit too much contrast. Also, even though I like the layering, the bottom layer is a little "deep" relative to the other layers. For me it throws off the rhythm of the composition. Sorry that is really nitty, but your stuff standard is so high I will mention it

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