Lonely Windmill

Gallery: Man & NaturePosted February 25, 201566 views6 comments

This was taken on the plains of Eastern Wyoming. It was dead still except for the frequent thunder from the approaching storm. I left it quite dark not only because this is how I remember it being, but I think it benefits the mood I was going for with this one. This was the edge of a massive thunderhead. This was awhile back, so I don't remember any of the shooting parameters. This is one of my first forays into black and white, so I would appreciate any comments on the quality of the conversion (done in photoshop cc) as well as the composition. Thanks.

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6 comments

Comment posted by John Tobias on February 25, 2015 at 10:02 PM

Good composition, the bright vane on the windmill draws your attention to it nicely. At first look I thought this would be western Kansas or eastern Colorado. I would like to see the color version.

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Comment posted by Richard Teller on February 25, 2015 at 11:00 PM

I think you have captured the feeling of a large storm coming across the open prairie very well. The wind pump adds interest and a point of focus to the image.

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Comment posted by Rick Turner on February 26, 2015 at 11:16 AM

I am a windmill nut and this is very well done.

I would suggest >dodge>highlights>20% and go over clouds just to see what it might bring out. As is

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Comment posted by Alberto Patiño on February 26, 2015 at 5:04 PM

I really like the simple composition and the light, just as they are. B&W suits the composition very well!

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Comment posted by D.A. Edwards on February 26, 2015 at 8:05 PM

Like it very much as is, Jim. It's a perfect subject for a conversion and you've done a fine job.

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Comment posted by Jim Hansen on March 5, 2015 at 9:34 PM

Thanks everyone for your thoughtful comments. Rick, I tried your suggestion but didn't seem to improve it. John, I don't think anyone would like the color version. I worked with the color many times and was never able to get it right. So, I was elated when I saw what B&W did with this. Thanks again. By the way, I moved the windmill about 10-15 feet to the right for better balance.

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