Capitol Gorge Layers

Gallery: LandscapePosted September 24, 2017169 views9 comments

Here's another from Cap Reef in 2014, shot in a more open area of the gorge. We all know that landscape at mid-day is problematic, but can be more forgiving with canyon surroundings. I was attracted to the bright greens against the varnished wall as the sun briefly came out for a couple of frames. It was breezy and I lost some detail in the foliage but didn't bother to do any sharpening in post. Slight crop to eliminate a bit of the roadway.

E-5 ZD14-54 (19 mm) tripod. ISO 100 1/20 f8 0.0EV

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9 comments

Comment posted by Eva McDermott on September 24, 2017 at 9:23 PM

Nice layers and contrasting colors Bill.

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Comment posted by Harley Goldman on September 24, 2017 at 10:31 PM

The various shades of green really pop nicely against the red rock. It layers quite well. Nice take on that canyon.

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Comment posted by Mattia Oliviero on September 25, 2017 at 9:03 AM

Love the colors and the layering structure, Bill. I like this kind of image because I enjoy exploring every little details and shapes. Maybe the green is too bright? Just a minor issue. Very nice image!

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Comment posted by Preston Birdwell on September 25, 2017 at 5:58 PM

I love the layers of differing green hue leading into the warm reds of the canyon wall. You did good job handling the challenging light.
--P

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on September 25, 2017 at 6:47 PM

Bill, This is a nice image and I like how you composed it. I think the foreground is just a bit bright and that it would have more impact if it was toned down a little. The color is probably ok but less exposure and highlights might be worth a try. cool

Nick Bristol
Lone Rock, WI.

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Comment posted by Dan Kearl on September 25, 2017 at 8:42 PM

As everyone mentions, this really pops, A 16X9 crop with almost thirds would look nice for me...

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Comment posted by Craig Moreau on September 26, 2017 at 9:53 AM

Bill, I like the composition here. I like the contrast between the trees and red rock, with the little bit of sage and grasses on the bottom, but I agree with those that have said the trees are just a bit too bright.

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Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on September 26, 2017 at 12:56 PM

I like the layers and colors. The greens seem a bit hot, but I'm sure it's hard to deal with them in this sunlit situation.

Tony

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Comment posted by Bill Leggett on September 26, 2017 at 10:07 PM

Appreciate the comments, gang. I wondered about the brightness too. I have another a little darker greens which works a little better.

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