Stained Illumination
Jan 27, 2017 22:01:08 #
Jan 28, 2017 05:50:23 #
rmalarz wrote:
Interesting challenge
Now there is a study in tonality. You have everything from bright highlights to complete black and it all works to produce a subtle and very engaging photograph. I noticed that the line between the sidewalk and the wall is just a bit tilted. You might have done this intentionally. If so, can you tell us what made you go that direction? I mention this not to be picky or obnoxious; but as I scrolled through this image to view the bottom (the whole thing did not fit on my monitor at first), that line jumped out at me.
Overall, I think this image is very appealing. Putting the vent in the middle of the composition absolutely works here. I really like this image. I really like the way you represented the various tones. Well done.
Erich
Jan 28, 2017 08:07:10 #
Frank2013
Loc: San Antonio, TX. & Milwaukee, WI.
Don't for a minute believe it was a challenge for you Bob.....interesting maybe, well done.
Jan 28, 2017 09:43:22 #
Erich, the walkway at this particular location is sloped a bit. The real issue was the louvers in the light fixture. I wanted to keep those horizontal. They were not parallel to the walkway. The reason for choosing this particular light, of the many that line the walkway, was the stain and crack in the wall underneath the fixture. This was the only light that had that particular feature. Thanks for looking and commenting.
--Bob
--Bob
ebrunner wrote:
Now there is a study in tonality. You have everyth... (show quote)
Jan 28, 2017 09:47:30 #
Frank, I've walked this pathway numerous times. There are quite a few of these lights illuminating the walkway. A few days ago I thought, that would make for an interesting photo based only on the range of illumination. Then, I had to choose which of the lights would make for the best subject. As I mentioned to Erich, the one with the crack in the wall and stain would be it. Thanks for your comment.
--Bob
--Bob
Frank2013 wrote:
Don't for a minute believe it was a challenge for you Bob.....interesting maybe, well done.
Jan 28, 2017 10:53:33 #
rmalarz wrote:
Erich, the walkway at this particular location is sloped a bit. The real issue was the louvers in the light fixture. I wanted to keep those horizontal. They were not parallel to the walkway. The reason for choosing this particular light, of the many that line the walkway, was the stain and crack in the wall underneath the fixture. This was the only light that had that particular feature. Thanks for looking and commenting.
--Bob
--Bob
I figured there was an explanation. I had not done my homework to realize that the louvers are, as posted, level and would not be if you tilted the sidewalk. Now, if we could get mother nature to explore the possibilities of right angles so that our architecture fits squarely in her framework......uh, on second thought, I don't think anyone really wants that. lol
Erich
Jan 28, 2017 12:57:03 #
rmalarz wrote:
Interesting challenge
Nice work! Great study in light shadow and texture.
Love the title!
Jan 28, 2017 15:39:52 #
Jan 28, 2017 20:14:56 #
Thank you very much, Frank. I appreciate your confidence in my photographic skills and the compliment.
--Bob
--Bob
Frank2013 wrote:
Don't for a minute believe it was a challenge for you Bob.....interesting maybe, well done.
Jan 28, 2017 20:16:31 #
Jan 30, 2017 10:18:36 #
rmalarz wrote:
Interesting challenge
Interesting, indeed...and more-so with continued viewing. Skillful exposure captured great tonal spectrum permitting appreciation of far more discernible detail and greater depth of the scene than perceived at first glance!
A number of object lessons rolled into one!
Dave
Jan 30, 2017 10:46:35 #
Nicely done.
I always keep a look out for stuff like this - common, rather mundane objects presented in a new, oftentimes dramatic light which brings attention to its form and shape.
I always keep a look out for stuff like this - common, rather mundane objects presented in a new, oftentimes dramatic light which brings attention to its form and shape.
Jan 30, 2017 16:11:59 #
Uuglypher wrote:
Interesting, indeed...and more-so with continued viewing. Skillful exposure captured great tonal spectrum permitting appreciation of far more discernible detail and greater depth of the scene than perceived at first glance!
A number of object lessons rolled into one!
Dave
A number of object lessons rolled into one!
Dave
That's why they call him Professor Tonemaster. :)
Jan 30, 2017 20:22:06 #
Thanks, Dave. It was a great exercise to work at capturing the entire range. Also, a couple of experiments rolled into one photo. I appreciate the kind words.
--Bob
--Bob
Uuglypher wrote:
Interesting, indeed...and more-so with continued viewing. Skillful exposure captured great tonal spectrum permitting appreciation of far more discernible detail and greater depth of the scene than perceived at first glance!
A number of object lessons rolled into one!
Dave
A number of object lessons rolled into one!
Dave
Jan 30, 2017 20:22:22 #
Thanks, Jerry.
JD750 wrote:
That's why they call him Professor Tonemaster. :)
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