A simple study in sunlight, shadow, and texture
Aug 31, 2017 00:40:10 #
OK, I know that boards in a wooden fence are not the most popular of subjects, like beautiful sunrises/sunsets or breath taking landscapes. But when I noticed how the early evening sun was highlighting the texture in the boards in this fence, I thought this could be an opportunity for some interesting shots, focusing on the texture in the wood. My first attempt, when hand holding the camera, was less than successful. When viewing the photos on the computer screen, there clear evidence of camera shake. So I came back the next evening with my camera securely mounted on a nice sturdy tripod. The difference was immediately obvious. I had only about a 10 minute window of time for shooting these, as it was only during these few minutes that the sunlight/shadow effect was most visible. These are best viewed in download, and if you click to enlarge after downloading, the textures are most obvious. Comments are welcome, and I hope you enjoy.
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#3 This was my final shot. Within 3 or 4 minutes after this, the area was fully in shade.
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Aug 31, 2017 03:01:55 #
Aug 31, 2017 03:33:55 #
Aug 31, 2017 03:35:47 #
It's not as popular, as a sunset your right, but everyone can see the sunset and the sunrise,
We have a saying for that
Can't see the forest, through the trees
Thank you for noticing such a beautiful opportunity, that most of us would just pass on by without a second thought !!
I really enjoyed these photos and I will be keeping a closer eye on everyday objects like this from now on!!
We have a saying for that
Can't see the forest, through the trees
Thank you for noticing such a beautiful opportunity, that most of us would just pass on by without a second thought !!
I really enjoyed these photos and I will be keeping a closer eye on everyday objects like this from now on!!
Aug 31, 2017 06:26:30 #
Very appealing, Tom. The color is so rich and warm and the texture adds dimension.
Aug 31, 2017 10:29:03 #
Aug 31, 2017 11:46:01 #
Tikva
Loc: Waukesha, WI
Fascinating photos. You have a good eye for what I would call unusual shots. Most people would not have seen the textures that you saw. Good work.
Aug 31, 2017 14:52:22 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Very nice. That could be a view from a plane.
Thank you very much Jerry for taking a look. Yes, photographs like these, especially when enlarged, can take on the appearance of something entirely different.
Aug 31, 2017 14:55:06 #
angler wrote:
Nice work Tom the lighting really does work artistically.
Thank you so much Jim for looking in and commenting. I think these images show that even something as mundane as boards in a fence can provide some unusual images when the light strikes them at just the right angle.
Aug 31, 2017 14:59:52 #
JEEPER wrote:
It's not as popular, as a sunset your right, but everyone can see the sunset and the sunrise,
We have a saying for that
Can't see the forest, through the trees
Thank you for noticing such a beautiful opportunity, that most of us would just pass on by without a second thought !!
I really enjoyed these photos and I will be keeping a closer eye on everyday objects like this from now on!!
We have a saying for that
Can't see the forest, through the trees
Thank you for noticing such a beautiful opportunity, that most of us would just pass on by without a second thought !!
I really enjoyed these photos and I will be keeping a closer eye on everyday objects like this from now on!!
Thank you very much JEEPER for looking in and commenting. I do try to be aware of photo opportunities, even in the smallest and most obscure places, and sometimes it pays off. I'm glad to know that this may help you to keep your eyes open for more opportunities like this.
Aug 31, 2017 15:04:05 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
Very appealing, Tom. The color is so rich and warm and the texture adds dimension.
Thank you very much Carol for taking a look and commenting. I think these images just illustrate once again the importance of the quality and direction of light and how it can affect a subject, even one as ordinary as boards in a fence.
Aug 31, 2017 15:05:28 #
d3200prime wrote:
A good photographer are you. Nice texture shots.
Thank you very much for looking in and commenting. I appreciate it.
Aug 31, 2017 15:10:44 #
Tikva wrote:
Fascinating photos. You have a good eye for what I would call unusual shots. Most people would not have seen the textures that you saw. Good work.
Thank you very much Tikva for taking a look and for your comments. I just try to keep my eyes open and be aware of things that would often be overlooked. I'm sure I have also missed some good photo ops, but have also been successful with a few.
Aug 31, 2017 17:31:06 #
The rich colours, texture and light are beautiful Tom, excellent set. 
Aug 31, 2017 19:05:42 #
Sylvias wrote:
The rich colours, texture and light are beautiful Tom, excellent set.
Thank you very much Sylvia for looking in and for your comments. Glad you liked them, and I appreciate it.
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