Agricultural Landscapes
Jan 15, 2019 16:05:45 #
Jan 15, 2019 16:16:40 #
MattPhox wrote:
Thanks so much, Matt. Nice to have something to look forward to shooting when there's snow and fog Nice, interesting set. #3 and #4 are true visual delights.
Jan 15, 2019 16:56:38 #
Beautiful shots, Linda. Especially like the first with the twisted limbs and ladder. Just a thought, but I wonder what this one would look like with a cloudless blue sky. Would definitely not want the job of changing out the sky though. 
Jan 15, 2019 17:18:00 #
Dixiegirl wrote:
HA, and before I read your last sentence I was hoping you had offered to do the replacement! Something to work on when I feel up to a challenge, for sure. Or maybe I should drive past there again in a couple of months if weather cooperates Beautiful shots, Linda. Especially like the first with the twisted limbs and ladder. Just a thought, but I wonder what this one would look like with a cloudless blue sky. Would definitely not want the job of changing out the sky though.
Thanks so much for checking in, Donna!
Jan 15, 2019 18:06:04 #
Interesting photographs well taken. Love the first, waiting for Frodo to walk by. 
Jan 16, 2019 00:19:48 #
Very interesting orchard images. I think that must be pear trees in the first one. Not sure. Odd trees.
The development of dwarfing root stocks is what allowed high density orchards, and that has revolutionized the industry over the last 20 years or so. The root stock controls the growth characteristics of the tree, while the upper part of the tree, grafted to the root stock, determines the quality of the fruit. Trees come into bearing in 2-3 years rather than 6-15 years, the yield per acre is much greater, and harvesting is more efficient with dwarf trees. The trellis work, stakes, poles and wires are necessary because the trees start bearing heavy loads of fruit before they are strong enough to support the weight of the fruit. Dwarfing trees have allowed the rapid introduction of new varieties to the market, notably Pink Lady, Braeburn, Fuji and Honeycrisp in recent years.
Mike
The development of dwarfing root stocks is what allowed high density orchards, and that has revolutionized the industry over the last 20 years or so. The root stock controls the growth characteristics of the tree, while the upper part of the tree, grafted to the root stock, determines the quality of the fruit. Trees come into bearing in 2-3 years rather than 6-15 years, the yield per acre is much greater, and harvesting is more efficient with dwarf trees. The trellis work, stakes, poles and wires are necessary because the trees start bearing heavy loads of fruit before they are strong enough to support the weight of the fruit. Dwarfing trees have allowed the rapid introduction of new varieties to the market, notably Pink Lady, Braeburn, Fuji and Honeycrisp in recent years.
Mike
Jan 16, 2019 06:30:53 #
I like them all Linda, but #1 and #2 are special. With #1, you could try lowering the saturation of the grass and sky as well as the main subject, leaving a little colour in all, and bringing in a touch of HDR look. Then split tone it for effect. Just a suggestion of course. Before you tell me to get on with it, remember I don’t play with other folks pics!😊 In #2, the dark foreground works well despite hiding whatever is there - it makes the trellis appear to be floating, which I’m guessing was your exact intention. Really nice.
Jan 16, 2019 08:06:05 #
Nice ones, Linda. About all we see of orchards around here now all look like the first shot.
Jan 16, 2019 08:06:49 #
Bmac wrote:
Thanks!Interesting photographs well taken. Love the first, waiting for Frodo to walk by.
Jan 16, 2019 08:08:06 #
Blenheim Orange wrote:
Thank you for the information, Mike. I've gotten over my disappointment that is is a different kind of photo op than "our grandparents' apple trees" Very interesting orchard images. I think that mus... (show quote)
Jan 16, 2019 08:10:40 #
magnetoman wrote:
Thank you, Dave! I tried split toning once; I don't think PS Elements has quite the ability/agility of PS in that area, but need to spend more time studying. So glad you like #2! The foreground was in shadow, so with my attraction to dramatic light, I just took it further. Hadn't thought specifically of floating, but I knew I wanted it to be different enough from the "norm" to catch people's attention. Appreciate your feedback very much.I like them all Linda, but #1 and #2 are special. ... (show quote)
Jan 16, 2019 08:11:44 #
jaymatt wrote:
Thanks for taking a look, John. No doubt your views will change to subdivisions soon enough, eh?Nice ones, Linda. About all we see of orchards around here now all look like the first shot.
Jan 16, 2019 11:55:24 #
I love gnarly. Did you feature the ladder in other compositions? You must have.
Jan 16, 2019 12:01:51 #
fergmark wrote:
No, I didn't because I couldn't get closer: no trespassing signs and cable across the entry, and from other angles at roadside, the ladder was obscured by trees. I'm gonna check the location again in March or April. Stay tuned I love gnarly. Did you feature the ladder in other compositions? You must have.
Thanks for commenting, Mark!Jan 16, 2019 12:29:51 #
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