The lush, verdant Sonoran Desert
Apr 23, 2019 10:03:39 #
Apr 23, 2019 10:06:17 #
Keep trekking. Just go EARLY in the morning and watch for creepy-crawlies. A beautiful area, nicely done.
Apr 23, 2019 11:19:21 #
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Apr 23, 2019 16:41:48 #
SWFeral wrote:
And I'm not being facetious. To make my monthly v... (show quote)
Beautifully done...beautiful place.
Apr 23, 2019 19:25:38 #
Apr 23, 2019 21:15:07 #
Guyserman
Loc: Benton, AR
All very beautiful. I loved it when we visited the Sonoran Desert a couple years ago.
Apr 23, 2019 21:35:50 #
SWFeral
Loc: SWNM
rockdog wrote:
This is a beautiful set, makes me wish to be there! I very much appreciate the way you have used the background in these composition.
Thank you. I played around a lot when I took these photos, so I'm glad you liked the experiments.
Apr 23, 2019 21:38:54 #
SWFeral
Loc: SWNM
Dr.Nikon wrote:
Wow .. I hope you get out more often .. can’t wait to see the shots later when the temps cool ... I really enjoyed your variety of shots .., each one tells a story ..1) the scene .. 2) the photographer who kept hiking to get the shots ..., well done ..
Thank you kindly. I do intend to get out on those trails as much as possible. The great thing is it's about a five-minute drive from where my mother lives, so even in the summer if I got out early enough I could get a few shots in. But I have trouble telling myself when to quit, so maybe I'd be safer waiting till fall.
Apr 23, 2019 21:40:15 #
SWFeral
Loc: SWNM
Manglesphoto wrote:
A Fantastic set of images!!!!
I like #1 best of all!!!
I like #1 best of all!!!
Thanks. I'm partial to it too for its oddness. I appreciate your looking at my photos.
Apr 23, 2019 21:43:17 #
SWFeral
Loc: SWNM
Wanderer2 wrote:
Some really nice compositions. My own preference would be to have both the foreground cactus, or other plant, and the background mountain, in focus. For those scenes that would have to be done with focus stacking, aka focus merging. I've found it to be a wonderful tool and the only way to achieve complete front to back focus with some scenes. But that's strictly personal preference of course.
I have never done focus stacking, but I agree that the first shot with the saguaro arm would be a good one to play around with. One of these days I'll find that spot and try to get enough images to make that work. How many shots would I need?
Apr 23, 2019 21:43:48 #
Apr 23, 2019 21:46:30 #
SWFeral
Loc: SWNM
StevenG wrote:
Love these! A fantastic set of images!
Steve
Steve
Thank you, Steve. It's a fantastic place to make images.
Apr 23, 2019 21:48:20 #
SWFeral
Loc: SWNM
Cwilson341 wrote:
Wonderful, creative series. You took a wide expanse and turned it into beautiful landscapes and captivating close ups. The shots are well executed and well thought out.
This is high praise, and I value your words.
Apr 23, 2019 21:57:04 #
SWFeral
Loc: SWNM
MT native wrote:
Very enjoyable series. We went to the Saguaro National Park (east) this winter and enjoyed it very much.
It is truly a stunning area. And winter's a good time to visit.
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