Snow, trees, and shadows in B&W: This was taken on Thursday in Central Park after New York City's first snowstorm of the year. I usually like taking pictures of snow, but for whatever...

allanj Loc: New York City

This was taken on Thursday in Central Park after New York City's first snowstorm of the year. I usually like taking pictures of snow, but for whatever reason found it difficult to find interesting shots that day. I think I like this one, but interested in reactions of others. All comments and criticisms are welcome and appreciated. Thanks for looking.
Allan

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kpmac Loc: Ragley, La

The shadows make this an interesting shot.

Picture Taker Loc: Michigan Thumb

great shot.

NMGal Loc: NE NM

I like it.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

Love the rich tonal range and textures. A wonderful example of thinking outside the literal/documentary. Great impact for me!

PixelStan77 Loc: Vermont/Chicago

allanj wrote:

This was taken on Thursday in Central Park after New York City's first snowstorm of the year. I usually like taking pictures of snow, but for whatever reason found it difficult to find interesting shots that day. I think I like this one, but interested in reactions of others. All comments and criticisms are welcome and appreciated. Thanks for looking.
Allan

Allan, Outstanding Black and White Image of a snow storm. Great exposure and composition.

Ourspolair

Great capture. Snow is tough, but you managed to render it well, with little loss of detail. It is a bit blown out in the background between the trees, but the foreground and mid-ground are well-rendered, and only pixel-peepers would notice (but you did ask for comments...) Please stay safe over the holidays and keep on sharing.

allanj Loc: New York City

kpmac wrote:

The shadows make this an interesting shot.

No question the shadows are critical. Thanks for the response.

allanj Loc: New York City

Picture Taker wrote:

great shot.

Thanks for the generous comment.

allanj Loc: New York City

NMGal wrote:

I like it.

Thanks for commenting.

allanj Loc: New York City

Linda From Maine wrote:

Love the rich tonal range and textures. A wonderful example of thinking outside the literal/documentary. Great impact for me!

Linda, I appreciate your observation. You are always very generous in your comments.

allanj Loc: New York City

PixelStan77 wrote:

Allan, Outstanding Black and White Image of a snow storm. Great exposure and composition.

Thanks. I appreciate your taking the time to look at the photo and comment.

allanj Loc: New York City

Ourspolair wrote:

Great capture. Snow is tough, but you managed to render it well, with little loss of detail. It is a bit blown out in the background between the trees, but the foreground and mid-ground are well-rendered, and only pixel-peepers would notice (but you did ask for comments...) Please stay safe over the holidays and keep on sharing.

I did ask for comments and appreciate yours. Of course, you are right about the blown out area behind the trees. I should have paid attention to this, but did not. Thanks for your generous comments and the constructive criticism.

Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States

Neat shot!

UTMike Loc: South Jordan, UT

The shadows and textures make for an engaging shot!