Too soon for me to be judgemental on my first impression. It made me wonder if the effect was meant to be that strong, but I will be interested to see if you can present this effect again as you progress.
Very artful. Symbioticly creative. For me, there are two dark branches on the right tree that seem a bit distracting and unnecessary to the presentation.
It's like the salmon just changed direction to avoid two, but no escape from the outstretched necks. Great timing on this one, Beth.
I like people, conversation and new experiences. As a youngster from what was then a hick town, the Army stationed me in New York City. A repetitive lack of funds made me take advantage of a weekly free meal though a USO gathering place for military personnel (incl. pool, ping pong, and girls for dancing). The biggest lesson was that as much as I got to experience with pleasure, I don't like crowds. Being in a crowd, the D_ _ K comes out in me (get your head out of the gutter... DORK) which transitions as a primary reason I never joined a camera club. I can post on UHH for the people, conversation and learning, avoid the crowd I don't like and no one has to know who I am behind the D _ _K (again...DESK). The best part is that it is almost always positivity-driven. Posting here is akin to The Voice on tv - you don't need to know anything about the person, just appreciate the post and choose your level of engagement pleasure.
joecichjr wrote:
They're beauties, and that last one is an total vision of serenity 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍
Thank you, Joe. Wasn't my feeling at the moment taken, but post processing made me like it, too. Good to have you visit.
topcat wrote:
People have been taking that photo for years, That doesn't take away from it. It is a good photo, and it should be on your wall.
Thank you for a straightforward perspective. Much appreciated, topcat. Glad to have you stop in.
afsalvo wrote:
Very impressive capture. Thanks for posting this beauty.
Appreciate your visit, Tony. Good to hear you liked it. Thanks for the kind words.
The first year I ever planted them I did that. Couldn't believe how there was such a delicate but intricate process through the different stages of the season. Nice showing.
Congrats for the milestone. Interesting location.
Images look like they are very nice. Would like to see the download to appreciate your efforts even more.
Bubalola wrote:
Excellent B & W, Chance!
Much appreciated, Eugene. Thanks for visiting. Glad you liked it.
The reticence for closeness is justifiably understandable. Yet, every time a see these type of wild ones, it's equally engaging to be a bit mesmerized by the combination of physical elegance and agility. Splendid set of images.
kjfishman wrote:
I think you were channeling Ansel Adams. Superb work.
Very generous of you to say. Greatly appreciate receiving that kind of recognition, with the honest admission I don't claim to be on that level. Many thanks for taking the time to visit and let me know you liked it.