1st Snow - Lonesome Lake [Protection]
Uploaded: December 17, 2008 03:49:52
I hunkered down under a bush alongside Lonesome Lake for about 3 hours, hoping the area's 1st snow storm would partially clear above the peaks of Franconia Ridge. It was very cold and windy, and the small bushes provided a little protection. I had hoped a moose would pass in front of me, but no luck. A break in the clouds lit up the range, and I was able to get off a couple of frames before the sun was lost. Windy conditions prevented the reflection I was looking for, but great light none the less. This shot came about an hour before sunset, but dark clouds blanketed the area by that time. The long wait was rewarded with a surprise sunset.
Exif: F Number: 16, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/13 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 200, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 28.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 30D
Carolyn M. Fletcher December 17, 2008
Oh who cares about reflections when you end up with something this beautiful? Not me! It's wonderful! #1052848Tammy M. Anderson December 17, 2008
Excellent landscape scene and capture, Harry. Perfection indeed. #6902470Nicholas Semo December 17, 2008
Beautiful...well done.Nick. #6902544
Dominick M. Dimacale December 17, 2008
All I can say is, WoW!!!Dominick #6902559
Dennis Workman December 17, 2008
wonderful shot Harry #6902575Bonnie C. Lackey December 17, 2008
Well worth the wait!!! #6902798Jack Gaskin December 17, 2008
HarryThose Moose never do quite what you hope for.
Happy Shooting& Merry Christmas
Jack #6902814
Harry Lichtman December 17, 2008
Thanks everone for the comments. Jack- There seems to be a fine line when wind ripples are cool and when they just get distracting. I think the ripples worked here because they were slow enough to keep some reflected sky in the image. I selected a fast enough shutter speed to keep the waves from blending and hold some detail in the near grasses. The oppisite technique can also work- a very long exposure and wripples blend for a very appealing colorful wash. #6902858Usman M. Bajwa December 17, 2008
I guess all the efforts and time were well worth. BEAUTIFUL capture, Harry. I will call the moose next time, lol.UB. #6903427
Jack Gaskin December 17, 2008
Just something to try w/calling the moose.Happy Shooting
Jack
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John E. Steinway December 18, 2008
Excellent capture Harry. I agree with decision on fast shutter speed for this image. I think the ripples add interest and make this a better photo. Terrific patience paid off for you. #6909147Harry Lichtman December 21, 2008
Jack - Thanks for the moose calling tip. I'll give it a try.Harry #6920309
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