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Winter's Bench

© Marty Straub

Winter's Bench

Uploaded: February 09, 2011

Description

Frances Slocum State Park, PA

Jack & Monnie, this is the same spot we were at in September last year. Quite different? The crusty snow had a very unusual texture because of recent warmth and rain followed by intense cold. The fast shutter kept the texture somewhat intact and accented the temporary mood of the place.

f/7.1, 1/1000, 70-200mm at 20mm, ISO 100, handheld

Exif: F Number: 7.1, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/1000 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 200.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Comments

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe February 09, 2011

That sure looks cold Marty - Excellent winterscape! Jeff #1351655

Monnie Ryan February 09, 2011

Whew -- looks a bit different! We're got that same crust on top of the snow, and like how you've captured it. The light, shadows and textures really give it a stark, dramatic look. Well done (now I hope it goes away SOON)! #9222826

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe February 09, 2011

Beautiful tones, light and textures, Marty. #9222868

Jack Ryan February 09, 2011

You are right, Marty...it doesn't look quite the same...although I recognized the location as soon as I saw it. I like the perspective and comp...interesting and effective combination of shadows and light...very "cool." #9222963

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe February 09, 2011

Ice covered and crusty snow is hard to shoot and get all the detail but you did an excellent job, Marty! Wonderful capture of the light and mood! Very well done!! #9223053

Julianne Bradford February 09, 2011

Icey whiteness captured so well with shadows in just the right places Marty. WTG..lighting master :-) P.S. Thanks for encouraging me to dig through my Yosemite archives. I had fun! #9223382

Ron McEwan February 09, 2011

WOW! Marty we have the same thing with a four inch add on. Had to get a tractor to plow my lane to the truck so I could get it out today. #9223451

Carol L. Fowler February 09, 2011

Looks almost like drifting sand, instead of snow.! #9223565

Michelle Alton February 10, 2011

Marty, this is so eerie and stark. Love the black and white. A favorite for me, as this amazing image starts its journey to "fame and fortune!" #9224253

Randy D. Dinkins level-classic February 10, 2011

Cool light and comp. I don't think I want to be sitting there in this weather :-). #9228271

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna February 11, 2011

BURRRRUTIFUL, Marty! :-) k #9233580

Mitch Spence level-classic February 12, 2011

I so enjoy the textures and tones here, Marty. We can think this abstract vision can be anywhere. It also can just as well be sand, blown in across a long abandoned beach. #9235727

JO ANN CLEVELAND February 13, 2011

How very interesting Marty...great capture..

jo ann c.

#9238540

frank w. degenhardt February 15, 2011

Lots of interesting looks here my friend. First lets start with the lighting, love the way it plays with shadows, also the fact that it makes it look very cold. I enjoy the way you composed the picture with the objects in the snow going in a diagonal line. I especailly love the textures, that crystalized look of the snow. This is really some beautiful work my friend, love the look. #9243100

Ellen Hodges February 15, 2011

Very fabulous capture, Marty! Love the comp and light really a lot!! Soooo beautiful and well done in my humble opinion!!! #9243479

Val Feldman level-deluxe February 23, 2011

My first reaction was sand instead of snow, also. This has such a wonderful abstract feel to it...love the diagonal placement (you always locate the best diagonals in your comp!) of the stand of brush, to the bench, to the posts leading the eye directly to the icy looking water. Perfect for b/w! #9257486

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