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Strong Start

© Sara B Coffey

Strong Start

Uploaded: March 19, 2018 | Entered: April 04, 2018 22:32:19

Description

This project was a candid setup, where the scene is planned but looks to be a candid shot. An early morning scene of a farmer just before chores or taking a break from them. I hadn't planned to add the pup but he was cold and welcomed a warm lap. The newspaper story is about Natural Bridge, a 215' natural limestone arch spanning 90' which became the 37th State Park in Virginia in September 2016. Visitors and revenue indicate it is well on it's way to be the most popular State Park in Virginia. Previously this National Landmark had always been privately owned. My settings were F8 ss1/6 iso 100 @ 24mm w/ tripod Used Topaz Detail & Glow at 30% opacity.

Comments

Kathy Salerni level-classic March 20, 2018 1

Great work on this different and unique image, Sara! #1705364

Sara B Coffey level-classic March 20, 2018 0

Thank you for commenting Kathy :) #11685822

Jacquie Palazzolo level-classic May 31, 2018 1

Fascinating shot! Congratulations! #11704123

John Koepfer @PresentPleasures June 01, 2018 1

Creative composition and image Sara, congratulations on first place!! #11704304

Teresa L. Brooks June 01, 2018 1

Congratulations on your beautiful first place winner #11704334

Patrick Rouzes level-classic June 01, 2018 1

Creative & so well done! Congrats on the Gold Winner! #11704492

Usman M. Bajwa level-classic June 01, 2018 1

Your setup is very effective and keeps the attention of the viewer, Sarah. CONGRATZ on the well deserved First Place Gold. #11704579

Val Feldman level-classic June 01, 2018 1

Wonderful, Sara! As Usman commented, the setup is so effective and compelling - there's so much to see and your comp keeps the eye actively amused and delighted. Big congrats on your well-deserved First Place Win! #11704750

Sara B Coffey level-classic June 01, 2018 2

Thank you all for your nice comments and Congratulations, I feel so honored! #11704760

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe June 02, 2018 1

Outstanding work - Congrats on this Well Deserved Win! #11705004

Rosemary Sampson level-classic June 22, 2018 0

Very interesting photo. Love it! #11709633

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