Appalachian Spring

TopCatTopCat Registered Users Posts: 71 Big grins
edited June 9, 2009 in Landscapes
New growth gives the hillside a watercolor effect, which makes springtime mornings in the Appalachians one of my favorite experiences.

Taken May 4 this year on Boone, NC, Greenway Trail with Canon A720 IS at 1/160 s, f/4.0, ISO 125.
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  • thapamdthapamd Registered Users Posts: 1,722 Major grins
    edited June 8, 2009
    The subtle greens mixed with the light tones of the bark gives this image a pleasing look. It almost looks like a bunch of green tinged cobwebs to me. Have you tried to increase the contrast a bit? You'll probably lose some of the subtle hues in the shadows, but the image will look "punchier." Sometimes that's a good thing and sometimes it isn't; personal preference really.
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  • Hikin' MikeHikin' Mike Registered Users Posts: 5,467 Major grins
    edited June 8, 2009
    Maybe a bit more contrast, but I kind of like this. Ever try a black and white? mwink.gif
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  • TopCatTopCat Registered Users Posts: 71 Big grins
    edited June 9, 2009
    Hikin' Mike wrote:
    Maybe a bit more contrast, but I kind of like this. Ever try a black and white? mwink.gif

    Thanks for the suggestion...
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  • TopCatTopCat Registered Users Posts: 71 Big grins
    edited June 9, 2009
    thapamd wrote:
    The subtle greens mixed with the light tones of the bark gives this image a pleasing look. It almost looks like a bunch of green tinged cobwebs to me. Have you tried to increase the contrast a bit? You'll probably lose some of the subtle hues in the shadows, but the image will look "punchier." Sometimes that's a good thing and sometimes it isn't; personal preference really.

    Thanks for your input. I jumped the contrast on the B&W above...
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  • thapamdthapamd Registered Users Posts: 1,722 Major grins
    edited June 9, 2009
    Truth be told, Tom, I prefer the color version. How does the color look with the added contrast?
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  • TopCatTopCat Registered Users Posts: 71 Big grins
    edited June 9, 2009
    thapamd wrote:
    Truth be told, Tom, I prefer the color version. How does the color look with the added contrast?

    a bit more contrast and some vibrance...
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  • thapamdthapamd Registered Users Posts: 1,722 Major grins
    edited June 9, 2009
    TopCat wrote:
    a bit more contrast and some vibrance...

    Hi Tom,

    I think the reworked color version with added contrast and vibrancy is the best of the bunch. What do you think?
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  • TopCatTopCat Registered Users Posts: 71 Big grins
    edited June 9, 2009
    thapamd wrote:
    Hi Tom,

    I think the reworked color version with added contrast and vibrancy is the best of the bunch. What do you think?

    I agree. Thanks for your suggestions.
    Tom
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  • thapamdthapamd Registered Users Posts: 1,722 Major grins
    edited June 9, 2009
    TopCat wrote:
    I agree. Thanks for your suggestions.

    No worries. Again, beautiful image! thumb.gif
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