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Not What I Meant to Do

Backlit tree

12 total reviews 
Comment from Envision


I think this turned out really cool. The illuminated area looks like a big mass of richly textured clouds which I really like. The outline edges of the landscape make an interesting pattern and the silhouettes of the trees look great.

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 23-Nov-2018
    Thank you, Envision, it was quite a surprise when it turned out this way and I think I like it.
Comment from Daphne Oberon


I actually was just looking for a couple images to review and yes, the first one I stopped at was this one because it is so intriguing. I like the hill line with the jagged rocks and small tree. What it made me think of is the experience I have had of a encountering a bright phenomena on a moonless night -- "you go what the heck!" Maybe you should experiment some more with your "phenomenal" photography! Daphne Oberon

 Comment Written 08-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 08-Nov-2018
    Thank you, Daphne! The original image was sort of a ho hum photo, and this was a total surprise when I was ?messing? with it. Thanks for taking the time to view it and comment!
Comment from GaliaG


Interesting and original after shot treatment oft he photo

good technique, creativity and initial impact

good light handling

thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 06-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 06-Nov-2018
    Thank you!
Comment from Mary Christman


for not what you were trying for, you created a unque photo.
the lonely tree adds to the darkness of the photo.
looks like mist from the waterfall was captured.
great job.

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 05-Nov-2018
    Thank you, Mary!
Comment from Shadow catcher


This came out great! This is a really fantastic image with that lone tree silhouetted against the backlit spray from the falls.this is great entry for the contest,and I wish you all the best with photo! :) LeeAnn

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 05-Nov-2018
    Thank you, LeeAnn!
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2018
    Thank you, LeeAnn!
Comment from dalebraatz


What a wonderful creation you have here, like the details in the tree, that have been enhanced by the back light, like the dark soroundings and the most from the falls looks like smoke , very creative work,
A pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, dale

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 05-Nov-2018
    Thank you, Dale! I always appreciate your comments.
reply by dalebraatz on 05-Nov-2018
    Your welcome
Comment from alaskapat


The falls really draw the viewer in , it's intriguing that here they are the only source of light, I like the way they define the shape of the crags and the line tree. This is well composed with a nice placement of the lit falls in the off centered position . Well presented, best wishes to you in the contest!

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 05-Nov-2018
    Thank you, Pat!
reply by alaskapat on 05-Nov-2018
    Absolutely my pleasure! Good luck to you!
Comment from michiganmike


I have occasionally moved the black point to drop out night skies in shots, but this is a whole other story. I like the silhouetted cliff and the tree is very nice. I might crop a little off the left and top to see how it looks.

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 05-Nov-2018
    Thank you for your comments and suggestion! I'll give it a try.
Comment from Dick Lee Shia


Creative concept. Innovative approach. Imaginative presentation.
An interesting initial impact.
Nice use of negative space.

Subtle illumination.
Tall format works well here...
Best of luck in the contest!
Thanks for sharing...

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 05-Nov-2018
    Thank you, Dick. It will be interesting what people think of this. It is definitely a different approach for me.
Comment from nikman


Wonder where in the world you got this nice and intriguing competition entry? Your very fine composition creates a fascinating vista for viewers to enjoy. Exposure and sharpness are top notch. Great photo and good luck!

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 05-Nov-2018
    Oh, wow, I certainly wasn't expecting that high score! Thank you so much nikman!
reply by nikman on 05-Nov-2018
    Your very welcome!