Thank you everybody for nice comments, feedback and votes. All Appreciated. Below answers to certain messages.
Gary Clennan wrote:
What a nice (and unique) shot Artur. I like how the iceberg stands out against the darker tones in the picture. It is also pretty neat how the shape of the iceberg is similar to the mountain behind it. Well done.
Thanks Gary. Yes, the shape of the iceberg is very similar to the mountain behind. This is just an coincidental add on.
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Derek Weston wrote:
This is pretty damned sexy. And I don't say that often....
Ha! My photos have been called different things, but never sexy! Thanks for that!
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Michael H wrote:
-Really- nice image here. I love the balance, the contrast, the great colors.
I'd love to get to that part of the world.
-mike
Thanks, Mike. If you ever decide to go there, give me a shout.
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matthewsaville wrote:
A truly gorgeous scene! Wow, the iceberg chunk just looks out of place floating there, it's amazing to think that this is our own planet. Sci-Fi movies don't even depict other worlds to be this stunning usually.
I will say, however, that I feel the images' tones and saturation are almost too perfect. I wish the highlights were a bit brighter, and the shadows were a bit more dark and mysterious. This, as it stands, simply looks a tad too unbelievable. I know that is a trend in landscape photography these days, though, and that's fine. This is still, when viewed with an understanding of modern camera technology, a beautiful photograph. I love this image, but more as I would appreciate a painting of a surreal other-world, than I would as a documentation of some place you actually visited. I hope this make sense?...Show more →
Thanks. I don't exactly know what you tried to pass here. But I suppose it goes in the same direction as it was with my last photo that I posted here. Last time when I posted my "Hypnotizing Paine Grande" here on FM (you might want to check that thread) somebody also thought that my photo was sort of too unbelievable/too perfect so I posted a raw file to show that I captured what was there and didn't Photoshoped any light or perfected anything too excessively. The same situation is here. This time I won't post a raw file as it stops making any sense. I understand that in today's world of easy access to Photoshop that is frequently terrible overused, photographers like me , who actually go to places and wait for perfect light and look for good compositions will run into trouble of constant suspicion. You can take it as granted: my post processing of photos is usually very minimal and I spend enough time travelling outdoors to get a chance to capture situations like the one shown on this photo. And if you want to check in practice how I work, I will gladly welcome you to one of my workshops.
ArturS wrote:
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Thanks. I don't exactly know what you tried to pass here. But I suppose it goes in the same direction as it was with my last photo that I posted here. Last time when I posted my "Hypnotizing Paine Grande" here on FM (you might want to check that thread) somebody also thought that my photo was sort of too unbelievable/too perfect so I posted a raw file to show that I captured what was there and didn't Photoshoped any light or perfected anything too excessively. The same situation is here. This time I won't post a raw file as it stops making any sense. I understand that in today's world of easy access to Photoshop that is frequently terrible overused, photographers like me , who actually go to places and wait for perfect light and look for good compositions will run into trouble of constant suspicion. You can take it as granted: my post processing of photos is usually very minimal and I spend enough time travelling outdoors to get a chance to capture situations like the one shown on this photo. And if you want to check in practice how I work, I will gladly welcome you to one of my workshops. ...Show more →
I did notice that, and saw that you "only" had to crank highlights and shadows. I've been known to crank all four sliders to -100, +100, -100, and +100 respectively, so I shouldn't really be one to talk here.
I also totally understand the passion for simply getting to these locations where the light is so breathtaking that it is in fact un-believable when photographed.
My CC remains the same, though- I do wish the shadows weren't so completely revealed, and that the highlights were just a little bit lighter. At the very least it wouldn't detract from the impact of the image, IMO.
matthewsaville wrote:
I did notice that, and saw that you "only" had to crank highlights and shadows. I've been known to crank all four sliders to -100, +100, -100, and +100 respectively, so I shouldn't really be one to talk here.
I also totally understand the passion for simply getting to these locations where the light is so breathtaking that it is in fact un-believable when photographed.
My CC remains the same, though- I do wish the shadows weren't so completely revealed, and that the highlights were just a little bit lighter. At the very least it wouldn't detract from the impact of the image, IMO....Show more →
OK.....but I won't interfere with the light that was present that evening by moving sliders to make it darker/lighter. This is how I saw it that evening so it should stay that way. Sorry for being bold and direct, but I don't see any sense in making changes that you suggested.
First of congrats on an outstanding capture. It's not often that an image strikes me in such a way as this did. It gave me a shiver and a smile of deep appreciation for natural beauty. You have an extraordinary vision for light and balance and a keen eye for pleasing composition.
If I were presented this view I completely fess up that I would not have the ability to capture it in the way you have, impressive exposure and tonal range. The gift of seeing it and being in that light and mood would however last a lifetime in memory
Wonderful presentation and a neat story of the changing character of those moments before the shot....
Nice image! I enjoy the contrast between the bright blue iceberg and the craggy dark tree. The light is beautiful, and the composition works well overall.
Karl Witt wrote:
First of congrats on an outstanding capture. It's not often that an image strikes me in such a way as this did. It gave me a shiver and a smile of deep appreciation for natural beauty. You have an extraordinary vision for light and balance and a keen eye for pleasing composition.
If I were presented this view I completely fess up that I would not have the ability to capture it in the way you have, impressive exposure and tonal range. The gift of seeing it and being in that light and mood would however last a lifetime in memory
Wonderful presentation and a neat story of the changing character of those moments before the shot....
Many thanks, Karl. Glad my photo gave you shivers !
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ChrisKayler wrote:
Nice image! I enjoy the contrast between the bright blue iceberg and the craggy dark tree. The light is beautiful, and the composition works well overall.
Many thanks to all who looked at, liked and selected my photo as the winning thread. Thank you for all comments and input. I value it all. Have a good week-end!
