PHOTOGRAPH INFO
This photograph was taken a few days ago during a mid-afternoon wind and rain storm. I had been running errands and pulled the car to the side of the road for a few shots of the leaves blowing. But the wind gusts were so strong I couldn't get the car door open! I had to wait a bit before I could get out.
Not only do I always carry my camera where I go, I carry an assortment of large, heavy-duty plastic baggies and a bunch of rubber bands. I wrap the camera and lens quickly if there's heavy moisture or if it's raining.
Post-processing: Shot with the Canon EOS 5D
Thank you for visiting Durham Township!
--Kathleen
Another WOW! It is always a treat to open your site and find whatever you have discovered. Love the sky, grass,limb etc. Just wow!
Posted by Noreen on October 24, 2006 7:59 AMGreat shot! The few leaves falling to the ground really add a lot of interest to an already fantastic photo. Nice job.
Posted by Alice on October 24, 2006 9:39 AMA stormy day indeed. Nicely done. I wish things still looked so lush here in Minnesota.
Posted by John on October 24, 2006 11:10 AMWow. I ADORE this picture. Thank you so much for this site; the picture are always beautiful and make my heart pine for my homestate of PA.
Posted by Jill on October 24, 2006 11:15 AMFantastic shot. I'm so glad you managed to get this shot, it really is a treat!
A few weeks ago I was in Sandy hook trying to shoot the wind-blown spray from the water against the rocks. I was very nearly blown into the bay by the very forceful gusts. It was a little scary, but someone I know took a slip into a river with the same camera I have and they and the camera, which went fully under, were fine. I still don't like the idea of the camera going for a swim, even if it is weather sealed.
Posted by Laurie on October 24, 2006 11:20 AMMoody, tonal, excellent.
Thank you,
P.S. Any photoshop "fudging" on those leaves in space?
Posted by david Tinnon on October 24, 2006 4:36 PMHahahaha, David Tinnon - I don't have enough talent or patience with Photoshop to fudge stuff like that. I only use PS to adjust contrast, saturation and tone. I'm clueless when it comes to moving or adding elements - any graphic arts in general. I'd much rather stick with the photography. :)
Posted by Kathleen on October 24, 2006 4:42 PMI don't know Kathleen I think we caught you cloning those leaves in. ;)
Posted by RyanT on October 24, 2006 8:52 PMNow there's a storm for you. You've done a wonderful job capturing the scene and giving the viewer a peek into your world here. Also, nothing beats the falling leaves. Awesome shot. The composition is fantastic.
Posted by Gabriel Loeb on October 24, 2006 9:26 PMbeautiful! i've missed a sky like this!
Posted by Ali on October 25, 2006 12:38 AMHello K. Sometimes its hard to find words when i look at some photo. Todays post is just like that. i cant find any words. The first thing i think about is -freedom- leafes who flying away and never look back, i feel beauty when i look at that green area. very very nice post today, its simple and its worth considering. have a great wednesday K. :)
Posted by bruno on October 25, 2006 3:04 AMGreat idea Kathleen. I really like this.
Posted by Jon on October 25, 2006 4:05 AMI love this photo.
Posted by Luis on October 25, 2006 4:27 AMStunning shot Kathleen - the colours are amazing!
Posted by Craig on October 25, 2006 6:41 AMI feel there's no need for me to say a word. This photograph is just everything.
Posted by Marta, Poland on October 25, 2006 10:16 AMO.K. i'm willing to accept that even the leaves on the trees fall for your pictures (without photoshop help!)
Posted by david Tinnon on October 25, 2006 10:46 AMDavid Tinnon, you'd be appalled at how many frames I shot in five minutes... there are at least 50 images where the leaves didn't cooperate quite so nicely.
My philosophy for shooting moving objects is that the more you shoot them, the more likely you are to get lucky. :)
Posted by Kathleen on October 25, 2006 11:33 AMvery nice landscape! The framing of the tree at the top and the leaves falling works very well! I like the composition of this one.
Posted by mikelangelo on October 25, 2006 12:05 PMamazing! I love the sky
Posted by Brett Admire on October 25, 2006 4:20 PMNice choice in framing and beautiful sky. Lovely shot.
Posted by Claude on October 25, 2006 5:05 PMGorgeous fall shot.
Posted by Chris on October 25, 2006 5:19 PMVery nice image that captures the changing seasons very well. The placement of the falling leaves is excellent and your timing in their capture couldn't have been better. The mood from your toning and adjustments really sets the tone and the elements in the photo carry themselves from there.
Posted by Dan Creighton on October 25, 2006 8:59 PMAwesome. I love the leaves in the air and the light on the ground
Posted by John Zeweniuk on October 30, 2006 11:35 PMShot at an opportune moment... lovely composition.. with the tree limb.. falling leaves.. and background just appropriate.
Posted by Rahul on October 31, 2006 3:03 AMNeat shot! I Love the falling leaves. They are the cherry on top of the beautiful landscape and sky.
Posted by Beau on November 1, 2006 3:26 AMSo lovely and beautiful.
Posted by derLitograph on December 12, 2006 4:19 AM