Normally I would crop out a lot of the bottom of the photo, but for some reason, in this case, the amount of darkness adds benefit to the total image. Great photo.
Normally I would crop out a lot of the bottom of the photo, but for some reason, in this case, the amount of darkness adds benefit to the total image.
I think the "V" created by the horizon and tree silhouettes and the hawk contrasted with the setting sun, more than balances the amount of featureless black in the composition.
But, it might work just as well as you described, Buzz.
The rings are actually a lens flair … by definition …
Lens flare refers to a phenomenon wherein light is scattered or flared in a lens system, often in response to a bright light, producing an undesirable effect on the image. This happens through unintentional image formation mechanisms, such as internal reflection and scattering from material imperfections in the lens. Lenses with large numbers of elements such as zooms tend to exhibit greater lens flare, as they contain multiple surfaces at which unwanted internal scattering occurs. These mechanisms differ from the intended image formation mechanism, which depends on rays from the refraction of the image itself.
But, I disagree that every lens flare produces an undesirable effect; under certain circumstances, IMO, it imparts a "spiritual" sense.
I have many more images that I have never posted … these are from the last two weeks and, as I get them from the memory cards to the computer and get the ready for submission, I will be posting the ones I think are worth sharing.
A spiritual moment in time.
Normally I would crop out a lot of the bottom of the photo, but for some reason, in this case, the amount of darkness adds benefit to the total image. Great photo.
Normally I would crop out a lot of the bottom of the photo, but for some reason, in this case, the amount of darkness adds benefit to the total image.
I think the "V" created by the horizon and tree silhouettes and the hawk contrasted with the setting sun, more than balances the amount of featureless black in the composition.
But, it might work just as well as you described, Buzz.
Now that is a great photo Mac.
That is absolutely gorgeous! I have a new favorite! At least until the next one is posted! You make it very hard to choose a favorite!
Exactly! Each time, I come up with a new favorite! Love this one, AMac!
Are the rings on the left intentional ?
Very nice image.
Are the rings on the left intentional ?
The rings are actually a lens flair … by definition …
Lens flare refers to a phenomenon wherein light is scattered or flared in a lens system, often in response to a bright light, producing an undesirable effect on the image. This happens through unintentional image formation mechanisms, such as internal reflection and scattering from material imperfections in the lens. Lenses with large numbers of elements such as zooms tend to exhibit greater lens flare, as they contain multiple surfaces at which unwanted internal scattering occurs. These mechanisms differ from the intended image formation mechanism, which depends on rays from the refraction of the image itself.
But, I disagree that every lens flare produces an undesirable effect; under certain circumstances, IMO, it imparts a "spiritual" sense.
I like the flares.
I have many more images that I have never posted … these are from the last two weeks and, as I get them from the memory cards to the computer and get the ready for submission, I will be posting the ones I think are worth sharing.
And … good night for now.
I love the purple colors in the sky and the way the clouds seem to dance across that backdrop. So awe inspiring.
Hawking my wares, I am … drummin' up viewers.
drummin' up viewers.
With the wares you've got, the drummin' part is easy.
"If you post it, they will come", to somewhat misquote Field of Dreams.
I love the picture! Another Jeremiah Johnson moment in time....