One Stands Alone, a photo from British Columbia, Western

Photographer's Note

I came around the trail in the woods to an opening where this single tree besides the snowpath way casts its shadows across the scene. I could not believe the beauty of this place up Mt Washington. I found a place of winters beauty that prompted me to return again hopefully later this month. By then another ten feet of snow will have fallen. And if I can capture this again on a clear sunny day I will be one lucky man to be able to record it. Hope you like this!

elihesamian, Matthew-Watt, daddo, kiwi_explorer, papagolf21, Dyerco, japiey, jaywalker, zeca has marked this note useful

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elihesamian (26149) 2008-01-15 21:05

Hello Paul,
an attractive winter cold blue you resulted,a great winter view with its tranquilty and silence,but the light,side light gives a good warm touch.well captured and composed and like it,Thanks,
Best
M

jimkilgallon (0) 2008-01-15 21:16

Hi Paul

Lovely tone of blues in this image, especially in the snow and shadows from the trees.

Mount Washington is due to have clear sunny days this week I hear so you might be able to get that dream image your really after.
Jim

Matthew-Watt (5934) 2008-01-15 21:48

Hello Paul,

I am pleased you have continued with this enjoyable series of frozen landscapes from Mt. Washington. I will have to check this place out when I eventually get to the states. Exquisite use of shadow and light streaking and alternating here, it is a very unique and captivating effect. The best feature I consider is the texture of the snow in the centre, bordering the left shadow. There is something about that soft yet granular section that is so incredible. The snow tracks are a nice personal touch. Did you come across any wildlife in the region or were they all hibernating?

Matt

daddo (28748) 2008-01-15 22:22

Hi Paul. Lovely clear shapes and distinct shadows make this a strong image. The light is casting its spell over the whole scene and giving a nice texture to the snow. I love the purity and the cool feeling generated here. Regards. Klaudio.

kiwi_explorer (12209) 2008-01-15 22:59

Hi Paul,
The long shadows added some depth and dimension to the scene. Very good contrast and well managed lighting with all that snow glare. Well composed with good resulting image quality. Well done! tfs
Cheers,
Renier

papagolf21 (152605) 2008-01-16 0:58

Bonjour, cher Paul,
Grands espaces, paysages sauvages, vision magnifique de cette trиs belle rйgion.
De plus, la neige donne aux photographies un pouvoir magique.
Merci, Paul, de bien vouloir nous offrir de si belles photographies.
Amitiйs.
Philippe

Dyerco (10185) 2008-01-16 7:34

Very nicely done Paul. The long shadows creates a line to the tree itself and the snow has wonderful texture.
Phil

Cormac (26565) 2008-01-16 8:15

I really like your series on the snowy forest of Mount Washington. The snow on the trees is incredibly beautiful, and the shadows cutting across the scene really make this interesting. Nice work!

Ann75 (0) 2008-01-17 19:34

Hi Paul,

Great shot again of those beautiful snow covered trees with excellent light, beautiful contrast and details! I also like those long shadows, good observation! Great work, Paul!

Greetings,
Ann

japiey (10163) 2008-01-17 19:47

Hi Paul,
Shadows design your image..
Silence love , Lights hug....
A BEAUTIFULL SHOT FROM THE WINTER DAYS..

jean paul

jaywalker (16105) 2008-01-23 14:17

Hi Paul, Snow creates such beauty, the slight blue tone here emphasizes the point, wonderful light, simple but stunning, kind regards Wilson.

keribar (43841) 2008-01-27 22:37

Hello Paul,

Probably one of the best of the series, I just love these elongated shadows, and the crystal look of the snow

I wish you an excellent week- Izzet

zeca (19762) 2008-01-28 19:12

Hi Paul!
This is a beautiful view! The contrast is very nice and those shadows are excellent!
Regards,
Zeca

macjake (98260) 2009-12-24 21:13

Hi Paul

Rare to see such a picturesque scene so isolated, so honest and true, undisturbed from the human element.
beautiful lighting all around

Merry Christmas to you and your Family
Craig