Alaskan Brown Bear - STL

Posted by JohnS on Thu Sep 23, 2004 12:13 pm

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D1x, 300-800 @ 800mm, ISO200, 1/540 @ f5.6, incident
This is my attempt at an atmospheric image and although you can't see the usual expected detail I just love the light and it's direction and for me it says more about the experience than I ever can with words.

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by Carol Clarke on Thu Sep 23, 2004 2:36 pm

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This is like an old sepia print from years gone by John. Personally, it doesn't have the same impact for me as your other shots but as a part of the overall collection then it certainly has its place.

A wonderful series portrayed with great sensitivity. Well done!

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by NDCheryl on Thu Sep 23, 2004 7:55 pm

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It does look a bit like a sepia print. the top is a bit too bright and distracting for me and I find myself really wanting to see more detail in the face. I'll bet it was incredible to see though. Keep em coming.

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by Cindy Marple on Thu Sep 23, 2004 8:36 pm

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This is an evocative image and I'm not surprised the comments are somewhat varied- personal taste is a big part of reacting to an image like this. I say this because I like the brightness- I like high key images though. I like the banding through the background and the placement of the bear. My nit is I wish he was looking the other way, for me that would strengthen the composition. Anyway I like it!

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by Dennis Olivero on Thu Sep 23, 2004 8:48 pm

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I like the mood and solitude captured here. Maybe just a little dodging in the face or highlight shadow work for a titch more detail there.. Another fine image..

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by Tim Grams on Thu Sep 23, 2004 11:04 pm

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This is certainly an interesting an different image, which is always nice to see. Different tastes and shooting styles are great to see. I do wish the face was just a bit brighter- which can be done wth a bit of tinkering. Nice shot- I like it!

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by walkinman on Fri Sep 24, 2004 12:07 am

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Hey John,

I like the idea here, but I think it's stronger either cropped a bit from the top or the bottom .. leaving the lightlight competing with the bear only above or under him .. it balances better, IMO.

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by DC on Fri Sep 24, 2004 4:22 am

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Excellent moody shot John.

I love shots like this with lots of atmosphere, but I do think it has more impact with the top chopped down below the water. Still an excellent shot.

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by E.J. Peiker on Fri Sep 24, 2004 9:41 am