Greg Russell
Tomorrow on my blog, I'll have my favorite images from 2012, sort of a retrospective on the year, both in terms of images, and in lessons learned. This is one late addition, though...I made it yesterday, and it illustrates the value of visualization in the image making process.
Growing up within sight of this monolith, I've wanted an image for years, and yesterday the light finally presented itself. It's easily one of my favorites of the year. I hope you enjoy it too.
Tsé Bitʼaʼí - New Mexico, US - Greg Russell
http://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/15895/1/1
Shiprock (Tsé Bitʼaʼí in Navajo) is a large volcanic plug located in northwestern New Mexico. It plays a large role in Navajo religion and mythology, and is sacred to the tribe.
Growing up within sight of this monolith, I've wanted an image for years, and yesterday the light finally presented itself. It's easily one of my favorites of the year. I hope you enjoy it too.
Tsé Bitʼaʼí - New Mexico, US - Greg Russellhttp://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/15895/1/1
hank perry Greg, magnificent! I grew up in Santa Fe, recall many times up there. I've not seen an image of that subject like yours. great work!
5 Monaten vor
Greg Russell Thanks, Hank! I appreciate that. New Mexico is a great place, isn't it?
5 Monaten vor
Greg Russell
It's probably hard to believe I made this image in southern California! I do love winter, no matter where in the world I find it...
Suicide Rock - California, US - Greg Russell
http://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/15794/1/1
A momentary clearing in an early winter storm.
Suicide Rock - California, US - Greg Russellhttp://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/15794/1/1
Alister Benn I miss snow big time, hoping for some next month when we take off for a few weeks...
5 Monaten vor
Greg Russell Thanks, Juanli and Alister! I also miss snow and it is so good to be able to experience it from time to time, especially close to home!
5 Monaten vor
Greg Russell
I just added another image to my portfolio...Aspen Abstraction; I hope you enjoy it.
Aspen Abstraction - California, US - Greg Russell
http://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/12780/1/1
Vertical pan blur of aspen trees.
Aspen Abstraction - California, US - Greg Russellhttp://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/12780/1/1
Antonio Martinez Tomas Very good exercise in experimentation, you've seen mine, with a chestnut camera
http://whytake.net/NatureImages/1935/11863/2/1
http://whytake.net/NatureImages/1935/11863/2/1
9 Monaten vor
Greg Russell
Another new image from a recent trip to eastern California. I had forgotten how much I missed this place, and was fortunate to have some great light...some of my favorite light.
The Sentinel - California, US - Greg Russell
http://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/11807/1/1
A weathered Great Basin bristlecone pine (Pinus longaeva) snag prepares to weather yet another storm.
The Sentinel - California, US - Greg Russellhttp://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/11807/1/1
juanli sun The light is very delicate indeed, and great job to get the subtle textures of the cloud.
11 Monaten vor
Greg Russell
Another new image; I've been wanting a manzanita image for quite some time now. I love the way a manzanita's wood curves and moves, and the way it flows. While this isn't exactly what I was expecting, I feel there's a ghostly, ethereal feel to this one. Hope you like it!
Manzanita - California, US - Greg Russell
http://whytake.net/Gallery/0/95/1/1
Skeletons of manzanita bushes create a unique pattern after the sun has set.
Manzanita - California, US - Greg Russellhttp://whytake.net/Gallery/0/95/1/1
juanli sun I like the subtle blue curves, certainly agree it has sort of ethereal feel, very artistic image, well seen.
12 Monaten vor
Greg Russell
I replaced my previous 'sandstone abstract' with this one. I hope you like it!
Convergence - Utah, US - Greg Russell
http://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/10721/1/1
Unique, colorful crossbedding in a sandstone alcove
Convergence - Utah, US - Greg Russellhttp://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/10721/1/1
Greg Russell
Its been too long since I've shared anything new here on Whytake.net. I hope to change that in the next couple of weeks as I have some new work to show you. Here's one of a very tight slot canyon I found while wandering around on the Colorado Plateau a few weeks ago...hope you enjoy it!
Into the Depths of the Earth - Colorado Plateau - Greg Russe
http://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/8928/1/1
A very tight slot canyon leads into the depths of the Colorado Plateau.
Into the Depths of the Earth - Colorado Plateau - Greg Russehttp://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/8928/1/1
Jackson Frishman Very nice Greg! A somewhat grim take on slot canyons, but I'm liking that!
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Greg Russell
I uploaded a late 2011 favorite to my portfolio; I hope you enjoy it! Also, I hope everyone has a happy and healthy new year...here's to great light and photographs in 2012!
Sandstorm - California, US - Greg Russell
http://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/4817/1/1
Wind blows sand over the crest of a sand dune in late day light.
Sandstorm - California, US - Greg Russellhttp://whytake.net/NatureImages/95/4817/1/1
Jackson Frishman This one's a beauty, Greg! That sliver of light on the left balances the whole image, the blown sand provides drama,, and the ripples make the dunes seem vast and endless.
2 Jahren
Greg Russell
Today on my blog, David Leland Hyde shares some of his thoughts about the state of creativity in landscape photography in an essay called "Make Your Own Tripod Tracks."
http://www.alpenglowimagesphotography.com/blog/2011/12/make-your-own-tripod-tracks/
I'm also writing about the importance of sense of place in landscape photography on his blog, in my essay, "Moving Past the Repertoire."
http://landscapephotographyblogger.com/guest-posts/moving-past-the-repertoire-by-greg-russell/
Hope you enjoy them!
http://www.alpenglowimagesphotography.com/blog/2011/12/make-your-own-tripod-tracks/
I'm also writing about the importance of sense of place in landscape photography on his blog, in my essay, "Moving Past the Repertoire."
http://landscapephotographyblogger.com/guest-posts/moving-past-the-repertoire-by-greg-russell/
Hope you enjoy them!
Stephen Gingold May be browser issues? Both have worked for me.
Great posts by both Greg and David. I would guess most here already share these convictions but reads such as these are always worth the time and make for good shares.
Great posts by both Greg and David. I would guess most here already share these convictions but reads such as these are always worth the time and make for good shares.
2 Jahren
Alister Benn Yip, I got into Greg;s article today. Two super reads, enjoyed and commented vocally on both :-)
2 Jahren
Greg Russell
The Lumiére Gallery in Atlanta opened a new show this week; this video, narrated by David Hyde showcases some of his father--Philip Hyde's--best work. Its very inspiring and moving. I featured it on my blog today.
Alpenglow Images » Blog Archive » Messages from the Wil
http://www.alpenglowimagesphotography.com/blog/2011/11/messa
Alpenglow Images » Blog Archive » Messages from the Wilhttp://www.alpenglowimagesphotography.com/blog/2011/11/messa
Greg Russell Thanks, guys, for the comments. Yes, I agree that we had a lot of forethought to get land set aside for the future, but as Jackson notes, the battle continues to rage on, as the "value" of the land is questioned.
Hyde's work is growing more and more meaningful and relatable to me as I see these attacks worsen.
Hyde's work is growing more and more meaningful and relatable to me as I see these attacks worsen.
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Stephen Gingold Absolutely, Greg. All we need is for someone to come up with the idea there might be oil under the Grand Canyon or some other protected land. As it is, we are still leasing the lands for wood harvesting and, in already established contracts, energy extraction.
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