This trip into Ceres was back in early May of last year. It was a misty, overcast morning. I remember thinking that I wished I had a camera with color capability that day because of the saturated colors. I was carrying two cameras, both loaded with B&W film. I used my F3HP with 85mm lens for today’s image.
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The water level was low enough for me to get closer and I was determined to get at least one good reflection shot that day. I ended up with a few, this photo is one of the last ones that I’ll be posting from that trip. I had Zen simplicity in my mind that day.
I stopped in the Wenonah Borough Hall today and picked up the Wenonah Trail Guide. The guide has a nice map showing all the trails with access points. If I have time on Friday, I’ll stop for a quick scout of the area. I’m eager to explore new places. Stay tuned.
It looks cool, like the stick is emerging from the water and turning at an abrupt angle.
lol. I didn’t even realize it was coming out of water till I read Wayne’s comment. I just thought it was an odd branch. I like it
Thanks. You need to look carefully.
I am excited about what you may find. And then even more to see what you will uncolor between the lines.
This one is so very Zen. Although you tell us you got close, it conjures the image of you lying on an outstretched branch to get the shot. Lovely image, John.
Red.
Thanks Red. I stopped in Wenonah on the way home Friday and went on a short scouting expedition. Found the rr trestle spanning the Mantua creek and took a few shots. Hoping to return Monday with a few extra lenses and my tripod.
John
I love the stick emerging from the water, too, and the angle! Makes for a great reflection for the day, John! Enjoy your weekend!
Sylvia
What a beauty! I like the angle of the branch and it’s reflection.
wow, very nicewith a grey reflection
The reflection of the stick coming out of the water is awesome. You really got a good capture this time. It looks great in black and white.
genie
I love that reflection too… Well done!
What I notice most, John, is how many good friends you have who enjoy your compositions. Shall we say “fans”? Add me to the list!
Great shot, it is almost abstract.
Lovely reflection…
Great reflection. It looks like there’s a whole other world under the water. Good luck with the new trails.
what a beautiful shot….
I love the reflection…and all the beautiful textures.
I tried leaving a comment on your blog Laura but Blogger keeps rejecting my capchas. Blogger is a pestilence, get a WordPress blog…please.
I like the semi-symmetry (is that a word?) of this composition, John.
Thanks Kerry. Maybe semi-symmetry is a new word now. I have a different view of symmetry than most. The first definition of symmetry is exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line. This is the definition most people think of when they think of symmetry. It’s a mathematical definition.
I prefer to think of symmetry as balance (the second definition in most dictionaries) as defined by WordNet: 2. balance among the parts of something. It’s my architectural background showing.
John
Very good black and white photography.
Regards and best wishes
Even on a cloudy, bleak day, the reflections came out beautifully. Nice capture in B&W. Mickie
I would be standing there wondering what was going on underneath the water…frogs hibernating..maybe turtles..I would get so caught up in my musings, that I would forget to take the photo…Thank you for your kind comments on my recent photos….Michelle