"Wybrands Outhouse"

William Wybrands was born in 1866 and immigrated from Austria. He

earned his living for a time as a cook on ships. He eventually

homesteaded here in Montana and built a small home in this coolee.

He developed a pond where he raised ducks and geese, and he terraced

an area for a large garden. "Uncle Willy" built this sturdy outhouse

from hewn logs, it's the only building that remains standing. He

lived a simple life and died a tragic death when his home burned down

with him in it. I've been busy calving and feeding but had half a

day off today so I get to play.....Happy Easter friends.

Really nice. great conversion to B/W almost IR in appearance. 6/6 anon...RAY

Great BW! 7/7

Good eye Raymond, in my Elements editing program there's a B&W conversion program that offers it's interpretation for infrared and I've used it on several of my images and really like how they look, but when I print them the sky area is usually very grainy.

 

Thanks for the "big" vote of confidence in my B&W work Robert. I've always said color was my forte but this last year I've been doing more B&W conversions and I'm quite hooked on it. I loved the somber mood of this one.

The best looking outhouse in Montana, and I've only seen two or three so don't judge me too much on my statement. The only modification I will suggest is to do a slight rotate to the right on the image. Otherwise it is a beauty and is perfect.

 

But you'll get no 7s from me because you have been too easily handing them out lately. Rules are rules so you'll have to wait.

I kept looking at this too Shawn and noticed the tilt, but when I was there shooting this I noticed the windmill is leaning slightly downhill and I was a little uphill so everything was a bit out of kilter....now that I see it posted it does need straightening. Thanks.

I too think this is a fantastic shot of a real Montana crapper...I love your processing here...I find it funny that it seems to have a slight tilt-like feeling to it...but the corner of the crapper looks plumb to me...if you straighten the windmill then the...OK ...the shitter will no longer be standing straight...? If that were the case...you can't blame me for the tilt...I have never used this one before...Nice one Girl...! Juan

Very beautiful B&W photo with excellent composition and nice contrast. Congrats !

I really like this just as you have presented it. I like the texture of the outhouse, the definition of the clouds, the balance of the windmill and the highlight of the snow in the hills. The lighting on the outhouse also works well. A very nice shot!

 

Dick

You won't be surprised to learn that I find this one irresistible. The dramatic clouds, some leftover snow, outhouse and windmill...all processed for maximum effect. As for the outhouse, I haven't known one yet that was straight, so I see no reason yours should be. It all looks fine to me. Good job.

 

Thanks, too, for the notes. I already know, whenever you disappear from PN for more than a day, that you're out cowpunching, and I think of you in your absence. May you always ride point and never drag.

It looks like a scene from a John Huston movie. Broken dreams, solitude, abandonment, cold, and certain anguish. All those feelings make me feel uncomfy.

 

I mean, it accomplish with the main purpose of the true photography: it is provoking feelings, it is moving, it has a message beyond any academic rules.

No doubts that it's a very good photo, unforgettable indeed.

Chapeau for you Susan.

I love it! I also love how you know the history of all these places. It looks straight to me, but then mine are always crooked. Most of the snow is gone here, but everything is still soggy and matted down-looking. I don't think I've ever seen an outhouse quite that solidly built.

Another classic, Susan. I love this shot! Warm regards (and apologies for the tardy comment)...

Fabulous image - well done.

Wow, Susan! You continue to do amazing work with pride, gusto and love. I miss you.

wondeful, Susan. I wish I was there .. cheers Jana

Thank you everyone for your generous comments, I've been gone attending to some serious family situations and just don't have the time to respond in my usual manner. What a surprise to see you here Carol, I've sent you an email.

Sorry I didn't see this when you posted ... and I'm sorry that you've got something going on with you. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers, Susan.

fine shot & nice place !!!

It ain't too late to get on the bandwagon; but this is awesome! Wouldn't change a thing; and thanks for sharing the bit-o-history with us all. Good luck, and best wishes on your issues, and we'll see you soon. Cheers! Chris

My heart's just not in PN right now, my Mom died a few days ago and she and "Horse of Course" have gone on to a better place. I'll be back one of these days.

I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers, Susan. Take care, and we'll see you on the trail soon. I'll send a little prayer your way; to you and your mom. Vaya con Dios! Chris

I know you are having a gut-wrenching time and I'm very sad to hear of your losses.

 

Take care of yourself. I'm thinking 'bout ya and am certain others more than I.

 

Sad that it always comes to this.

 

'til you find your way back, we'll be here. ~Sky

Here I am reading all the comments and wondering how I missed this, and then I get to the bottom and all of a sudden all the crap I might have said just disintegrated. I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Yes, I know that Pnet is totally irrelevant to your life right now, and that's as it should be. But remember how much you are loved and respected by all of us here, and I hope that will give you some small measure of comfort. Take care girl.

I'm so very sorry to know of your loss, and I know you won't read this until your pain has subsided some. But I sincerely hope you'll be back, as I look forward to seeing your work, and it educates and inspires me. Stay as well as you can, and do come back as soon as you can feel ready.