_DSC3898-Busby-Falls

Gerald,

What a totally interesting place. Is this located in Tennessee?  

I only took one course in geology so I have not the faintest idea why the foreground rocks are breaking in right angle shapes, but it certainly adds interest to the picture.  You captured the mood of the place exactly.

I once studied a book on photography where the author would look at something like this location and describe it as "longing for a human figure."  I could imagine a fisherman here, either in hip boots or standing on one of the dry rocks casting his line.  I could see a couple of children kneeling on the dryer rocks and playing in the water.  A pretty young lady wading in the stream would work too.

When I taught high school photography I showed some scenic shots of places like this without people and one of my students said they were "Lonely pictures."  I don't think lonely pictures are bad but I do now understand how people want to see people in pictures.  I suppose it makes it easier to mentally transport themselves to the spot.

Regards,

Jerry Matchett

Thank you Jerry.  The location is in the Short Springs Natural Area outside of Tullahoma, TN. This was an eary morning shot on a overcast day. The stream is shallow. With the water as clear as it is, it would be easy to see fish if they were there. There are many amazing rock formations in TN that one can see.

Gerald

I love the perspective the angle and the light you have captured here.  The angled square rocks in the foreground look almost lik epaving and lead the way nicely into the stream, which the eyes naturally follow to the wonderful green canopy of the trees.

Personally I think you have to be very selective when it comes to people in a landscape. Whilst it can add scale, interest and as Jerry said it can add a connection for the viewer to place themselves at the scene, its a risk. Because equally you can get someone wearing all the wrong clothes looking totally out of sync with surroundings.

When I view this scene, I am standing in place of the photographer, and thats how i connect with it. But Then I don't suppose everyone that views photographs are necessarily photographers.

It works for me though!

Compliments!

Alf

Thank you Alf. I really enjoy seeing your Landscapes. Outstanding work!

I love this for the very reason mentioned by Alf, I not only place myself there but feel like I'm there as well.  Having witnessed so many of these scenes I also agree with Jerry that there can be a lonely element here, but it's a good lonely.  A solitude with nature where you listen and hear the mountain breathe.  Superb image...  Mike