Tiny Marsh Reflections

Hi Len

You have mastered the square format in a subconscious from using medium format camera... I can not imagine any composition for this scene more perfect than what you have made. Sharpness and gray tonality are in a high degree of proficiency too. best regards

Museeb, in truth a background in MF (square) likely did influence my decision to crop this one square.  I did try other crops but this one prevailed.  At the time of year this was taken the scene  takes on an overall dun colour, drab and flat.  Thus the conversion to B&W with a bit of contrast adjustment to boot.  I was with friend and PN contributor WJ (Bill) Gibson who also has a series of shots taken at this location.  Thanks for your interest.  Best, LM.

I'll vote with Museeb!  I particularly like the tones, lines and superb depth you've presented.  Excellent work...  Mike

Perfect for B&W.  Nicely framed, square is a great choice.

B x W was the perfect choice to emphasize all of the interesting detail and texture.  Nice work!

Yah, Museeb is OK.  This one was somewhat akin to making lemonade from a lemon.  The original file is very unimpressive due to the factors I stated previously.  Took me a while to dig out the gold.  :-)  Best, LM.

So good to hear from you again.  Your visits are most appreciated.  Thanks for your vote of approval.  Sometimes it takes a while to flesh out what made you pause in the first place.  We don't always get it right first time, and in the camera.  Best, LM.

Yes, B&W was the way to go here.  No colours to speak of anyway.  The reflections and the fine details are what's important in this shot.  Thanks for taking the time.  Best, LM.

Hi Len, Great job on presentation and the b&w tones as previously stated are spot on. A very pleasant scene as well. Take care.

Best Regards,

Holger

In my opinion, conversion to B&W saved this one from the trash bin.  Lesson:  if it doesn't work for you in colour then convert.  It might then be OK.  Thanks for your input.  Best, LM.

Nice work, Len! I like the feel of this black and white. The reflection of the foreground tree on the left is a nice counter balance to the larger tree further down on the right. It makes me want to be there.

You might remember this spot.  We were there 1st AM (sunrise) 10 years ago when it was -27F and my Bronica SQ Ai batteries froze up. Just now getting feeling back into my fingers. :-)  No best time to visit this location.  One always gets different photos no matter the season.  Always worth a visit in my estimation.  Thanks for your visit.  Best, LM.

I did wonder if it was the same spot that we shot in winter. Thanks for the clarification.