Ledgend

I find narrow canyons difficult to work. Partly because of very

limited viewpoints, also because difficult light conditions. I was

twice at this location, this is the best view I could find. not sure

I'll have another chance anytime soon. I hope that tree survives the

savage winter of the land.

 

Enjoy life.

Is this a composite? I can't tell. Nevertheless, it is certainly a fantastical image. I think the shadows have been boosted a bit much giving it a slight cartoonish look, but perhaps that was the look you were after? Hmm, as an original image... not sure. But as a piece of art... very eye catching.

WOW! Spectacular image!! Amazing!

 

Amazing shot , Beautiful composition and colors ........................ Best regards.

Nice shot! Rgds.

Everything seen here in "real" shadow, so there is nothing fancy is done to enhance it. Obviously the sky was exposed separately to bring in the detail. Standard 0.6 or 0.9GND filter would have done the job as well.

Great work ... !! Regards.

My recommendation, which is usually an outlier, is to preserve some of the "difficult lighting" so that there is more variation of light in the photograph. Otherwise, the lighting is too uniform and therefore somewhat flat. Varying tones can add a lot, and I personally am not disappointed if some portions of a photograph are largely hidden in very deep shadows. I love the composition here, and I think an increased range of contrast would be beneficial.