2011 Marchmont Millpond & Spillway !

Who among us wouldn't stop to take a frame or two if we happened on a scene like this?  Converted to monochrome as the  colours were rather dun & muted and I felt it came across better in  Black & White. 

Well Len, it's certainly a unique subject but no one can argue with the beautiful b/w work, the crisp detail and composition... Excellent... Mike

agree with Michael. the quality of the bw is high. and details canme out not only for the sharpness, but for the light and the extended grey's gamma

Good of you to take the time to view & comment. I couldn't pass this one by without investing a couple of frames.  Colours were rather drab, thus the conversion to B&W.  I was most impressed with the detail in the highlights of the flowing water.  Not too bad for an entry level P&S.  Best, LM.

It's always a good exercise to try a B&W if the colours aren't working for you.  And these Canon P&S lenses are sharp.  Still, I usually enhance the sharpness of my images a tad in PhotoShop for optimum viewing or for printing.  You've lost me on the gray's gamma (never could understand that technical aspect) but I find the scene visually pleasing so I guess that's a good thing.  Thanks for stopping by.  Best, LM.

The rushing torrent from the sluice gate and the dappled light amongst the brambles and saplings are very aesthetically pleasing, but I do wish that pipe wasn't there. On a positive note, it does provide a surface for the shadows to play upon, but I do have a downer on pipes, cables, pylons and things in general that mankind seem to place in the most inappropriate settings. That being said, I would have still taken the shot too : - )

Best Regards

Alf

Your visits are always appreciated as are your views.  The pipe, however, is an essential element as it was the feed pipe for the mill (behind the camera).  It's probably older than you & I put together.  I think that if it hadn't been a necessary fixture there wouldn't be a dam but the stream, the North River, would probably still be there.  I too detest 'visual pollution' and usually try to avoid or eliminate it at every opportunity. For me, the pipe is a natural element in this case.  I'll include a view, 180 degrees from this one both in direction and season.  Don't be a stranger!  Best, LM

It looks as a deserted/desert of a forest, and the water is like earth that wants water in order to  stay alive....;-)).The light and shadows eapecially on the tube and the running  water line, show us human how important water is ( and we know it so well, at my corner...).It is very well photographed and composed, I like the second one as well, as colorwise  it is the other way around.

Well, water is the one thing we have in abundance, especially this spring where it has rained a lot more than usual.  Probably accounts for the good flow in the steam.  Things are just starting to 'green' up now though you wouldn't know it by looking at the original of this scene.  That's the main reason I've explored the B&W option.  The colour version is taken from the other side of the bridge I was standing on, and obviously at a different time of the year.  Good to hear from you again.  Best, LM.

Hi Len

I just want to say that this capture has an extraordinary depth of field and amazing tonal range. It is great.

The short lens of these P&S cameras is responsible for the great DOF and the sensors, I guess, for the tonal range.  The fact that the highlights in the water were in shadow also helped.  Other than conversion to B&W via 'Channel Mixer' in PhotoShop very little else was manipulated.  Always good to view your comments.  Best, LM.

Len, I agree with you that the choice of B&W in this case is justified. You have achieved  admirable tonal contrast and DOF.

As I've said, the entry level P&S cameras of today can produce some amazing results.  Certainly enough to pass my scrutiny.  I could print this one to 8x10 and be quite happy with it.  Thanks for your visit.  Best, LM.

very good bw..congrats

Thanks!  Always nice to have your input.  Best, LM.

Wonderfully simple picture with a great dance of tones. The water spills right into our lap and me with a new pair of slacks! Excellent, professional work.

Someone has said, " The best camera is the one you have with you.".  Don't discount the quality potential of those entry level P&S cameras.   A Canon A540 captured this one.  Clean, fresh water.  You'll be dry in an hour.  :-) Best, LM.

I agree whole heartedly!  I love my p & s! 

Very good detail in this shot.  I still haven't developed my b & w film.  If I mail it out, I'm afraid it might melt.  LOL

I added a few new images to my portfolio today.  I hope you check them out.

Thanks for your thoughts.  New photos?  Put the tea on, I'll be over to see them soon.  Best, LM.

Your constructive critique will be gratefully received. Best, LM.

Nice lighting and tones, technical quality is also good and  B&W works well here Len!

Best regards!

PDE

Thanks for your thoughtful critique.  Always most welcome.  Best, LM.

6 from Jerusalem

A real treat to know you have  taken the time to both view and make comment on this one.   A 6 is quite a prize from a B&W specialist such as you.  Thanks for the validation.  Don't be a stranger.  Best, LM.

Well done!

Take care,

Mário