Willows Weep at Autumn

Large view available for detail. Minneapolis is known for its park

system and city lakes. This image is a snipet of Lake of the Isles

captured about 10:30 AM. Your comments are valued and

appreciated.

Quite a serene landscape.  I do wonder what caught your eye - the trees and foliage or the reflection.  If the reflection, then you might consider cropping off the top 1/2.

Hi Lynne,   You raise a good question that I need to consider.  I was at the lake with my daughter and our dogs.  I think I was attracted to the relationship between the red leaves, the willows, and the reflection.  Cropping the top may be an excellent idea.   I will try it on a copy of the image.  Thanks, Lynne.  Larry

Lynne,  I have cropped the image and posted it next to this one.  Thanks for your advice.  What do others prefer - this image or the full vertical one?   Larry

Hmm, interesting question. I will just say that the long sweep of the willows in the portrait orientation caught my eye first when I looked at the thumbnails.

Adrienne,  Thanks for your visit.  I assume you mean you prefer this image.

I hope all is well with you.  Larry

This is better.  The willow branches complement the vertical format.  The position of the red & yellow leaves is classic and more pleasing. 

Jeff,  Thanks.  I agree.   Larry

I like this one. the red-green combo is appealing.