Sometimes, you just have to stop the car and get out. The drive through Frisco, CO. was an enjoyable one. The morning was full of warm sunshine, but, as the day grew on the clouds moved in. As you know clouds can add a sense of depth to a landscape, which made me think about Dillon Lake. From a higher perspective I found the view that I liked best. It allowed me to create a foreground of pines and aspens. The afternoon clouds accomplished two benefits for me. First, as I mentioned, they will create a feeling of depth in the final image. Second, the clouds created a soft light to the scene making exposure and development easy to handle.
The darker pine trees across the lake fell on EV 12 – Using an orange B&W filter I adjusted my exposure for two stops more exposure. Exposure was ¼ sec. at f-32.
Since the clouds fell on EV 15.5 my development was plus 1.5. My 5 x 7 negative is printed on Ilford FB paper.
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![Winter In The Springs, Colorado]()
Sure it’s cold outside and the idea of dressing in layers and carrying camera gear isn’t appealing. Fight those thoughts as winter hikes can be most inspiring, emotionally and photographically.
A heavy snowfall deterred travelers but inspired me to find a tranquil setting. It was a peaceful crisp morning with the trees dressed in their winter whites, creating interesting patterns. The Cheyenne Mountains displayed a visual treat in the background. A golf course in Colorado Springs provided the tranquil setting of this print of the month.
This image can be viewed in many ways. Some will appreciate the details found in the snow covered branches, while moving their eye to the Cheyenne Mountains that greet them in the distance. Some will appreciate the silent mood the image represents. While another group may wonder what the distance is between the tee and the hole.
Snowfalls can add beauty to scenes you might ordinarily overlook. Mother Nature can sometimes be a challenging force or display a quiet strength. Challenge yourself to get out when it’s easier to stay indoors. You’ll return with more than a great image.
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