Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Paul Crovella
That's terrific :) Jack Davis wrote: Timely bit of nature which appears to portend an upcoming event..in much of the world. Shot as a lark only, but comments welcome! Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=255 K10D, FA 80~320 (@ 240), ISO 200, 1/3000 @ f/8.0

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread pnstenquist
Very observant of you :-). I would have walked right past it. Nicely executed as well. I used to have Sweet Gums when I lived in Jersey. Great fall color. They're not hardy here in Michigan. I believe you Californians call them Liquid Amber. I think the real name is Liquidumbar. Paul

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Eactivist
In a message dated 11/6/2007 10:54:06 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Timely bit of nature which appears to portend an upcoming event..in much of the world. Shot as a lark only, but comments welcome! Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=255

RE: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Tom C
I always have a problem with shots like this, in liking them, and in shooting them myself. While the eye is attracted to contrasts in shape, color, and texture, the image often fails to have the impact or convey the real beauty of what was seen. Maybe it's just hard to capture the 3D reality in an

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
Yeah..I noticed. A quick hand held grab with a grin. ;) I tried to care, but failed. Thanks, Marnie! Jack --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 11/6/2007 10:54:06 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Timely bit of nature which appears to portend an upcoming

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
Thanks, Paul, but you're too kind. ;) Jack --- Paul Crovella [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's terrific :) Jack Davis wrote: Timely bit of nature which appears to portend an upcoming event..in much of the world. Shot as a lark only, but comments welcome! Jack

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
Liquidambar, actually, but I too always will call them Liquid Amber. Most such Sweetgum are well past their glorious peak and sporting few leaves. Thanks, Paul! Jack --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Very observant of you :-). I would have walked right past it. Nicely executed as well. I used to

RE: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
I recognize it's missing all those things you mentioned and is only offered as an obvious seasonal curiosity. Actually, this image will likely not last the season. :) Thanks, Tom for commenting. Jack --- Tom C [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I always have a problem with shots like this, in liking

RE: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Tom C
To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: RE: PESO: Nature's Decorations I recognize it's missing all those things you mentioned and is only offered as an obvious seasonal curiosity. Actually, this image will likely not last the season. :) Thanks, Tom for commenting. Jack --- Tom C [EMAIL

RE: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread Jack Davis
] On Behalf Of Jack Davis Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2007 1:52 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: RE: PESO: Nature's Decorations I recognize it's missing all those things you mentioned and is only offered as an obvious seasonal curiosity. Actually, this image will likely

Re: PESO: Nature's Decorations

2007-11-06 Thread keith_w
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Very observant of you :-). I would have walked right past it. Nicely executed as well. I used to have Sweet Gums when I lived in Jersey. Great fall color. They're not hardy here in Michigan. I believe you Californians call them Liquid Amber. I think the real name is