Ed Palaszynski
November 2025 - Untitled
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About the Image(s)
Description: Something a little different for the group. This past summer, we did a workshop in Newfoundland (NL) specifically for the seabird rookeries along the coast of NL. One of these birds are Common Murres. Presented below is a B&W version of one of their rookeries as seen from Witless Bay, NL. There are four islands comprising this major rookery and this is just a small portion of one of them. Color converted in PS and tweaked in LR. Image taken from a boat using Nikon Z9, 100-400mm lens, F7.1. Comments welcome.
2 comments posted
Technically, I think this image was handled quite well. It has n=nice tonal values and contrast. And, this image certainly does tell a story. I just wonder if there isn't too much in the image. Although, if I'd have been there I would have taken one like it also. Posted: 11/05/2025 15:47:35
Hi Ed: Welcome to Mono Group #11.
I like both the original and the monochrome conversion, each has its own special message.
The original color version tells a good nature story of the Common Murres in their native habitat. To me the monochrome conversion becomes almost abstract as the birds blend in with the rocks so well. The overall tonality of the monochrome conversion has been handled quite well, and with good depth of field top to bottom.
A lot to look at in this picture with the large number of birds nestled among the rocks. Posted: 11/05/2025 17:19:58
I like both the original and the monochrome conversion, each has its own special message.
The original color version tells a good nature story of the Common Murres in their native habitat. To me the monochrome conversion becomes almost abstract as the birds blend in with the rocks so well. The overall tonality of the monochrome conversion has been handled quite well, and with good depth of field top to bottom.
A lot to look at in this picture with the large number of birds nestled among the rocks. Posted: 11/05/2025 17:19:58