Susan Quinn
February 2025 - Michael’s Tree
About the Image(s)
I have just returned home from Northern Japan, Hokkaido. This is an area made famous by Michael Kenna. I have never spent so much time out in the falling snow. I did learn how to expose to the right on Manual setting. The image was shot with my Sony AR 7 5. I did minimal adjustments in LR. Did not need to use Nik Silver Effects as it was already monochrome. It was snowing heavily which gives the overall image a pencil sketch look.
Today in Ashland it has been snowing all day and once the roads clear, I am hoping to go out and capture some more, Michael Kenna like image. Susan
5 comments posted
Susan, Michael Kenna is an influential photographer. Your image also reminds me of the work of Shinzo Maeda. This is a beautiful study of the tree. I am almost wishing for a substantial fall of snow at home, something which is very rare nowadays. Posted: 02/12/2025 10:20:30
Hi Susan
No distractions you go straight to the tree it emphasises the shapes,forms and patterns of the branches it works for me. Posted: 02/12/2025 22:02:41
No distractions you go straight to the tree it emphasises the shapes,forms and patterns of the branches it works for me. Posted: 02/12/2025 22:02:41
Susan - a delightfull image, so delicate yet full of shape, form and texture. I am not familiar with the work of Michael Kenna, but I am sure that he would be impressed! Very well done. Posted: 02/13/2025 10:47:30
Hi Susan: A really high key image with lots of detail and texture. Your composition is well done. Posted: 02/13/2025 16:01:40
Hello Susan,
A minimalist but powerful composition, the tree is well-positioned, and the high-key exposure emphasizes the delicate branches. I haven't dabbled in high-key photography but your beautiful photo is certainly making me want to try. Posted: 02/16/2025 14:15:35
A minimalist but powerful composition, the tree is well-positioned, and the high-key exposure emphasizes the delicate branches. I haven't dabbled in high-key photography but your beautiful photo is certainly making me want to try. Posted: 02/16/2025 14:15:35