About the Image(s)

Wire Suspension Bridge New Portland Maine
Location: New Portland, ME
Shot: January 2013
Photographer: Grace Dunklee Cohen
Gear: Canon 5D, EF 8-15 f / 4L Fisheye
Settings: 1/100 - f / 11 handheld
Always excited to find an apropos subject for my (then newish) fisheye, the wire suspension bridge in New Portland Maine was just the spot. I envisioned this shot well in advance of arriving. I wasn’t sure the overcast weather would work that, but I really like the way this turned out.
Adjustments were made to light, contrast, color, and clarity. I cropped to square it, and added a light vignette to soften the outer edges.
I offer a B&W of this image for your feedback, but felt that the wood and pine trees helped add overall depth and dimension.
A note on the Canon EF 8-15 Fisheye ??“ I ordered this from Hunts Photo when Canon announced it would be introducing this lens in their next release. I’ve done a lot of business with Hunts over the years and the owner Gary Farber promised to get me on the advance order list and it was due in the spring of 2011. However, all shipments came to a standstill after the Fukushima earthquake/disaster and the lens was delayed. Canon delivered their first shipment in August to Nat Geo photographers … and me. I rarely use this lens ??“ but it’s just the right tool for a very few fun shots!
I’VE GOT GALAPAGOS QUESTIONS ??“ HAVE YOU BEEN? I’ll be going to the Galapagos this month and will appreciate any suggestions and advice on traveling with gear, shooting, etc. from other Group members!