Bill Vogel
November 2025 - Dancing Aspens In Mono
About the Image(s)
Taken on Ophir pass road in Colorado with a Sony 99ll, 20 mm Zeiss at f11, ISO 400. The aspen trees are curved due to an avalanche many years ago.
3 comments posted
Elsie Allen
Bill,
The subject and composition of this image is very impactful.
My only suggestion is to reduce brightness in the background and, if possible eliminate the hot spots.
Posted: 11/18/2025 22:10:35
The subject and composition of this image is very impactful.
My only suggestion is to reduce brightness in the background and, if possible eliminate the hot spots.
Posted: 11/18/2025 22:10:35
Hi Bill. I think this is one of your better images to-date. I like the composition, and you've handled the post processing well. Nice tonal range. I'm not sure I'd reduce the background brightness unless you were able to brighten the main tree trunks. I think some contrast between subject and background is needed - either dark trees with light background or vice versa. Posted: 11/21/2025 00:53:22
The low angle ad the spacing you chose between the trees makes a world of difference from a straight frontal view. Wonderful choice. The black base works as an anchor holding the eye to the subject. Well done
Posted: 11/22/2025 17:07:27
Posted: 11/22/2025 17:07:27