Celebrating the autumnal equinox…
I spent a couple of day in a magical place in the Minnesota North woods, along the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. It wasn’t a weekend just about photography, it was about new friendships. I still managed to take a few pictures…
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Valerie–I think you have out done yourself here. Some of these images are simply spectacular. I love your reply to the questions. Such truth. I admire your work all the more because you capture the beauty without manipulation or minimal manipulation. The magic is all around us. Bravo to you!
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When I lived in Minneapolis, one regret I had was not being able to get out and seeing some of the back-country, especially to the northern part of the state. One look at your photos tells me I missed out, but at least I get a sense of the vibrant colours, and even, the unmistakable smells of the wet early-autumn forest. Thanks for your post, Valérie!
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J’adore la feuille rouge et la rosée. Bravo. C’est moi qui ai de la chance de connaître de talentueux photographes
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Beautiful work. Great photo essay!!
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Okay guys, sorry about not giving more info each time I post. Honestly I am not very interested in that kind of information in general. The art of photography is all about the end result and the emotion created by the image. I have the 10 second rule in post processing per image. Meaning I try to get it right in camera because I don’t like spending much time in front of my computer. All these were shot handheld with my 5d MarkII and a 24-70 mm f/2.8 lens in aperture priority. The first image was shot at 70 mm, ISO100 f/4.5 1/200 sec. The sky was overcast and I was in the woods, yet some leaves were catching an amazing defused light through the branches. The colors were so vibrant that very little post processing was necessary. I use Lightroom to adjust the exposure slightly if/when necessary. I sometimes add a touch of contrast and vibrance. 5 to 10 seconds and I’m done! The magic is in nature, not in the digital darkroom 🙂 It’s all about seeing the light!
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I’m with Sandra here, I’d like a lesson in how to capture such vibrant photos in that light too 😀
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We’re not as far along with the seasons in southern KY; as others have asked, in preparation for the season, I’d be interested in EXIF data.
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gorgeous…
I love all of them !
Same as Sandra, I wonder to ask you the details (aperture… ) and may be post processing ?
They are so clean and the colors … waouh !
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Great photos!
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Absolutely stunning photos – thanks for sharing them. The first one is my favourite, with the verandah & moose/deer antlers on it, coming a close second.
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Wonderful, I don’t know why but Fall14 is my favorite. Maybe this beautiful landscape. Beautiful photos!
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As one who now lives in the desert, your pictures are therapy to my eyes. Thank you for sharing.
Vi
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Gorgeous colours and again the detail such as raindrops most of us miss or take for granted. A nice relaxing break from street photography which I should try for a change. Glad you had a great time and I thought that camera would not be too far out of reach. Thankfully! Chris.
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amazing pictures !!! keep it up Valerie !
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Stunning imagery! Makes me want to get out of town.
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Valerie – I love your work. You have such a talent.
I wonder if it is too much trouble to ask what your camera settings were (ISO, f-stop, etc.) were when you shot the leaves, seeds and the jaw hanging from the tree.
They are so clear and vibrant…
Do you do much post work?
Sandra
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Ah, Fall is in the air. Thanks Valerie for a first peak at what is to come. Do you have any input regarding the jaw in the tree?
Bob Harron
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Love the North Shore…thanks for the beautifully captured images.
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