I like to manipulate photos. A lot. But here’s the thing: I’m forced to edit about 90% of my nature stuff to death. Like this previous mountain post. It’s a futile attempt to compete with the real thing (or even ballpark the feeling of actually ‘being there’). There’s just no quit in nature’s insistence to be the star of the show. Blah. This is supposed to be all about me, you know.
Chuckie: “Just submit, Morgan. He’s got you in the Cobra Clutch…”
– Ben Affleck – Good Will Hunting
About this image: digital photograph, moderately modified
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Ooo so pretty! And bonus! This was taken by our rock AND the marmot hotel. Remember, we went to Dunraven Inn restaurant first for a nice dinner, then to the park to watch the sunset… it was our last official date before we were married! We climbed up on that big boulder and I got bird poop on my Beatles shirt. 😛 Awww it was romantic. 🙂
P.S. Nice marmot.
Too bad it didn’t land on your head. That would have been good luck.
Come to think of it, I’m having a difficult time remembering if it was John, Paul, George or Ringo who was the lucky one…
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I hope you are referring to the bird poop Bearman? 🙂
Hahaha…
he must be…
Bearmen must know that birds poop in the mountains, right?!
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But does it make a sound if no one is there?
I think it depends on which came first…
the pooper or the poopie…
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Thank you very much, Annabelle!
I remember most of that… it’s hard to believe it’s been over 5 years already, isn’t it? I guess time flies when you’re having fun – or being dive-bombed by birds! 😉
P.S. Also, let’s not forget – let’s not forget, Dude – that keeping wildlife, an amphibious rodent, for uh, domestic, you know, within the city – that aint legal either. 🙂
I am not a rodent!!
Hahaha…
I’d never put labels on my favorite Wombies…
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really love your polaroid look! nice back story from Annabelle too!
Thank you very much, sir!
I thought that was very nice of her, too!
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I knew you would come up with something superb, and you did not disappoint. Great effect. And Annabelle’s “rest of the story” was a nice touch, too. Nice to meet you, Annabelle! 🙂
That is very kind of you, Cecelia, thank you!
I’m still not sure about this one, though… I’m not hating it, but… hmm…
I did enjoy Annabelle’s story, though!
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What a lovely view to see first thing in the morning. Really beautiful. I can smell the air, too. Lovely.
My only suggestion, include a marmot next time. With Annabelle’s back-story, it seems marmots need to be represented. (smile)
It was a really cool…
the sort of thing I really struggle to represent with a photo…
a wonderful place to spend some time just relaxing.
Hahaha… now THAT’S an idea, Ms. D! *squeak squeak*
Hmm… do marmots squeak? It seems like they might…
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This photo actually reminds me of an old western. 🙂
Oh, yeah… I can see that!
This one would be much cooler if either Clint or the Duke have been able to stop by!
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So darn purdy!
That’s very kindly of ya’, ma’am…
*tips hat*
Thank ya’!
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Um, I don’t care what you have to do to it. It’s well worth it. The finished product is awesome.
Thanks, U.M… I hope so. I’m not always convinced with this landscape stuff. Seems like it could use a little more work… hmm.. now where did I leave that sock full-o-batteries?!
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A good picture with good manipulation and soo much love…i’m so glad I stopped by, I cnt help the smile its got to my face!!bless the romance ans the happy couple 🙂
Thank you very much, Kamakshi! With so many choices on which way to push an image, I’m never really sure I’ve gone down the right path, so it was very nice to hear you liked this one!
I’m glad you stopped by as well – your kind comment has put a smile on my face as well! 🙂
I know what you’re referring to…it’s kind of like trying to relay the actual beauty of being there? That’s something that is really difficult to capture on camera, especially with mountains and landscapes. Just my opinion. But the editing looks good! This place looks so beautiful and happy, and I love the stream in the foreground.
Halie
Absolutely, PFB… I completely agree with that description… you’ve said it very well!
I’m very happy to hear this one turned out okay… landscapes are a huge challenge for me, so your kind comment was very much appreciated! Thanks you so much for stopping by!
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love the light. i think it’s great!!
That is very kind of you, U.M…
thank you very much!
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I like the picture. The planes look harsh but the creek looks like an inviting place to cool down after a long hike. Mountains always make for a great horizon, and the sun glare is a nice effect. I bet that water is nice and cold.
Thanks so much for visiting! And for your kind words as well!
I’m not a huge outdoors type (which might explain part of my difficulty with landscape shots), but as I recall it really was an amazing place to walk around and just spend some time relaxing. It seems like the water was very cold, too… in a good way… but it would be very difficult to forget part/feeling!
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Sweet, and remember it’s not nice to fool with Mother Nature…I have this on good authority. 😉
It would seem wrong for me to even try, Mr. J…
something tells me that she’s gonna’ win every time!
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Little House on The Prairie rang and they want their scene back!
Hahaha…
afraid they’ll have to wait a while longer…
Ma and Pa say I’ve still got some meadow running time left…
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Careful Pa don’t whip out his fiddle 🙂
Hahaha…
Nehawwwwww!
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You really captured the essence of old snapshots with this one. I have some authentically old shots (not as nice) that look much like this!
That is very nice of you to say, sir… thank you!
I’m always happy to hear that my attempts at replicating retro are working out okay…
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You are the master of your own media Grasshopper. The nature you reveal to us comes through the lens of your perception. Well done. ( You may now walk off barefoot into the horizon as music gently plays.)
Many thanks to you kind sir!
*distant gong sounds as I take a humble and appreciative bow…*
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Beautiful!
Pick your perfect view…mountains or ocean?
My husband and I just had this conversation. I picked the mountains and he picked the ocean. We need to find a place with both. 🙂
Thank you so very much!
Now that is a difficult question – I’m not so sure I could choose! I think your final thought is the best solution to this one, Y.A.W.!
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Well done!
This picture looks like an Icelandic sunrise in September.
Thank you very much, sir!
I’ve never been to Iceland, but it looks amazing in/from all the photos I’ve seen!
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Hey, you made all those pictures in your blog. I love them! If not, I love your taste 🙂 I’m glad, that I dropped here.
Indeed… everything you see here I’m responsible for… (although I’d like to take more credit for some things than others)!
Thank you very much, Ms. B – you are very kind, and I really appreciate the visit!
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i agree. it is SO HARD to capture nature even slightly as beautiful as it really is. but, the editing helps I think. it adds feeling and moodiness, and even if it doesn’t resemble what you saw, it still looks amazing. I personally love this!
*whew*
I’m a bit relieved to hear I’m not alone in that feeling…
trying stuff like this reminds me how talented that Ansel dude was!
Thank you very much, B.D. – you are too kind!
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Good feeling of expansive bigness here, SIG. I love mountains.
Thank you very much, S.E…
I’ve only seen mountains once, but they were pretty spectacular… which is why I’m often disappointed with my photos from that trip. My images just don’t seem to convey the majesty of that place.
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Gorgeous.
Thank you very much, Susan!
I really appreciate your kind comment! And that you’ve stopped by as well!
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That’s a beautiful scene. It looks like it is straight from the central highlands of Tasmania
Thank you so much, Tony!
The photos I’ve seen of Tasmania all seem to be absolutely amazing…
I’d love to visit some day!
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Feel good photograph – love it!
Thanks very much for the kind comment –
I really appreciate your stopping by!
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