Mnt. Hood

[HSakols]

My wife and I went on our annual trip up to Oregon.  We were hoping to get away from the heat and smoke in California, only to find it was just as bad up north.  We did find some relief on Mount Hood.  I especially enjoyed Pardise Park on the mountain.  All I brought was my Olympus setup and a light tripod. 

[luxborealis]

Of the series, I like the fourth one best. This is not a criticism of the other three, as I appreciate the landscapes and the more abstract third, it's just the greenery somehow has more "character".

[HSakols]

I know what you are saying.  Funny, when I was photographing the corn lillies, I told my wife this is so Chliche - but I couldn't resist! There is something about the quality of the light.

Thanks for the comment.

Hugh

[thierrylegros396]

Of the series, I like the fourth one best. This is not a criticism of the other three, as I appreciate the landscapes and the more abstract third, it's just the greenery somehow has more "character".

+1 Very Nice Indeed, I like the subtle colors and curves.

Thierry

[graeme]

#3 is an interesting one, I'd be tempted to try a BW version.

[Jeremy Roussak]

I find #3 abstractly interesting, but #4 is the most appealing.

Jeremy

[Dave (Isle of Skye)]

I wonder what the 4th image would look like with the Nik SilverEfex infrared filter applied?

With greens like that, sometimes a really nice mono can emerge out of it as well.

Dave

[Paulo Bizarro]

For me:

#1 has a bit of bland light, not very interesting.

#2 has the same type of light, but the foreground flowers add interest and context.

#3 is a nice study in diagonal lights, and has good warm light.

#4 is a good close-up, typical of what John Shaw might shoot for his books:)

[HSakols]

#4 is a good close-up, typical of what John Shaw might shoot for his books:)

I read and enjoyed his books!