Tuesday, March 20, 2012

A Splinter in My Mind

I often wonder if other people "see" things the same way I do. I was out to lunch at a restaurant that serves wood fire pizzas. As I was leaving I stopped and stared at these piles of wood. I had  to take a picture.  The symmetry and patterns of the wood pile drew me in. It was a beautiful day out and I didn't capture the warmth I "saw" when I took the shot so I deepened the shadows, added a little glow and warmed up the color to recreate what I saw that day.  (f2.6, ISO 50)
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  1. AnonymousMarch 25, 2012 at 6:28 PM

    The warm tone and contrast work-up does the trick when you first see it it is an abstract and you focus on the shapes ans patterns then after a min or so you "ah-ha" moment and figure out what it is, Great shot.

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    1. SMGallmanMarch 26, 2012 at 9:24 PM

      Thanks Rich. I am enjoying this outlet that lets me share my less conventional shots.

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  2. APMarch 26, 2012 at 8:06 PM

    Great patterns! It plays tricks with the eyes. The shallow depth of field give it a nice dreamy effect. Nicely done!

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    1. SMGallmanMarch 26, 2012 at 9:30 PM

      Thanks Tex. Its what my fireplace was dreaming of this winter :)

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  3. Les DamronsApril 2, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    I see it too. :) Love the patterns on this shot!

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