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Lightplay


Lightplay
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Copyright: Markus Peissard (Heaven) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 811 W: 108 N: 1736] (6060)
Genre: Landscapes
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-11-16
Categories: Trees
Camera: Sony A700, Minolta AF 28-70 f 2.8
Exposure: f/5.0, 1/25 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-12-08 10:10
Viewed: 911
Favorites: 5 [view]
Points: 88
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Hi all!

During a walk in the November forest my wife and I were touched by the beauty of the lightplay. We had escaped from the deep fog that was just lying on the roof of our house and appreciated the warm sun shining through the autumnal forest.

We didn't talk much, the nature around us was quiet, our hearts were filled with peace and love. Sometimes, when the light created atmospheres like this one, our thoughts also went to our relatives that had already gone. We knew that of each other without telling.

Nature makes things like this happen...

Kind regards

Markus

Taken in RAW, basic level corrections in camera raw; import to PS, level corrections and strong attenuation of the bright tones, little saturation, sharpness.

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Hi Markus,
Very well done cature of this sun rays in forest- looks very nice, good saturation and compo.
Cheers!
Adrian

This is lovely Markus. I think your photo captured you mood very well. Even the photo makes one feel reflective. I really like all the verticals with the angled shafts of light. Exposure is good with details even in the shadows.

TFS
Evelynn ; )

Hola Markus, de nuevo por aquí. Creía que solo eran detalles los que captabas pero has hecho una transformación y nos presentas un bosque de sueño.
Evidentemente un bello trabajo con la luz, adornado por las geometrias de los troncos. Como muchas de tus fotografías, nos invita a la calma y a la reflexión.
Saludos: Josep Ignasi.

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  • jaycee Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2493 W: 11 N: 6885] (21912)
  • [2008-12-08 10:50]

Hi Markus,

A stunning picture and very touching notes. The diagonal rays of light meeting the vertical trees is magnificent. Your title is just perfect. It's nice seeing the blue sky with the white clouds through the relative darkness. Another masterpiece!

Jane

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  • Pearl Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Silver Note Writer [C: 85 W: 25 N: 45] (137)
  • [2008-12-08 10:53]

Hello Markus,

This is such a lovely shot of this forest. The lighting is plyed well. the rays are perfect, lovely natural colors, good DOF and well presented. Composition and POV are splindid. TFS.

Pearl.

Hi Markus, fantastic light in a fascinating forest, superb composition with wonderful trees, very well done, I like a lot, ciao Silvio

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  • erve Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 90 W: 5 N: 119] (580)
  • [2008-12-08 13:02]

Hello markus,

theres nothing quite like walking through the forest in the early morning. You have caught the forests magical atmosphere here perfectly.
The trees here look awesome and the light shining through is truly beautiful.

TFS

ewan

Ciao Markus,
i giochi di luce e di ombre che si creano all'interno di un bosco e che si possono ammirare quando s'incontra una piccola radura mi hanno sempre affascinato; in questa immagine hai reso molto bene questa meravigliosa atmosfera che non è facile cogliere con la macchina fotografica.
TFS.
Maurizio

Markus,
Wow, excellent image capture the ray of light coming through between the trees. Very well managed on the light and different shade of darkness and light on the tree trunks, showing great depth. Good details on the foreground with falled leaves, beautiful and misty atmosphere full of nature's beauty. This should go to my favorite.
Thanks.

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  • horia Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2173 W: 220 N: 4384] (14904)
  • [2008-12-08 15:26]

Hi Markus

Wonderful landscape scene here and superbly captured mood of this particular moment in this nice forest.
I really liked how you expressed the atmosphere around you and your wife when you took this shot and i have to say you are right...nature has such a hidden power.
Technically, the shot is great, with a terrific natural contrast and lovely patterns everywhere (parallel straight lines in the upper part and mosaic leaves in the lower).
On top of everything, a gorgeous composition.

Bravo and TFS
Horia

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  • Jamesp Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1351 W: 0 N: 5494] (16524)
  • [2008-12-08 23:41]

Hi Markus

A superb composition - well seen and captured. This would make an excellent poster.

James

Hy Markus
I understand your feelings perfect looking at this picture. In the middle of the nature, in such moments, words are useless. And I am very glad that you captured with fine details that atmosphere and you shared with us. I like the vertical lines of the trees and the pattern of the sun rays on the ground, illuminating patches of fallen leaves.
All the best, Oana

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  • Argus Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3825 W: 190 N: 11396] (35111)
  • [2008-12-09 0:48]

Hello Markus,
This is a wonderful capture of the play of light through the trees in what looks like a mixed forest of trees of different ages. This is not only a good thing for biological diversity but it allows a gifted photographer like you to utilise the varied thicknesses of the tree trunks and light to produce a superb shot like this with the carpet of autumn leaves as a fine touch.
Who needs to go to a church or cathedral when one finds oneself in such an environment? Thanks you for this excellent inspiration and insight into what you and your wife have experienced here.
Kind regards,
Ivan

Hallo Markus
You have captured this scene with great colours and the whole scenery gives the feeling of awakening. The details are just excellent and there is such a lot to appreciate in this image. This is actually a PPPP – Pretty, perfect picture photo. I just love the sunrays shining through the darkness of the trees, announcing the break of a new day. It actually looks like a painting and I very much appreciated this one. The leaf covered surface between the trees is in my opinion great and adds a special touch to this lovely image. Thanks for sharing.
Kind regards
Anna

Hi Markus!

This view is really touching, I think I can imagine what you could feel there. Probably you present the atmosphere just like it was there so one that looks at it can imagine that peace you felt.
What surprises me is that there are places like this around your home, as most of your pictures shows a different environment. It's nice to see more and more aspects of an area. TFS!

Best regards,
Andor

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  • uleko Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3001 W: 162 N: 989] (2897)
  • [2008-12-09 3:57]

Hello Markus,
I believe this subject has often been compared to a cathedral and I've spent many times on my own in such a forest not feeling a bit lonely or afraid - it really brings you peace! Your capture is wonderful with the diagonal sunrays breaking through between the tall tree trunks. Beautiful details and colours and very well composed.
TFS and best wishes, Ulla

Hi Markus,

So beautiful perspective and attractive scene from a subforest. the contrast between the leaves on the ground and tree trunks, the sun shining through the branches is also great. I like the role that sun is playing in this image.
TFS thif fine capture my friend.
Cheers,

bayram

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  • eng55 Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1158 W: 32 N: 1194] (3660)
  • [2008-12-09 5:39]

Hi Markus,
It's magnificent landscape.I liked POV,sun rays,framing and visual effect a lot.Excellent work!
Thanks for posting.

Hello Markus,
I enjoyed reading your thoughts on this matter..as well as your conclusion that brings it all together.
The image speaks of solitude and introspection, it's where that still small voice resides. Love is thoughtful & kind, it sets no boundaries.
And I very much agree - "Nature makes things like this happen". :)
Well done!
Howard

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  • anel Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1730 W: 0 N: 3938] (15810)
  • [2008-12-09 7:25]

Lieber markus,
Das Licht in diesem Wald ist wirklich magisch und Du hast es mit diesem schönen Bild hervorragend eingefangen. Deine Gedanken kann man gut vollziehen, kommt doch das Licht wie aus einer anderen Welt.. Was die Komposition betrifft, frage ich mich, ob einige mm unten wegeschnitten werden könnten. Dies ist natürlich nur eine Suggestion. Ich habe wieder Schwindelanfälle und kann nicht sehr lange am PC bleiben. So, tauch ich nur so sporadisch mit meinen Kritiken auf.
Herzliche Grüsse
Anne

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  • SelenE Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2405 W: 63 N: 4227] (13822)
  • [2008-12-09 7:29]

Hi Markus,
Light is beautiful. You created magic with the exposure! Very nicely composed photo with good saturation and contrast. TFS
All the best,
Selen

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  • Alex99 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3591 W: 143 N: 5691] (18607)
  • [2008-12-09 8:47]

Hi Markus.
I am nor sure it is easy to get so nice shot at dark key. Ratio between shadows and sun beams are refined as well as the exposure of all parts of the scene. I also am impressed with great details of the landscape. Dry leaves and even twigs on the BG are detailed very well. However, the main key is the soul of the shot. My warm greetings.
Alexei.

Hi Markus,
I have been behind this kind of shoot so many times...the last one the fog was so fast that only lasted for brief seconds.
Anyways, you've got a very special image, plenty of beauty, that transmits so many feelings and thoughts, evocative.
I agree totally with the ideas expressed in your notes.
A great and unique moment.
Thanks for share and my best regards,
JM

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  • clnaef Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 778 W: 67 N: 645] (6814)
  • [2008-12-09 22:35]

Bonjour,
Belle et mystérieuse ambiance de saison.
Bonne journée.
clnaef

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  • Adanac Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1169 W: 1 N: 5208] (17609)
  • [2008-12-10 4:09]

Hello Markus,
Such atmosphere this image has, you have captured the beauty and peacefulness of the moment superbly Markus. Fantastic work, thank you for sharing.
Rick

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  • PaulH Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1112 W: 23 N: 3660] (13089)
  • [2008-12-10 9:55]

Evocative and almost dreamlike...not often a photo creates such an impression. Expertly exposed and very good PP work, sun rays through trees can so often be a clche, but this manages to transcend that Markus, not easy to do..
Paul

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  • joey Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2001 W: 226 N: 6845] (24727)
  • [2008-12-10 13:12]

Hi Markus,
a beautiful scene!
The light is magical :-)
Very good exposure.
Superb composition.

Well done,
Joe

Hi Markus
Excellent capture of the sun rays coming through trees. Very nicely composed with good exposure and detail. Very well done.
TFS
Tom

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  • foozi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1339 W: 0 N: 2585] (9117)
  • [2008-12-10 23:35]

Hi Markus,
a splendid light coming through the forest and between trees. Like light of guidance, into life and soul of human being. That is what I would think of. But in your picture it reflects the beauty of the tones and colour. The well controlled intesity of the light in the humid and damp environment.
Well captured and beautiful art of expression too.

Regards,
Foozi

Hi dear Markus ,
What a nice shot.This is wonderful.
I like this place and lights.
A perfect work
TFS
Regards
Saeed

I see 60 now but it will go way up..I love it way too much....This is among your very best for my eyes...it contains photo elements which I cannot put into words!
Bob

I am quite familiar with forest views such as this one, Markus. However, what makes this image so striking is the sunlight filtering down to the floor of the forest through trees and turning visible in the morning fog. It is a heavenly sight.
Thanks for sharing this soothing picture and best regards.
Ram

Bonjour Markus
Tu nous gâtes, cette prise de vue est digne d'un grand cinéaste...
Merci beaucoup
amicalement
Laurent

Hello Markus !
I love this kind of pictures so much ! Dark forest, just some silvery rays of light, mysterious atmosphere - wonderful ! Composition and POv are truly splendid, too. When I look at this picture, I can feel exactly what you are describing in your note, quiet, peace, love. Fantastic pcture. Very well done !
Valerie.

Amazing!

Hi markus this is amazing exposure and colour temp. ya, this is so beautiful lightplay.I hope i can watch it in live. Congrat. and many thanks for sharing.TFS.

regards
mohaimin

sorry i fogot you name on my first word.

Bonjour Markus,

Très belle photo de sous-bois. Très beau jeu d'ombres et de lumières. La tranquilité de cet endroit transparaît bien dans la photo. Excellentes couleurs naturelles.
Bonne journée,
Mariki

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  • hester Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1515 W: 18 N: 3165] (11638)
  • [2008-12-18 9:49]

Hi Markus

The light beams are glorious. Beautiful exposure and very nicely composed. It makes a beautiful and peaceful scene

TFS

Karan

Hi Markus,
I can't understand that I missed this one. Its such an inspiration one. I've been looking for such light conditions for such a long time that I am almost to the point that I will give up. Your photo and note changed that and I will continue on my quest.
Its peaceful and tranquil mood is grand. The clarity of the view is superb and the details are perfect. I just love the ray of light in the center of the photo. Your PP work is impressive, I know what you did, but can't see that you did it.
TFS,
Niek

Hello Markus,
I seems to miss out this great shot of yours and sorry for my delay as well! perfect composition of the beauty of nature in it's best!
the great displayed of light and shadows brings perfect harmony in the forest with those great lights
many thanks for the wonderful sharing
sincerely wishing you and family
THE MOST JOYFUL AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR2009
my sincere and warmest greeting from NZ
your friend
Tony

Lieber Markus,
wunderschön in weichen Farben und grosser Raumtiefe eingefangene Lichtstimmung im spätherbstlichen Wald.
Mit Dank und herzlichen Grüssen aus dem frostig sonnigen Wien. Bonne Année!
Peter

Lovely phot Markus. Possibly my favourite on yourt gallery. The lighting is really special, and I feel you've managed to capture quite a magical mood.
Matt

Hello Markus,

This is lovely Markus. The lightspot in the middle and the rays makes this photo perfect. You are staying there at the right place and the righttime Markus.

A superb composition.

Kind regards and TFS Bob

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  • Janice Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3315 W: 148 N: 6113] (18648)
  • [2009-01-09 17:21]

I love seeing the rays of light falling through the trees in the forests.
It is quite beautiful Markus, and the lighting and shadows give interesting patterns
TFS
Janice

hi markus!
very very beautiful!

Excellent, gorgeous composition, the sunlight streaming down through the trees is very attractive. A very beautiful photo.

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