The Woods

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• Heaven (6108)
• [2008-01-23 5:05]

Hi Bob!

Just superb! Both, text (especially the beginning!) and the picture. B&W here is perfect, it restitutes the atmosphere very well. It also creates an apparently contradictory effect of warmth. I say apparently, because in fact it isn't. The world of ice and snow can be very warm. Here's another proof!

Kind regards

Markus

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• lousat (19689)
• [2008-01-23 6:14]

Hi Bob,every day better,this is great great pic,i like a lot the atmosphere and the b/w's choice,have a nice day,Luciano

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• PaulH (13129)
• [2008-01-23 6:14]
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Hi Bob,
this almost looks like a film set, but only because everything is laid out so so well for us to see, you chose a great POV! The B & W works well again here, and the frame is a perfect choice. I'm hoping to get out into my nearest 'wilderness' at the beginning of spring, The Scottish Highlands.
tfs
Paul

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• Adanac (17609)
• [2008-01-23 6:43]

Hi Bob,
Your words and images always speak volumes to me. Simply put I wouldn't miss your postings for each day is a learning experience that I treasure.
Rick

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• CeltickRanger (15355)
• [2008-01-23 7:00]

hello Bob

once again great photographer's note

and superb « nostalgic effect » shot in black & white
(grayscale) tones that i am loving more and more

TFS

Asbed

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• jaycee (21912)
• [2008-01-23 7:48]

Hi Bob,

When I looked at the picture and started reading your notes I thought - Robert Frost. And sure enough, there he was towards the end of your text. This picture is just perfect in black and white.

Jane

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• NinaM (6596)
• [2008-01-23 8:04]

Hi Bob, I don't know how you do it and that's your mystery for us to enjoy. You just do it splendidly! Everything here is laid smoothly, with curves and tranquility, as if resting peacefully. You make me love B&W, look at all those contrasts and yet perfect exposure. Thank you so much, and for the notes, always a pleasure to read,

Francine

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• K9madtex (1020)
• [2008-01-23 9:19]

Nice winter scene. Good note too. I really like the first and last paragraph. I bet this pond would be great for wildlife in the spring.

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• Royaldevon (4227)
• [2008-01-23 11:10]

Hello Bob,

Those twigs are like hands calling for help ... or maybe they are just waiting to pull you in! Nature is not easy to predict! But, I can see why you want to venture in there, even if only to make your mark in the virgin snow!
Superb notes to add another dimension to your photograph!

Kind regards,
Bev :-)
Many thanks for your warm comments on 'Feathery winter coat'.

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• jai_glenny (775)
• [2008-01-23 12:48]

Mr Bob

What a super shot, I almost expect to see a small lady trudge past with the wood for her evening fire. Emotionally charged and full of depth as usual.

Sterling work that man.

Jai

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• nglen (32334)
• [2008-01-23 13:34]

Hi Bob. Once again i read your notes with much interest. you have posted a very good winter picture. we dont seem to get any snow any more. this looks just right in BW. good detail and patterns.well done TFS.
Nick..

PS I dont work all the time I am just on call.

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• wahclella (639)
• [2008-01-23 15:22]

Hello Bob,
Even though it is frozen, this small but wild glade warms the heart and sends our thoughts soaring to what may be hidden just beyond our sight, and to what it shall lend to our heart's desire?
Simple, but yet complex is this image! A Tale of Two Thoughts...
Steve

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• lizzie (2855)
• [2008-01-23 15:58]

Hi Bob,

By cutting all the trees in half on your images, it adds a stronger atmosphere to your shot. There is no real focus to look at and this is the beauty of it because me eyes go in every directions to discover something new in your picture. Sometimes, we say too busy, but not in this one. Well done!

Lise

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• marieproue (3672)
• [2008-01-23 19:40]

Magnifique encore un beau paysage en noir et blanc cela est encore plus grandiose.
Merci
Marie

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• azleader (931)
• [2008-01-23 21:36]

Serene and beautiful. Like sepia for processing this image.

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• XOTAELE (8)
• [2008-01-24 1:44]

Excelente atmósfera la que has creado con los tonos que has escogido para publicar este trabajo.
Un lugar sobrecogedor...
Saludos, JL.

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• joey (24727)
• [2008-01-24 2:31]

Hi Bob,
very original capture!
There's a ghostly light which is enhanced by the B+W medium.
Fabulous composition and POV.
Lots of interest throughout the photo from the old fence to the blackened branch sticking out of the frozen water.
Great notes also.
Well done,
Joe

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• Jamesp (16524)
• [2008-01-24 6:24]

Hi Bob

Sorry missed this one. A really atmospheric shot and interesting note. I think B&W works really well here.

James

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• haraprasan (17792)
• [2008-01-24 6:31]

Namastay Bob,
A beautiful BW capture of the woods. Very well composed and although it is in BW but watching thoughtfully you can see colors and the yellow Sunrays reflect over the ground. Well thought. Thanks a lot for sharing.

Sincerely
Haraprasan

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• angybone (7672)
• [2008-01-24 15:34]

Again that dreamlike feel to your photo.
Great shot - is it b&w or sepia? Or maybe just the sepia feel. I dunno but I like it.

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• captainsgirl (4082)
• [2008-01-26 16:44]

Hi Bob,
Oh a masterpiece for sure, I love the woods just as much as you love the Great Lakes, the smell of the pines and the smell of the freshly fallen snow, the black and white is perfect it really indeed is a beautiful photo. TFS
Donna:o)

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• warnzy (20)
• [2008-01-27 12:31]

Hi Bob,

Stunning picture - I do like your monotones - and a great note too. The refuge has an almost spiritual quality, and I get the feeling that this is how you see it. You may only be able to go 100ft or so, but at least you get to see 100ft of this amazing place and have the sence to see and appreciate it. For that at least, you must be grateful.

Mike