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Tidepools, Ecological Preserve, Dana Point CA
© 2006 cgarrard

Another variation in the Tidepool project. This one combines a bit of the mystic quality and realism of Nature together.

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Photo by: cgarrard
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Date: Sun Mar 19, 2006
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Keywords: tidepools ecological preserve dana point ca
Camera: Cyber-shot DSC-R1

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Other Equipment: Tripod
Shutter Speed and Aperture: 1/3rd Sec. @ f-16
ISO: 160

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Photo-John

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Juicy! This one makes me thirsty - it feels very wet. That's been one of the things I've noticed about this series. I think it's the shutter speeds you've been using. I think you've found a great balance where the motion of the water conveys motion but doesn't lose the feel of water.

I like how there are two obvious areas in this photo - the one where the water is more active, and the protected area with the anemones. And the anenomes are a nice addition. They add a new element to the series - life.

I am also noting that the tonal range on this is excellent. What kind of processing did you do? The hihglights are perfect and there's great shadow detail. Composition is very, very good, too.

Thanks for sharing another one. I am very happy that you're continuing with this series and appreciate that you're sharing them with us. I feel like I'm getting to see something really special.

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#1 Sun Mar 19, 2006 2:36pm

cgarrard

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Thank you John!
Yes I have played with the shutter speed a bit more to get desired effects, nothing gets past you! That's one thing I like about your critiques so much is your honesty backed with all of your knowledge. Really helps!

Glad you see/like the two area's, this stood out for me and is why I picked this one out of the shoot.

Well I took you advice on P.S. and am using it (CS2) in the most limited manner I can. Call it minor tweaks of shadow highlight, exposure, color saturation, cropping, and then I polish it off with Neat Image (to sharpen and rid of noise). I try to keep a very realistic (to the eye) look to my photo's however, and steer that direction while doing Post work. I really strive to bring out a tonal range of what the eye sees, yet I still enjoy playing with the shutter speeds to give effects. But no effects used in P.S. only in cam.

My pleasure to share, thank you for your help and support!
I owe much gratitude to you for that.

Carl

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#2 Sun Mar 19, 2006 10:30pm

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Mark

Great shot! John said it best, the shutter speed, tones, all of it really nice.

#3 Tue Mar 21, 2006 6:50pm

cgarrard

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Thanks Mark, coming from you two those comments and ratings are very welcome!

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