Although this shot shot is too recent for me to have the necessary detachment from it, I know that for me it contains both elemental power and contemplative grace--a combination I look for when I can find it which is not so common.

It's "satisfactory" for me as it is and I don't want to re-shoot but are there editing changes you would make (please be detailed) to take the shot to a higher level? I appreciate your input and if you think it needs more changes than I do, feel free to say so. I've been known to change my mind. Thanks.

ps: This location is at the bottom of a deep gorge so inaccessable except by a careful descent by foot. Can't bring a tripod, and I suspect the light doesn't get much brighter because of the topography.

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From jazzcollector/Adam (339) on November 3, 2009 3:23:19 PM CST I'm sure you'll think this is cheesy....but I'd like to see that lone leaf in color. Reply

From hankbenson/Hank (44,014) on November 3, 2009 5:06:45 PM CST Jarlesberg, but thanks Adam. Reply

From ebn50/Evan (12,431) on November 3, 2009 3:23:26 PM CST Hank, check your private email... evan Reply

From hankbenson/Hank (44,014) on November 3, 2009 5:17:47 PM CST Thanks, Evan, got it. Looks good but I like the water not too silky ( I know this is a subject of debate.) Reply

From ebn50/Evan (12,431) on November 3, 2009 6:45:37 PM CST sounds good Hank, just note that you can change the level of silkiness by adjusting the opacity and fill. Regardless, a good trick for most types of landscape... cheers man Reply

From savad/Mike (65,825) on November 3, 2009 6:51:29 PM CST i'd push the contrast a bit, push the white with both curves and selective color highlights. mostly it just needs a curves tweak to get it to pop more. ---Mike Savad Reply

From hankbenson/Hank (44,014) on November 4, 2009 8:17:55 AM CST Thanks, Mike. Reply

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