My Trip to Yosemite - DPChallenge Forums

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

05/07/2007 12:48:58 AM · #1

I took a family vacation to California a couple of weeks ago. We were fortunate enough to have a little time to spend in Yosemite National Park. I have never been there before, but I have seen so many photos, especially those of Ansel Adams. My goal while I was there was to try and emulate his work. How did I do? I would appreciate any feedback, good or bad, that you might have.

Thanks

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Hye5

Canon EOS-5D

05/07/2007 12:53:22 AM · #2

Beautiful images. Cathedral Rocks (#3) is by far my favorite of the bunch.

Nald

Nikon D700

Nikon AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8D IF-ED

05/07/2007 01:04:28 AM · #3

I'm speachless, nothing less than stunning work.

1, 3, 5, 7, 10 and 13 are my favs.

Composition is perfect IMHO and your b/w post is spot on. All gallery hangers if you ask me.

Well done!

yonderman

Canon EOS-400D Rebel XTi

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

05/07/2007 01:11:45 AM · #4

Visiting Yosemite National Park briefly is one of my fondest memories.
#14, El Capitan, stands king over Yosemite Valley!!

PhantomEWO

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM

05/07/2007 01:21:15 AM · #5

Excellent captures, B&W works so well with Yosemite and you hit them perfectly. You even had the opportunity to catch the low clouds over the valley. Well done!

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

05/07/2007 10:05:51 AM · #6

Originally posted by PhantomEWO:

Excellent captures, B&W works so well with Yosemite and you hit them perfectly. You even had the opportunity to catch the low clouds over the valley. Well done!

Thanks! When I first arrived there I was very disappointed because I wanted to capture some shots with dark blue skies, but that didn't happen. I thought for a bit that the trip was a waste of time. I'm just glad that I stuck it out and looked for some interesting compositions anyway.

pamelasue

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

05/07/2007 10:24:10 AM · #7

those are really great images ... my favorite is #3 ... nice job!

Telehubbie

Canon EOS-40D

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

05/07/2007 10:24:43 AM · #8

Originally posted by traquino98:

When I first arrived there I was very disappointed because I wanted to capture some shots with dark blue skies, but that didn't happen.

The times I've gone has been nothing but blue skies. It's nice for a while, but gets old real quick and I was wishing for some clouds. The dramtic skies like you have there are much more interesting in my opinion and gives a great mood to your photos, especially in b/w. Nice shots!

LanceW

Nikon Z9

Nikon AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D

05/07/2007 11:00:44 AM · #9

Originally posted by traquino98:

I'd say you did great and it also looks like the weather was interesting, which really makes the images in my opinion.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

05/07/2007 02:52:56 PM · #10

Originally posted by tooohip:

I'd say you did great and it also looks like the weather was interesting, which really makes the images in my opinion.

Yeah, I'd have to agree. Like I said, I was really disappointed when I first got there, but after looking at them over and over on my monitor, I've been really pleased with all of them. Thanks again for the looks and comments.

Ben

Canon EOS-30D

05/07/2007 02:54:33 PM · #11

Stunning.

mpeters

Canon EOS-5D

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

05/07/2007 02:58:49 PM · #12

Scott, Looks like you came back with some really good photos. Glad you were able to make the most of some drizzle. The low lying clouds do a lot for the atmosphere.

You should be proud of this series. Hope you had a great trip!

You've inspired me. I've decided to play hooky from work in the very near future. :)