Continuing the theme from the previous post, today we have a look at a few yachts within the Yankee Point Marina in Lancaster Virginia. I took this shot just after sunrise, one of my favorite time to be out photographing. The peace and solitude of the early morning cannot be beat and the soft lighting is a huge plus as well. Anyhow this is one of the many tranquil scenes you’ll find at waters edge, which makes this a favorite topic to cover.
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Using my trusty Nikkor 18-200mm, this image was created from a 3-shot bracket (-2 to +2), run through HDR Efex Pro, then imported into Photoshop where I applied the “Portrait Drama” filter within Topaz Labs Adjust 5. Initially the colors were a bit too saturated but lowering a saturation slider makes for an easy fix.
Enjoy!
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the sky and its color is amazing
Chantal recently posted..Flower field
Really nice shot Jimi. The boats are all lined up as if on purpose for this image.
Steven Perlmutter recently posted..Exposed
Beautiful light and reflection Jimi. I agree about shooting at dawn — there are few people up and you have a slice of the world to yourself. If it wasn’t so hard to get up that early…
Len Saltiel recently posted..Headed Underground
Really nice image, Jimi. You’ve captured the peace of the scene. Wish I could get up early enough for this type of shot.
Love the soft pastel colors in the sky and the slight watercolor effect. Nice Jimi!
Curt Fleenor recently posted..I Long To Feel Your Touch
I heart this!
Chris Nitz recently posted..Weekend Relaxer #23
Another great shot, Jimi! Wonderful light, great use of the walkway to the boats as the lead-in line and the boats just lined up perfectly awaiting your capture.
Mark Summerfield recently posted..All Faith Episcopal Church, Charlotte Hall, St. Mary’s County, Maryland
So many wonderful elements to feast my eyes on. I love the symmetry between the reflection of the pier and the boats. Great shot.
Edith Levy recently posted..Take Me Out To The Ball Game
Great reflections Jimi, nice work
Mike Criswell recently posted..The Abyss
What a great scene. I Like the reflections too. Good job Jimi.
Marc Collins recently posted..Westminster Bridge
Nice shot and great post processing. i like the lower saturation.
Amazing shot Jimi. I really like the great colors and its reflection!
Tranquil is definitely the word. Calm water, soft light, not a soul in sight. And a great POV. Nice work Jimi
LensScaper recently posted..Heading for the exit
Beautiful colors here Jimi. You can’t find a better time to photograph! Nice work!
Adam Allegro recently posted..Golden Ortigia
I thought I commented on this one-oh well I love the reflection and the light!
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