Foggy Giorgio Photo

Photographer’s Note

This is the northern part of Lake George, looking north across the lake. Two well-known mountains are visible through the fog, Rogers’ Rock on the left, named after Maj. Robert Rogers, a colonial hero of the French and Indian War, also known as the Seven Years’ War, 1755-1763. I am posting some shots from re-enactments of a major battle of that war, which was fought just beyond the moutain on the right. That mountain is called Anthony’s Nose, named after American Revolutionary War hero, Gen. Anthony Wayne. He evidently had a very long and bumpy one.

The Lake was originally named Lac du Saint Sacrement, by father Isaac Joques, a Jesuit missionary, in the 17th century. Under British control, it was renamed in honor of George II of England. However, to settle the dispute between France and Britain, I have decided to go Italian, and in honor of our own Giorgio Boller, (Gix) I hereby again rename it Lake Giorgio.

PP: PS levels, increased color sat, sharpened.

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davido (1982) 2005-04-30 15:23

Strange atmosphere... The landscape hidden by the fog and the clouds are nice elements of your shot.
Regards, David

bertolucci (11976) 2005-04-30 15:26

Wow Matt, this is wonderfully atmospheric and mysterious work! I like that's almost monochromatic xcept the subtle red hue of the pier. The textures are great to. Very well done. Bert

devimeuxbe (55665) 2005-04-30 15:28

Hi Mat,
I like this composition and the fog. It's well done really.
Regards
Bertrand

azadys (711) 2005-04-30 15:32

nice shot.
beautiful Fog.
i like Fog.
Relate to one of my pic: http://www.trekearth.com/gallery/Middle_East/Iran/photo168644.htm

Regards
azad

miguel (1854) 2005-04-30 15:33

A very nice atmosphere in this pic. I like the fog and the cloudy sky. Beautiful composition.

Eugene (969) 2005-04-30 15:34

Very nice shot with a good atmosphere. Nice work. Greetings, Eugene

weswang (18223) 2005-04-30 16:06

Hi Matt, This is an excellent picture. The foreground deck is well focused. Then, the moutain is showing between the fog and the cloud. I really enjoy this creation. Well done.

efimoore (2126) 2005-04-30 16:17

Nice picture. Good elements: Mountain, water, fog, clouds and of course the charming wooden path. Very atmospheric.
Only one comment about the composition: the eye follows the wooden path out of the picture. Different angel or more view to the left could make a better composition.

lestans (15398) 2005-04-30 16:27

Good composition! It gives a sense of peace and silence. Livia

MvS (4163) 2005-04-30 16:29

Very nice low fog and the clarity in the FG. Very fresh air!
Thanks,
Magnus

nwoehnl (118) 2005-04-30 16:53

Beautiful photo, Matt. I have found it quite difficult to get satisfactory captures of fog, and you did a great job in this one. A moody quality is added by the interplay of morning light and the dense haze, and the composition is well made with the pier as a diagonal foreground element.

Motrem (2392) 2005-04-30 17:04

Oh! What is beautiful this photo!
I like the mist, I do not know why but I feel very inside. Just a little white sky far off, enough to drive(guide) our eyes. And this quay in front plan which crosses the image, really, a beautiful composition. Good shot!

Oh! quelle est belle cette photo!
J'adore la brume, je ne sais pas pourquoi mais je me sens bien dedans. Juste un peu de ciel blanc au loin, assez pour guider nos yeux. Et ce quai à l'avant plan qui traverse l'image, vraiment, une belle composition.

jegauth (424) 2005-04-30 17:14

Nice shot Matt.
Every time I try to catch a fog scenery, it's a complete mess. You're picture is all except a mess. Congrats. Thanks for the long note too.
Best regards.
Jérôme

robiuk (10763) 2005-04-30 17:17

Wonderfully caught mist over the lake, Matt!
I like the humidity & tranquility of the place as well as the tiny little wet pier.
And those clouds... a real success!
Robi

alvaraalto (5225) 2005-04-30 17:26

Hi Matt,
Just the kind of pictures I like very much. The fog dividing the picture in two parts gives an excellent composition. Only the tree on the right disturb me a little. It is an superfluous element in my opinion.
I think I found a solution in the WS.
Groet Rob

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aloyho (6105) 2005-05-01 0:08

Hi Matt,
Very impressive - the mood and atmosphere you have captured. I always enjoyed scenery like this. The tones are beautiful and the subtle colours refreshing. Great shot!! Regards and a nice weekend.

alexlie (5359) 2005-05-01 4:13

Hi Matt!
This fog is indeed great! I wanted always to take similar photo. Your composition with this atmosphere is really good. I like the kind of pictures.
Regards.

Luan (15935) 2005-05-01 4:16

Hello Matt,
very nice catch, this fog gives a great atmospher to your beautiful composition. I will not be reassured to be alone here ;o). I like the wet texture of the little bridge.
Excellent
Luan

Didi (35680) 2005-05-01 5:50

Bonjour Matt
Une belle atmosphère qui me fait penser à l'Ecosse.
Je constate surtout une parfaite maitrise de l'exposition.

Hi Matt
A beautiful atmosphere which makes me think about Scotland. I note especially a perfect control of the exposure.

PixelTerror (85994) 2005-05-01 5:58

Hi Matt,
Very nice atmosphere you render with this view, I like its alsmost b&w character just being challenged by the small pier, also your cpmposition and the clarity up to the fog.
Have a nice sunday,
Jean-Yves

Galmeida (12559) 2005-05-01 6:17

Hi Matt,
What a great picture and composition. A beautiful lake scenery that you captured so well with a foggy atmosphere, what gives some mistic and misterious atmosphere to this picture and momment. Really a great capture, composition and post to TE.

Congratulations for sharing and have a nice weekend!
Fernando

Mishe (3513) 2005-05-01 7:54

Hi Matt!
Very beautiful picture and pleasent surprise.
Congrats and thanks.
Regards,
Mihajlo.

Kenny10pin (19301) 2005-05-01 9:17

interesting misty shot of the little pier and the atmosphere is mystic, well done

quantabeh (5203) 2005-05-01 22:01

wow, this one is tremendous. You must have been very excited about this one. How interesting. a low fog, where you can see the sky and the mountains above that. Simply beautiful.
good work Matt.

cheers.
B

Emile (19785) 2005-05-02 0:04

Very good pic, love the sharp deck , the peaceful water, the mysterious fog and the stormy clouds.
Good DOF
Well done Matt.
(I'm sorry Rob but I prefer the picture with the tree )

Gix (3559) 2005-05-02 1:32

Hey, now i have a private lake !!! ;-D)))
Is possible to stroll around it ? ... with so much fog i can lose the right road!
This can be a nice place to Jaap (Carper) for to fish.
Nice atmosphere Matt, the presence of the geometry of the jetty contrast well with the mist and is perhaps the only colored point of an almost B&W image. Equilibrate, 'involving' (can be?) photo, very nice! (must be, is MY lake...!)
Thanks fot the honor, so now i must plan to visit it in the future!!
and a nice photo, in any case!
ciao, Giorgio

apache (1426) 2005-05-02 11:04

Hi Matt,
Beautiful shot...Love the way the mountains are hidden by the fog and the mountain tops peeking out. The cloudy skies add to the beauty of the picture.
Nicely taken
Ranjith

elihesamian (26091) 2005-05-02 12:01

Oh!
Matt!
Excellent!
I love foggy weather,and this one is another thing,skilfully captured with create a unique atmosphere which has a bit poetic touch for me,too.
great POV,colors and soft contrast,very nice one,and you composed the view in a great way,indeed mystriouse,too!
nicely done,Matt!
congratulation!
Regards
M

andchew (476) 2005-05-02 13:11

Hi Matt, This picture makes the lake looks mysterious and creepy with the combination of the fog and the clouds. What time did you take this picture ? Regards, Andrew

jemaflor (38801) 2005-05-03 6:29

Hi Matt,
Very good shot, you have very well captured this foggy landscape. The reflection are beautiful as also the sky. In B&W, this shot will be certainly interesting.

yekjohn (1886) 2005-05-03 9:18

HI Matt, what's this you got here? A pier floating in the clouds! THie is really excellent Matt. Excellent composition and great atmosphere. Very well done. Congrats. Cheers, John.

Fixfocus (9377) 2005-05-03 13:23

Great capture of atmosphere and mood,Matt!
Good compo with the diagonal Pier in the foreground.
Well done!

oochappan (22024) 2005-05-04 6:45

This is a very good one Matt, perfect lightening to get a lot of depht in to the mist floating above the water still revealing that wooden bridge with the only warm coloring in the hole capture, excellent texturing in the cloudy sky.
Perfect.
Henk

avigur_11 (21271) 2005-05-04 15:09

Not an easy shot, MAtt, that's for sure. Fog is veery treaky with the light, but you have manged the exposure perfectly. THe placing of the pier on the lower part keeps much room for the lake and the mountains. I like it very much.

es841 (1854) 2005-05-05 16:00

I like the mood and the quiteness of this shot.
Great sharpness and light for this moment...
Congratulation.
Luc.

jp80 (8437) 2005-05-07 8:40

Hi Matt,
I really like this foggy atmosphere. The croping of this picture is very well choosed, and cool (cold) colors are perfect. Very well done !

Pascal

ChrisJ (69464) 2005-05-08 3:53

Hi Matt

Superb graphism, & the fog & mist add atmosphere & mood. I like the subtle reflections in the lake. Well done!

mumek (17464) 2005-05-08 19:06

Super foggy scenery. Excellent mystical atmosphere with very good colors. Great composition.Congratulations Matt.
very well done
ziggy

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capthaddock (28640) 2005-05-16 11:56

Hi Matt - the mist covers the perfect place: the horizon, with the hills separating the fog and clouds. It looks like a setting for a horror film with teenagers getting attacked by a serial killer at summer camp.

apazevedo (5469) 2005-05-16 14:34

Hi Matt! Great atmosphere here, I really love it! You gave us an excellent feeling of mistery...
Very good perspective, sharpness and colours, good work!

aznegrao (10230) 2005-06-04 17:49

Wow Matt!!!
Gosto da aura crida pela nevoa, nessa composição fica melhor ainda. Gosto muito.
Rgds.
aznegrao.

donluicu (23877) 2005-06-10 4:21

excellent Matt!
the pier is so clear and sharp, opposite to tge foggy backgroiund..well done
loic

sandip (3492) 2005-06-12 0:36

wow.. looks like it ends up to Heaven.. i liked the foggy misty composition with the Jetty included on it.. this is really superb Matt.nicely done.

rajhema (1863) 2005-06-13 14:17

One of the best pictures I've ever seen in TE Matt. Thanks for sharing

hugolef (4909) 2005-06-16 9:23

hello Matt
nice capture, i like this foggy atmosphere. nice POV and frame, nice tones (hard with this type of light !).
All seems so quiet ... a nice place.
regards, hugues

danielswalsh (13297) 2005-06-17 9:23

Nice shot Matt;

Good composition and perfect timing in getting to this location. The fog really does add a great mood to the photo... The sharpness of the dock in relation to the water and the fog is a welcoming contrast.

Well done Matt,
~ Dan

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carper (63998) 2005-06-22 11:37

Up to the 100,
very nice one Matt, fantastic view, I like the shot a lot with the nice fog, the details and t he good view, very nice job,
gr. Jaap

john_c (24635) 2005-06-28 0:00

Good evening, counsellor. Let me add my congratulations for this outstanding shot I have discovered in your portfolio. I've been through this area many times and have often encountered this type of mist, which gives the lake such ambience. Good detail on the wharf and the sky matches the mood. Well done. Regards.
John.

sayzey (2358) 2005-07-21 8:35

Very atmospheric shot, a lot of people woudl be put off by conditions such as this!

Well done looks great with the top of the nose and the small pier!

Great stuff!