Actually Justice Photo

Photographer’s Note

Odd as this title is it fits. The concrete wall on the left is the remains of a post WW2 structure that has been abandoned and has fallen into complete ruin. The bridge is the Paper Mill Bridge in Bennington, Vermont and it has been restored with TLC and the master bridge builder's expertise.

There was no vantage point to see more of the bridge and each time I try to shoot one of these beauties I gain greater respect for Tom O'Donnell's skill in how he photographs them so very well. Tom, this ones for you.

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worldcitizen (2233) 2009-05-31 19:29

Hello Greg,
I think you've done a wonderful job with this bridge. The horizontal lines in this photo are so clean, and they cut across the frame beautifully. I like the parallel lines of both the bridge and the small waterfall below it. The red color also contrasts the natural colors of the plants and water very well.

jurek1951 (25880) 2009-05-31 21:38

Hi Greg,
Truly amazing landscape.
Very well composed and captured photo. Great color, details and light.Very well done,
Georg

dareco (17100) 2009-05-31 22:13

I always enjoy Tom's bridges as well, but I think you've done equally well here. The tree in the fg adds to the depth, and the colors and pov are very good. Nice work!! TFS

pauloog (6354) 2009-05-31 23:29

Hello Greg,
A fine view in clear colours marked by the horizontal lines of the beridge and the waterfall. Well framed by the greenery.
Regards,
Paul

emka (21177) 2009-05-31 23:50

Hi Greg,

I think you have found a good POV(I do not know Tom O'Donnell's photos). Nice waterfall and this red bridge above it looks fabulous. I have never seen a bridge like this. This type reminds me always the movies with Meryl Streep even if it looks a bit differently.

Regards

Malgorzata

baba_flies (7951) 2009-06-01 11:54

Hello Greg! Vermont and its bridges, and what a nice way to make a connection to Tom. I always compare my photos to others but we all see it with our own eyes and the little nuances make this website work ... Such a beautiful bridge and I like how you included the plants in your foreground ... the green famous side of Vermont, a lovely spring picture indeed. Best regards from Colorado ... (not as green, we are where the mountains hit the desert so it is more towards the brown side ...) ... Barbara.

lousat (15274) 2009-06-02 12:56

Hi Greg,no comment about the quality of this pic,surely perfect in sharpness and colors.I must to say you thanks for this interesting history about this bridge,i like a lot that! Thanks for your work,have a nice day,LUCIANO

bracasha75 (21900) 2009-06-02 22:32

Helo Greg
Realy beautiful place with nice waterfall and this covered bridge
Excellent distance taken
Thanks for sharing my old friend
Cheers,Braca

Cretense (55528) 2009-06-03 3:59

Hi Greg!

Great photo, interesting subject accompanied by an interesting note! Your POV, maybe it's not vantage, as you say, but it's great and so is the framing and the composition! Flawless light managment and beautiful colours! Congratulations!

Hercules

shevchenko (9854) 2009-06-03 19:44

Hello Greg,
Everyone have their method and style to frame the view, I like this photo showing a silent and peaceful corner with including variety types of plants and flowing water, attractive reddish bridge, thanks for sharing a colorful corner.
Ally

Clementi (43543) 2009-06-04 12:52

Ciao Greg,
I believe that you have found an excellent pov for this photo, you have included many elements all in harmony,
compliments
Giorgio

jhm (82155) 2009-06-05 3:27

Hello Greg,

I think that Tom get a nice tribute for his work.
But you did also very nice, excellent of composition.
Sharpness and clarity are superb.
Very well done, TFS.

Have a nice weekend,
John.

stego (22350) 2009-06-06 13:16

Hi Greg,
It may not be a real vantage point, but it's a very good one, despite not allowing a complete view of teh bridge. The bushes make a really nice framing to the river and the bridge, whose red makes a wonderful contrasts with the rest. A good light management seems very important here, as I don't think that the photo was so attractive with the plants on the BG much darker.
Regards,
José

gunbud (27741) 2009-06-06 20:11

Hi Greg,
This is a really unique POV that you must have risked a sprained ankle to gain.
I love the rich colors and clear view of the falls.
Did you go down the road to the about 3/4 of a mile to the the Burt Bridge?
Regards, Tom
P.S. Just back from 2 weeks in Maine

Budapestman (41488) 2009-06-07 7:33

Hi Greg,
You took a splendid photo of this picturesque place with attractive horizontal composition. The colours and lights are beautiful, the environment is picturesque. Tfs! Have a nice Sunday!
George

npecanhuk (13567) 2009-06-08 9:42

Hello Greg!
Another beautiful composition with all those interesting elements so very well placed in the frame!
Sharpness, colors and pov are also highlights here!
It's a very nice and truly pleasant picture!
TFS - congratulations!
Best regards,
Neyvan

amaryllis (17293) 2009-06-08 12:57

Bonjour Greg
une superbe photo avec des couleurs attrayantes et une bonne luminosité avec ce pont
excellente réalisation
juliette

rbassin (4203) 2009-06-09 10:56

Hello Greg,
Très belle prise de vue, la couleur rouge du pont est un élément fort de cette photo et renforce les lignes horizontales.
Bonne soirée
Roland

Kielia (8367) 2009-06-09 11:53

Hi Greg,
this is really an amazing heritage and you have captured it excellently with a very pleasant light and beautiful contrasts of colors. The story behind this bridge is also very interesting. And I like your dedication!
Warm regards
Harriet

Waylim (10717) 2009-06-10 0:39

Hi Greg,
As you said, it is not easy. Sometimes when I look at someone else photo and think "I can do that too" but when I'm actually there and I struggle to find the right POV and it can be very frustating when you have such beautiful subject and you can't seem to give it justice. Well anyway, I thing you did great here, I like the composition and the layers of elements provide depth of the landscape. The color of the bridge is really rich in tone and natural. The texture of the wood is well depicted and the energy and movemenr of water cascade is also well captured. I really enjoyed it.
Thansk Greg.
Way

jlbrthnn (37505) 2009-06-10 5:54

Hello Greg,
This architecture with the pure lines crosses nature with elegance. The forms and colors are integrated into the river and the trees. The concrete of left is skilfully placed and does not harm. cheer.
Have a nice day
Cordially
Joël

Longroute (9133) 2009-06-10 9:37

A bright and fine photo Greg,
I'm sure Tom will apreciate it.
Thank you for your wishes and I want to send you personally mine before I leave.
Have a nice summer,
Donato

batalay (20804) 2009-06-11 19:10

Hello Greg,

This, very much like Tom's shots of covered bridges, is destined to become a minor masterpiece. The colors and resolution are flawless, as is the composition. The horizontal red band across the frame created by the side of the bridge makes a dramatic statement. Well done!

Warm regards,

Bulent

TopGeo (21609) 2009-06-11 23:07

Helo Greg Excellent view!
Realy beautiful place with nice waterfall and this covered bridge Sharpness, colors and pov are also highlights here!
Compliments
Georgios

pablominto (40364) 2009-06-15 2:45

Hello Greg,

This seems to be a very well maintained covered bridge!
i didn't know so much about these structures until they started turn up in TE, but later I have found out we have a couple here in Norway too...
Interesting point of view as the water running over the dam adds some life to the scene, rich colour palette!

Greetings,
Pablo -

AiresSantos (41780) 2009-06-15 5:40

Hi Greg
Fine use the Bridge in this very good picture. I like the natural colours and details.
Very well done
Have a nice day
Aires

bobocortis (14136) 2009-06-17 2:48

Hello Greg.
This red colored bridge has a beautiful structure that's useful to the shot. The strong day light reveals the lines of the works of man and nature.
Best regards.
Bobo.

claudeD (11240) 2009-06-25 10:40

Hello Greg,

interesting view of nature with the red bridge which at my first view seemed to me as a thing which could not be there.But then I thought that without the red bridge the picture wouldn't be so good.TFS.

With regards from Luxembourg

Jean-Claude

mauro61 (15112) 2009-06-26 7:39

ciao Greg,
la linea rossa del ponte che taglia lo scatto e viaggia in parallelo con il bordo della piccola cascata conferisce ordine e dinamicità allo scatto.
Bello nei colori e nell'inquadratura
saluti
maurizio

Charo (31665) 2009-06-30 8:08

Hello Greg,
Beautiful composition with the waterfall under the bridge and surrounded by lush nature.
The colors are excellent and the light also has a great depth.
Best wishes,
Charo

asajernigan (14054) 2009-07-10 3:52

Greg,
This is a well composed shot of this fine covered bridge. The trees frame the bridge nicely helping to focus our attention on the bridge and falls. The lighting and colors are great with excellent sharpness and detail. The river leads the eye into the scene nicely.
TFS,
Asa