American Countryside Photo

Photographer’s Note

I like this picture very much, mostly because it explains the characteristic nature of United States in only one picture.

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mitternacht (1836) 2003-10-31 2:58

Excellent! The mirror image combined with the blurred background gives an amazing sense of depth. The landscape is beautiful! For some reason there is a difference in tone between the background and the foreground which I think also adds to the depth, maybe it's just the interaction between green and red.

clodreno (0) 2003-10-31 2:59

very interesting picture. I do agree with you, it's one of the characteristic of the States.The colors are really those you can find on those roads..Nice eye you have got.

Edwin (2039) 2003-10-31 3:43

A frame in a frame, I really like that idea. Very informative documentary shot Susanna! Enjoy your weekend and welcome to TE!

Kenny10pin (19301) 2003-10-31 6:25

Very good picture here, love the framing and the quietness of the setting too. I hope you werent driving at the same time (^O^)

flip89 (3345) 2003-10-31 12:06

Oh, wow! What a wonderful perspective! I'm sure most of us have done this kind of photography but this one really works. It is amazing how well you captured the sourroundings - both in the mirror and outside.

nwoehnl (120) 2003-11-02 11:50

Congratulations Susanna - this really is magnificent, for the reasons all the others pointed out. Having done half a year's worth of traveling in the US, I can only agree with your notes. Which mountain are we seeing in the rear view mirror - is that Mt Hood?

MissyMissile (0) 2004-10-09 4:25

Lovely shot, very well done! I have attempted to take such shots with no success yet :(

jon_anzalone (21) 2005-01-10 1:20

Some say the US is best seen from the passenger's rearview mirror - great job capturing it! Interesting composition and nice colors - I like the shape the blurred landscape in the background has taken.