Exploring the Canyon Photo

Photographer’s Note

I agree, it is by far easier coming down than going up again but once you started one of these hikes nobody can actually stop you anymore and you want to see it all, you wonder how it looks around the corner and you say to yourself “another ten minutes” and sooner than you think you are involved in a big hike with maybe no water and not the best shoes either but as a tourist you forget all the warnings, what you have read when you were at home sitting in your living room going through the travel guides page after page, making little notes, you read about snake bites, about flood warnings, about carrying around enough water, sun protector, a good jacket for cold nights (it was in the car) :)))) and I probably ended up with some blisters, the ones that never let you in your shoes again once you get out of them. Ouch. Yes I am one of THESE … I out myself … LOL.

Just some weeks after me, my boss was standing in the same park and he sent me an email probably checking if I was not sitting at the Lake of Zuerich having a good time (Christoph ich an gschaffet …) and he wrote to me that my travel guide was really great and that they would follow my notes that I had made in my guide - and I thought what notes? I always mark things but not necessarily meaning that I had ever been there … I still have my job but I am not sure what he thinks about my taste (I also underlined restaurants I wanted to eat in etc. etc.). So much about exchanging books ;)))

Bryce Canyon like many other parks have wonderful hikes for all ages I guess and I forgot the name of my trail but the park brochures help you out. We had a great time on this trail by the way, a pleasant evening with temperatures just right, unforgettable.

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Greg1949 (8507) 2009-02-12 8:06

Barbara, this is impressive, there is no doubt what the scale is; huge. Great color and details, great capture.

Greg

smarcell (14073) 2009-02-12 8:14

Hello Barbara, very nice detail of the canyon. I like this pick tones everywhere. Like a badly color corrected picture.
Beautiful soft light too.
Regards Stefano

BlueRaven (35) 2009-02-12 8:31

Liebe Barbara,

das kommt mir doch seeeeeehr bekannt vor! ;o) Und Du hast vollkommen recht, runter geht's immer viel leichter als hoch. Kleiner Tip fürs nächste Mal: eine Alternative ist, diesen Trail (Navajo Loop übrigens) nach unten zu laufen und dann über einen kurzen Verbindungsweg zum Queen's Garden Trail zu gehen und diesen dann hochzulaufen, denn der ist nicht so steil und deshalb einfacher. Und die unterschiedlichen Farben dort sind einfach umwerfend.
Jedenfalls habe ich diese Szenerie noch nie so leer gesehen wie auf diesem Bild. Bei meinem letzten Besuch sah das eher aus wie ein Ameisenhaufen...
Schön hast Du das eingefangen, toller Ausschnitt, und dem Menschen mit dem Rucksack sieht man direkt an, wie anstrengend es ist (man darf ja die Höhenlage auch nicht vergessen!).

Liebe Grüße
Claudia
(die hofft, auch bald wieder hochladen zu dürfen - heute ist bei TE irgendwie der "Wurm" drin)

Buin (36852) 2009-02-12 8:41

Hallo Barbara!
Toll, wie diese menschlichen Ameisen hier in den roten Felsen herumkrabbeln. Diese Farben sind einfach umwerfend und sehr eindrucksvoll. Die Strukturen der Felsen kommen in diesem Foto unglaublich gut heraus. Schon als thumbnail ein richtiger "Hingucker"!
Grüße aus dem tief verschneiten Westfalen - übrigens auch wunderschön - oder?!
Frank

avene (10870) 2009-02-12 8:51

hi Barbara,
another one of your great notes to go with a great photo. love the colour, it feels like the place is made of shining copper, and for once what looks like a fairly harsh light is exactly right. people are just in the right place to illustrate the scale (judging by the backpacks they have enough water). great shot, I like it a lot.

best,
Kristine

Wanda1 (10884) 2009-02-12 9:28

Hi Barbara,
That does look like a bit of a strenuous hike up. I like that the shot is all in one colour but different tones, and the people going in different directions look so small against this large rocky backdrop giving a wonderful sense of scale to the image.
Regards
Wanda

Floydian (30970) 2009-02-12 9:47

Barbara ;-)

No not packing...yet. Busy with the last things to organise before leaving home. I only can leave when all is set and done...strange habit of me ;-)
I'm expecting all kinds of weather in NZ, it also can be very rough in the south west with heavy rainfall and storm, so only some shorts is not that wise ;-)
But after all thse years of travelling i never bring that much with me. What i forget i can buy there, no problem. Camera, lenses, laptop, passport, tickets, creditcard....and i'm off ;-)

You know, i have probably more than 800 high class Bryce Canyon images, most of them parked at stock agency's, but not a single shot that comes even clsoe to this one. In mine there is always a blue sky and/or a green pinetree inside. Never saw Bryce as this before....how nice and i have to admit i like this a lot. I could not find the right words on your previous picture to say anything useful to it, but here, yes this is what i like to see....very nice work.

Kind regards,

Henk

PixelTerror (86026) 2009-02-12 10:39

Yelloooooo Barbara,
Aaaah es tut doch richtig gut so viel rot in Deinem Bild zu sehen , obwohl ein N.... Sensor diese Farbe nicht ganz richtig wirderspiegeln kann ;-) Aber es sieht trotzdem sehr warm aus, schön zu sehen als Schnee sich hier kumuliert und der Kachelofen wie verrückt brennt...
Griessli uss dr anderen Syyte, JY

andante (7092) 2009-02-12 10:43

Hi Barbara, some how the people moving in different directions create a tension point in the middle of the photo which can be distracting. One thing that you have managed to capture very well with this image is the scale of the place... it gives an overwhelming feeling. Nice frame.
Cheers,
E

parbo (10956) 2009-02-12 11:28

Hello Barbara,

Fantastic color, great depth with your perfectly build point of view. Climbing visitors to different directions, walking paths, the darker tones of corridor are just spectacular. Amazing clarity and sharpness in attractive color of famous canyon. Congratulations.

Best Regards,

Ertugrul

leo61 (42808) 2009-02-12 12:08

Hallo Barbara!
Ich habe schon zu mehreren Fotos geschrieben:Wenn ich jemals die Staaten besuche(was ich in den nächsten 150 Jahren eigentlich nicht vor habe,es sei denn O Bama und seine Nachfolger schaffen
Gewaltiges und bringen ihr Volk vom Thron der Ignoranz und Überheblichkeit herunter),dann wird dieser Cannyon meine erste Adresse sein.
Ein tolles Photo von dort.Pink/Rot ist genial und die kompo perfekt mit den Positionen diser Leute.Dein POV ist erstklassig und die Perspektive,sehr gut.
Gruß,Leo

Jeppo (11602) 2009-02-12 12:18

tja Barbara,

Bryce Canyon ist ein "must"...du kannst es nicht verpassen...sonst bist du fuer eine "Pruegelstrafe" gut!

ich gehe davon aus, dass dieses Bild auf dem "Navajo Trail Loop" gemacht wurde. tja....mir gefaellt die Tiefe und Perspektive...und trotz der Muehe ist eine Wanderung rauf und runter wert!

ciao
silvio

jonathan_hart (22564) 2009-02-12 12:33

seems it's a long and difficult way ^^
unusual red landscape, which for sure have been exceiting to see
jc

cdmonson (2751) 2009-02-12 14:27

Hi Barbara:

hahaha...I have this exact shot from my last trip to Bryce, but yours is much better. Nothing beats the Navajo Loop trail. Have they cleaned up Wall Street yet? (Wall Street on the trail--we're still working on NY's Wall Street, haha). There had recently been a major rockslide when I went, so you couldn't do the whole loop.

Anyway, sharpness is fantastic, and I like the way the people give the shot perspective--those walls are huge!

Clark

Kevinob (64) 2009-02-12 14:31

HI Barb,

Great color and comp, and you should get an extra point for your great comments.

Best Regards,
Kevin

denisn72 (6867) 2009-02-12 17:12

Hello Barbara
I like the atmosphere out there created by the orange-brown tones and colours. The people make a great reference to know how large is the place. This structure ha amazing textures and lines.
Best regards
Denis!

gneufeld (15001) 2009-02-12 18:13

HI Barbara,
Looks like this is where the real work begins when getting close and personal at Bryce. Wow, what a place, and this shot certainly helps to give perspective to size of the place. Well done and TFS. Gerald

fulvio52 (8314) 2009-02-12 23:18

Good morning, Barbara.
A shot I attempted many times, with mediocre results... by far not as easy as it looks. Well, it seems like you've found the perfect settings for this one. Light, color and definition are just wonderful! The Navajo Loop... we'll sure be back down in here! Have a good day, I'll be seeing you. HUGS,
Fulvio.

Dyerco (8854) 2009-02-13 7:09

Hi Barbara
This is a real close up of Bryce and one of its trails. The placement of the people was well handled. Nicely done.
Phil

zmey (7242) 2009-02-13 8:52

hi barbara
stunning (characteristic) color of that rock... but what makes this picture is the presence of the humans, bringing scale and interest.

a nice 'inside' illustration of the hike.

warm regards,
kristaps

Sistercosmo (2515) 2009-02-13 10:27

Liebe Barbara,
eine wunderschöne Aufnahme mit herrlichen Rottönen. Es sieht sehr anstrengend aus, der Aufstieg. Deine Note hat mich auch sehr begeistert und mich zum Schmunzeln gebracht!
Herzliche Grüße
Linda

ls7902 (6026) 2009-02-13 18:08

Hi Barbara,
Really a wonderful shot and color of the unique formation. Nice POV showing the turning and strata of the rocks with people walking climbing on opposite slopes. Nice entertaining notes. Regards. Latiff.

gunbud (27533) 2009-02-13 18:44

Hi Barbara,
Beautiful western image with lovely lines and swirling textures to this rugged red sandstone wall.
It does look like thristy work indeed giving the strain seen on the your hikers here who add effective scale to this interesting landscape.
Regards, Tom

aadilj (17950) 2009-02-14 0:28

Hi barbara, I like the hues here. The whole ambience is vibrant and striking. its so rich and so well saturated. i love the way you have composed this scene.

Glint (3005) 2009-02-14 0:57

hello Barbara,
colours like pink blancmange with tin people climbimg up and through this giant's sweet treat.
Interesting place, fascinating colours and contours.
best regards,
Bev

ChrisJ (69522) 2009-02-14 1:08

Hi Barbara

The people certainly add scale, to these enormous hoodoos. Good sharpness & warm colours. Tfs!

mesutilgim (36242) 2009-02-14 4:11

Hallo liebe Barbara,
Ich kann gut verstehen dass das allerschwerste der Anfang ist, aber erst wenn man angefangen hat dann kann wohl keiner daran hindern ; stets mit den Gedanken am Hinterkopf, irgendeinmal wird's wohl auch bergab gehen !
Wunderbare Landschaft, farbenfroh und die bildliche Geometrie auch bestens.
Viele nuetzliche Informationen dazu !
Happy Valentines Day und
mfg
aus İstanbul
MESUT ILGIM

belido (16043) 2009-02-14 4:26

Hi Barbara,

you really found a good point of view for showing us this interesting natural formation. Two things please a lot in this shot: the inclusion of the persons which brings size reference and the vertigo (I feel I'm gonna fall!!!) Very good shot!
Regards,
Carlos

MarianneS (14262) 2009-02-14 6:07

Hello Barbara,
Fortunately, you did not dedicate your time to write things about your boss and his bad habits at the end of your book ;-)) It would have been the more surprising way to loose your job :-)
Let's come to your photo: a very special place, the colour of the rocks is very special.
I like the way you isolated people and rocks. Being in such an environment and feeling so small in comparison with the landscape is probably a great experience.
Greetings,
Marianne

Silvio1953 (40771) 2009-02-14 8:04

Ciao Barbara, wonderful canyon with great colors, superb composition, very well done, ciao Silvio

zeynepe (9328) 2009-02-14 8:51

Hi Barbara,
and definitely I wish I were there now!!!The formation of the rocks with amazing colors makes the composition very attractive.
Congrats and have a nice weekend,
Zeynep

brandstaetter (13654) 2009-02-14 8:59

Hallo Barbara,
ein tolles Rot und der Weg mit den vielen Serpentinen ist sensationell, er lädt mich sofort ein, mich da hinunterzustürzen... weiss nur nicht, ob zu Fuss oder mit dem Bike :)
Super Perspektive jedenfalls und die Bildaufteilung (drei Ebenen Hintergrundfelsen und 3 Wanderer in verschiedene Richtungen) ist auch top.
LG Christian

kensimage (8539) 2009-02-14 10:43

A nice composition, Barbara. I like the fact the pair and the single person are heading in opposite directions--it fits with the winding path. You included the right amount of the cliffs to create context without turning the people into small dots. You're right about how we tend to not be in a mood to bother with the "rules" when we're tourists. A couple of small technical suggestions--first, it might be good to enhance the contrast just a bit, and second, the light is very red since it's all reflected off the rock; maybe you could play with the colors on just the people, so they aren't also so red. Regards, Ken.

jimkilgallon (0) 2009-02-14 11:16

Hello Barbara
This is a fine shot shot of the Bryce Canyon, I have seen it in very bright orange during sunrise and sunset, but have not in the colour you present here which is terrific. Excellent rock formations while the people add a sense of scale. Very well done
Regards
Jim

ciakgiak (10132) 2009-02-14 11:30

Hello Barbara,
Fantastic! What amazing colors and excellent POV.
I really love this image, I put it into my preferred.
Have a great sunday dear friend.
Giorgio

Nicou (43813) 2009-02-14 13:13

Hello Barbara,

la couleur de cette roche est merveuilleuse, ce rose rouge est de toute beauté, quelle image, le contraste est grandiose, une merveilleuse image.

Bravo et amitié

Nicou

Waylim (10717) 2009-02-14 22:52

Barbara,
I remember this trail very well, I did this hike so many times 5 times now, I think. I love how the sunlight really illuminated the cayon, even though it is completely in the shadow. It is the steepest part of the trail, and I usually start from here. I wanted to come here in two week to see the winter scene, but I cancel because of my work, I will have to wait till later to do a winter Bryce Holiday. The switch back of the trail is really impressive and it looks so sandy than I remember and more beuatiful than I remember. Happy Sunday.
Way

CaesarP (3526) 2009-02-15 5:25

Helo Barbara,
very nice scenery, unbelivable colors - reminds me of Australia,
Very beautifull capture and quality.
P.S. I am not an architect and I do speak German.
Regards caesar

COSTANTINO (22181) 2009-02-15 10:47

hELLO bARBARA
this shot is very interesting and impressive together..I like the pink colour,it is a very
unusual colour in a scenery like this one,
I like also people who are in the right place
regards and comliments
have a nice new week
Costantino

delpeoples (5380) 2009-02-16 4:40

Hi Barbara, as I read your Note I was laughing and nodding in agreement: the climb up is always the worst. But to the photo: what an amazing shot, you must be delighted with the result. The texture - and colour - is stunning. I like how you've included the people as this gives both a colour contrast and some scale to this vast canyon. Well done, Lisa.

ktanska (16404) 2009-02-16 4:44

Hi Barbara,
Weird all red place. Erosion on very dry climate gives quite different appearance. I can imagine how all the loose rocks would be washed away if there was more rain. Special perspective. Looking at those curves it was quite a climb (Much more than 'about 5 minutes' on Klangweg).
Kari

MarcT (20983) 2009-02-16 5:56

Hallo Barbar,
Rot... Alles ist rot...
Schöne Farbe wenn sie von einer D300 kommt ;o))
Viel Detail und prima Balanz.
Grüsse aus Belgien
Marc

alftrek (2703) 2009-02-16 19:06

Hello Barbara,

I have never seen such nice and soft tones of red beautifully captured here with the people moving in opposite directions. They certainly provide a good sense of scale. Wonderful work, I like it

regards
Alfred

Angshu (33267) 2009-02-16 23:52

Hello Barbara
A landscape in red, punctuated by three people. Indeed it looks that the hike is strenuous along the slopes. The walls seem to be vertical. Light is not the best but quite adequate to show us this amazing place. Once again an excellent note to boot
Best Regards
Angshu

feather (49848) 2009-02-17 7:08

It's some years ago now since we were at Bryce, but I know it is very difficult to bring something new from there. You have achieved that with this image. Those people are so important in the image for scale and interest, and the stripes of path in the foreground speak about the winding path. Excellent shot with gorgeous red rock colour and texture galore!
Kath

pierrefonds (25915) 2009-02-22 12:33

Hi Barbara,

The presence of the people has an effect of scale. The point of view is allowing us to see the details and colors of tis part of Bryce Canyon. The picture is clear and precise. The light has a special effect on the colors. Have a nice day.

Pierre

brevbrev14 (370) 2009-02-23 4:25

Ciao Barbara, i like the human element here...so we have the scale of the place
interesting note as usual
the place is wonderful
ciao!
Valeria

Have a great week! :))

pboehringer (770) 2009-03-05 9:12

Barbara,
vor 3 Jahren stand ich and der genau gleichen Stelle und hielt meine Kamera ebenfalls abwaerts. Die Serpentinen mit den Menschen hatten es mir angetan. Irgendwie erinnerte mich die Szene and eines der schweizerischen Passstrassen (z.B. Bernadiner). Als ich dort stand hatte ich wohl etwas zuviele Menschen. Die weingere Zahl macht es eindeutig besser.
Peter

crhieatt (5143) 2009-03-09 5:22

Barbara,

A nice variation on the usual Bryce postings. Yes, clearly, it's time to take your hat off, puffing up this snaking exit route! Wondefully pinky!

Cheers
Colin

pastadog (12821) 2009-04-12 0:22

Not the usual photo of this canyon, Barbara, so it's a fresh one, and actually I was surprised that this is Bryce, and not some other site... It is well exposed, and the scale is fantastic... congratulations, Daniel

disturbia73 (373) 2009-05-03 3:29

Hi Barbara,

The tones of colour in this photo are beautiful, intelligent idea to insert people in your photo so that we can determine a sort of rough scale.
Very good note that goes well with this photo,

Regards,

Thomas

serp2000 (9151) 2009-05-08 0:33

Wow! Hello, Barbara,
Very nice shot! Excellent composition! It reminds me the Jordan sandstone near Petra. The same red colour. Well done!
Have a nice week!
Serghei