Cross Country Skier Photo

Photographer’s Note

A cross country skier at Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson New York.

Croton Point Park is a 508-acre park situated on a peninsula on the east shore of the Hudson River. This park offers year-round events and activities and has facilities for camping, hiking and swimming. The park rich in natural and human history is also the site of historic wine cellars that are thought of be the oldest in New York State and the Croton Point Nature Center, which offers a year-round schedule of interpretive programs.

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phwall (5564) 2009-01-25 21:23

Hi Angela,
Not sure why this shot has been overlooked. I like it a lot.
The loneliness of the cross country skier is depicted perfectly here, the balance in the composition looks right, the colours of the winter scene present well and the bare trees accentuate the feeling as well.
Also I like the circular swirl marks (possibly a ploughed field) in the foreground.
Lovely work, and thanks for the informative note.
Regards
Peter

gunbud (27879) 2009-01-26 17:27

Hi Angela,
What a great way to shake off the winters blues and cabin fever that strikes around this time of year.
The skiier lends fine scale to this lovely winter landscape that is blessed with a clear blue sky that is wonderfully flattered by the golden tones of the winter grass.
Regards, Tom

skippy007 (7053) 2009-05-05 15:52

Hello Angela, I must agree with Peter on this one, I also can't understand why it has not received more attention, well exposed, nice natural looking winter colours, excellent clarity, the lone skier is well placed in the frame & an excellent element not only adding life but interest to this beautiful winter scene.
Thank you
Santo