On the Way Back Photo

Photographer’s Note

This is the view looking towards Mt Shuksan on the way back looking north on the Chain Loop trail. This is also the part of the Artist Point trail view on the way back to the parking lot. These trails are only accessible for about 8 weeks out of the year. Now it is all covered in snow.
I took two vertical photos to capture this scene and stitched them together to create this size frame. The pathway brings a never ending invitation to hike these trails during the summer months. The view of Mt Shuksan is ever present along this stretch attracting the attention of all who tread this path.
More photos from this hike can be seen in my Mt Baker trails theme. Enjoy!

gneufeld, Manamo, singuanti, Emile, robertosalguero, dareco, jjcordier, Hellas, carper, Dyerco has marked this note useful

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Manamo (3474) 2007-11-28 19:12

Hello Paul,
we're neighbours tonight!
Do you mean 2 horizontal captures that you placed one over the other and stitched?
I like how you obtain so much details in your shots. Are you the kind who's using a tripod for landscape despite the 1/1000 speed? this time though, I think you pushed the sharpening too far just a tad.
I like the path leading us very efficiently toward the snowy summits. I like the blue space between the clouds and the edge of the mountain. I don't know, it kind of adds power to the magnificience of the summits...
All the best!
Marc

angela926 (1882) 2007-11-28 19:17

Hello Paul,
very sharp photo. good composition and pov. nice depth and vibrant colors.
Angela

singuanti (15240) 2007-11-28 19:25

Hi Paul. Nice job with the stitching here as I never would have guessed you did. I guess a wide-angle would be nice here. Do you mean to say that it is only accessible 8 weeks or 8 months a year? Nice view from your hike Paul!

Ann75 (0) 2007-11-28 20:04

Hi Paul,

What a beautiful shot along a hiking trail! I love the inclusion of the trail with the view of Mount Shuksan and hte beautiful sky above. Great composition with excellent lighting, colors and details! Excellent work, Paul!

Greetings,
Ann

PS: Finally I have a little time for TE, I've been so busy lately. I hope all is well with you! Take care!

colinb (1536) 2007-11-28 20:16

Very nice composition. You've captured a grand sweeping view, and the pathway helps add context and emphasize depth, while the trees provide a nice natural frame. Well done.

Emile (20177) 2007-11-28 20:45

Hola Paul.
Long time no see. This is a superb shot with a splendid view of the trail with the impressive Mt Shuksan, very well captured with a very good POV. Neat and sharp, maybe a little bit oversharped but it doesn't bother me. Nice colors and depth.
Good work with stitches.
Well done.
Best regards.

Wahclellaspirit (3017) 2007-11-28 21:00

Hello Paul, A great view from your footsteps on the trail.. Very crisp and telling image of this beautiful country...
Steve

robertosalguero (110) 2007-11-28 21:02

Hello Paul,

This image is very clear. The colours seem very natural and the scenery is breathtaking. I don't see any flaws in the stitching process and yes the path is definitely well placed to create some depth. Nice work :-)

Roberto

dareco (17104) 2007-11-28 21:07

A very beautiful scene!! Perfect color and sharpness. TFS

Hellas (5131) 2007-11-29 0:15

Hi Paul,
I think that the vertical shooting was a very good choice. The landscape seems to be great with those snowy peaks, the trees and this beautiful sky over the scene.
Thanks for sharing.
Best wishes,
Athanasios.

jjcordier (25468) 2007-11-29 0:37

Superbe paysage sous une belle lumière. Bonne idée de réaliser ce stich qui te permet une composition oroginale avec ce chemin placé comme une invitation à une randonnée vers ces superbes sommets. Beau travail, Paul!
Amicalement
JJ

carper (66148) 2007-11-29 2:46

the composition is nice Paul,
good sharpnes, fine colours, only one thing the sky gives here a strange effect, I readed what you did here, but that gives me a extreme noise filter feeling, farther it's a nice one, good photojob, have a nice day.
gr. jaap

Dyerco (9404) 2007-11-29 7:54

Hi Paul
Good PP to get the mountain nicely framed by the trees and clouds.
Nicely done.
Phil

Cormac (26461) 2007-11-29 8:10

Beautiful alpine scenery! The way you used the trail in this is very good, as it tends to lead us right into the scene, and it also makes it easier for us to imagine that we are there. Great weather too, with some great clouds. Nicely done!

gneufeld (15289) 2007-11-29 13:24

Hi Paul,
Great image here with wonderful colors, excellent depth, great composition and stunning details and clarity. I like it alot. Great work and TFS. Gerald

jaywalker (12419) 2007-12-02 0:50

Hi Paul, A stunning view, the clear air I feel I can breath it sat at my desk, your POV is excellent, the light is perfect & wonderful natural colours, it is nature at its best, TFS, kind regards Wilson.

culp (224) 2008-01-23 6:35

Hi Paul
This is really a great capture. The clouds are very eye catching and just the way they are hanging over the mountains. As though they are protecting them. The shadowing is great as well. Makes you want to pack a picnic and head out for a enjoyable and breath taking walk with that special someone. Nicely done
I truly enjoy your work
Have a great day
Pamra

danielswalsh (13330) 2008-05-11 19:13

Great shot Paul;

I like the contrast, the sharpness, the colors, the composition, but especially the VIEW!
Did you use a polariser Paul? The sky looks as though you used one, however there is some slight overexposure in the snow which resutled in loss of detail...

However, it's still a stunning view buddy.
- Dan