Japanese Garden?? Photo

Photographer’s Note

In the middle of the New Zealand bush!!
Hi all. After having trekked for nearly 2 hours up the Rangiwahia Hut track this bridge and its surroundings seems a little incongruous. This bridge was built twenty years ago and at the time was more than an hours walk from the road end. The wooden bridge spans a high gorge with its lovely ached form and looks for all the world like something out of a Japanese garden.
There was a large landslide over the winter which wiped out a small part of the track but caused us a long detour, hence the added time for our assent. We did carry on for another hour to the Rangiwahia Hut (1320M ASL) for some magnificent views over the Rangitikei district.
In WS another view of the bridge.
Have an enjoyable and safe festive season, Paul.

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besnard (31362) 2008-12-18 22:49

Bonjour Paul
Une vue bien cadrée avec cette prise en hauteur qui nous donne la possibilité de découvrir ce pont dans son écrin de verdure. Belles couleurs et bonne profondeur d'image.
Merci pour le partage et bonne journée.
Nicole

danyy (69963) 2008-12-19 0:07

Bonjour Paul,
je suis étonné du manque de critiques sur cette photo pourtant magnifique.
Elle est d'une netteté incroyable et offre une belle perspective avec ce pont.
Tu as opté pour des lumières pas trop fortes et cela donne de bons contrastes partout.
Un endroit bien pittoresque.
Regards.
Daniel.

giorgimer (21710) 2008-12-19 0:36

Hi Paul,

a very nice view, the bridge, even if incongruous, contributes to a nice composition in this view.

TFS

Gio

Giorgio (8834) 2008-12-19 1:10

- Nice framing Paul, very symbolic that bridge, the place to look great and you have managed to develop, in any case, bravo, it's very successful! Have a good weekend and a Merry Christmas to you and your family too.
giorgio

carper (66148) 2008-12-19 3:31

a very nice photo Paul,
good perspective here, the composition is nice and you mad a good contrast shot, have a very good Xmas Paul.
regard jaap

Photo65Net (43106) 2008-12-19 4:07

Hello Paul,
Nice perspective here.
Light and tones are very pleasant too.
Have a nice day,
JB.

danos (33766) 2008-12-19 4:50

Hello Paul,
nice the existence of this wooden bridge that penetrates the New Zealand bush under brilliant lighting conditions.Walking the bridge over the high gorge,the spectacle should be marvellous.The perspective and the POV create a great depth in the scene.Well done.

Have a good Christmas,Danos

Dyerco (9404) 2008-12-19 6:41

Hi Paul
It must have been quite a site after all that hiking. Nicely exposed and this POV suits the vertical format. When I saw the WS it definitly looked like a Japanese garden.
Phil

Docarmo (8862) 2008-12-19 9:49

Hi Paul,
Surprising POV for a bridge, well done! Excellent DOF. I like a lot the WS too. What an exuberant forest!
Thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas!
MCV

Waylim (11391) 2008-12-19 11:26

Hi Paul,
I think the hike is worth it. Life most unexpected surprise are when you take detour route. This is a very beautiufl bridge right in there surrounded by beautiful nature. The bridge looks as if it's stairs goind up. The workshop image is very nice also and very helpful. Thanks
Way

alvaraalto (5305) 2008-12-19 12:31

Hi Paul,

Indeed there is an atmosphere like a Japanese garden in this picture, although when I looked at the thumbnail I thought it was the Chinese wall in New Zealand.
I wish you a pleasant end of the year and all the best for 2009.

Groet Rob

jimkilgallon (0) 2008-12-19 21:07

Hey Paul looks like the Waitakes here, so this scene looks very natural and a relaxing place to walk and find the bush retreats wildlife. The bridge leads well into the scene with first rate colours and detail. All the best for 2009 Paul and we shall meet up for some photography.
Regards
Jim

Nicou (46257) 2008-12-20 2:27

Hello,

Merveilleux ce jardin japonais, quelle belle verdure, avec ce pont qui monte, on diriait qu'il est vraiment très pentu, superbe.

Bravo et amitié

Nicou

cunejo200 (7243) 2008-12-20 13:26

Hello Paul,
It must be a surprise to find this well presented bridge after a 2-hour trek. The diagonal composition is striking as well as the greeneries suroounding it. My best compliments and wishing you happy holidays. Danilo

gracious (20017) 2008-12-20 14:36

Hello Paul,
My heartiest Christmas greeting to you and family and a coming happy New Year from Auckland!
Both the images are nice on the bridge with that nice curve, just like you said looks like a Japanese garden bridge over our beautiful NZ bush! hehe!
I loved tracking and may be someday we can do it together with our little friend in hand! looking forward for that!
you have a lovely sunday and my warmest regards always
cheers
tony

jmdias (20213) 2008-12-20 15:23

paul
very interesting and beautiful bridge, it is really like a japanese view, surrounded by trees and with a nice shape. good the softy colors and the framing.

happy christmas!

jorge

vmf-214 (1624) 2008-12-20 19:12

Hi Paul,
Great nature capture you did and like the softness to the photo. Like the view of the bridge as appears out of the trees. Excellent capture on the different colors. Great job Paul Merry Xmas.

Regards
Jason.

riclopes (33159) 2008-12-21 3:30

Olá Paul, nice perspective showing how the elegant bridge jumps from here to there. The trek seems quite nice and the day was a beautiful sunny one from what I see here. Although this picture has better quality, the WS attracts me very much - an arch flying in the middle of all that greenery...
Wish you a Merry Christmas,
ricardo

edal (6611) 2008-12-21 8:16

Hello again Paul!
Very good composition! Good focus and vivid colors added, the result is very artistic.
Best wishes,
Anton

stego (22500) 2008-12-21 16:05

Hi Paul,

Indeed it reminds much a Japanese garden, not only for the bridge, but also for some of the trees. It's a beautiful place and you present it wonderfully. The compo is very well done and every technical detail is spotless (exposure, sharpness, colours, etc.).

I like the WS very much also and it deserved a main post, but somehow I find this more attractive.

Cheers, José.

dareco (17104) 2008-12-21 19:42

Very nice pov and I love this bridge!! A beautiful picture. TFS

Graal (59144) 2008-12-22 0:00

Amazing bridge midle of the bush, nice 2 images and shots from good POV. Unusual place. Well presentation and well done photos.
Gr., Aleksander

papagolf21 (57029) 2008-12-22 0:39

Bonjour, cher ami Paul,
La récompense était au bout du chemin, deux heures de marche pour atteindre le nirvana ! ;o)
Force est de reconnaître que la beauté est au rendez-vous. Un jardin japonais grandiose. Merci pour ces très belles prises de vue.
Je te souhaite, cher ami, d'excellentes fêtes de fin d'année.
Amitiés.
Philippe

AiresSantos (43298) 2008-12-22 1:22

Hi Paul
Beautiful picture with this wooden bridge. Well chosen the vertical format in order to show us the blue sky. Excellent colours and light management
Best wishes
Aires

belido (17203) 2008-12-22 2:47

Hi Paul,

very good photo. I like the perspective of the bridge and to see the trees in both sides. It looks a very pleasant place for a walk. I feel all that freshness. Superb details and natural colors. Great job!
Regards,
Carlos
PS: merry christmas to you!

patdeph (18644) 2008-12-22 4:01

helo Paul
the high POV gives a nice perspective on the bridge!I wonder if I prefer the WS where we can see in a better way the position of this incredible bridge above the gorge,and where I appreciate better the landscape!But it's only my poor opinion,and this photo is also very beautiful!Like you,I love the vegetation very much,it's superb!
Regards
Pascale

Gregtom (7119) 2008-12-22 4:19

Hello, Paul!
It really looks like a bridge taken strightly from the japanese garden (very similar to the one which is placed in my city Wroclaw in Poland :) I think that japanese culture and architecture is very popular all around the world and some of it's elements can be easily found in many places. Nice shot!
regards,
Greg
Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!

jafadabret (40717) 2008-12-22 7:15

Bonjour Paul.
Ce pont est presque insolite dans cette nature qui semble si sauvage. En plus de son côté pratique il est très esthétique et fait penser en effet à un pont dans un jardin japonais.
Happy Christmas !
Jacques

Cricri (44153) 2008-12-22 8:06

Hi Paul
Une jolie découverte de cet endroit sauvage et trés verdoyant..bon POV qui donne une belle perspective du pont, belle image
Good day , Merry Christmas for you and your family
cricri

josepmarin (34295) 2008-12-22 11:38

Hi Paul,
This so leafy forest is spectacular, and your vertical setting allows to catch it in all its beauty.
In addition this wooden bridge and its arch add a good dynamism and an elegant perspective to the composition.
It is true that this place looks like a Japanese garden.
Great work, my friend.
Happy Christmas to you and to your family.
Josep

plimrn (19892) 2008-12-22 16:03

Hi Paul,
I do like the way you've framed the shot with bridge angling across the gorge and the cloud filling the dip in the trees. The WS really shows the density of the forest. I can imagine that having trekked through that dense forest, it would seem unreal to come upon this bridge.
The sensation might be similar to the one I experienced after driving down a 8 foot wide dirt road, no guardrails, two-way traffic and an 18% downgrade. As we arrived at the bridge crossing Mono Creek, there were signs announcing, "restaurant & bar," "spa & massages." Here I thought we were in the back country!!
HLJ, Pat

lucasgalodoido (16953) 2008-12-22 17:52

Hi Paul,
interesing this composition and comparation of this bridge with the japanese bridges, really very similar. Good capture of nature too, with great colors in the sky.
Regards,
Lucas

rodgerg (25575) 2008-12-23 0:39

Hello Paul,

An excellent framing and a good use of vertical format. This bridge, a little incongruous, arise very well in the green of the vegetation. An another interesting and good photowork.
Merry Xmas,
Roger

polpo56 (8158) 2008-12-23 5:36

Hi Paul,
an uncommun view of this green landscape.
Good composition.

Happy Christmas.

Ludo

feather (50588) 2008-12-23 8:24

Your high POV is wonderful and the slight angle of the bridge works well in your composition. The cloud is also an important feature of the whole scene. The WS emphasises even more the way the area is becoming over grown.
Kath
Merry Christmas to you and your family

aadilj (17950) 2008-12-23 22:07

I love the composition and the hues. the textures and the lights have been managed well in this one which also has a lovely pov. Nice sight paul and well crafted indeed.

ahmetgedikli (22249) 2008-12-24 2:23

Hi Paul,
beautiful shot. The POV, colours and composition are very good. Well done.
Have a nice day.
Ahmet

jhm (83802) 2008-12-24 3:10

Hello Paul,

Nice perspective with the small bridge.
You play excellent with light and shades.
Soft and attractive for look it.
Composition and presentation care for a nice picture.
Very well done, TFS.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year for you and your Family.

Best regards,
John.

MarcT (21105) 2008-12-24 23:13

Hi Paul,
Nice bridge to nowhere.
Interesting place to visit, great landscape.
Merry Xmas
Marc

jmcl (14197) 2008-12-26 6:20

Hi Paul,

Especially in the workshop you get the feeling of this "delicate" style bridge almost overpowered in this massive place. From this feeling you have the expanse and dimension ... tough range of light .. both are nice .. in some ways I like the workshop even more ... take care, John

Charo (32234) 2008-12-26 17:20

Hello Paul,
Composition of this beautiful Japanese garden. I love this bridge that seems to emerge from much greenery. Excellent details and natural colors.
Merry Christmas and New Year!
Best regards,
Charo

Angshu (34253) 2008-12-30 0:41

Hello Paul
Your high POV is amazing and the angle of the bridge works well in your composition. The bridge seems to be quite steep. In the WS we see more of the forest which envelops the bridge. I agree with Kath that the cloud plays an important part in the scene. Good work!
Regards
Angshu

pablominto (41700) 2008-12-30 2:27

Hello Paul,

The bridge makes a fine lead-in to the scene!
The structure stands out well in the lush vegetation of evergreens, and the image is a fine documentary...

Seasonal Greetings,
Pablo -

skippy007 (7451) 2008-12-30 2:53

Hello Paul, You have ALMOST convinced me to get out & do some trekking.
Nice shot with the the feeling of the crisp fresh air well captured.
Thanks
Happy New Year
Santo

joscel1975 (489) 2009-01-01 18:41

Hi Paul:

I love this shot. The bridge looks so well-engineered. Thanks fo sharing.

Joscel

anokutan (8009) 2009-01-02 8:51

Hello Paul,
Like the view of the bridge as appears out of the trees.Very nice pov and I love this bridge.Regards.

siolaw (25914) 2009-01-03 20:31

Hi Paul,
Good choice of vertical framing to give depth to this dangerous looking bridge... Colors and sharpness are fine too.Maybe a little cropping of the darker zone, down there, but no real issue there.
I wish you the best for 2009!
Laurent

ElAprendiz (7370) 2009-01-04 13:56

Hello Paul:

It is a nice place where you can breathe fresh air. The view from the top, offers a great perspective and depth, despite the vertical format. Beautiful colors and balanced frame.

A hug, John

Uhu (7482) 2009-01-10 2:08

Well, it looks a bit like Japanese garden, yeah!
Great photo. You enjoy a summer when all others suffer the winter, hm.

Bluejeans (33457) 2009-01-17 1:28

Ola Paul,
Magnifica a paisagem as árvores são linda , a ponte é muito interessante em arco , bom contraste de cores verde e azul , parabéns!!
Um abraço Gonçalo

jaywalker (12419) 2009-02-27 15:21

Hi Paul, A really beautiful photo nicely composed with the bridge drawing the eye into the photo, the surrounding trees are a lovely view of nature & there is super focus, great vertical framing & the blue sky adds some welcomed extra colour, kind regards Wilson.

xuaxo (5917) 2009-06-14 3:29

Hi Paul,
Good title.
Very good capture of the elegant bridge. Good ws too.
Greetings,
Francisco