New River Gorge Photo

Photographer’s Note

The New River Gorge Bridge is a steel-arch bridge, in Fayetteville, West Virginia, United States. With a length of 3,030 feet (924 m), it was for many years the longest in the world of that type. Its arch extends 1,700 feet (518 m). Part of U.S. Highway 19, it is crossed by an average of 16,200 motor vehicles per day. Construction began on the bridge in June 1974, and completed on October 22, 1977. The bridge is within the New River Gorge National River and the National Park Service operates a visitor center at the northern end of the bridge with scenic overlooks and a staircase that partially descends into the gorge. This shot was taken from the top of staircase.

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MLINES (10850) 2009-04-05 17:39

Hi Sandy, An excellent perspective showing a lot of details on this huge arch of steel. Good colours throughout. TFS. Murray.

dawekato (1988) 2009-04-05 18:29

Terrific capture. Beautiful simple graphic composition. Good DOF with sharp bridge and softer background. I like the duotone of the green tree with blue background. Any colour manipulation?

parbo (10966) 2009-04-05 18:40

Hello Sandy,

Fantastic graphical result and effect with repeating steel beams, columns and the curve coming from its beautiful construction/design style. Your capture is perfectly wonderful with its splendid clarity and sharpness. Congratulations. Have a nice new week.

Friendly Regards,

Ertugrul

dareco (17062) 2009-04-05 22:26

WOW! Very impressive work!!! I love the pov and the detail is excellent. TFS

Isa-M (4026) 2009-04-06 10:31

Hi Sandy !

really good POV and composition...but I think there is to much light on the front of photo - anyway great view !
Greetings !
IZabela