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21-JUL-2008

Wanda Experiment 07_21_08.jpg

This is just a shot for a concept we're working on. the light today sucked so we need to reshoot the image. Overall I'm happy where it is going.

Canon EOS 5D ,Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM
1/2s f/11.0 at 42.0mm iso200 full exif

other sizes: small medium large original auto
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waterfalls man03-May-2009 01:02
Excellent Work V
william mahan03-Aug-2008 03:00

An old tree never looked so good !
Steve Mastellotto22-Jul-2008 16:41
Wanda, I have always thought of you as a wood nymph but that is another story.
Guest 22-Jul-2008 03:04
Fabulous composition and post processing work... can't wait to see you improve on this shot. :) Jv
Wm. Bates22-Jul-2008 01:30
Howard,

The dark eyes are something we are looking to correct. This morning there was simply no light to be had. The sky was filled with dark thunder clouds and not a bit of light was peeking through them. Even if we'd had a reflector to try and fill in the face, there was no light to reflect back. . .. BUT, we have found the tree we want to use, so now we have to hope for a morning with better light! . . . . Naturally, the tree is just on the side of the road, so it's always a challenge to scurry back into My clothes before someone gets embarrassed.

Wanda
Wm. Bates22-Jul-2008 01:27
Bob,

I really enjoyed your clever comments. (smile)

Wanda
Howard Sandler22-Jul-2008 00:18
This is a really neat and creative concept! I'm not sure if you were after a mother nature or a creepy effect though. The dark shadows in Wanda's eye sockets make it creepy for me.
Bob from Down Under 21-Jul-2008 23:51
Now you're both barking up the right tree. This is tree-mendous photography, from both of you. Leaf it to you to two to go out on a limb, for something different to share with the world!! Just don't truncate your exploratory work!! We woodn't expect any less from each of you!! Congratulations!!
Guest 21-Jul-2008 23:11
Yes, heading in the right direction!
I think I'd like to see you try and make the two blend a little more distinctly - more of the tree textures on Wanda's figure, rather than so much a fade. But I'm sure you'll work out something that's good and right!
C
Guest 21-Jul-2008 22:20
very creative
well done
jjbjr21-Jul-2008 21:34
Bill, care to share how you did this?
VSU21-Jul-2008 20:43
Nice idea. Nice start.
isleman21-Jul-2008 19:42
OMG! That bike mishap was far worse than I first anticipated!! Bravo Bill.....another creative masterpiece!!!
Guest 21-Jul-2008 19:19
Bill - excellent kammo wear but I notice no pockets for spare ammo? 'Realtree' kammo is supposed to be good but never thought it that good ;)) Nicely done btw.
kent larnhill21-Jul-2008 18:19
So well done, great work!
Ethan Coal21-Jul-2008 16:56
Interesting experiment. I'm looking forward to seeing where you take this. Well done!
Peter 21-Jul-2008 16:44
Hmmm....Mother nature is at it again? Wanda-ful!
You have to Wanda when and where mother nature is going to pop up.
I knew she would, but when, and where is always the unknown! Go Figure!!!!

Bill, Wanda, once again you two guys...oops sorry, Sir and Lady make
photography fun to watch. I to would like to ORDER A WANDA TREE!

Super pic guys!
Gary Blanchette21-Jul-2008 16:32
Strategically placed bark, I love it!
Guest 21-Jul-2008 16:20
Superb. V.
Guest 21-Jul-2008 15:55
OK, now raise your arms...good, now step back...another step back...one more step back...oooops!

Great concept and excellent execution. Now if you could kindly provide me with the name of the "wanda-tree" so I can order one for MY backyard!

JimboTN
Bob B.21-Jul-2008 15:51
A 'Tree named Wanda:?!