There was not much in the way of color this particular morning on Little Hunters Beach in Acadia NP so I decided to convert to B&W. I actually think the B&W is more dramatic. The wind was really whipping so I had to wipe the front of the lens element between shots. I shot quite a few frames, but this one has the best wave action.
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Nikon D800, Nikon 17-35 @ 20 mm, f 18 @ 1/6 sec, ISO 200, cable release & tripod
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The texture on the water is gorgeous, Ed and I think this scene is very appropriate for B&W conversion. I notice that the shadows are a little bit heavy especially on the pine trees and the two rocks on the LR corner. I think Lifting up shadows selectively there will help to improve the image overall.
Adhika,
Thanks for taking the time for the C&C ; always appreciated. Here is a different version as I posted the wrong one originally; just did the same thing over in WC.
I really like this Ed. The repost has just the right amount of detail in the shadows and the SS is just right to my eye. Great call on the B&W. Just a small nit though. Even my bad eyes can see at least 8 dust specs scattered throughout the sky.
Thanks @Adhika_Lie: I thought this would be closer to what you were suggesting. @Michael_Lowe: Thanks, glad you enjoyed the image. Try 15 dust spots! Guess I will blame it on a senior moment as I completely forgot to do the dust patrol.
Ed, the rework nails it for me. I like seeing more detail in Great Head. The wave action here came out gorgeous, and the B&W treatment is perfect for the waves against the dark rocks in the water.