Delta Lake State Park

Delta Lake State Park

I picked up a used lens the other day. I enjoyed exploring with my 50mm and wanted a lens that was a little wider. I found the retro-themed Nikon Z 28mm online and decided to give it a try. I must confess I have been looking at the Nikon Z f camera and the 28mm would pair nicely with it.

After a brief snow “storm” (not really) on Monday the weather turned around yesterday and reached into the mid 50’s. The sun was out and although it was a little windy I needed to go for a walk after work. Delta Lake was my destination of choice to stretch my legs and try out the new to me lens.

Silent Sunday
Delta Lake State Park

Delta Lake State Park

Delta Lake State Park

The lone tree has been a photographic pursuit of mine for quite some time. This image isn’t exactly the one I have in my head but I like it. Combine this solitary tree, separate and distant from the other trees, with a winter scene to evoke an emotional response. I was looking for loneliness and/or solitude. The two different processing styles, I believe, convey each separately.

This first image is more about loneliness. The muted colors and matte finish push the image toward that feeling. The image has a slight cold tone to it that enhances the feeling. Although it is a sunset, the sun does not feel warm and inviting.

The second image I processed as monochrome. Removing the color takes away the impact it has on the image. The cold feeling is still there but only due to the visual clues in the image; i.e., the snow and ice. To me, this image has a stoic feel to it. The tree embraces its solitude.

Or maybe it is all in my head…

Bellamy Harbor, Rome, NY

I swear the sun was shining bright through my windows. There were a few clouds in the sky, but it felt like the rain had passed. Time to grab a few sunset images before finding something for dinner.

I chose Bellamy Harbor as I was at Delta Lake the previous night. I needed to spread the love around to all my usual haunts. The sun was dropping into the clouds quicker than I would have liked as I rushed down the boulevard toward the harbor.

Damn! I missed it. Ten minutes quicker and I could have captured the sun.

My consolation prize? Streaky clouds in the sky changing color as the sun approached the horizon. I shouldn’t complain…