Loch Voil and THE TREE

[Dimitri_V]

Hi everyone

One part of Loch (lake) Voil,can`t remember where exactly.
The day started perfect,a bit of mist in the early morning but when it cleared up there was not a single cloud in the sky,perfect.
After 3pm though it was another story,as you can see the sky turned grey,no wind at all though,which was ideal for great reflections.
As you can see the bottom of the loch is covered with leafs.

Reflections...yes , blue sky...no!:lol::lol:

The second one is the famous tree for which a few people here (including myself) are claiming the copywrite.:D:D:D:D:D:D

Taken the 14-01-2006 with canon 1DmkII n & Tamron 17-35 with Lee filters.

http://www.dvattika.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/10001/Loch%20Voil%20%28Trossachs%29.jpg

Aper....f 11 - iso....100 - s/s....1/30 - 21mm
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This tree is right on the top of a tiny rocky island and quite a few of its roots are external,eventually it will split the rock in two,if it hasn`t already done so,amazing how they grow up there.

http://www.dvattika.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/10001/On%20the%20rocks%20%28Loch%20Voil%29.jpg

Aper....f 11 - iso....100 - s/s....1/10 - 17mm

[EOSAddict]

How do you ALWAYS find the water so calm dimitri. ;) nice shots as expected.

[baldybaldstock]

How do you ALWAYS find the water so calm dimitri

I'll second that!.... I have several "still water" lake's and reservoirs near where I live and have only once come across water so still!!!

Once again great pics Dimitri. You certainly inspire me to get out there and try my best!

[rudgej]

We've all experienced the overcast skies, but the calm waters - they're as common as unicorns in any of my shots. :)

I like the first one for the reflections and interesting foreground colours and textures. Our tree is still going strong in the second one I see. ;)

[baldybaldstock]

Our tree is still going strong in the second one I see.

Thats possibly the most photogenic tree I've ever seen!!

[johnthebaptist]

I can't belive the stillness or clarity of the water!! These are great shots!

[lomond]

Beautiful, Dimitri, just beautiful.
This might sound a bit pedantic but I would be tempted to clone out the branches of the tree coming in from the left of the frame in the second shot.
But that's just me. :?

I have to get up there and stake a claim on this tree. :lol:

Spelling :o

[strachg]

Hi Dimitri,

Lovely photographs, it sure wasnt like that on Sunday.

Graham

[Adrian]

Great shots Dimitri! Thanks for posting :)

[strax]

Dmitri, They are both excellent photo's. I think I prefer the first one though.

As for the tree, I'm off there tomorrow with a saw;)

[Buggbairn]

As for the tree, I'm off there tomorrow with a saw;)

YOU'LL LEAVE THAT BLOODY TREE ALONE IF YOU KNOW WHATS GOOD FOR YOU :evil: :evil: :evil:

;)
:lol:

Great shots Dimtri :)

"Our" tree is looking nice and strong and already gaining weight, sorry leaves ;)

So what if it got cloudy eh ?

Thats where your work normally flourishes :)

Cloudy, I can handle but overcast is a pain in the ass

[stoneylonesome]

Fantastic shots as usual Dimitri, I love the huge depth you have achieved in the first one, sharp focus from the bush in the foreground all the way back to the horizon Nicely done. The reflections are superb.

[J T]

You guys are lucky I don't live in Scotland. I'd hide behind a tree and then chuck and handful of rocks into the water to upset that PERFECT glass-smooth surface! http://bestsmileys.com/evil/3.gif

haha

[saravrose]

You guys are lucky I don't live in Scotland. I'd hide behind a tree and then chuck and handful of rocks into the water to upset that PERFECT glass-smooth surface! http://bestsmileys.com/evil/3.gif

haha

and then all the scots would tie you up to the tree and take a picture of it.. :p :p

[rudgej]

and then all the scots would tie you up to the tree and take a picture of it.. :p :p
:lol: Nice one Sari. :)

[dewmuw]

Isn't it ever windy when you go out Dimitri? Great shots as usual.

[rfreschner]

Great shots Dimitri! What filter(s) did you use on the 1st one?

[MuffYz]

I've been so busy with university and I've been away from the forum for a while..
I missed photoes like this...as usual stanning Dimitri!!

Bye

[wrphhi]

Nice photos as always Dimitri. Not much to be said that hasn't been said before. I always look forward to viewing your work.

[Dimitri_V]

How do you ALWAYS find the water so calm dimitri. nice shots as expected.
Well,it depends AL,when the weather is to be really good and calm i go for lochs,if its to be a bit windy i go for falls/rivers/mountains and if its not that great i go for animals/birds.
Add to that a bit of luck also and you have a great combo.
Ofcourse it does,`t always turn to be as i want it,:lol: for instance,i haven`t had a clear day for awhile now.:(
I'll second that!.... I have several "still water" lake's and reservoirs near where I live and have only once come across water so still!!!
Once again great pics Dimitri. You certainly inspire me to get out there and try my best!
Check the above reply,and thank you for the kind comments.
ps...i also try early in the morning as it tends to be quite calm.
We've all experienced the overcast skies, but the calm waters - they're as common as unicorns in any of my shots.
I like the first one for the reflections and interesting foreground colours and textures. Our tree is still going strong in the second one I see.
Thank you very much for the comments John,check my above reply about the calm waters,and yes,our tree is still there and says hello.:lol:
Thats possibly the most photogenic tree I've ever seen!!
I think it is.:D
I can't belive the stillness or clarity of the water!! These are great shots!
Thank you so much John.
Beautiful, Dimitri, just beautiful.
This might sound a bit pedantic but I would be tempted to clone out the branches of the tree coming in from the left of the frame in the second shot.
But that's just me.
I have to get up there and stake a claim on this tree.
You are absolutelly right about the branches Cameron,i should clone them out,i think its me being lazy,:lol: .
Not very happy withe 2nd shot and my excuse is...it was the last thing i shot that day (a long shooting day,plenty of keepers) and i was getting tired,plus i couldn`t get the tripod to stay in portrait orientation for the shot and i was getting a bit frustated.
Thats my excuse and i`m sticking to it.:lol: :lol: :lol:
Hi Dimitri,
Lovely photographs, it sure wasnt like that on Sunday.
Graham
No Graham,it wasn`t,thats what i tried to explaing further up,not always as we want it so we need to get the best of it while we can.
Thank you so much for the nice comments.
Great shots Dimitri! Thanks for posting
Thanks for looking and the kind remarks Adrian.
Dmitri, They are both excellent photo's. I think I prefer the first one though.
As for the tree, I'm off there tomorrow with a saw
No no no,you cann`t do that,thats our pride.:lol: :lol:
YOU'LL LEAVE THAT BLOODY TREE ALONE IF YOU KNOW WHATS GOOD FOR YOU
Great shots Dimtri
"Our" tree is looking nice and strong and already gaining weight, sorry leaves
So what if it got cloudy eh ?
Thats where your work normally flourishes
Cloudy, I can handle but overcast is a pain in the ass
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: nobody is touching our tree,you hear?:lol: :lol: :lol:
Thanks Scott,and yes,i don`t mind cloudy at all,give me clouds any day,,,just not ovecast,no detail there.:(
Fantastic shots as usual Dimitri, I love the huge depth you have achieved in the first one, sharp focus from the bush in the foreground all the way back to the horizon Nicely done. The reflections are superb.
Thank you very very much Sandy for your kindest remarks,you`re a good friend.:D
You guys are lucky I don't live in Scotland. I'd hide behind a tree and then chuck and handful of rocks into the water to upset that PERFECT glass-smooth surface!
haha
:lol: :lol: :lol: thanks JT,nice one.
Funny enough,i was trying to take a shot of loch Venahar and there was 2-3 guys there throwing stones in the water to make ripples,the water was just perfect.
Very kindly i asked them if they could stop it for a few minutes so i could take a couple of shots and fair enough,the guys were brand new.
and then all the scots would tie you up to the tree and take a picture of it..
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: nice one Sari,superb.
Great shots Dimitri! What filter(s) did you use on the 1st one?
Thanks for the reply,i used Lee nd grad 3 stops (and still there was a bit of the sky overexposed a touch) and the Lee CP.
Isn't it ever windy when you go out Dimitri? Great shots as usual.
Well Damian,its been really bad for the last (at least) 4 weeks,not pictures taken at all.
It wasn`t even good weather for the zoo or anywhere else.
I`m talking about the weekends obviously.
Thanks for kind words.:)
I've been so busy with university and I've been away from the forum for a while..
I missed photoes like this...as usual stanning Dimitri!!

Bye
Thank you so much,and say hello to Milan.:D
Nice photos as always Dimitri. Not much to be said that hasn't been said before. I always look forward to viewing your work.
You don`t need to say anything Randy,your presence is enough for me.:)

[rfreschner]

Thanks for the reply,i used Lee nd grad 3 stops (and still there was a bit of the sky overexposed a touch) and the Lee CP.

Dimitri - do you think a 4 stop grad would have done a better job or perhaps too much?

[Dimitri_V]

Dimitri - do you think a 4 stop grad would have done a better job or perhaps too much?

Yes Rick it would,the problem is that with the current comp.the mountain on the left would come out far too dark.
It already was a bit dark and i had to bring it up.
We cann`t have everything in this life you see.:lol:

[forrestt]

Superb! No blue sky but with a capture of this quality it doesn't matter, the clouds add interest and detail to the smooth surface of the water. I really like the bare trees leaning over the water also the plant on the right (heather?) in the foreground looks as if it will be blooming soon. KC

[Dimitri_V]

Superb! No blue sky but with a capture of this quality it doesn't matter, the clouds add interest and detail to the smooth surface of the water. I really like the bare trees leaning over the water also the plant on the right (heather?) in the foreground looks as if it will be blooming soon. KC

Thanks KC,i really apreciate your most kind comments.
Heather? hmm,i don`t know but i don`t think so either,looks very thorny to be heather.

[CousinMadness]

Brilliant as usual Dimitri.

When I get home in June I am going to run around all the Lochs and throw stones in them to create ripples.... hehehehehehe.



Cousin Bad Boy. :rolleyes:

[Dimitri_V]

Brilliant as usual Dimitri.
Chears Martin.;)
When I get home in June I am going to run around all the Lochs and throw stones in them to create ripples.... hehehehehehe.
You better behave yourself or i`ll get Scott and strax and we`ll be after you with long sticks.:lol::lol::lol:
Cousin Bad Boy. :rolleyes:
Darn right you are,cuz.:D

[Jello]

Amazing!..Dave and I are always in awe of your unbelievable photo's.. We love your work D :)

Dave and Trish

[sparker1]

Very nice, Dimitri. I love the first, for the foreground objects mostly, but also the reflection.

[weemannie]

Sorry for the delay, Dimitri. I've been over the west coast for a break (pictures to follow).
They are lovely captures, yet again, Beautifully done :D

[Dimitri_V]

Amazing!..Dave and I are always in awe of your unbelievable photo's.. We love your work D
Dave and Trish
Thank you both Dave & Trish for your constant support.:)
Very nice, Dimitri. I love the first, for the foreground objects mostly, but also the reflection.
Thanks Stan,i really apreciate your kind words.:)
Sorry for the delay, Dimitri. I've been over the west coast for a break (pictures to follow).
They are lovely captures, yet again, Beautifully done
Thanks Trevor,i take it you were there for some holidays?
Looking fw to your posts.;)

[mrclark321]

Nice shots Dimitri, you have a good eye. :)

Dan

[Dimitri_V]

Nice shots Dimitri, you have a good eye. :)

Dan


Thanks Dan,i`m doing my best.:)