# Charred Coastal Redwood - new version **URL:** \ **Category:** Image Critiques\ **Tags:** editors-pick, landscape\ **Created:** [July 28, 2024, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510 "2024-07-28T21:19:42Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 18\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Igor\_Doncov](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/igor_doncov/32/579_2.png) [@Igor\_Doncov](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Igor_Doncov)\ **Post date:** [July 28, 2024, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/1 "2024-07-28T21:19:42Z")
NEW VERSION: ![_DSF7755_7757_psd3_1300px](https://images.naturephotographers.network/original/3X/d/e/de196ad640e102fe8a0dc81daa0c6e8faf53c52c.jpeg) ORIGINAL: ![_DSF7755_7757_psd4_1400px.jpg](https://images.naturephotographers.network/original/3X/3/2/3283085264574c1dd9ba947b7e6c09a9f0a2638e.jpeg) > **Critique Style Requested:** _Standard_ > > The photographer is looking for generalized feedback about the aesthetic and technical qualities of their image. ### Description This image is a direct conversion from a print file so it may appear a bit bright on the monitor. I’m trying to simplify my processing by not creating separate files for the two mediums. Let’s see how it goes. This was photographed on the coast next to Crescent City. There was good fog that day. I pulled off the side of the highway and found a path blocked by branches so I figured people had been going there. I came upon a tree that I thought looked promising. I circled it and shot from different vantage points and different format and finally decided that a horizontal would look better than the vertical. ### Specific Feedback I’m unsure how the saturation will come out for the viewing world. ### Technical Details GFX50R, 32-64mm, f/11, iso 1250 * * * ### Critique Template Use of the template is optional, but it can help spark ideas. - Vision and Purpose: - Conceptual: - Emotional Impact and Mood: - Composition: - Balance and Visual Weight: - Depth and Dimension: - Color: - Lighting: - Processing: - Technical: ---
**Author:** ![Kerry\_Gordon](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/kerry_gordon/32/5610_2.png) [@Kerry\_Gordon](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Kerry_Gordon)\ **Post date:** [July 28, 2024, 10:38pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/2 "2024-07-28T22:38:27Z")
I was both sure that this was something of yours and quite surprised by it at the same time. While not quite to my taste, it does have a wonderful storybook feel to it. I would describe the colour palette as “candy colour” - very bright, saturated, and vibrant and, as I say, I wouldn’t be surprised if a faerie sprite hopped out from within the darker interior of the tree. Although you haven’t made it clear what your intention was for this picture, based on my reading, the choice to go vertical feels right. ---
**Author:** ![Jim\_Zablotny](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/jim_zablotny/32/3919_2.png) [@Jim\_Zablotny](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Jim_Zablotny)\ **Post date:** [July 29, 2024, 12:51am UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/4 "2024-07-29T00:51:20Z")
I like the misty BG elements and the big, hollow tree in the FG is perfectly exposed. I might remove the bokeh in the dark portion of the FG trees. Well done…Jim ---
**Author:** ![Ed\_Williams](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/ed_williams/32/65698_2.png) [@Ed\_Williams](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Ed_Williams)\ **Post date:** [July 29, 2024, 3:18am UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/5 "2024-07-29T03:18:48Z")
I think @Kerry_Gordon has said it well “it does have a wonderful storybook feel to it” I love the misty BG, the vibrant colors, and the mysterious dark interior of that tree. I was thinking more along the lines of a Norwegian troll than a fairy sprite. In fact, it could be a tree troll sitting down in the forest with a nice redwood hood and a big nose. ---
**Author:** ![mr1](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/mr1/32/68704_2.png) [@mr1](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/mr1)\ **Post date:** [July 29, 2024, 3:21am UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/6 "2024-07-29T03:21:44Z")
Well definitely a picture after my own heart. It does look quite over saturated to me however {even though forest greens can actually be quite bright] . A magnificent tree. I also like the vegetation creeping up to the base. I would be inclined to remove the blue from the fog and would like to see it in B&W. I also think it is great in Landscape mode ---
**Author:** ![John\_Freeman](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/john_freeman/32/61309_2.png) [@John\_Freeman](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/John_Freeman)\ **Post date:** [July 29, 2024, 3:30am UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/7 "2024-07-29T03:30:54Z")
I love the sense of depth that the mist provides. I don’t find that it is too over saturated. The overcast sky with a cloudy color space tends to bring out the colors in a shot like this and I find I like the strong colors. As you mentioned, " image is a direct conversion from a print file" so I would expect it to be brighter and more saturated on a screen. Looking at the image I can almost smell the forest and feel the mist on my skin. ---
**Author:** ![Igor\_Doncov](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/igor_doncov/32/579_2.png) [@Igor\_Doncov](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Igor_Doncov)\ **Post date:** [July 29, 2024, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/8 "2024-07-29T16:33:04Z")
> [@Jim\_Zablotny](#): > > I might remove the [bokeh](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/npn-acronyms-and-terms/12151#bokeh) in the dark portion of the FG trees. I went for broke and end up with bokeh. ---
**Author:** ![Igor\_Doncov](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/igor_doncov/32/579_2.png) [@Igor\_Doncov](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Igor_Doncov)\ **Post date:** [July 29, 2024, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/9 "2024-07-29T19:58:43Z")
Once again I’m embarrassed by my post. I can’t even blame it on the print because it looks gaudy as well. I have a new version. This is a different crop as well. See above. Is this crop superior or is it about the same. These are different images. ---
**Author:** ![Ed\_Lowe](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/e/e36b37/32.png) [@Ed\_Lowe](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Ed_Lowe)\ **Post date:** [July 29, 2024, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/10 "2024-07-29T22:22:54Z")
Nailed it with the rework Igor! This tree has so much presence and the BG fog is sublime and only enhances the mood in this intimate woodland scene. The greens look just about right to me. The light is simply gorgeous; particularly the rim light on a couple of the limbs. The details in the hollowed out trunk are also a nice touch and work well with this image. I think I prefer the original crop a little more. The rework crop feels just a little tight along the bottom edge. Beautifully done IMO. ---
**Author:** ![Ed\_Williams](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/ed_williams/32/65698_2.png) [@Ed\_Williams](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Ed_Williams)\ **Post date:** [July 29, 2024, 11:05pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/11 "2024-07-29T23:05:34Z")
Nice job on the rework Igor. Although I have to say the original with the brighter greens and bluish cast to the BG leaves a more whimsical impression. ---
**Author:** ![Kerry\_Gordon](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/kerry_gordon/32/5610_2.png) [@Kerry\_Gordon](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Kerry_Gordon)\ **Post date:** [July 30, 2024, 6:11pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/12 "2024-07-30T18:11:44Z")
Ah, much more to my liking. I’m always amazed at the relationship between taking a picture and making a picture. The composition is a good one and now, with this revision, you’ve made it yours. ---
**Author:** ![Ben\_van\_der\_Sande](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/ben_van_der_sande/32/5511_2.png) [@Ben\_van\_der\_Sande](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Ben_van_der_Sande)\ **Post date:** [August 5, 2024, 11:21am UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/13 "2024-08-05T11:21:02Z")
Igor, The original does it for me. To me the saturation makes your image special almost abstract as your previous work , The Burl and beneath . I just enjoy it.!! ---
**Author:** ![Judi\_Hastings](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/8c91f0/32.png) [@Judi\_Hastings](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Judi_Hastings)\ **Post date:** [August 5, 2024, 7:34pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/14 "2024-08-05T19:34:46Z")
A very beautiful shot, and I have one of my own somewhat similar. I know that the moss on the tree’s can photograph a very vibrant green for some reason, and I usually do like it, as I do yours. I think its a very calming photograph that reminds us that life always goes on, in one way or another. Beautiful image! ---
**Author:** ![Nigel\_Downes](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/n/7ab992/32.png) [@Nigel\_Downes](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Nigel_Downes)\ **Post date:** [August 5, 2024, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/15 "2024-08-05T20:46:36Z")
Hi Igor, What a super shot. I really like the subtle tones; how the choice of composition has simplified the various element, and the atmospherics. If it were mine I’d simply try two ‘very minor’ crops. Firstly, crop from the top to remove the thin horizontal branch on the top LHS - which I find slightly distracting because it looks to almost - but not quite - meet the top LH corner. (Alternatively, maybe it’s just needs to be softened to reduce its prominence and blend into the misty background with the other branches.) Secondly, I’d play around with ‘finely’ cropping the RHS to see if it’s possible to remove the thin tapered gap created by the slither of tree to the extreme right (which also intersect with the RH border). I hope this helps. Nigel ---
**Author:** ![mr1](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/mr1/32/68704_2.png) [@mr1](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/mr1)\ **Post date:** [August 8, 2024, 10:08am UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/16 "2024-08-08T10:08:19Z")
Hi Igor. I love the rework. I prefer the first crop. The second crop is a bit close to the base for me. Great picture. ---
**Author:** ![dgh](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/dgh/32/62314_2.png) [@dgh](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/dgh)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2024, 12:49am UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/17 "2024-08-15T00:49:34Z")
I much prefer the new version. I like very much the story book feel to the scene. Personally I might have brought the BG down a little further to add to the mystery feel. On the left there’s a fern that enters from off screen and ketches my eye I think it should be removed. A very nice photo congratulations. ---
**Author:** ![Bill\_Chambers](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/bill_chambers/32/10911_2.png) [@Bill\_Chambers](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Bill_Chambers)\ **Post date:** [August 17, 2024, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/18 "2024-08-17T19:03:23Z")
I’m loving this Igor! I didn’t notice the original at first, but in comparison, the rework is far superior. I love the soft feel and color, the misty BG and the beautiful detail of the bark/trunk. This generates a strong emotional response from me; I can smell the dampness and odor of decomposing wood, and I love that! It probably smells completely different from what I am imaging since we don’t have these species where I live, but certainly have the same type of conditions of damp, jungle like woods. Well done; I love these types of shots from you as I can relate to them much more than your rock/desert type images. ---
**Author:** ![Igor\_Doncov](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/igor_doncov/32/579_2.png) [@Igor\_Doncov](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Igor_Doncov)\ **Post date:** [August 18, 2024, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/charred-coastal-redwood-new-version/42510/19 "2024-08-18T21:27:27Z")
> [@Bill\_Chambers](#): > > Well done; I love these types of shots from you That’s good because I’ve decided to post one more of this type. All 3 images we taken within 20 feet of one another and within 20 minutes of each other. I posted the one that’s most ‘likable’ first although it’s not the order I like them.