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Newcastle Island Passage
Posted by Marion (Nanaimo, BC, Canada) on 4 August 2008 in Transportation and Portfolio.
There are several small marinas nestled in the little passageway between Nanaimo and Newcastle Island. The same picture as yesterday but as it actually was....in color. Totally my preference.
Gary from Cochise County, United States
Both the B&W and color have their own unique qualities. Both work well.
4 Aug 2008 5:41am
@Gary: Thanks Gary.
Steve from Camdenton, United States
The way you've cropped this works well also, cutting out the sky and leaving more room for the water and the reflections. Nice shot!
4 Aug 2008 5:46am
@Steve: I didn't crop. This is just the way I took it....small camera...not as many options.
@saeed: Saeed, you are so kind.
@SUN.~: Thank you Sun. Love your name, so bright and sunny!!
Anthony from Bielefeld, Germany
Very nice,completly different feeling compared to yesterdays shot.
4 Aug 2008 8:08am
@Anthony: I know, it is pretty amazing how different the two processes are. Thanks Anthony.
Judy from Brooksville-Florida,, United States
I liked yesterday's; I love today's. Perhaps I'm a 'fair weather sailor'! ;D
Even tho' the sky is very light, the true color is reflected in the water and you know how I love BLUE!
The cropping works beautifully as does the little clump of flowers in the foreground! Good job, Marion!
4 Aug 2008 9:04am
@Judy: I probably should have gotten down on one knee to get a better angle because I wanted the little clump of flowers in the picture. Then I would have had more sky in the picture. Funny thing about it was that I was just snapping a beautiful scene but in a big hurry to get going so we wouldn't miss the show, which as it turned out was slow in starting. Oh well!! ps. It's a beautiful day here and I have to stay home and do washes and get ready for a week of full time. boo hoo.
Lorraine from Gatineau, Canada
A tough one to decide, yesterday's b&w really highlighted the clouds and the reflection in the water but totally washed out that little sprig of flowers that's a really nice touch, so I like both
4 Aug 2008 10:02am
@Lorraine: Thanks Lorraine, I like both of them too. Guess that's why I shared both with my fellow blogers. Love all the comments too. You sure didn't take much time off which I am glad of because you are one of my favs!!!
Shuva Brata Deb from Hyderabad, India
Must be a nice place to carry a lot of beer and go sailing.
4 Aug 2008 10:26am
@Shuva Brata Deb: Beer? No I don't drink, but I am sure that it would be nice for some. The sailing part, yup, I would like that.
Michael Skorulski from Cigel, Slovakia
The water is so still and clear I think I can make out growth. A wonderful tranquil image, Marion.
4 Aug 2008 11:16am
@Michael Skorulski: I think it was some kind of growth in the foreground of this picture. Seems strange in salt water, but I don't think there is much wave action in this very sheltered passageway.
Betty from New Jersey, United States
The color version is just beautiful! I love when the water is so calm! Great shot, Marion!
4 Aug 2008 11:19am
@Betty: Thanks Betty. The first in this series is my favorite shot and I really prefer color to b&w, but sometimes the b&w is so moody. Oh to be able to take pictures like Ansel!!
Observing from West Cheshire, United Kingdom
They are both perfect Marion, but my preference is still the B&W... I'm old school.
4 Aug 2008 11:30am
@Observing: Umm, I just might have to do more pictures in B&W, just for you Mike. I'm glad you liked it.
Kylie Greenan from Richmond, Australia
A really beautiful image, the water looks like glass, very peaceful.
4 Aug 2008 11:53am
@Kylie Greenan: Thank you Kylie.
zOOm from Paris, France
I think I prefer the coloured version... beautifully enlighted by this luminous sky and reflection on the sea.
4 Aug 2008 3:31pm
@zOOm: Thanks so much Florence, I do too. It was a perfect night for pictures. Only wish I had my big camera with me :D
Chris from South Jersey, United States
Very peaceful image - love the colors and reflection....
4 Aug 2008 5:26pm
@Chris: Thanks Chris. It was very peaceful down there.
Alun Lambert from cheshire, United Kingdom
I like them both, works well in mono or colour
4 Aug 2008 5:29pm
@Alun Lambert: Thank you Alun.
Ron from Saint Louis, United States
I think they both have their merits ... in this one my eye is immediately drawn to the little patch of yellow in the foreground ... I like the definition of the trees in this one, as well. Truly a splendid seaside scene ... you're so fortunate to have scenes like this close to home ... sigh.
4 Aug 2008 5:51pm
@Ron: Thanks Ron. I am blessed and unfortunately sometimes take it for granted and really don't go down to the waterfront as often as I should.
Earnest from Oklahoma, United States
Marion, I like the color much better in this case. Very nice!
4 Aug 2008 8:20pm
@Earnest: me too. I guess I am neither old school or a purist. tee hee.
Viewfinder from Bradenton, United States
I love the still reflectiveness of this water; the lighting is perfect.
5 Aug 2008 1:19am
amy from Nanaimo, BC, Canada
It is beautiful in the colour, Marion. But I must say I prefer it in the b/w... something about the b/w gives it such a serene mood for me.
5 Aug 2008 4:06am
Canon PowerShot SD800 IS
1/160 second
F/2.8
5 mm