Autumn Outlook

Taken a few months ago, this is a late autumn view from inside the park shelter.

Photo captured in Elburn, Illinois.

Tags: autumn, elburn, nature, outlook, park, photography, stone, tree, window

26 thoughts on “Autumn Outlook”

Tammy on March 2, 2012 at 8:06 am said:

What a cool perspective…love the contrast between shadows and highlights in this! And this window makes a cool frame!

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- Brian Gaynor on March 2, 2012 at 8:43 am said:
  
  Hi Tammy, thank you for the great feedback. Much appreciated.
  
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The View Out Here on March 2, 2012 at 8:33 am said:

Since I am new to your blog and this will probably be one of those “duh” comments to all the regulars here… I still wanted to let you know, I think you have a wonderful eye. This image is great with it’s dark and light and well, I adore autumn!

~d.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 2, 2012 at 8:48 am said:
  
  Thanks very much for the comment. The light was falling nicely, and I was fortunate to capture this image. Yes, autumn is wonderful — my favorite season.
  
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sandy on March 2, 2012 at 8:37 am said:

What a great frame, and the stone was just right for the scene.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 2, 2012 at 8:51 am said:
  
  Hi Sandy, I appreciate the feedback and support!
  
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avian101 on March 2, 2012 at 9:43 am said:

Excellent! 🙂

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- Brian Gaynor on March 2, 2012 at 12:36 pm said:
  
  Avian, thank you very much!
  
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H2O by Joanna on March 2, 2012 at 10:11 am said:

Amazing. beautiful frame you have in this window. For me… I think I would like it even more if you crop it a square so the black sides would be less dominant… but I have to see it like that if my thought are right 🙂

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- Brian Gaynor on March 2, 2012 at 12:37 pm said:
  
  I appreciate the constructive feedback, Joanna, and will experiment with the cropping. Thanks!
  
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Santi on March 2, 2012 at 11:05 am said:

Fantastic use of light vs. shadow and space!! Great composition and fabulous autumn tones!! Fantastic!!

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- Brian Gaynor on March 2, 2012 at 12:37 pm said:
  
  Santi, thanks so much for the comment!
  
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Vicki on March 2, 2012 at 12:18 pm said:

this reminds me of a stained glass window.. love it!

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- Brian Gaynor on March 2, 2012 at 12:38 pm said:
  
  Hi Vicki, thank you so much!
  
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thehappyhugger on March 2, 2012 at 12:36 pm said:

What a stunning picture!

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- Brian Gaynor on March 2, 2012 at 12:54 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much for the lovely comment!
  
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balancethroughthelens on March 2, 2012 at 12:38 pm said:

Love the contrasts. I agree it looks like a stained glass window. Great use of structure. I have a similar series in my book discussing how the way we frame things completely changes how we see them. (I was looking through sandstone arches). Same effect & so true here for your picture- gives the tree a whole new quality!

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- Brian Gaynor on March 2, 2012 at 1:36 pm said:
  
  Hi Susie, thank you for the insightful comment.
  
  First off, I have explored your blog and would encourage others to do the same. You offer a positive and heartwarming perspective on nature and its ability to balance, heal, and restore us. It’s truly a special site that I will continue to visit.
  
  Secondly, I do agree that the method of our framing changes our perspective. I might also add that our initial choice of framing is often dictated by our perspective of the world; it is incumbent on each of us to alter our natural framing inclination if we expect to see the world differently.
  
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Steven Tze on March 2, 2012 at 11:17 pm said:

Good things going on here. There’s the contrast of the rigid structure of the opening versus the tree branches and also the brilliant yellow color standing out among the black and red/brown grasses.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 2, 2012 at 11:48 pm said:
  
  Steven, your insight and feedback is always appreciated. Thank you.
  
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David Hall on March 3, 2012 at 10:28 am said:

You have managed the exposure very well Brian.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 4, 2012 at 3:50 pm said:
  
  David, thank you very much!
  
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Spiral Dreamer (Francis) on March 3, 2012 at 2:55 pm said:

Wonderful picture, dreamy in many ways. 🙂

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- Brian Gaynor on March 3, 2012 at 2:56 pm said:
  
  Francis, thank you very much!
  
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zookyshirts on March 6, 2012 at 8:42 am said:

Cool framing with this shot.

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- Brian Gaynor on March 6, 2012 at 8:47 am said:
  
  I appreciate the comment and visit!
  
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