Old Aqueduct

[bnnrcn]

Thanks Joe

Love them all, but especially #1 as the colours here are more vibrant especially in the reflections!

[FootLoose]

Good set, Binnur.

I think the 2nd shot is the most interesting of the set. The texture on the leaves in the foreground is a nice link to the texture in the rock on the right. My only problem is the sky above that part of the land; I think the framing of the first scene is better in that respect.

But I like the layering of colours and the repetition of the circular shapes. This is a well considered composition.

[bnnrcn]

Thanks for your detailed comment Greg

Good set, Binnur.

I think the 2nd shot is the most interesting of the set. The texture on the leaves in the foreground is a nice link to the texture in the rock on the right. My only problem is the sky above that part of the land; I think the framing of the first scene is better in that respect.

But I like the layering of colours and the repetition of the circular shapes. This is a well considered composition.

[Kaye Leggett]

I particularly like the 2nd image - the yellows of autumn seem a little more natural and I like the leaves at the bottom - they give real balance to the image.

I went and saw Pont du Gard in the South of France - its amazing what the 'ancients' knew how to do isn't it.

[bnnrcn]

Thanks for looking and commenting Kaye We have one which is similar to Pont du Gard, in Istanbul. I think ancients are ancients everywhere Here is the link for the one in Istanbul.

https://www.google.com.tr/search?q=u...ml%3B416%3B336

I particularly like the 2nd image - the yellows of autumn seem a little more natural and I like the leaves at the bottom - they give real balance to the image.

I went and saw Pont du Gard in the South of France - its amazing what the 'ancients' knew how to do isn't it.

[Nicola]

Beautiful serie Binnur!
If you'll have the chance Frank was speaking about, I suggest to try a different framing: reserve about 2/3 of the room at bottom to the reflection, so crop just above the water duct. (The sky will be present in the reflection)
Looking forward to seeing your next pictures

Nicola

[bnnrcn]

Thank you Nicola, I'm glad that you liked the images The place is about 45 km away from the city centre. When I get there again for shooting, I will keep all suggestions in mind.

Beautiful serie Binnur!
If you'll have the chance Frank was speaking about, I suggest to try a different framing: reserve about 2/3 of the room at bottom to the reflection, so crop just above the water duct. (The sky will be present in the reflection)
Looking forward to seeing your next pictures

Nicola

[wilgk]

These are indeed a really special series, the detail you have maintained in the darker areas whilst also showing the light bright parts... & still not looking over processed, shows a very skilful photography & development process.
I'm wondering if the area is prone to extreme changes in appearance throughout the 4 seasons, would an image every season work with this area?
I know here for example, the local area doesn't get snow, so the contrast would not be there to make it a worthwhile project.

[ShaneS]

Binnur, I agree that this is a great series and I too would be proud to have captured any of the shots in the series.

I will be a bit contrary with the next comment though...I have looked at these images a number of times and I can't help but thinking that they are a bit to saturated in the yellows and red. Your processing has also add a tough of an HDR look to the scenes. Did you try a more subtle rendition in either of these regards? What made you choose this presentation?

I ask for my own personal learning purposes and would be interested in hearing your thoughts on them.

[bnnrcn]

Hi Shane I didn't increase saturation in reds at all in my PP and there is some saturation in yellows but not too much indeed. I used a softlight blending mode but I adjusted the sliders in the blending mode options in order not to get a very contrasty look. And I also brushed out unwanted parts of it. I didn't push the clarity slider too much and I didn't sharpen the image with my usual amounts because of the foliage.So, I would say that they are my usual edits to my taste. I also don't know how to do HDR yet but when I buy Nik Software (soon) I will certainly try it. I like HDR images and I want to learn it.

There might be a couple of reasons for your way of thinking. First of all , the area is really nice and colorful at this time of year.So, why not show it Secondly, I know a bit about your taste in photography and you usually prefer unsaturated and very natural looking colors in your edits and may be the blending modes like softlight,overlay etc. are not your preferences although some landscape photographers use them for their edits. And for the last , I did some charcoals and acrylic painting in the past for about 2 years . That's why when I edit my photos I don't finish them immediately. I do my main edit the first day but next day I usually revise it again according to my taste and my feelings So, in a way, it is like painting on a canvas for me. I have this feeling especially when I brush out some parts of the image, because I change the opacity of the brush for different parts of the image on the same layer if I find necessary .

I think everybody has their own journey in photography and it is an everlasting journey. I'm not an experienced photographer. I try to learn the softwares and techniques and then I apply them to my images according to my taste. So, I usually go where my heart takes me

PS. I forgot to mention that there are always some shadows ,highlights, levels, curves adjustments in my images selectively or for the whole image.

Binnur, I agree that this is a great series and I too would be proud to have captured any of the shots in the series.

I will be a bit contrary with the next comment though...I have looked at these images a number of times and I can't help but thinking that they are a bit to saturated in the yellows and red. Your processing has also add a tough of an HDR look to the scenes. Did you try a more subtle rendition in either of these regards? What made you choose this presentation?

I ask for my own personal learning purposes and would be interested in hearing your thoughts on them.

[bnnrcn]

Thank you very much for your encouraging comment Kay

I think this area is best to photograph in fall and may be in spring because we don't usually have snow around here in winter and everywhere is so dry in summer.

These are indeed a really special series, the detail you have maintained in the darker areas whilst also showing the light bright parts... & still not looking over processed, shows a very skilful photography & development process.






I'm wondering if the area is prone to extreme changes in appearance throughout the 4 seasons, would an image every season work with this area?
I know here for example, the local area doesn't get snow, so the contrast would not be there to make it a worthwhile project.

[deetheturk]

Wonderful captures Binnur, and I'm another who never knew Troy was in Turkey

[bnnrcn]

Thank you very much David It is understandable that you didn't know Troy was in Turkey, because you are so busy with finding and shooting those little critters

Wonderful captures Binnur, and I'm another who never knew Troy was in Turkey

[ShaneS]

Thank you so much for taking the time to answer my question Binnur. Even though you say your are not an experienced photographer the work you show here is very impressive and I appreciate the insight into your process.

You are right that many of the steps that we take in PP are personal choices and won't please everyone, that's for sure! Your process really does involve 'painting with light' and an attention to detail that many don't take the time to learn about or apply to their work. I applaud you for that and the vision that you have for your work from both an artistic and technical perspective

I will look forward to seeing the results of your continued progress and also some of the work you share once you delve into SEP2. It will be a lot of fun for you!

[Mike Buckley]

Regarding the discussion between Shane and Binnur of the saturation in these images: When I review images, I either get the sense that the photographer doesn't know his or her post-processing goals, much less whether they have been accomplished or I get the sense that the photographer understands all of that. Even when Binnur post-processes a photo in a style that is not to my preference, I always get the sense that she is in total command and these photos are no exception.

[bnnrcn]

Thank you so much Shane and Mike. Your comments made me blush.

I think the world of photography is so big that there is place for everyone and we are all playing in a big playground with our dreams.

There is a lot more to learn but it is nice to feel that CinC and its members are always there for helping and supporting. Many thanks for that