Fence
This is part of a new body of work (I hope) on a little road called Gabriel Street. I say “I hope” because I’m just assuming that people will be cooperative enough to let me into their lives with a big camera. This is, of course, the same place where I photographed the little kids the other day. And yes, those images are on the way, but I may have to re-shoot a few due to movement. Not much that can be done about that, unfortunately.
This particular image was tough to print. I printed another version with more contrast, and more of the image showing, but I like the cropped, flatter version presented here better.
On an entirely unrelated note, my basset hound, Homer, was stung by a scorpion tonight while Stacy was walking him. Poor little guy has the worst luck. A few years ago he was attached by another dog for no reason and lost a little chunk of his gigantic ear. He’s a trooper though.
April 5th, 2006 at 2:26 am
Damn this is beautiful Walker, I could look at this stuff all day.
I have got to sell all my equipment and buy a view camera, I have been so constantly impressed with your results. I also feel like I would be more confident approaching people for documentary type work with a camera like this than with a bunch of techie digital stuff. I think people would be more curious and willing.
All my best to Homer, give him a hug and a pat for me.
April 5th, 2006 at 6:36 am
Nice to see that you are back and with your usual, very nice photography. I really like your choice of DOF and composition, on this one!
April 5th, 2006 at 9:00 am
thanks for posting both versions; i prefer the tighter crop + flatness of this one as well.
April 5th, 2006 at 2:57 pm
i like this one better, too. i can’t really analyze why; it just appeals to me more. i’m looking forward to more gabriel street shots.
April 5th, 2006 at 5:30 pm
I like it very much. And I wish you luck with your project. About cropping, maybe between the 2 versions?
April 5th, 2006 at 9:55 pm
This is one of those shots that makes you feel cozy in your heart! I love it!
So sorry to hear about your dog, that’s my favorite breed. I hope he’s doing well.
April 5th, 2006 at 10:58 pm
This is really great! I love your black and whites. You have a real talent for it.
April 6th, 2006 at 9:38 am
Great shot. Awesome B&W
April 10th, 2006 at 6:34 am
it was a little hectic at work this morning, but now … looking at this pictures …it sort of calms me down
April 15th, 2006 at 2:49 am
beautiful photo, I get a sense of a great story unfolding
April 22nd, 2006 at 11:11 am
great work!
May 2nd, 2006 at 12:28 pm
I still LOVE THIS! It’s great!
June 4th, 2006 at 9:20 am
Very clean clear image, nice contrasts and such a great fence !
June 6th, 2006 at 12:27 pm
This is a great shot. Beautiful tones and contrasts. Love the focus and DOF. I lived in Leander for many years before moving to Denver. Love your site.