Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Window Moon

Sometimes I like to experiment with photography - even if the results aren't great, I can learn and become a better photographer. I liked yesterday's Moon as it faded between clouds, and decided to get a photo of it looking through one of my house windows.
I found it very difficult to illuminate the window (which is high and dark) without completely washing out the bright Moon and its surrounding clouds. This might be an example where multiple exposures and HDR processing could help, although I'm not normally a fan of HDR. I don't think this is a particularly successful photo, but it's how I learn, and it's my Skywatch Friday entry for the week.
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24 comments:

  1. Sylvia KJanuary 19, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    It's hard to get a bad shot of a full moon like the one tonight -- I did manage to do just that, but I have yours to look at! And it is gorgeous! I'm excited about starting a photography class at a local college on Saturday. The teacher has had his photos published in National Geographic and has conducted photography tours all over the world. Its for beginners, goes for five weeks with three field trips. Hope to see an improvement in my photography! Hope you have a wonderful weekend, Al!

    Sylvia

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  2. Marjorie (Molly) SmithJanuary 19, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    I have to admit I like the look, I have a terrible time getting a good picture of the moon. One reason being down here in the low country there are too many obsticial in the way, trees, ect. not alot of open sky here where I'm at. In the fall I love the orange harvest moon only problem, time it gets over the trees it's no longer orange...lol..
    I like your shot.
    Molly

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  3. UnknownJanuary 19, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Not bad, Al..
    I'm sure you'll get better as often as you take a beautiful scenic pictures.
    anyway, nice framing. :)

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  4. jocoJanuary 20, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    Hiya Al,
    I had a go at just that, but no success. Camera just didn't want to cooperate. So I know how hard it is and you did well.

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  5. UnknownJanuary 20, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    I think you did a really good job Al, the moon is never easy and I love your composition.

    Have a great weekend & happy SWF!

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  6. AnnaJanuary 20, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    I love it Al !!
    Happy SWF and greetings from Holland,
    Anna

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  7. Cecilia ArtistaJanuary 20, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Great shot! I like your moon!

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  8. Photo CacheJanuary 20, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    i like it a lot. this could fall under - one man's junk is another man's treasure :)

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  9. CarolJanuary 20, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    I like your moon shot, Al. Neat idea to compose it through the window. I am not too good at moon shots, so I should be trying this too!

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  10. webruciJanuary 20, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    i think the window added a lot to the photo, it's a good shot

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  11. CarlettaJanuary 20, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    I think it's mysterious and I like it!
    Sometimes a nice moon shot isn't all craters and glow. :)

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  12. UnknownJanuary 20, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    I like this shot as it makes me think you were indoors on a foggy night so that you'd be safe from the presence of werewolves and other "undesirable" creatures!

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  13. MarilynJanuary 20, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    We were having a mini blizzard last night, so I didn't see the moon until this morning. According to Remington, (wise Newfie), it was the Wolf Moon. I took some pictures, but I can already tell yours is much better than mine. ♥♫

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  14. edenJanuary 20, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Simply beautiful. Love it.

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  15. Ms. BeckyJanuary 20, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    I think it's a splendid shot of the full moon. way better than anything I've gotten when I attempt it. I really like how you've framed it and the deep blue is beautiful.

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  16. LewJanuary 20, 2011 at 11:03 PM

    A couple of editing techniques (PhotoShop Elements) that might bring out more detail of the window: adjust the levels or fill flash.

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  17. Torsdag 1952January 20, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    Hallo Al,

    I love this idea and have some shots like yours. It was quite difficult, because I had a big bottle in the front. I'm thingking about showing that one the next time.
    You are lucky living in Colorado. Next time I'll take some more time to drive some smaler roads because there is more to see then the touristhighlights.

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  18. Jidhu JoseJanuary 21, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    nice shot of moon

    Happy SWF

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  19. kat@iTravelJanuary 21, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    I have tried to capture a moon but all were not good. I can tell you captured it right.

    Happy Sky Watch Friday.

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  20. LauraJanuary 21, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    Al I beg to differ...I think it is a beautiful photo...the milky quality of moonlight against the blue, the form of the window framing it...LOVE it...well done!

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  21. MaritesJanuary 21, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    i've been thinking of taking a photo of the full moon tonight but i was got discouraged with the previous one i took months ago. Yours is a good capture though. have a good weekend!

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  22. anjoeJanuary 21, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Great shot - and yesterday me and my husband, Rimkogeren, was just about taking a picture as yours ;-)
    ...but let it flow....

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  23. KaoriJanuary 22, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    The soft glow of the moon is fantastic! ;-)

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  24. MarieElizabethJanuary 22, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    I do like how the window frame makes it interesting.

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