The weather just can’t seem to make up its mind here in southwestern Montana. The past several days have seen highs in the 30s and even 40s with sun and a general melting of the ice layer. This morning I woke up to 5” of new snow and the chill that cold temperatures combined with a bitter wind produce. Just goes to show that you never know what lies in wait around the corner!
This image is another example of the use of different developing methods when the initial light / color is less than ideal. A beautiful storm was moving across the southern part of Paradise Valley, catching the light and illuminating the waters of the Yelllowstone River. While the image would be too dark as a traditional color picture, the direct positive-style treatment and a little aging help to draw the viewer’s attention off of color and into both shape and texture. The smooth coldness of the water, the fluffiness of the clouds, and the rawness of the harsh weather… all combine to draw the viewer inward. The curve of the river and the hint of grass in the foreground helps to anchor the image while the far-off mountains and the precipitation falling on them make the eye wander to the far distance.
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