People in the Landscape
Including a person in a landscape images can make it more interesting. In this blog we will talk about how and why this is true.
Natural Rock Formations Around Sedona, Arizona
The perilous rock formation in Sedona Arizona is spectacular. The thought of a human perched on it evokes an uncomfortable feeling. These people become the subject and add interest and scale to overall image.
Early Spring Fishing in Lake Irwin, Colorado
Visually the man in the red canoe is the first thing we notice. Then the eye examines the overall scene. These elements are so powerful you probably did not notice the snow in the foreground.
The image above was taken in Coastal Italy. The landscape is simple but our emotions tend to be triggered positively by the inclusion of a young boy.
This is a monochrome image taken on the banks of the River Seine in Paris. The photo was captured on film in 1980. The family in the image provides the viewer scale and context. They are dressed warmly for winter, I remember it was a very cold day.
A Crested Butte Fall Cattle Round Up
In late fall grazing cattle are often sold before winter. If not for the cowboy, the photo would have been a very non descriptive landscape shot.
The next three images all feature people in a highly scenic landscapes. As you will see, their inclusion helps enhance the visual impact.
Rouge River in Oregon
Coastline Near Bandon, Oregon
Spring at Rice University Houston, Texas
The image below was taken during a professional cyclist competition in Colorado. The riders add action and interest to the image.
Professional Cyclist Race Throughout the Mountains of Colorado
Glacial Green Waters of Alberta Canada
Young boys Celebrate the Climb to a Mountain Peak in Alberta Canada.
The next two images further demonstrate that people in the landscape can enhance an already beautiful scene,.
Lake Winnipesaukee New Hampshire
Sunset at Carmel California
Family Enjoying A Peaceful Sunset in Coastal Oregon
The last image in this blog was taken during a sunset shoot at the Pacific Coast. My shooting objective was to get a good sunset shot. This family showed up to enjoy the evening. My first reaction was that my planned shot would be ruined. Instead they became part of the story.
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