Walking Trail Bridge - Lindsborg
This railroad trestle has been converted into a walking bridge. What you see in this photo is the rising sun, illuminating a light overnight dusting of snow o...
Read more
This railroad trestle has been converted into a walking bridge. What you see in this photo is the rising sun, illuminating a light overnight dusting of snow on the walkway, trees, and bridge structure itself.
Read less
Read less
Jan, 2015Views
1825
Likes
Awards
Action Award
Top Shot Award 22
Legendary Award
Featured
Featured
Contest Finalist in Get Inspired Magazine photo contest Vol 1
Peer Award
Superb Composition
Absolute Masterpiece
Top Choice
Outstanding Creativity
All Star
Magnificent Capture
Superior Skill
Love it
Top Ranks
Top 10 rank week 1
Top 10 rankTop 10 rank week 1
Top 10 rankTop 10 rank week 1
Categories
jefflaidlaw
January 16, 2015
Where is this ? I have numerous pictures of the old engine bridge in Canmore, Alberta that looks very similar.... this isn't it though..... nice shot, great lighting :)
tatont1979
January 16, 2015
Jeff, this is located in Lindsborg, Kansas (central USA). Thanks for the kind words.
breedavis
March 11, 2015
Fantastic image Taton, I think this is one of my top favorites of yours!!!!!!
Same photographer See allBehind The Lens
Discover more photos See all
Behind The Lens
Location
This photo was taken at the trail bridge along Lindsborg, KS's Valkommen Trail. Originally it was a railroad trestle, and was converted to a walking bridge in 2006. This was taken one cold February morning after a light dusting of snow. I'd gone out to see if I could get some photos of the new fallen snow in the early morning light and then ended up with this shot.Time
This was taken around 7am as I recall.Lighting
The morning sunrise was streaming through the trees and just had a lovely orange glow that was lighting up anything dusted with snow.Equipment
I shoot with a Canon t3i Rebel. This shot was made with a Canon EF II 18-55mm zoom at its widest aperture and zoom.Inspiration
The way the sun was interacting with the snow primarily was what drew my eye to the shot.Editing
I balanced the image dynamically in Lightroom 5, raising some shadow details and lowering highlight areas. Lightened the oranges to bring them out a bit. Increased contrast and clarity as well. Added a slight vignette.In my camera bag
I shoot almost exclusively with vintage film lenses these days, but occasionally - as was the case on the morning this shot was made - bring along my trusty Canon 18-55. I also carry an 8mm Rokinon Fisheye that I love to use. My favorite lens is an early 1970s Sears (Tokina made) 55mm f1.4 lens. It delivers the most gorgeous bokeh.Feedback
Always keep your eyes open. Always be looking for how the sun is landing on everything around you.
