Small_Post Falls Bridge_2164
We had spent the first night of our return road trip in the Spokane Valley, just west of the Idaho boarder. Just after crossing the border we spotted this bridg...
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We had spent the first night of our return road trip in the Spokane Valley, just west of the Idaho boarder. Just after crossing the border we spotted this bridge, it was beautiful. We quickly exited the highway in search of a place to do some photography work. It was located in a small park and the place was just a very nice stop early in the morning.
History: The concrete arch bridge before you was designed by the Washington Water Power Co. in 1929. Grant Smith and Company of Spokane finished construction of the bridge the following year at a total cost of $22,948.00. The bridge replaced a wooden structure which provided both railroad and motor vehicle access to the island during the construction of the dam and powerhouse. Contrasting its graceful arch design against the ruggedness of the river's gorge, the bridge is not only beautiful but also functional and durable. It continues to serve as the only access to the island for the maintenance and operation of the Post Falls Hydroelectric Development.
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History: The concrete arch bridge before you was designed by the Washington Water Power Co. in 1929. Grant Smith and Company of Spokane finished construction of the bridge the following year at a total cost of $22,948.00. The bridge replaced a wooden structure which provided both railroad and motor vehicle access to the island during the construction of the dam and powerhouse. Contrasting its graceful arch design against the ruggedness of the river's gorge, the bridge is not only beautiful but also functional and durable. It continues to serve as the only access to the island for the maintenance and operation of the Post Falls Hydroelectric Development.
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This photo was taken in Post Falls, Idaho; just after crossing the border between the states of Washington and Idaho.Time
We had spent the first night of our return road trip in the Spokane Valley, just west of the Idaho boarder. Just after crossing the border we spotted this bridge, it was beautiful. We quickly exited the highway in search of a place to do some photography work. It was located in a small park and the place was just a very nice stop early in the morning. Image was taken on June 26, 2017, around 12:30 in the afternoon.Lighting
The reflection off the water was even more stunning with the noon light. Not a really good time to shoot an image, but this one worked very well because the clouds were defusing the hard light.Equipment
I was using a Canon 80d, handheld with a Canon EF-S 10-18 Ultra Wide Angle lens, set to 15mm at ƒ/5.6, Speed was 1/320s & ISO 200.Inspiration
First it was the reflection off the water, everything was perfectly still. The bridge is part of a small park. Once we started to explore the area, we found information regarding the construction of the bridge. History: The concrete arch bridge before you was designed by the Washington Water Power Co. in 1929. Grant Smith and Company of Spokane finished construction of the bridge the following year at a total cost of $22,948.00. The bridge replaced a wooden structure which provided both railroad and motor vehicle access to the island during the construction of the dam and powerhouse. Contrasting its graceful arch design against the ruggedness of the river's gorge, the bridge is not only beautiful but also functional and durable. It continues to serve as the only access to the island for the maintenance and operation of the Post Falls Hydroelectric Development.Editing
Post work was done with Photoshop, using the NIK Collection. Adjustments to the contrasts, light levels and minor removal of things floating in the water.In my camera bag
My camera bag, when traveling, is pretty full; I don't want to have to get into the trunk (boot) of the car to get something. Beside my Canon 80d, I carry a Tamron 70-200 G2, 10-18 Ultra Wide angle, a couple macro lens, remote triggers, extra memory cards, a flash, and the usual filter (CP, UV, ND2) for each other lens. In addition, I have a Zoemi Z818 tripod. One thing I like to carry is a small notebook for jotting down a quick note to remind about the shot. I'll log the date/time, the weather, which direction I was facing and anything that might be handy when I go through post processing. One other thing I might do, depending on the situation; I will use my cell phone to take a quick image. This gives me a reference for editing and provide data like GPS info.Feedback
Actually, this was a lucky shot. I was the passenger at the time, saw the bridge and we pulled of the main road. I got out my cell phone, checked the map to see how we could get to the bridge. But, for a shot like this, I had to face into the sun. I just stopped the camera down as far as I could. Realized the camera could handle everything, so I didn't have to use an ND filter.
