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Mt Rainier by Tisha Clinkenbeard
Captured from a scenic outlook within Mount Rainier National Park, this image showcases the majestic, snow-capped peak of the active volcano rising 14,410 feet above sea level. Taken in June, the photograph highlights the dramatic contrast between the lingering winter snow and the vibrant, full-flowing rivers fed by the mountainβs glacial melt. The photographerβs decision to frame the landscape during this transitional season emphasizes the raw power and scale of the Washington wilderness. This piece is award-worthy for its crisp documentation of a quintessential Pacific Northwest landmark, capturing the serene yet imposing presence of one of Americaβs most iconic natural wonders.
Nikon P90 | Exposure 1/470sec @ f/6.3 | ISO 64 | Focal Length 6.6mm
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Based in Powderly, Texas, Tisha Clinkenbeard is a dedicated photographer whose work has been featured in prestigious venues such as the Black Box Gallery in Portland and The Fine Arts Center of Hot Springs. Her artistic journey began long before the advent of modern digital technology, fostering a deep-seated passion for documenting the world as she wanders. Through her blog, Found Round & About, she shares a diverse portfolio that has earned recognition in publications like Birds & Blooms, reflecting her commitment to capturing the beauty found in everyday life.
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I make these comments with consideration that the title of the magazine is Light and Composition. In my view, taking the photo strictly as given, without reference to any narrative involving the probable difficulties and hardships in the shooting, I see two separate photos with independent strengths that do not reinforce each other. The first is the nearer mountain with its trail reaching to its top, possibly capped by some of the Mt. Ranier snow. The second, and likely the intent of the image, is of course the snow covered Mt. Ranier itself, with the cloud cover.
Did the photographer not have a longer lens to exclude the major portion of the near mountain, or was it an editorial decision that a conventional, and relatively frequently seen longer, scenic and perhaps more pleasant view would better relate to their audience, or were there simply no better choices to be made for the day?
I raise the issue because this attempt to include so much potential drama in a landscape is not uncommon, and more often than not seems to me to be detrimental to the photos in question.