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hfpierson — Bixby Bridge 3400
Published: 2007-03-02 11:25:51 +0000 UTC; Views: 2205; Favourites: 49; Downloads: 0
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The Bixby Bridge in Big Sur, California. This is a B&W from 2 color digital files offset by 1EV (simulating the dynamic range of film). I am drawn to this bridge as a subject since I pass over it several times a week. Such a monumental project, you have to wonder if it could even be built today with all the red tape and inflated construction costs. The clouds were begging me to try another angle of this bridge, this is from a small access road on the north canyon wall.Pull out of storage by request, thanks for asking!
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you pass over it so often? I really envy you. The coast HWY is so absolutely beautiful... 
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I was thinking about trying to get down there to shoot that spot too... how was it where you stationed yourself? Many other people there?
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up the old coast road just to the north of the bridge, bring someone you really, really trust to hang on to your belt
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been there, seen that, fell in love. with all highway 1
oh, I miss the feeling of freedom that kisses one who goes there gently...
the sky is fantastic! good photo! I like the angle as well!
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check out the song: bixby canyon bridge by death cab for cutie
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I know that song 
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Tough to live in such a desolate, and ugly part of calif. Do you ever venture down to
hearst castle area and photograph the elephant seas.. My wife and I have spent a couple of
weeks in cambria calif. Its fun country for photography. I spent most of my time on wildlife,
should have spent more time on the coastal area.. You have some stunning shots. Love the fire
in the hole shot.
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I tend to stick close to home or go far afield on a trek. As a result 'semi-local' stuff gets missed. I do spend a great deal of time in Big Sur and Ventana (the mountains just to the east of the coast), but to me that's home.
Like I have said, I am not much of a wildlife guy, I like my subjects to hold too still. You have wonderful shots, I could use some pointers, lol, the latest group with the hawk are amazing.
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Thanks.. I have two sets of eyes. One set is 400mm, always looking out for critters, but
I carry my 5D along for the senic type shots. Sometimes its easy to overlook one
or the other... I do it all the time.(can't see the forest for the trees as they say..)
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beautiful shot.
i love the drama in the clouds, the contrast, the angle, everything.
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When I first looked at this I thought it was a photmanip!!! Thumbnal size it looks like the water level is up to the bridge on the far side
Very cool shot!
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This is wonderful in B&W and you managed to miss the utility poles and cable or did you have to edit them out
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Pretty cool how something can appear both delicate and sturdy at the same time. I like the contrast in this and the amazing clarity. How long do you usually have to wait before you can get a shot with no vehicles traversing the span?
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I love this shot, what a bridge...I would have a hard time driving across it because I'd want to look at everything around the whole way..lol
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beautiful shot.. if this is the same shot as the color one you posted not to long ago that lite spot isnt there under the bridge like the other one.. i cant decide which i like better.. the tone really brings out everything.. If its not the same pic please disregard me im insane (evil chuckling laugh) 
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yes, it is impressive, though I wonder if it isn't a little low on contrast... but then there is always that problem of how we see these pictures, each of us on our own monitor. I think that for me, the supports of the bridge would have been more compelling than the clouds. But still, I like the way it came out.
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I think you are right, the bridge could use a bit more dodging.
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What a beautiful scene Hugh! I love the B/W .. looks like it came straight out of an old movie
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love it hugh!! that bridge looks awesome! i wish i understood all your photography jargon - but instead i'll just appreciate good photography and satisfy myself with looking at it....
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Love the way the road draws the eye in the picture.
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What an awesome looking bridge. Love the composition and I think the B & W really adds to it.
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I am in awe of your photography and this continues to do it. Very nice!
Ed
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No words need...just the sound of fast rushing air because this thing is freakin breathtaking!!!
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A grand bridge indeed. I am fascinated by the way bridges become part of the landscape rather than an addition or imposition.
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That is a really gorgeous shot. beautiful as always!
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I feel the colour screaming to be free but it looks so impressive in black and white. Piy you couldn't get down onto the beach under it and shoot up, that would make it all that much more impressive.
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I love how the picture (well to me at least) seems to be divided into 3 large sections ... the land, the water, and the sky! 
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Wow, that is so spectaular. I could imagine the excitement of driving along something like that for the first time. ^^,
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Nice shot! You choosed very good angle, the composition is perfect.
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