Almost to the Other Side
Here is another view of the Arc. It was over half a roll of film in, and I thought I would switch to color film next but ran out of daylight.
The Path Down by the River
I went down to the bike path, closer to the river. The construction obstructed the path behind me. I was sure that I was not in the way or blocking traffic.
The Sioux Steel Co
It was probably my last chance to make this photo since the company is moving away from downtown. This is my most favorite photo from that evening.
Riverside View
The city started to develop the riverside area around downtown a few years ago. That made it more appealing for people to spend time here.
She Let Me
A young lady walked with multiple dogs while I stumbled around the Arc. I had to take the photo, and that made me hustled and rushed. Thank you for letting me took your photo and smiled.
Trail Closed Ahead
The first pass around the block to figure out some compositions. It was still bright out, so I went with the black and white film.
Three Bridges and an Arc
The bike path is near the river bank so you can walk next to it.
The Base of the Arc
The scan looks different from the rest of the roll. I found several underdeveloped spots on the negative, probably from air bubbles.
Under the Bridge Downtown
The digital photos got published first since I had to develop the roll even though I finished one before changed to the digital camera. It's two different processes; I enjoy both.
Covered with Flowers
Close up of the crabapple trees. The flowers covered the whole tree.
Capture the Moment
I knew I didn't have long until the colors are gone, so I went out and made some photos. I got the idea about three years ago and finally brought myself to make it happen.
Red and White
The white and red crabapple trees grow side by side. Unfortunately, the colors don't stay for long. They peaked for around two or three days around here, and the blooms fell or were blown off by the wind.
It's So Pink
It might be a crabapple tree. The flowers made the tree pink for only a few days in the spring. For the rest of the season, it's only a plain green tree.
The Other Side of the Bridge
The bridge connects the bike trail with Riverdale Park. It was almost dark out, but the light was still good. Overall it was a good walk at the park.
Grow with the Flow
The challenge to come to the same place over time is to come up with different compositions. I am looking for unique scenes that I haven't done before. Maybe someday, I use what I know so far in a new location I have never been to before.
Pedestrian Bridge Portrait
I also made the portrait version of the pedestrian bridge on the bike trail.
Soak in Solitude
It was another warm day at the park. There weren't many geese or ducks around, but I found a goose upstream from the falls. I walked around for a bit while looking for compositions. Downtown in the background provides the contrast of the wildlife and the city life.
Path to the Pond
I thought it was too late to get some good light for the day but went out to the park anyway. I took a short walk, enjoyed the last light of the day, and went home with a few photos on film.
The Same But Different
I took this photo from the same spot as the digital camera version. The film version has a different mood to it. Even though the composition is similar, the color rendition and level of details are different.
