1842 Ruins Of Erie Canal Aqueduct Bridg, a photo from New York, Northeast

Photographer's Note

Bridge 8, Erie Canal
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Bridge 8 straddles the Erie Canal in Rexford in the U.S. state of New York.

Rexford is located just east of the City of Schenectady.

Bridge 8 - A highway bridge in Rexford, New York over the Erie Canal / Mohawk River.This view shows the west side of the bridge. Beyond the bridge is the historic remains of the 1842 Erie Canal Aqueduct. We can see the single arch that remains on the north side of the Mohawk River. The 1842 aqueduct replaced the original 1824 aqueduct at this site when the Erie Canal was enlarged during the years of 1835- 1862.

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phwall (6787) 2009-11-04 19:32

Hi Tom,
I like the oily water and the abstract reflections with that late light warming up the stonework.
Time hasn't been too kind to the bridgework, I think the word "ruins" in your title is very telling.
Your well trodden POV across the bows of the kayak make an interesting water level perspective.
Lovely colour tones, my wife likes them too.
Cheers
Pete

pajaran (115025) 2009-11-05 0:57

Pozdrav iz Cuprije.
Sta sve moze da pruzi kajak, prava fotografija koja pokazuje ovu arhitekturu dobrih boja i trenutkom snimka. Dobri reflexi.
Srecno, uspeh, Paja.

jplebrun (21208) 2009-11-05 3:52

Hi Tom
de toute beauté ce cliché de l'arche de ce pont qui montre bien le beau décor que l'on trouve de l'autre côté avec la pointe de ton embarcation qui porte notre regard vers l'avant.
Amitiés
Jean-Pierre

jhm (211734) 2009-11-05 4:16

Hello Tom,

Nice through look under the bridge.
We can see a few of the ruin, alone a very nice brickwork of the bridge
I find your picture very nice; pleasant for look at.
Splendid detailed image, amazing colours too.
Very well composition and presentation. TFS.

Best regards,
John.

carper (96) 2009-11-05 4:22

marvelous Tom,
the pov is stunning here, good format, look like a 3D shot, good perspective, fantastic atmosphere, I like it, have a nice day.
regard jaap

snunney (130967) 2009-11-05 4:40

Hello Tom,
The old bridge makes a lovely frame for the colourful landscape beyond. I like, especially, the way the light plays across the golden stones of the bridge and over the water, truly wonderful. Excellent colours and sharpness. I like it very much.

ktanska (44492) 2009-11-05 5:20

Hi Tom,
Just wonderful picture with harmonous and warm colours.
Interesting to see doifferent patterns: round opening, square stonework, waveforms in water and the triangle of kayak.
Kari

Dyerco (10185) 2009-11-05 7:37

Hi Tom
Another fine shot from the drivers seat. The kayak is pointed to the centre of the arch and the reflections are really nice with the smooth movement in the water.
Phil

edge (7409) 2009-11-05 7:45

Hi Tom, Excellent shot of this site. The earth tones are exceptional and the refelctions sparkle. Really good compostion. The angle of the shot gives great depth as one looks through the bridge arch. Regards, Roger

lucasgalodoido (27698) 2009-11-05 10:19

Hi Tom,
beautiful capture here, I like of the old contruction and it reflections, and interesting the kayak in the composition too, a very dangerous to cameras, hehe. Great job, my friend.
Regards,
Lucas

plimrn (21344) 2009-11-05 12:07

Hi Tom,
Magical light, perfectly captured, and a great POV make this a real winner; the water is like liquid gold, the arch makes a fine focal point. Looks like you were having a great paddle.
HLJ, Pat

asajernigan (21427) 2009-11-05 15:59

Tom,
This is a nicely composed shot using the tip of the kayak to direct the eye into the shot. The archway provides a nice portal through the scene. The lighting and colors are great and the photo has great sharpness. The reflection is great and adds depth and balance for the shot.
TFS,
Asa

yedirenk (11244) 2009-11-05 16:48

Hi dear Tom,
great details and reflections with superb golden light..like a mirror..sharpness and clarity are extraordinary..an impressive scene..good idea and presentation..very well..tfs,
regards

Cevdet

Urs (14082) 2009-11-05 17:03

Hi Tom

Excellent the boat leads the viewer directly to the bridge, very clever framing indeed. At first I did not even see the boat because it almost looks like the water. There is also some sunshine at the left, which adds to warm color hues. Fine sharpness too. Well done

Best regards
Urs

jusninasirun (17529) 2009-11-06 21:34

This is a nice framing, Tom. I like how you placed the kayak straight to the arch. Water and the reflection is amazing and the diagonal lighting have excellent contrast. Well done and best regards. Jusni

Didi (61589) 2009-11-07 9:39

Hi Tom
Looks like a French canal old style.
I note a very good deep foreground.
Interesting way to visit with your kayak
Best regards

zoomer (6) 2009-11-08 13:15

Hi again,you really got great shots on this side.This one I feel is outstanding on many levels.Composition and color as well as DOF.All the best Wolf.

Bluejeans (64251) 2009-11-11 5:54

Ola amigo ,
Ficaram lindos estes reflexos dourados desta velha ponte na agua , parece uma pintura a óleo , boa luz e cores, parabéns!!
Um abraço Gonçalo

bakes888 (18499) 2009-11-30 0:01

Hi Tom.
Exceptional! Beautiful light, golden tones, pattered reflections, and the leading line of the bow of your kayak. Great work and thanks for sharing.
Have a good week, Paul.

maloutim (13617) 2009-12-20 23:36

Hi Tom!
I know by now that photos taken from your kayak, with the pointed end in the foreground, is a favourite of yours! I particularly like this one, because of the arched background opening out onto a nice scenery, the sunlit bridge in the middle ground, and the beautiful reflections in the water!
Thanhs for sharing, and best wishes for Christmas!
Marie Louise.

danyy (0) 2010-08-20 23:34

Bonjour Tom,
les lumières sont un peu justes, il faut les avouer, difficiles. Toujours cette bonne idée que de montrer le bout du canoé pour guider le regard.
J'aime les jeux de reflets.
Regards.
daniel.

batalay (41261) 2010-09-11 8:11

Hi Tom,

By paddling vicariously in you kayak, I always feel I receive the benefits of the exercise and the scenery. The golden hues in this image are genuinely beautiful.

Warm regards,

Bulent

PaulVDV (62810) 2010-09-12 15:38

Hello Tom,
Very beautiful picture with the kayak pointing to the arch of the bridge and with the reflections on the strange shapes of waves on the foreground.
Best regards, Paul