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Photo: Tonawanda Creek rail bridge at sunset

By Howard B. Owens

I've made several attempts at getting a picture of the Tonawanda Creek rail bridge at sunset. This evening, when I got there, I thought at first maybe I got there a few minutes too late. But this is probably my favorite so far (and don't be surprised if I post more of this subject if I like what I get in the future).

Karen Miconi

Howard, this is one of your BEST photos yet!! Great Catch. That old bridge looks creepy. It seems very dangerous as well. I know a few school kids that take a short cut across it, to and from school. I worry one of them is going to fall in. Anyway Keep the pics commin How (;

Apr 28, 2010, 8:54am Permalink
Destin Danser

Wow, thats a great photo man!! One thing though, it's almost never too late to get a shot as long as you have a tripod. You could get a cool looking shot of that by moonlight by using a tripod and long (15-30 second) exposure.

Apr 28, 2010, 3:01pm Permalink
Howard B. Owens

Thanks, Destin. What I'm hunting for is the right combination of sun, clouds and color ... and it may take a couple of months for the sun to position closer to the bridge as it comes down. Right now, it's really setting too far to the north of the bridge for what I want.

Apr 28, 2010, 3:15pm Permalink
Ronald Konieczny

Howard, It's difficult to realize the awsome clarity, resolution and color in this magnificent photo. I have walked over this bridge many times myself. "In my younger years of course". This is truly a professional accomplishment of quality. Certainly a one of a kind. Thank you for the day brightener.

Apr 28, 2010, 3:27pm Permalink

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