Jill Attaway
October 2026 - Light Through Decay
About the Image(s)
"Light Through Decay" taken in the Driftless area of Wisconsin. Throughout the midwest, there are a lot of abandoned and/or dilapidated barns.
I used my Canon 5D Mark IV with my 24-70 lens: 26 mm, 250 ISO, F/22, 1/40 second exposure.
9 comments posted
Nice image Jill. The barn looks like it's ready to collapse at anytime and is a nice contrast to the tree that stands secure. The sunburst showing through the space between the boards is a good effect but it might be a slightly too much. In that you used f/22 I assume this was natural rather than added in post, yes? Posted: 10/13/2026 15:14:53
Thanks for the feedback, Richard and yes, as a consequence of shooting at F22, the starburst effect was done in camera and not in post processing. Posted: 10/18/2026 20:34:16
Hi JILL
I would have liked a wider shot showing more barn also the sunburst is a little too strong .
Posted: 10/18/2026 19:17:42
I would have liked a wider shot showing more barn also the sunburst is a little too strong .
Posted: 10/18/2026 19:17:42
Thanks for the feedback Norman. As you and Richard noted, I should reduce the brightness of the starburst effect.
I do have a wider angle lens...but was not using it on that particular day. :) Posted: 10/18/2026 20:35:22
I do have a wider angle lens...but was not using it on that particular day. :) Posted: 10/18/2026 20:35:22
Good capture but I would also like a wider angle and reduced starburst. Like the texture of the wood. Posted: 10/18/2026 23:05:06
Marilyn - thanks for the comments. Posted: 10/19/2026 14:14:26
Good photo! I have nothing to add to what has already been said… Posted: 10/19/2026 14:09:14
Oleg - thanks for taking a look! :) Posted: 10/19/2026 14:14:40
Beautiful decaying barn, looking ready to collapse. I like the fall leaves showing in the window. Great composition with the included tree, The fall colors add to the interest. I won't repeat any of the other comments, though I agree with them. Posted: 10/20/2026 11:10:19