Carol Heffernan
October 2026 - Front Entrance
About the Image(s)
Iphone photo taken on a trip to Baton Rouge this year sightseeing with friends to all the mansions and plantations. I just loved the tree covered walkway up to this house (we only saw it from the street, so it isn't as sharp as I'd have liked if I'd had used a tripod).
All lightroom edits - cropped, converted to B/W, lots of masks on each area to darken trees and lighten the house (brushes, radial and linear), outlined the walkway a bit to make it stand out more, denoised, dehazed and vignette at the end.
13 comments posted
Texture, texture, and more texture. You captured a stunning image with this one. Your hands were steady. No tripod needed. I can't say more that beautiful. Posted: 10/02/2026 22:45:45
Thanks Lori. I love trying black and white as it gives such a different feel. Posted: 10/04/2026 14:35:17
This is a wonderful image of a plantation. The way you have captured all the trees leading lines that arch and form a canopy leading to the plantation house is well seen, as well as the walkway's leading line directly to the house. You've done well with the composition, and with the choice of using Black and White. Great Job! Posted: 10/06/2026 20:12:04
Thanks so much. I had fun with this image as I was inspired by a similar photo I saw. Posted: 10/19/2026 01:05:31
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Carol, this is a mesmerizing image! The canopy leading to the mansion is absolutely stunning, creating a wonderful sense of depth and drawing the viewer into the scene. The image has tremendous impact and visual interest, with exceptional sharpness and detail throughout. The monochrome treatment works beautifully, enhancing the atmosphere and timeless appeal of the composition. The scenic beauty is captivating, and the composition and technical execution are outstanding in every respect. Excellent work! Posted: 10/10/2026 13:28:32
Tom, you're so kind. I appreciate all wonderful words. Posted: 10/19/2026 01:06:10
Wow!
I have come back to this on several occasions now and I am simply captivated every time by the Live Oak canopy... it keeps my attention and pulls me in deeper the longer I view it.
For this image, I wouldn't change anything.
If getting closer to the home had been an option, a slightly closer shot where the gabled windows just above the top of the column line were framed by the Live Oak canopy arch might have offered an entirely different perspective.
Excellent capture! Posted: 10/11/2026 22:47:09
I have come back to this on several occasions now and I am simply captivated every time by the Live Oak canopy... it keeps my attention and pulls me in deeper the longer I view it.
For this image, I wouldn't change anything.
If getting closer to the home had been an option, a slightly closer shot where the gabled windows just above the top of the column line were framed by the Live Oak canopy arch might have offered an entirely different perspective.
Excellent capture! Posted: 10/11/2026 22:47:09
James, nice idea to get closer and if I get back to Baton Rouge, that's my plan. We took it from the road as we drove by. I made my friends pull over and hang out so I could take the shot. Good memories Posted: 10/19/2026 01:07:47
Road trips and experiences like that make the absolute best memories. :-) Posted: 10/25/2026 00:44:25
Carol, I agree that this is absolutely perfect! I took the image and tried different exposure, contrast, etc. but nothing was as good as what you've done. I'm sure that the owner would love a copy! Posted: 10/17/2026 19:10:54
Alec, I really appreciate your comments and trying various edits - know I've liked them in the past. Posted: 10/19/2026 01:09:18
Wow, very atmospheric. I love the way you have processed the trees. Brilliant
Posted: 10/26/2026 20:35:46
Posted: 10/26/2026 20:35:46
Charles, Thanks so much for your comment. Posted: 10/27/2026 11:18:39