Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Monument Valley pt 1

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And here we are in Monument Valley. What a place. It's some of the most surreal scenery I've ever seen, while also being some of the most iconic. I grew up on John Ford films using this backdrop and I was really excited to see it in person. The park is actually quite massive, and even after an entire day it feels like we just scratched the surface. I decided to shoot video here instead of stills- the idea being that the photos would have a more cinematic ratio, while also capturing more fluid and organic movement- but unfortunately even though I was filming in 1080 and at 6o frames per second, the screen captures still look kind of crappy, and any attempt at vertical shots turned out just plain weird. I'm having serious regrets since I don't know if I'll ever make it out here again, especially any time soon, but oh well- at least we got something! it was also a very bright, clear day, which cast a lot of unfortunate shadows. If anyone has tips for shooting outdoors in the harsh open sunlight, I'd love to hear them!

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See how they turned out all weird and grainy/blurry? so sad. I thought screen captures from high quality video would work. If anyone has done it successfully, let me know! I'm quite technically noviced , so... ( I use final cut pro, if anyone has any pointers). Anyway, I'm just glad we had a working camera and got some memorable images of the landscape. The first series of photos is from John Ford Lookout- the precipice where he shot all those movies like Stagecoach and The Searches. So that was pretty neat. Then we made a bunch of little stops along the way to the other lookout points. There is a LOT of driving in between areas, and not much hiking available or allowed, so it's kind of like a giant land of scenic pullovers.

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<3 cinemascope <3



outfit:
shirt- thrifted at vintage by the pound, PA
cardigan- j crew SALE
skirt- vintage thrifted in MA
leggins- cozy boutique, UT
boots- thrifted in UT
sunglasses- last minute purchase at a gas station



love, from Monument Valley,
Kathryn
Posted by Kitsune-kun at 11:25 AM

18 comments:

  1. divanaurlopieJanuary 22, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    amazing place and photos :D

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  2. BeckyJanuary 22, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    It's a shame the photos didn't come out how you wanted them to but they still look beautiful!

    Becky
    xx

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  3. KatherineJanuary 22, 2013 at 1:16 PM

    Aw - they still look good though. Harsh sunlight like that is just impossible - it would require diffusers or something. We used them in a photoshoot at work in harsh sunlight and it still wasn't amazing. Anyhow - these adventures are amazing and I want to go here now. And your shirt. it's adorable.

    <3 katherine
    of corgis and cocktails// fawn pendant giveaway

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  4. Vanessa, Take only MemoriesJanuary 22, 2013 at 2:00 PM

    You two are just adorable! What great scenery and I love the all in green look :)

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  5. Sarah KyleJanuary 22, 2013 at 4:26 PM

    beautiful photographs!

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  6. SydneyJanuary 22, 2013 at 4:38 PM

    Lovely pictures! I've never been in that kind of landscape...it does look like it would be kind of surreal.

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  7. LublyouJanuary 22, 2013 at 7:37 PM

    gorgeous! The place is magical and I love all the green in your outfits! The tshirt and skirt are the best!

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  8. Megan ButcherJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:58 PM

    Love this outfit, so pretty!! And these photos of you guys are just too happy & cute in love to handle! haha :)

    <3 Megan
    http://kiddotv.blogspot.com

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  9. AshlynJanuary 23, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    I actually love the cinematic quality of the horizontal shots. You definitely achieved the goal there! I wish I could help you out with the screen cap problem as far as the quality being off. Still a beautiful set of pictures and I'm sure it is a lovely video. As for shooting in harsh sunlight, I just make sure to always shoot on manual then use the "Recovery" function in Camera RAW editing as necessary.

    Ashlyn

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  10. MelissaJanuary 23, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    Gorgeous photos. I want to visit there someday. I love your shirt.

    <3 Melissa
    wildflwrchild.blogspot.com

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  11. LauraJanuary 23, 2013 at 9:50 PM

    Man, these photos look like they're from another world! Way too gorgeous :)

    http://www.emergingthoughts.com/Ombre-Hoonah-Cowl-by-Yokoo.html

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  12. Ginela GonzalezJanuary 24, 2013 at 12:01 AM

    YOU GUYS ARE A COOL COUPLE! I'd love to take a trip like that with my boyfriend :) I Think parts of Easy Rider may have been shot at that place! Definitely a surreal spot. Man, the US sure has a ton of incredible landscapes in comparison with Canada.
    You and your man look lovely together :)
    Peace and love to you guys :)

    -Ginela

    http://frivolitydulcimer.blogspot.ca

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  13. MarzipanJanuary 24, 2013 at 3:28 AM

    You are a really cute couple <3 These pics are gorgeous!

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  14. annaJanuary 24, 2013 at 5:41 AM

    I've just discovered your blog! and I love it! love your style and love your couple!! <3
    kisses
    anna
    www.letourbillondelavie.com

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  15. KatiJanuary 24, 2013 at 9:14 AM

    Love these photos, so stunning!

    Have a lovely day,
    -Kati

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    you fit right in with the green outfit! also loving your tshirt. and poses.

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  17. jendarJanuary 25, 2013 at 4:18 PM

    I need to make it out there this summer.

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  18. Ani BarringtonJanuary 27, 2013 at 11:45 PM

    This is some amazing scenery. Your t-shirt is too cool!

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