The Green Forest
My favourite enchanted place in the Lake District National Park, deep in the green wood on Claife Heights. Taken 12th August 2009. I love the mosses on the trees. The ground was fairly waterlogged as the drainage here is not good.
Sony Alpha 350 DSLR & 18-70 Lens, Single Raw tonemapped in Photomatix f/22 6sec iso100 18mm 1279 views &111 favouritings by 18th Nov 2009
Featured in Live,Love,Dream , Your Magic Place and Human,Animal,Nature August 2009 & Live & Let Live & European Everyday Life October 2009 and Forests November 2009
HOMEPAGE FEATURE 14 Sept 2009

This is my Compact version from Nov 2008
And this is the HDR version from March 2009
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Steve Liptrot
That looks good mate. Try a version using ORTON then de-saturate it slightly. It tends to make the trees leap off the page!
JamieGreen replied
Cheers mate, I have 2 other versions of this on RB.One as a compact. Thanks for the fave I’m honoured.I don’t have ORTON.Something else for the list..LOL
AnnDixon
This is so beautiful Jamie, wonderful work, xx
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Ann, and for the fave.
joak
nice one crackin wee spot
JamieGreen replied
Cheers Pal. How did you know it was a wee spot?
Olga Zvereva
Beautiful place! Great image!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much Olga, and for the fave.
Eugenio
:))) Amazing image !!!!
JamieGreen replied
It surely is..thanks for the fave.
joak
its a talent ive got pal!
JamieGreen replied
One of many…hang on, does 2 count as many? LOL
Caroline Gorka
Never a more beautiful place
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Caroline,I am rather fond of it..
Steve Liptrot
It a method of blurring an image with Photoshop or Elements
JamieGreen replied
Ah…I’ll have to try that sometime, once I’ve loaded PS
Travis Easton
lush
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much Travis.
Jason Asher
Nice and vibrant, good job Jamie.
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much Jason
clickinhistory
now this is a bit good Jamie, but you can see where you buried Mr Smith after your recent falling out ;) Nice cover story about him being in Scotland on a camping trip with no media access. This would be really magical in infrared
JamieGreen replied
LOL..cheers Richard, but infrared may show up the body….
WatscapePhoto
A magical place. I keep looking out for the flicker of irridescent wings, if you know what I mean.LOL. Lovely photo, Jamie
JamieGreen replied
It does have fairies y’know Steven. Thanks very much
ralph arce
looks very enchanting :D
JamieGreen replied
Bit like the Phillipines Ralph..LOL
Cee Neuner
Congrats on our feature. Well deserved!!!!!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Cee, I only just realised…..
walela
Awesome colors!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much
Joanne Bradley
This green lush forest appears enchanted! So makes me think of Lord of The Rings! Awesine color and composition!
JamieGreen replied
It makes me think that every time Joanne.Thanks for the lovely comment
Adri Padmos
Fantastic picture with amazing colors!
Congrats on our feature!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks ever so much and for the fave..
Shaun Whiteman
Nicely done Jamie, vibrant greens!!
JamieGreen replied
That’s my middle name..LOL
PhotosEcosse
Lovely image, gorgeous greens.
I agree with the Orton, would go well with this – Orton is a technique you might want to try, I hope this RB link works !
—http://www.redbubble.com/people/peterh111/journal/1737619-the-easy-guide-to-creating-the-orton-effect-using-photoshop-updated
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Barbara, I’ll give it a read.
TimHatcher
Love this one!
JamieGreen replied
Cheers Timbo
pinkster
simply beautiful.. congrats on the well deserved feature.
JamieGreen replied
Thanks pinkster..
Peter Lessey
The overall quality of this image is stunning. Lighting , colours, contrast and detail all fall together in a very well presented composition. I love this image Jamie,
Great work mt friend. – Peter
JamieGreen replied
Peter, your words are very encouraging, as always. Thanks for the fave.
Bellavista2
Just in love with the green version, it has wonderful ambience and depth and breathtaking scenery. Brilliant work:=}
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much Ann-maree, lovely comment. Thanks for the fave.
Diane Schuster
This forest has to be full of fairies, it is so lush! Stunning image! Dee
JamieGreen replied
Ssh Dee, it’s a secret.But they appreciate the fave.
Barbara Burkhardt
Fantastic image, it sets the imagination in to full gear.
JamieGreen replied
Thank you so much Barbara, I think it does.
scoob29
Beautiful image,x
JamieGreen replied
Cheers Susan.
Claire Haslope
oh so beautiful i love it! I wish i was there! :)
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Claire, I guess it’s our version of a rainforest
Tom Gomez
Super verdant greens …
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Tom.Of course that’s down to the rain…LOL
Claire Haslope
Hey cool is this in scotland? Im actually not too far away at the moment (well London he he) I must investigate! Iv also seen some shots at the isle of skye which just boggle my mind :)
JamieGreen replied
Hi Claire, no, this is in the Lake District, which is even closer.(Just south of the Scottish border. Check out The Lake District group for a feel of what we have to offer.Skye is also good, but a lot further up into Scotland.I recommend the west coast and mountains around Gairloch.
palegirl
It is such a enchanted picture that is certainly true, what a interesting place.
JamieGreen replied
Thanks PG..It’s in a conifer plantation that still has these little islands of old hardwoods where you can imagine all sorts of pagan rituals…..
Claire Haslope
Thanks Jamie, I shall check it out, theres so much to see and explore, and your photos are very inspiring!
JamieGreen replied
Enjoy yourself Claire….I’ll look forward to seeing your work.
Wayne Gerard T...
Amazing!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Wayne, and I appreciate the fave
Svetlana Sewell
Its my favourite place now too – excellent work!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks so much Svetlana, and thanks for the fave
Kathy Reid
Amazingly beautiful, a very peaceful scene, lovely work!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much Kathy
Béla Török
Brilliant work, Jamie!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Bela, and thank you for faving it.
ccwri
Beautiful, and enchanting for sure, congrats on your feature! >:O)~ Carolyn
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Carolyn for your lovely comment.
mikebov
awesome work Jamie
Be there Goblins in these woods?
Have to say a beautiful resting place for the late Mr S
JamieGreen replied
Don’t be silly Mike…the fairies chased the Goblins away….do you think I should put a memorial stone there? LOL
Steven de Siow
Absolutely brilliant.
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Steven.
Rachel Williams
Awesome color saturation. Wonderful image.
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Rachel, and for the fave. That’s just a very slight post processing on the contrast and it seemed to enhance the natural colour.I must say it is one of the greenest places I’ve ever seen….for some reason the Lake District has been very green this year…
Evita
♥ Beautiful image and capture !!! :D ♥
JamieGreen replied
Hi Evita, thanks so much for the comment and the fave
Tamara Cornell
This is just so unbelievably beautiful!!! its so green… and so beautiful. i love it! well done!!!
take care :)
JamieGreen replied
Thanks so very much Tamara, and thanks for the fave and the visit.
zolim
Fantastic.
JamieGreen replied
Thank you zolim and for faving this work. I very much appreciate your comment.
BigD
I like the vivid green
JamieGreen replied
Thanks BigD
Karen Betts
This is wonderful, just love the feel of those lush greens and texture of the grass and ivy on the trees. A fav.
JamieGreen replied
Thanks KB. You are a star
Saikat Babin B...
Certainly an enchanting place!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much babin, glad you think so too.
Sandy Stewart
Absolutely stunning,...so surreal and mystical like! : )
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Sandy, I think it is.
nishagandhi
very beautiful
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much nisha..
Magnum1975
Stunning place. You have captured it well.
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Magnum. It is a lovely place for quiet contemplation.
Angie McKenzie
stunning!!! a fav for me!! :)
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Angie, that’s greatly appreciated.
Ivana Redwine
This is just beautiful!
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Ivana, it’s a lovely spot.
hsien-ku
stunning colour!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks hsien-ku, nice of you to visit
Tracy Faught
This is just extrodinary Jamie! SOOOO beautiful, I’m in love with this image!! Instant fav for sure! :]
JamieGreen replied
You are sweet..ta ever soooo.
David Murphy
Jamie, this is an awesome image…....
You should do this on metallic paper….....it would come up a treat!!
Metallic is awesome on green subjects…...get it done BIG!! 30×20 inch…..and then sell it for millions mate!!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks David, I’ll look into that. I haven’t currently any printing facilities but I’ll see if there is anyone nearby can do it that way…
DigitalMunkey
Your work really sets the bar for Lake district photography Jamie. You capture its raw majesty with an accomplished eye that allows us to experience it first hand. You have transported me back to my childhood and the holidays we spent in the Conniston area.
This photograph brings back deep sensory memories of otherworldyness so often experienced when walking in the lakes.
Thanks for sharing these photographs.
Peter
JamieGreen replied
Blimey Peter, I’m overwhelmed at your fantastic comment. For me, half the pleasure is bringing pleasure, and I seem to have done that right here.
This is part of the hidden Lakeland that few people see and I’m glad you have had a chance to experience it…Thank you.
Quinn Blackburn
Beautiful! So vibrant with life and the serene energy of Trees, this image evokes feelings of ancestral wisdom, natural harmony, powerful healing, and gentle strength. Lovely!
:) wishing you laughter
JamieGreen replied
Thanks for the lovely comment entwife (I thought they were all missing?) This is a place I love and am always in awe of.Always changing but always the same…and thanks for adding it to your faves.
velveteagle
What a wonderful place you have found and shared.. My dream walk Jamie..
Chuck..
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Chuck..mine too!
Meg Hart
Looks like a magic forest..!!.....Just another beautiful image from that ‘magic’ camera of yours Jamie!
JamieGreen replied
Stop it, my head will swell…Thanks anyway!
Jason Vickers
Wonderful capture here Jamie!
(As usual =)
Congrats on your Homepage Feature!!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Jason, you are too kind!
Agnes McGuinness
This is gorgeous, Jamie. Congratulations on being featured on the Home Page. Agnes xx
JamieGreen replied
Hello, I just replied to your other comment on my journal, thanks again!
Rodney Campbell
Congratulations on your well deserved feature. This is an outstanding shot of a gorgeous place.
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much Rodney
Larry Butterworth
most fabulous photo, congrats
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Larry
Cadence Gamache
Wow! It really does look enchanted! Fabulous image, Jamie =]
JamieGreen replied
Thanks cadence
Martin Kohl
You did it, Revisiting and re-shooting payed off because this is a masterpiece. Shoot on Jamie!
JamieGreen replied
That’s nice of you Martin, thank you!
dinghysailor1
yippeee..congratulations!!
cheering!
maggie
:))
JamieGreen replied
Cheers Maggie, the downside is trying to find 1000 ways to say thank you….LOL
Ronjohnnj
wonderful, very striking image ☺
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Ron
Angie McKenzie
congrats on your homepage feature jamie, awesome image!! :)
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Angie
nadine henley
fabulous image! congrats on the homepage feature, jamie
JamieGreen replied
Cheers Nadine, I’m a bit overwhelmed
PPPhotoArt
so very magical, i love this and the lushness of greens
congratulations on homepage!!!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much PP
Barbara Brown
Beautifully primordial!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Barbara, I agree , it does have that kind of look.
Hans Goepel
Well this is just beautiful Jamie !! Congratulations on homepage..
JamieGreen replied
Cheers Hans mate
Joanne Bradley
Congratulations on the homepage feature of this wonderful lush forest!
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Joanne
Tracy Faught
I still LOVE this so much! Congrats on the front page Jamie!! :]
JamieGreen replied
Hey Tracy, it’s catching up with my Green Rydal…..ta.
Patito49
Absolutely enchanting!!!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much Patito
Kirby Hamblin
Amazing shot. The color is so brilliant in it. It’s awesome!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks again Kirby
Ainsley Kellar
So beautiful! Looks like it’s enchanted…
JamieGreen replied
I think it is Ainsley..
DebbieSteer
this is so stunning…the green is so vivid and attracting…cant stop looking at the color and noticed your last name, how amazing…
JamieGreen replied
Kinda weird, eh? My fave colour…...
DebbieSteer
forgot to say congrats on home page feature thats where i found you ,,so well deserved
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Debbie, and I should also add thanks for the watch.
Snapshot20
All three of these photos are gorgeous!!!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks snapshot…I’ll let you into a secret.I like this one, but it’s not my fave of the 3. I still have a soft spot for the compact shot…..
Tim Allen
wow, you can see your progression in skill, fantastic photography here!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks for that lovely comment Tim…..
catherine walker
so wonderful..is it really that green…wow!!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks catherine, yes it is pretty much,(slight tweak in editing) although August was exceptionally wet, and the undergrowth and foliage was greener than usual.The ground in this area of the forest never drains very well either..
ericasmithphoto
Wow.
JamieGreen replied
Appreciate the Wow erica
AnnDixon
Congratulations Jamie on being on the home page, excellent work,
JamieGreen replied
Thanks ann, I see you’ve gone and changer your icon again….
Noelene Davies
Sorry Jamie can you delete this I was trying to put the home page up for you to congratulate you on your wonderful achievement and got the wrong thingy.
JamieGreen replied
I’m worried, cos I understood that..LOL Thanks Noelene, wrong thingy deleted. Someone else managed the link for me, but thanks for the lovely thought….it would be a nightmare if I’d been away and missed the home page…
29Breizh33
C’est trop beau !
JamieGreen replied
Ah Michelle, I thought I was dreaming when I logged on, thanks again.
CapturedByKylie
Congratulations on being featured on Red Bubble’s Thre-themed home page selection.
September 14th 2009.
JamieGreen replied
Hey Kylie, thanks ever such a lot,I really appreciate you linking this for me…You are a star!
Andrew Murrell
WOW!!!
Looks like you could have Elves living in there.
JamieGreen replied
Hey Cheers Andrew.I must get my specs cleaned.I read that as Elvis momentarily….LOL I reckon we could have either!
SylviaHardy
This is beautiful, and from Steve’s comment right at the top, orton is an effect you acheave through layers. But also I’ve come accross this article using a free software Picasa and here’s the link Orton
Well done on the feature too
best regards,
Sylvia
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Sylvia….I did end up getting Photoshop but didn’t like it as much as Picassa which I find easier to use.(Heresy I hear them cry!!) The Orton effect didn’t do it for me on this shot but your tip is ever so useful. I’ve saved it and I’ll give it a go and see what happens.Thanks very much for your comment and helpful advice…..
kathy s gillen...
Congratulations on being featured on Red Bubble’s home page
JamieGreen replied
Thanks kathy, much appreciated
Chris Fawkes
That is such a great image.
JamieGreen replied
Cheers Chris
StarKatz
I can certainly see how you find this your favourite place, it certainly is enchanting, I could only dream of escaping with my camera to a dreamscape such as this.. beautiful!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks StarKatz. It is a lovely place and one I think many people walk past without really looking
Azzurra
this is magical…...Congrats on the homepage feature! azzurra ♥
JamieGreen replied
Thanks so very much!
Carlie Hensley
Gorgeous green Jamie!! Congrats on making the Home Page!
JamieGreen replied
Hiya Carlie, thank you.
Svetlana Sewell
Fabulous!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Svetlana
Dragan Petrovic
stunning image
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Dragan
Susan Kimball
Congrats on your HP feature, beautiful image!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much Susan
Jason Asher
Just gorgeous Jamie, very lush.
JamieGreen replied
Cheers Jason
Patrick Hickey
This is a fantastic image of a beautiful place. Congrats on the Homepage as well.
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Patrick,
solareclips~Ju...
I can see why this is your favorite enchanted place!! I have one of my own too, congrats od your home page feature!
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Julie
Mojca Savicki
Wonderful colors!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much
greenstone
enchanting shot!!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks GS
BettinaSchwarz
Enchanted indeed!! Crazy cool :)) Absolutely fabulous Jamie!! :))
JamieGreen replied
Well thank you Bettina, it was kinda crazy cool
Nadya Johnson
Oh, this IS a magic place! Stunning image! (Fave!)
JamieGreen replied
Thanks so much MsTique….
erich biemer
i LOVE this….i am swept into a happy place…..
JamieGreen replied
Thanks erich, a lovely comment.
Brandie1
Great image.Lovely lighting.
JamieGreen replied
Thank you very much Brandie
Monica Scanlan
JamieGreen replied
And again I’m honoured…thanks again Monica
Vicki Pelham
Absolutely stunning!!!! Congratulations!!!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much Vicki
mgtech
wonderful work well shot
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much Mark
kathy s gillen...
beautiful work
JamieGreen replied
Thanks kathy
Nira Dabush
Like your name :-)... Jamie… SO GREEN.. Indeed enchanted.
THere’s not a chance to find so much greens in AUG, in Israel.
JamieGreen replied
I remember it well Nira. But it should be a bit green now in the Hula Valley? Todah Rabah
Nira Dabush
Layla tov! = good night!
JamieGreen replied
Layla Tov Nira..aval akshav ze boker.(forgive the anglicised version I haven’t got hebrew letters on my keyboard and my hebrew is a bit rusty.
Scott d'Almeida
fabulous
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Scott
Nira Dabush
Your Hebrew is splendid.. no need to apologize.
AND, Jamie… Your English is wonderful, my friend …. :
)))..How do you know Hebrew, If i may ask ?...
I don’t remember when I last visited Ha’hula Valley.. probably ages ago..
So i remember nothing of its colours in this season :
There are some GREEN Places in Israel, of course… :-)
Layla tov! and again Todah Rabah..
JamieGreen replied
Shabbat Shalom Nira, I spent 3 years on Kibbutz Gonen in Upper Gallilee in the mid 70’s..I leant a little Hebrew there..and the Hula is green late in the year..you should go again..
MattGranz
Those greens are absolutely luscious! Fantastic framing too!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much Matt
redtree
That is such a great image.
JamieGreen replied
Thanks so much David
Lightpoacher
Beautiful..
JamieGreen replied
Thanks very much LP
Globalphotos
One of my most fav places in the world…......beautiful lush image, the enchanted forest for sure. Love this ..fav
JamieGreen replied
Thanks GP, glad you like my neck of the woods….
angiejones
Wonderful. You have some great work in your portfolio. I haven’t got time to look through it all now but will later :)
JamieGreen replied
That’s very nice of you Angie…no rush, it’ll still be here. Thanks for the fave and the watch.
Finbarr Reilly
Awesome capture Jamie, love those sharp green tone’s, it look’s like a fabulous place.
JamieGreen replied
It’s a great place Fino..thanks
DonDavisUK
Hi Jamie, WOW and triple WOW, WOW:-) A FAV mate. Awesome photographic skill. Don.
JamieGreen replied
Thanks and triple thanks Don…You are too kind!
Meeli Sonn
Very green Ms. Green. Super photo.
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Meeli, for the comment and the watch….
sunsetgirl
wow, it’s so green…love it!!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks so much , sunsetgirl
Martina Fagan
Amazingly beautiful shot.
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Tina.
biddumy
So green, so lush, well done!!!
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Biddumy
Victoria Sheldon
Totally gorgeous!!!
JamieGreen replied
Thank you Victoria
Olga Zvereva
Hi Jamie! This is beautiful.
JamieGreen replied
Thanks Olga, glad you like it.
A1000WORDS 21 days ago
Amazing capture…stunning! =D
JamieGreen replied 18 days ago
Thank you very much A1000 (what a long name…)
Sharon Mau 15 days ago
JamieGreen replied 15 days ago
Thank you oh lovely host of so many groups…...I can’t keep up with you..LOL
-Whisper- 14 days ago
Really amazing capture, the trees are so awesome!
JamieGreen replied 14 days ago
Thanks Gwen, It’s a place I keep returning to, I am just waiting for some snow…then I’ll be happy.
Mark Richards 9 days ago
beautiful Jamie! I love the scene and the green, great!
JamieGreen replied 8 days ago
Thanks very much Mark, that would have been a great title..the Green Scene..LOL
Jean M. Laffitau 7 days ago
Wonderful image and stunning colour!!
JamieGreen replied 7 days ago
Thank you very much Jean
Therese Doherty 7 days ago
Absolutely stunning. It’s like a dream-world – but real!
JamieGreen replied 4 days ago
Thank you Therese
Yuri Lev 5 days ago
Totally magical…like an enchanted glen.
JamieGreen replied 4 days ago
Thanks Yuri, it is a little enchanted…
Nancy Chambers 1 day ago
Green..Green..Green. Challenge Top 10
JamieGreen replied 1 day ago
Wow thanks Nancy, I’d forgotten I’d entered…
Bellavista2 1 day ago
Nothing manmade here…Brillant for tommorrow..WildNature Photography and Writing Group:=}
leystan 1 day ago
wow again.