Last Light

Gallery: LandscapePosted December 20, 2009230 views16 comments

On the first day in the Dolomites we had that dramatic moment where the whole weather/light situation changed within a few moments. We've taken several shots during that time - we were excited and running around on the search for good places and compositions. I loved this moment when the sun was deep enough to cover the foreground in shadow while the peaks behind still glowed in the warm light. As so many other shots, this one was taken close to the "Tre Cime".
Canon 5DMII, Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS, Polarizer.

I'm not sure if I will post another image before Christmas, so everybody have great and peaceful holidays and great weather if you plan to go shooting around that time.

Thanks for all your thoughts and comments ... as usual I attached a LARGER version too.

Comments

16 comments

Comment posted by Marc Adamus on December 20, 2009 at 1:59 PM

Wonderful lighting, details and contrasts here, Andreas. I really enjoy a more pano crop as well.

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Comment posted by Paul Marcellini on December 20, 2009 at 2:13 PM

Again great light on the peak. I was also thinking a pano crop, as the deep blue sky add a a nice contrast in color but not too much interest as far as texture.

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Comment posted by Anil Rao on December 20, 2009 at 3:32 PM

This has turned out great. The sky is working really well along with the closer rocks in shadow to frame the sunlit peaks.

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Comment posted by Aaron Ellingsen on December 20, 2009 at 4:39 PM

This is excellent, Andreas. The colors, light, and detail are all very, very beautiful. My first thought was to crop some off the top, but at the same time, i like the darker clouds up there to create a stopping point for my eye, keeping them within the frame.

Happy holidays to you as well!

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Comment posted by Steve Sieren on December 20, 2009 at 6:03 PM

I like the graininess in the shadow part of the mountain Andreas. It really picks up the dusting of snow there. The color casts just enhance the mood nicely!

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Comment posted by Younes Bounhar on December 20, 2009 at 6:23 PM

Lovely light and colours. The layers are really nice here. I am with Marc on the pano crop, could work really well.

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Comment posted by Dan Baumbach on December 20, 2009 at 7:04 PM

Wonderful color and light.

- Dan.

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Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on December 20, 2009 at 8:18 PM

Wonderful drama. I could see darkening the foreground rocks just a bit to increase the drama on the lit mountain top, but this makes a strong impression as is.

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Comment posted by Erik Stensland on December 20, 2009 at 10:05 PM

Wonderful!!! I love the depth, texture and drama to this image!

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Comment posted by Albert Darmo on December 20, 2009 at 10:44 PM

Hi Andreas

This is well seen and captured. The mountain peaks emit a mood of calm and majesty, The detail and color are really splendid.
Albert Darmo Canada

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Comment posted by JACK NEAL on December 21, 2009 at 1:12 AM

Love it as is. Wish that I had shot this. Thanks for shareing.

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Comment posted by Catherine Reilly on December 21, 2009 at 1:31 AM

What a trip you had, Andreas. Another stunning mountain image. Just love all the detail and the warm/cool palette. I still wonder why so much sky...? I'd be cropping almost an inch off the top, as it makes the mountains that much more powerful to me. Perhaps just a reflection on personal taste or style… Dunno, but your images are sure making me think about it.

Light and peace of the holiday season to you, too.

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Comment posted by Waleed Marhoum on December 21, 2009 at 7:57 AM

excellent light
i like the sharp value you made

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Comment posted by Paul Duval on December 21, 2009 at 8:33 PM

Well Andre you saved what I consider your best shot for last. Holly Hippo Days. I'll be in the Eastern Sierra for New Year's.

Paul

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Comment posted by Eva McDermott on December 21, 2009 at 9:40 PM

I like the cold cliffs in the foreground and warn light on the background peaks. Excellent contrasts Andreas. Fantastic detail too.

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Comment posted by Cliff Dodge on December 21, 2009 at 11:40 PM

I like the layers of shade and color you captured.

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