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Gallery: LandscapePosted December 6, 2010369 views17 comments

My first favorite image of Madame Pele flowing from Pu'u O'u down to the Kalapana coastline ocean entry point on January 10, 2009. Canon 5D and 100-400L, ISO 100, AP 18, SH 1/2.5. The image is a bit soft because of the thermal heat distortion.

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17 comments

Comment posted by Justin Reznick on December 6, 2010 at 7:39 PM

Welcome Tom! The lines in the lava are absolutely incredible. I love the red glow to the steam as well. Man I miss photographing the lava!

Registered on November 24, 2009, 79 Posts, 515 Comments

Comment posted by Tom Kualii on December 6, 2010 at 7:48 PM

Aloha Justin. Still trying to figure out how to get going here on NPN. Im sure I will be getting it soon. Lava tubes collapsed and lava is taking on a new direction up on the Pali (hill side). So no Entry point. One home got destroyed about two weeks ago. A huge bench did collapsed and luckily we were not there. Always thankful to be out safe everytime we go. Anyhow. Take care.

Registered on November 24, 2010, 53 Posts, 139 Comments

Comment posted by Phil Pogledich on December 6, 2010 at 7:57 PM

Killer shot, Tom, and definitely something most of us don't see every day! I really like the different bands of color in the lava and the red/orange steam rising from the ocean . . . otherworldly stuff. Look forward to seeing more of your work.

Registered on August 24, 2009, 123 Posts, 3099 Comments

Comment posted by Kory Lidstrom on December 6, 2010 at 8:04 PM

Very cool. Looks just like a flame. One of the more interesting/original lava shots I've seen.

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Comment posted by Mark Metternich on December 6, 2010 at 8:45 PM

Aloha Tom!

I'm glad to see you posting here on NP. I think your work will be very well received here. These folks often have eyes like an eagle and it is a great place to learn and be inspired.

Killer shot!

Registered on June 19, 2009, 276 Posts, 6240 Comments

Comment posted by Chris Chamberlain on December 6, 2010 at 9:34 PM

Nice! I like how you left the edges dark leaving some mystery there, and putting all the attention on the lava. I imagine the sense of danger really makes the experience special as well.

Chris

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Comment posted by Tom Kualii on December 6, 2010 at 9:38 PM

Thank you for your comments. Charlie ~ at 400. Mark ~ Thank you for everything. Chris ~ danger shooting lava is everywhere and capturing this one is going to the edge of the bench.

Registered on November 24, 2010, 53 Posts, 139 Comments

Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on December 6, 2010 at 10:28 PM

Wow, that is something. Even with 400 mm I'll bet you could feel the heat here.

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Comment posted by Julian Barkway on December 7, 2010 at 2:54 AM

Slight softness aside (understandable in the circumstances) this is a dramatic and arresting image. Well done!

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Comment posted by Matt Anderson on December 7, 2010 at 1:28 PM

Hi Tom, Ma-halo!

What a great first posting. Love the controlled "pouring" of light.
I'm a Hawaii nut, so I look forward to viewing your imagery!

Registered on September 6, 2007, 346 Posts, 2696 Comments

Comment posted by Floris van Breugel on December 7, 2010 at 1:33 PM

Welcome to NPN Tom! Fascinating intimate of the lava here, makes me think of a flaming swan taking a drink. Looking forward to more!

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Comment posted by dean hebert on December 7, 2010 at 3:00 PM

Reminds me of liquid glass. Love your treatment of this!

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Comment posted by Lon Overacker on December 7, 2010 at 3:34 PM

Tom,

Welcome to NPN and the ES&S Gallery! I'm sure you've heard, but Justin already gave you an introduction earlier with one of this posts! Your reputation has preceded you! And we're certainly glad you decided to join us.

What an incredible lava flow image. The form, the light and the steam produced is awesome. Outstanding image and I can see why this is a favorite.

Glad to have you here. Looking forward to more images and your participation in the galleries and forums!

Lon

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Comment posted by Jack Brauer on December 8, 2010 at 12:42 PM

Beautiful and unique lava shot. Very elegant.

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Comment posted by Miles Morgan on December 9, 2010 at 12:55 PM

Yeah. This just RULES Tom. Looking forward to eventually meeting you guys!

Registered on November 23, 2009, 6 Posts, 185 Comments

Comment posted by John Williams on December 9, 2010 at 11:28 PM

Super Tom, I love the flow disappearing into the mist.

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Comment posted by Tom Kualii on December 10, 2010 at 12:52 AM

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome and kind comments. Aloha to all. TK

Registered on November 24, 2010, 53 Posts, 139 Comments