Festive Moon

Gallery: LandscapePosted August 21, 2012206 views13 comments

I know I have not been around much lately. This past month, I have been fasting in the month of Ramadan, and this past Saturday went out as usual every month to find and photograph the new moon. We did not see it on Saturday, but none the less it was seen in deep southern Texas so Sunday was the Festival of Breaking Fast. At the end of the day I decided to go out and photograph what I could not see the day before. I was not disappointed.

Your thoughts on this one. I hope my moon photos are not becoming a bore. Each time I see this thin sliver of light, I get such a rush of excitement.

Nikon D2x, Nikon 400mm, f5.6, 0.3 sec, ISO 100.

Your comments much appreciated.

Comments

13 comments

Comment posted by David Edwards on August 21, 2012 at 3:49 AM

Not boring at all Youssef. I love the purity and simplicity of your comp. Being above the cloud layer and the focus on the moon gives me a strong spiritual feeling. The radiating reds and yellows are also quite hypnotic and soothing. Beautiful shot.

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Comment posted by Andrew Morrill on August 21, 2012 at 4:53 AM

Even while fasting (or after your fast?) you've created a visual (and spiritual) feast! The fog (right?) feels like it could be floating heavenly clouds. Overall color and processing looks great. Love it - great job. btw - no good photograph is ever a bore.

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Comment posted by Aaron Feinberg on August 21, 2012 at 4:59 AM

Not a bore...actually quite awesome again. Keep up the series

aF

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Comment posted by Aaron Feinberg on August 21, 2012 at 4:59 AM

Not a bore...actually quite awesome again. Keep up the series

aF

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Comment posted by Stuart Williams on August 21, 2012 at 5:45 AM

gorgeous colour and a blanket of clouds. the sliver of light is exciting! nicely done.

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Comment posted by Mark Seaver on August 21, 2012 at 9:18 AM

Beautifully simple with great colors.

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Comment posted by Harley Goldman on August 21, 2012 at 11:28 AM

Looks really good, Youssef. Nice and simple with beautiful colors.

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Comment posted by Lon Overacker on August 21, 2012 at 12:00 PM

Youssef,

I never tire of your moon images. In fact, you always have me on the lookout now and you always come to mind when I see that first glimpse.

This one is a simple and beautiful capture. Great color - good saturation and not too over the top.

Lon

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Comment posted by Bill Chambers on August 21, 2012 at 5:14 PM

Beautiful Youssef. The clouds/fog add so much to this. Fully saturated, but not over the top. Excellent work.

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Comment posted by Navin Sarma on August 21, 2012 at 7:53 PM

your signature shot is very much appreciated. nice work!

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Comment posted by Anil Rao on August 22, 2012 at 2:43 AM

Another excellent rendition, Youssef. Your moon studies are a real treat to view.

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Comment posted by Morris McClung on August 22, 2012 at 8:31 PM

Anything but boring. The color gradient is wonderful, the moon sliver is a perfect anchor, and the cloud layer below is magic.

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Comment posted by Wick Smith on August 23, 2012 at 2:36 PM

As well you should get that rush - that's a stunning scene you have captured very well. Wow!

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