Rinennsee First Light

Gallery: LandscapePosted September 21, 2012452 views14 comments

Just returned from 2 weeks exploring Austria's Tyrol region. I did a bit of hut to hut trekking in the Stubai Alps - some pretty spectacular scenery with weather ranging from snow, sun, rain, and fog which made for challenging photographic and hiking conditions but gave plenty of opportunity for moody shots. A cultural hit in Salzburg and then an all to brief tour in Hohe Taueren National Park - Austria 's largest. A life time could be spent just exploring that park. A lot of editing to do, but a great way to relive the trip. This image was a sunrise shot from a glacial lake and a popular day hike from the Franz Senn Hut. Fall doesn't give it the best lighting, but I was happy to see the view after a very foggy and windy afternoon the previous day. An alpine gem.

Any suggestions welcome.
5D II, 17-40L, single exposure.

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14 comments

Comment posted by Nancy Lea Sandy on September 21, 2012 at 8:39 PM

A lovely and well balanced image. Beautiful image

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Comment posted by Paul Breitkreuz on September 21, 2012 at 8:43 PM

What a wonderful looking place, Harry. It sure sounds like an exciting trip too. The larger version provides some excellent overall detail. No input towards changes here, just enjoying the site.

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Comment posted by Joseph Campisi on September 21, 2012 at 10:09 PM

Love those lavenders Harry, very nice. Reminds me of one of Andreas' images.

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Comment posted by Tony Kuyper on September 21, 2012 at 10:32 PM

Excellent all around, Harry. The comp really gives a nice sense of the entire place and why this place is so well liked.

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Comment posted by Kah Kit Yoong on September 22, 2012 at 12:04 AM

Conveys the pristine beauty of Australia well. The snow of the rock is quite effective.

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Comment posted by Peter Richter on September 22, 2012 at 5:06 AM

Harry, this is an intriguing composition for me, excellent framing by the foreground rocks to my eye. I especially appreciate the subtle glow at the summit balancing the overall cold atmosphere. Great work in my opinion.

Peter

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Comment posted by Harry Lichtman on September 22, 2012 at 5:58 AM

Thanks folks - Peter, you sure have a beautiful country. I didn't make it to the Vienna side, hopefully some day.

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Comment posted by Nancy Wolfe on September 22, 2012 at 8:52 AM

Beautiful picture. I love the snow on the large rock in the front

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Comment posted by Andreas Resch on September 22, 2012 at 12:21 PM

Nice to see shots from your trip to out lovely country. You passed a wonderful place here and it feels very "at home" to me. The composition is well balanced - I like it.

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Comment posted by Bill Caldwell on September 22, 2012 at 2:55 PM

Beautiful image Harry, would love to visit that region some day!

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Comment posted by R.Bill Moser on September 23, 2012 at 8:16 AM

This must be a wonderful place and you captured the scene really well.love the snow on the foreground rock. Well composed and well processed. I love this one a lot

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on September 23, 2012 at 10:00 AM

A great looking place and you captured the feel of it perfectly. Very nice Harry!

Nick Bristol
Lone Rock, WI

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Comment posted by Karsten Wrobel on September 23, 2012 at 11:31 AM

Wonderful comp and serene mood, Harry. The ice on the fg rock really adds to the overall impact of the shot...

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Comment posted by Eva McDermott on September 25, 2012 at 6:25 PM

A very tranquil and beautiful scene Harry. Wonderful glow on the peak.

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