Finale

Gallery: LandscapePosted August 26, 20187,166 views11 comments

The last of this short series. The sky literally exploded, it was a fun evening.

ISO 400, 17-40mm@22mm, f/11, .8s

Your comments and critiques are greatly appreciated.

Better large.

Comments

11 comments

Comment posted by Mark Seaver on August 27, 2018 at 8:21 AM

Gary, you've triggered my symmetry bug once again. The bright areas in the sky and their reflections surround the distant shore and it's reflection perfectly. All three of these look great. In this one, I do wonder how toning down the contrast in the main peak would look, although it fits better once I've spent some time viewing the larger version, as the sharp triangle contrasts with the "fluffy" glows in the clouds.

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Comment posted by Ed Lowe on August 27, 2018 at 10:33 AM

You saved the best for last, Gary. The symmetry in the scene works beautifully and those white fluffy clouds cap everything off for me. When I opened the large version the lighting on the landscape became more prominent and I still like the hint of the rocks below the surface of the water. Outstanding image.

Ed

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Comment posted by Igor Doncov on August 27, 2018 at 1:24 PM

This is a really striking image. It's certainly the most dramatic of the three. As you say, it's explosive. However, my vote goes for the first one, titled 'Semblance'. It's a more mysterious and more creative image. I liked the submerged rocks. All 3 are great images in my opinion.

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Comment posted by Harley Goldman on August 27, 2018 at 4:12 PM

A great finale and a great image with which to finish. This is a real beauty. Most enjoyable!!!

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Comment posted by Bill Leggett on August 27, 2018 at 5:32 PM

The symmetry, the light and butter smooth water are all great, Gary. Reminds me of a Rorschach inkblot if turned sideways. The dynamic motion of the clouds and soft focus reflections make for a fine presentation.

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Comment posted by Ian Cameron on August 27, 2018 at 8:43 PM

Very cool reflection

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Comment posted by Nick Bristol on August 28, 2018 at 6:34 PM

Sure looks like it was a fun evening, Gary! You made some wonderful images here and I have enjoyed seeing them. I have not picked my favorite yet...all look great so I'm going to just enjoy them!! cool

Nick Bristol
Lone Rock, WI.

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Comment posted by Anil Rao on August 29, 2018 at 6:43 PM

Another beautiful addition to your short series. There is more drama here no doubt but I like how it fits right alongside the other two. A display of all three prints would be quite an exhibit and one that I would really love getting a chance to see.

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Comment posted by Eva McDermott on August 30, 2018 at 12:29 PM

I love the symmetry and tonal range Gary. Stunning image.

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Comment posted by Kathy Barnhart on August 30, 2018 at 12:31 PM

This is my favorite of the three, and it is not only because of the drama, but I prefer the closer look. It's easier to see the wonderful patterns in the far shore and their reflections. (maybe it's just my poor eyesight but I don't think so!) It must have been a great evening.

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Comment posted by Aaron Feinberg on September 20, 2018 at 1:27 AM

Well that's quite lovely.

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