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Sunset 1 on the American River


 
BetterPhoto.com Photo Contest Finalist   Sunset 1 on the American River
Sunset 1 on the American River
The American River at Discovery Park. Sacramento, CA

Susan M. Reynolds

 
 
 

Dale Hardin
 

Absolutely lovely Susan. There is just nothing that surpasses a beautiful sunset.

Even though the image is probably straight, the edge of the river and the trees give an illusion of a tilt so try rotating it just a bit to the right.

The Sacramento Delta is one place I've missed. Any recommendations as to where to go in that area for good photo ops?


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December 05, 2010

 

Jeff E Jensen
  Fantastic, Susan!

Welcome back.


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December 05, 2010

 

Carla Capra Anderson
  Oh my, Susan!
This is stunning.
Congrats on this beautiful image.

Dave's parents boat in the Delta and we've haven't made the trip. But, your image is an incentive to GO!

;) CC


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December 05, 2010

 
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  Wow that is a beauty and a great reflection too. Looks good to go to me. That sky is so intense it almost hurts my eyes.


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December 05, 2010

 

Anthony L. Mancuso
  Gorgeous Susan, I think Dales suggestion is the only edit this one needs...good to see you again!


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December 05, 2010

 
- Rita K. Connell

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  glad you are feeling better.... this is awesome susan I wouldn't change anything this is going in my favorites.


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December 06, 2010

 

Stephen Shoff
  If I had this horizon line from my back deck, I wouldn't be able to pass up all these phenomenal sunsets we have been having lately. Good job, Susan.


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December 06, 2010

 

Aimee C. Eisaman
  Amazing Susan! I'm glad that you are back even if you are still in alot of pain. The details in the clouds along with the reflection of the colors in the water hold my attention. Very lovely! :~)


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December 06, 2010

 
- Susan M. Reynolds

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  Thank you everyone...Dale, the right side of this was a curving bend in the River so it was straight, just appears that way because of the shadow silhoute created by the lighting...I can assure you I was thinking of YOU when I shot these making sure the horizon was level 'in camera' as I took each shot - so ingrained has the impact been of your tutelage!
...so if I change this, will it not seem that the water is crooked and the reflection in it? I'm curious. I'll give it a try later on~need to rest my hands a bit.


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December 06, 2010

 
- Susan M. Reynolds

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  Discovery Park
Discovery Park
Sacramento, California on November 10, 2010 ~ Clear Afternoon Sunshine on the American River at Discovery Park.

Susan M. Reynolds

 
 
I meant the left side. Here is a shot of the same spot in the daytime of a different day, but maybe zoomed in closer.


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December 06, 2010

 

Joan E. Hoffman
  What a stupendous sunset, in an extremely beautiful spot Susan! So glad to see you back and hope your are doing better.


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December 06, 2010

 
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  Simply Beautiful!!!
Congrats


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December 07, 2010

 

Stephen Shoff
  That's a great sky and sun star in the second picture, Susan.

I remember walking on that beach just last July! It was the first time I'd seen the confluence of the American and Sacramento Rivers.


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December 07, 2010

 

Teresa H. Hunt
  Oh my Susan, this is an amazing photo. I love the colors! Congrats on the EP

I'm glad your back . . . I hope you're feeling better :)


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December 07, 2010

 
- Rita K. Connell

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  wow susan you last post is very nice also. I like how the sun is!


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December 08, 2010

 

Merna L. Nobile
  I can only imagine how proud you must be feeling right now. What wonderful news! CONGRATULATIONS, Merna


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January 18, 2011

 

Jeff E Jensen
  Congrats on your finalist!


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January 18, 2011

 

Stephen Shoff
  Ditto...


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January 18, 2011

 

Carla Capra Anderson
  Hi Susan,
This is an awesome finalist and warmest congratulations.
;) CC


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January 19, 2011

 

Dale Hardin
  Wow! A finalist! Sure saw that coming. Congratulations.


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January 19, 2011

 

Teresa H. Hunt
  Congratulations on your Finalist Susan. It is truly deserved. :)


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January 19, 2011

 
- Susan M. Reynolds

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  What a shock! I don't even remember entering...Thank you to all!


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January 19, 2011

 
- Ellen H. Robertson

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  Stunning, Congrats


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January 19, 2011

 

Aimee C. Eisaman
  Congrats Susan....so glad you did enter it! Beautiful! :~)


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January 19, 2011

 
- Rita K. Connell

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  congratulation susan


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January 19, 2011

 
- Susan M. Reynolds

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  Thanks again ~ I know several other's had finalists, but I'm having trouble finding them since I wasn't in sync with the last two months...but congratulations to everyone that had a finalist or two or three for December!


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January 19, 2011

 

Anthony L. Mancuso
  Congrats on the beautiful finalist Susan!


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January 19, 2011

 
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  Loved it when I first saw it. Congratulations on a fine Finalist!


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January 20, 2011

 
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