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Crowded Dawn

© Karen Celella

Crowded Dawn

Uploaded: March 05, 2010 05:09:09

Description

Mesa Arch in Utah is a very popular place for photographers. We arrived in the dark to claim a spot in the crowd. This is the last of the group still catching parts of the amazing morning light.

Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/125 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 800, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 17.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 40D

Comments

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe March 05, 2010

Excellent capture from the Arch Karen! Jeff #1245296

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe March 05, 2010

We hiked 2 mile in the dark with a flashlight to get a spot at Dream lake in RMNP last Summer. LOL. What we won't do for a picture. This is beautiful, Karen. Gorgeous colors, lighting and composition. #8433494

R. J. Laudenbacher level-classic March 05, 2010

Beautiful capture Karen and so perfect for this months theme. Wonderful work! #8433519

Ron McEwan March 05, 2010

Great shot Karen. Oh I loved that place, like to go back. #8433536

Jean-Pierre Ducondi March 05, 2010

Great scene Karen. Beautiful light and composition. Well done.
JP #8433569

Tarun Bose March 05, 2010

Excellent MT image, Karen. #8434059

JudyAnn Rector level-classic March 05, 2010

Stunning image, Karen! #8434340

Michelle Alton March 05, 2010

Unbelievable capture, Karen. #8434808

Shelly A. Van Camp level-classic March 06, 2010

Beautiful capture, Karen! #8435915

Reynaldo D. Reyes level-classic March 06, 2010

I can see why photographers are drawn to this, the lighting and scenery are just awe-inspiring. What time did you guys get up? #8435973

Karen Celella March 06, 2010

Many thanks to each of your for your kind words. We got up about 4:00 am. It was well worth it and I hope to be able to do it again someday. It's a place I will never forget and a sunrise unmatched by any other. #8436213

Jean-Pierre Ducondi April 18, 2010

Congratulations on your finalist Karen. WTG.
JP #8544050

Maria Coulson April 18, 2010

Wow Karen, you are hot this month. I love this one!! Congratulations. In my opinion, it is destined for gold. #8544385

Kathleen Brennan April 18, 2010

Karen you are cleaning up! and well you should! Congrats! #8545714

R. J. Laudenbacher level-classic April 19, 2010

I am running out of ways to congratulate you so....Congratulations! LOL This are all so great and so well deserving. #8547655

Reynaldo D. Reyes level-classic April 19, 2010

Congratulations on all your finalists Karen. Very well deserved! #8548636

Rona L. Schwarz April 19, 2010

I, too, am running out of ways to congratulate you, Karen! This is such a wonderful theme entry - the lighting is gorgeous! Well-worth getting up at 4:00 a.m.! Congratulations on another great Finalist! #8548899

Amy M. Wilson April 19, 2010

Ditto... congrats again, Karen!!! #8549203

Ken Smith level-classic April 20, 2010

Hopefully none of the photographers were rude, as I've heard about that experience. Congrats Karen! #8553454

Karen Celella April 20, 2010

I'm also running out of ways to express how grateful I am for all of your kind words and support. So I will say once again THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!

Ken, we had a very nice experience at the arch. Of course everyone wants that very best spot and it was difficult to move around, but everyone was kind and cooperative. #8554358

Debra R. Harder April 21, 2010

WOW...what a beautiful place to be!! This is amazing! Congratulations on ALL your outstanding finalists, Karen!! Deb #8558824

David M. Montero April 21, 2010

I've never been there but it looks awe inspiring, almost spiritual in the morning. Great capture. Congratulations on your finalist Karen!!! #8560051

Karen Celella April 27, 2010

Many thanks Debra and Dave! #8573386

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