Great Wall of China

Uploaded: February 16, 2008 08:10:32

Description

Exif: F Number: 11, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 10/5000 seconds, Flash: did not fire., White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 18.00 mm, Model: NIKON D70

Comments

Ellen Hodges February 16, 2008

That is one fantastic image, Mike!! Wow! #856072

Iris Greenwell February 16, 2008

wow, what a great depth of field. I really like the sense of place of it. Iris #5502682

February 16, 2008

Great Pic and POV! #5502720

Cindy Harter February 16, 2008

This is such a cool shot!! Wow, how awesome was it to be there? I love the comp and set up for this shot! #5502826

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe February 16, 2008

Beautiful capture, Michael. I love it!!! Wish I had been there to see this one of a kind. Outstanding work!!!
Denny #5502973

Shawna Stevenson February 16, 2008

Great pov and dof--very well presented. #5503040

Patrick Rouzes level-classic February 16, 2008

WOWWW, incredible pov, perspective, colors, clarity & scene captured here!!! Exceptional work, Michael!!! #5503130

Ashley L. Thompson February 16, 2008

Absolutely breathtaking! Beautiful capture....great depth of field and pov!!

-Ashley #5503208

Michelle Alton February 16, 2008

Wow Michael...This is not a view that I've previously seen of the Wall. This is much BETTER than the usual! Wow!
It's a phenomenal capture.
Michelle #5503267

Michael G. Marshall February 16, 2008

Thank you Ellen, Iris, Craig, Cindy, Denny, Shawna, Patrick, Ashley and Michelle! I sincerely appreciate your kind remarks! It was a special day. This site is 2 hours north of Beijing on a remote mountain top. It was very spiritual. Thanks again! - Michael #5503314

Jeana Clark February 16, 2008


WOW!!
this is a fabulous view Michael!!
Would really be something to see this in person...BUT..someone has to hold the fort down in KS ;o)!!
Awesome details and textures!!
The DOF is simply outstanding!!
WONDERFUL WORK!!!

~J~ #5503342

Michael G. Marshall February 16, 2008

Thanks Jeana! I really appreciate your very kind words! Have a wonderful weekend! - Michael #5503731

Kathleen Rinker February 17, 2008

Wow Michael this is outstanding, I sure wish I was there to see and feel its essense in person!!! #5505642

Michael G. Marshall February 17, 2008

Hi Kathleen! Thanks for your kind remarks. It was a truly special place to visit. - Michael #5506838

Erika Haight February 17, 2008

This POV is out of this world Michael! I would love to see this one day! Beautiful! erika #5506940

Michael G. Marshall February 17, 2008

Thank you Erika! I hope you have that opportunity!
- Michael #5507295

Cyn Valentine February 18, 2008

Fantastic..what a view!!You're lucky to travel to so many far off places..excellent image Michael!! #5511196

Michael G. Marshall February 18, 2008

Thank you Cyn! Through my work I am blessed to be able to travel to some wonderful locations. I cherish the "off hours" to practice and pursue my photography.
- Michael #5511360

Steve Reffey February 23, 2008

Wow Michael!

Wonderful Image....

Steve #5541339

Jeana Clark February 25, 2008


Glad to see this chosen for an EP!!!
Again...Excellent work Michael!!

~J~ #5549767

Michael G. Marshall February 25, 2008

Thanks Steve and Jeana! I appreciate your kind remarks! It was a very special day that I'll never forget.
- Michael #5550593

Anne M. Young level-classic February 27, 2008

Michael - I think I wenthere - Simatai right? Did you take the old cable car? This is such a great POV.... #5563304

Michael G. Marshall February 27, 2008

Hi Anne. I can't remember the name exactly, but I believe you are correct. We did take a cable car up the mountain before walking the rest of the way. It was such an incredible place! I'll never forget it! I hope it was special for you as well.

- Michael #5564539

Matt Quaid March 02, 2008

great capture Michael, makes me want to go there and see it for myself #5582014

Michael G. Marshall March 02, 2008

Thanks Matt! I would encourage you to do so. It was incredible! Michael #5583443

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic March 25, 2008

Such a fabulous perspective!!!
What a wonderful capture!
~Lisa #5695581

Michael G. Marshall March 25, 2008

Thank you Lisa! Congratulations on your entries in February's contest. Magnificent images! - Michael #5697339

Anne M. Young level-classic March 28, 2008

Michael - surprised wasn't a winner - super shot I keep coming back to. I'd love to go in winter after a snow fall. #5712191

Michael G. Marshall March 28, 2008

Thank you Anne! Maybe next month! I don't give up easily! : ) Congratulations on your wonderful entries for February! I always enjoy your work!
- Michael #5712327

Anita Bower April 01, 2008

This photo gives me a feel for the Great Wall of China--its size and the countryside it traverses. Well done! #5728159

Michael G. Marshall April 01, 2008

Thank you Anita! It was a day I will never forget!
Michael #5730997

Mike D. Perez level-deluxe April 04, 2008

Great POV of this magnificent structure, Michael. Too bad I didn't have a camera when I was there (working)a few years ago. You have some terrific wildlife shots in your gallery! #5743786

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