Twilight Solitude
Uploaded: July 19, 2012
Sigma 20mm, f/16, 20 sec, ISO 100, 1 1/3 EV. Processed in Lightroom4
Susan Williams July 19, 2012
This scene is so beautiful, it must have been fun to do. I know that perfect light doesn't last for long so you have to be spot on to get it, and you did. #1475821Paul R. Nelson July 19, 2012
Thank you, Susan, and yes it was. The soft waves coming in and the clear skies made for a very peaceful evening. It isn't as obvious because of the wide-angle lens, but there were orange beams of light extending up into the sky from the sun over the horizon, which added to the mood. #10236927Arthur Bohlmann July 19, 2012
Oustanding image paul. I really like the feel of this image, the colors and detail are all very pleasing to the eye. #10236946Paul R. Nelson July 19, 2012
Thank you, Art, I really appreciate your comments. I love Lake Superior on nights like this, and am glad some of what I like about it comes through in my images. #10236964Usman M. Bajwa July 20, 2012
This is a terrific capture, love the calmness it emotes, Paul!UB. #10237094
Jack Gaskin July 20, 2012
Perfect Title for a MASTERFUL Capture & Work .Happy Shooting
Jack #10237207
Carla Capra Anderson July 20, 2012
FANTASTIC!!!Paul R. Nelson July 20, 2012
Thank you for the encouraging comments, Usman. That is what I remember from that night and am happy I was able to capture that feeling in this image.Thank you, Jack. I appreciate the compliments, and this did make my day.
Thank you, Carla. I'm glad you appreciate this and am very thankful for the encouragement. #10237525
Gary R. Smith July 20, 2012
Quite beautiful, Paul. The long exposure creates an almost surreal effect. The colors blending are fantastic. Great capture. #10237722Paul R. Nelson July 20, 2012
Thank you, Gary. I have found that a long exposure when there are slight waves will make the water almost translucent, yet still reflect the color in the sky. This one worked out well. #10237759Dennis Behm July 20, 2012
WOW! Fantastic image, Paul. #10238255Paul R. Nelson July 20, 2012
Thank you, Dennis, I really appreciate the compliment. #10238301Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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