ldavidson 4 Posted July 6, 2011 I love these incredible landscapes of yours that transport me to another more enchanting time and place. I can smell the fresh, cool, untainted air and I half expect to see Polar Bears lumbering across the ice in the background. This scene is very peaceful and tranquil.The light in the clouds is delightful. The little puff balls of snow in the dark water are perfect. Beautiful work! Best wishes, Linda Link to comment
alfbailey 3 Posted July 6, 2011 KALLOLMany thanks for your interest and positive feedback. I was very fortunate that the low clouds kept passing in front of the sun, all I had to do was compose the shot and wait a few minutes for the clouds to diffuse the sun again and "click" Kind RegardsAlfZSOLT Sincere thanks for your visit and positive feedback. I'm far less decisive on a favourite between the two versions, both have very different qualities to me.Best RegardsAlfADRIENNE The last few weeks have been a bit too warm for my liking, so I can empathise with your comments. Many Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts.Best RegardsAlfBOBBY Many thanks for your comments and encouragement, very much appreciated.Take CareAlfFALAKMany thanks for your interest and kind comments, very much appreciated.Best RegardsAlfMIKE Sincere thanks for your most generous comments and feedback, much appreciated. I have now purchased a Nikkor 14 -24mm F2.8 lens slightly faster and wider than the 16 - 35mm F 4, but one of the reasons I decided to change was because of the slightly uneven distortion that I sometimes experienced with the 16 - 35. Interesting suggestion as a back lighted image, I think you might be right, I'd be interested to see this one printed myself.Kind RegardsAlfHARRY Many Thanks for your interest and kind words. The usual gang were with us, but I was the only one with wellies, and therefore was the only one ot get images from this perspective.Cheers HarryAlfLINDASincere thanks for your eloquent feedback and positive comments, much appreciated. If I thought there was the slightest chance that I'd encounter a Polar Bear, I wouldn't get out of the car : - ) I am told that these creatures are the only animals on our planet that will actively hunt a human being for food. Scary thought that! Thankfully there is nothing anywhere near as dangerous in the uK, the worst that could happen in winter is being robbed by a hungry seagull when near the shore : - ) I think bears are far more likely to inhabit your neighborhood Linda, its all that brillaint fishing you have available nearby : - )But I know what you mean, this is a special place, the remains of a glacier and its surroundings can have a most soothing effect, and yeah, makes you feel at one with nature.Cheers LindaAlfTERRY Those few words are very uplifting and encouraging.Sincere thanksAlf Link to comment
tonyfrench 0 Posted July 7, 2011 Alf, this is a really beautiful image. The blue tones of the clouds and snow work really nicely with the brown and black tones of the water. The line of the ice is very nice leading us to the background and as a transition from the the darker tones to the lighter tones. Link to comment
jhl 0 Posted July 7, 2011 Breathtaking! I read you mentioned getting in the water to capture this Magnificent view and it most certainly paid off since what you captured here was a view to treasure and keep safe. Also, hopefully you had "gum boots" on otherwise you feet must have been frozen as well. Amazing, how the clouds are reflected here in the bottom left hand corner of this capture. I can almost feel the crispness and cold of the air and the quiet in the area away from all city noise. Thank you so much for sharing the beauty you captured of Mother Earth. Warmest Regards Link to comment
Anabela Sequeira 0 Posted July 8, 2011 This is an enjoyable image of mountain landscape. All is as it should be...Very well done! Kind regards. Link to comment
jeffl7 0 Posted July 8, 2011 You tend to end up in glorious places, and all my snapshots look humdrum in comparison. Brilliant blues here. Warmer than would be expected given the snow. Link to comment
alfbailey 3 Posted July 8, 2011 TONY Many thanks for your thoughtful comments and positive feedback. It was the line of ice that inspired me to get into the water and get the shot, there was no safe vantage point amongst the hidden boulders on the shore, and I didn't want foreground snow. I was fortunate with the light, just waiting for the right moment when the clouds difffused most of the sunlight.Best RegardsAlfJOHANNASincere Thanks for your most generous comments and positive feedback. Yeah I did climb into the water, it was simply the safest and best place to get a good composition. I was wearing Neoprene wellingtons, they are brilliant, you just don't feel the cold and they comfortable enough to walk in too. You are right about the crisp cold air, I think it might be that which aided the clarity of the scene. The snow was about 18" thick on the slope we climbed to get to this spot and again you are very perceptive because the silence was most apparent. I am really pleased you liked this Johanna.Warm RegardsAlfANABELA Many thanks for your interest and kind words, much appreciated!Best RegardsAlfJEFFIt's just an illusion Jeff, it didn't feel that glorious at the time, I'd fallen over 4 times, squashed my sandwiches and got snow in me left wellie : - ) When we finally got there it was worth it though. It was one of those days of infinately variable light, the transient low clouds ever changing."snapshots" and "humdrum" ...........when I can achieve images and B & W's of the calibre and quality you produce I'll be very happy to have my snapshots look humdrum also : - )Cheers JeffAlf Link to comment
ldavidson 4 Posted July 8, 2011 Alf, I was cleaning my windows today. There were kitty nose prints all over the inside and bear nose and paw prints on the outside. We live in bear country, we live with black and brown bears lumbering around the neighbourhood. We are long way from the Polar Bears. I have never seen a Grizzly in our area, but they are occasionally seen and last week one killed and ate a woman in the mountains. Our little bears can be a nuscance, and although many people are terrified of them, they rarely attack people.William and Kate are visiting in Calgary, Alberta,Canada at the moment. Are you watching the coverage? Canadians are absolutly mad about them and their every movement has been televised. Link to comment
karolostrivizas 2 Posted July 8, 2011 The wise use of the low light Alf create a wonderful atmosphere...It is an outstanding image of a rare landscape, perfectly composed with great depth and natural colors.....My congrats....!!! Link to comment
benhuybrechts 0 Posted July 9, 2011 Hello Alf,This is a fabulous shot. Excellent blue tones, the light in the clouds and the reflection of it in the water, make this a very strong picture.The composition is fantastic, it leads the eye. The water leads the eye to the lighter area in the clouds, then over the mountain tops to the other light area.I would never have tried it in BW, but also that works well.I didn't find Peter Pan, but maybe at 4:30 AM that might be normal :-)Very well done,Ben Link to comment
ndj 0 Posted July 10, 2011 A fabulous shot with superb lighting, and excellent atmosphere Alf! Never did find Peter Pan but love the shot.All the best,Neil Link to comment
drorbaldinger 0 Posted July 10, 2011 alf, you are fast becoming a grand-master of landscape photography. this one is a beauty!i am back in the USSR.it was an amazing workshop. posted some early birds... Link to comment
alfbailey 3 Posted July 11, 2011 LINDA The environment you live in must be truly amazing, I get quite excited if I see a hedgehog or a fox, I can't imagine what its like being in close proximity to the creatures you mentioned, particularly bears. I imagine that you have to treat even black and brown bears with a healthy respect.William and Kate are never out of the news over here, showing them doing just about everything in Canada from canoeing to landing a helicopter on water. I'm not a "Royal" fan, but I must admit William & Kate do seem more likeable than most. I wonder if they will encounter any bears : - )Cheers LindaAlfKARALOS I was fortunate with the light, the low clouds were moving rapidly so I just had to wait for the right moment to click the shutter. Many Thanks for your kind comments and posiitve feedback.Best RegardsAlfBEN Sincere thanks for your generous comments and informative feedback, very much appreciated. I believe getting into the water was the key to the composition, a bit extreme but it payed off this time. I agree with you about the B & W version, it really does work well.Maybe at 4.30 AM even Peter Pan was in bed : - )Good to hear from you and thanks again Ben.Best RegardsAlfTIBIMany thanks for your vote of confidence, it really is appreciated.Best RegardsAlfNEILSincere thanks for your positive feedback and for sharing your thoughts, much appreciated.To find Peter Pan......start at the left hand bottom of the image and follow the curve of the ice (his neck) to the chin, mouth and nose : - )Several beers and a vivid imagination will help too : - )Cheers NeilAlfDROR Thank you for your kind words, much appreciated, but speaking of masters ....I think that workshop you attended, has contributed to making another. Very impressive!Cheers mate!Alf Link to comment
w-j-li 0 Posted July 12, 2011 Fabulous. Welll composed. Nice light and quiet color. Sharp. Just learning. Best Regards, Link to comment
johnroberts 0 Posted July 12, 2011 There's no place like Idwal when the elements display it in such beauty. A superb capture showing both beauty and menace at the same time.Regards.......John Link to comment
vbirke 0 Posted July 12, 2011 What a terrific landscape and image of it, Alf. Congratulations. I'm enjoying viewing.Bw, Volker Link to comment
alfbailey 3 Posted July 12, 2011 WANGHANMany thanks for your comments and positive feedback, much appreciated. I'm pleased to say I'm still learning too : - )Best RegardsAlfJOHN I agree 100% I have visited the place about 4 times in total and always come away with images I'm pleased with. Though I have to say I think I've only touched on the potential this place has to offer. Sincere thanks for your visit, your feedback is very much appreciated.Cheers John! AlfVOLKER This is one of the images that look better on a warm day : - ) I'm really pleased you enjoyed viewing it, and thank you sincerely for your visit.Best RegardsAlf Link to comment
kdrews 0 Posted July 13, 2011 Beautiful, majestic image and an excellent comp. Most pleasing to view on a hot July day......or any day, for that matter. I really like the light too. The snow covered rock in the foreground definitely holds your eye in the composition. Nicely done. Link to comment
DavidRabinowitz 8 Posted July 13, 2011 cooling me off on a hot day...very nice colors and image...regards....David Link to comment
cosminalba 0 Posted July 13, 2011 What can I say when all has been said. Perfect. CongratulationsMy best regards.Cosmin Link to comment
llgarcia 1 Posted July 13, 2011 As has been mentioned, the lighting is stunning both at the base of the snow mountain and at the clouds. Also, the stones covered with snow is a beautiful sight to see against the darkly rendered collection of water. A completely outstanding image, Alf. - Lester Link to comment
elportebonheur 0 Posted July 14, 2011 This has winter written all over it...So tranquil and quiet scene. Yet another superior piece of lens work. Nothing to add - compliments Alf Link to comment
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