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Swiftcurrent Lake reflects Grinnell Point in the rarely calm waters as the

first rays of the day strike the peak. I was amazed that the surrounding

clouds never lit up with color, as I had hoped. In hind site, I really liked

how the mountain was separated from the background as if lit by a

spotlight. The light quickly faded and everything began to look grey and

dull. A German photrographer and I were the only 2 at the lake, and

rejoiced in the unusual lighting together in our respective languages.

Somehow, we knew what each other were saying! ISO 100, f16, 3.2 sec

exposure, daylight white balanced.

Comments welcome anmd appreciated.

Incredible moment captured, Harry ... best regards.

A dream shot a man can only take! Amazing.

Amazing. Right place, right time. 

A truly magical spotlight, OMG!

Stunning capture!

Wow.

Along with the magical colours I love the balance and symmetry in this.  regards, Lisa

My first thought was that the mountain was over saturated by photoshop.  After reading your text, I recognize it as a truly remarkable shot.  Can't say any more about it.  7 / 7

Very very well done, Harry...

Excellent capture of a moment certainly to be treasured especially with this colour and lighting. Congrats and thank you for sharing your moment with us all.

Wow..gorgeous. I've been trying for one like this but never seem to get such beautiful light. I like how you used the rocks in the foreground.

Amazing shot Harry.  The glowing mountain looks incredible.  You definitely have a very unique photo here.  - Scott

Fabulous scene, superbly photographed Harry! Unbelievable light! Excellent work!

All the best,
Neil

amazing view...and nice composition

I am congratulating for you with all my heart, perseverances in seeking the beautiful illumination during morning escapades.

Indeed, it is very well presentation well-known to us, yet today you demonstrated them in the exceptional way.

It's great that you shared your observations with us. Whole-heartedly regards from distant Poland. Artur.

Thanks everyone for you remarks. 

Jerry - I suspected that many would look at the photo and think more art than photo with the post-processing, but as you say, mnature does provide some magic.  These colors are as natural as I remember them.

Lisa & Fred - I too like the symetry and place the horizon around midline.  I know we are told not a good idea, but for some images I think it works.  Most of the images I took at this lake were composed this way.  Had I not had some interesting rocks in the FG, I may have brought the camera higher and shot the reflection with more sky.  I have some other images tht include different rocks that I find even more compelling, though the lighting is quite different,  that I have yet to upload - soon I hope!

Thanks again, Harry

Great image.  Your composition is strong, and this image has good balance.  Cheers.

Paul

great play of lights, nice capture

Simply spectacular. Great composition, fabulous light. Superb!

What a brilliant sight!!
Well done! 

That light is amazing, exactly on the right spot!

Wow, this is intense! It's even more beautiful than the other version I saw earlier.

wow! spectacular scenery. prefect exposure and composition. a masterpiece.

Gorgeous!   I also use the grad #2 ND , 17-40, and a 5D. Have a 5DMark2 coming  and only hope I can be presented with an opt like this one.  Great job!  I love the foreground and the light balance with sky and water.  Amazing light on the peak.