california 2012 Half Dome at Dusk

A shot taken while visiting Yosemite. We stayed at Glacier View Point that

evening and got to see some wonderful stars. A fairly large group of

astronomers with large telescopes set up there as well. I would have looked

through a telescope had I not been absorbed by what I was seeing happen to

Half Dome as the sun went down. This is a composite of three images

blended in Photoshop.

A most unique and interesting rendition of this classic and wonderful natural marvel. Very original and artistic. Congratulations.

DG

Thanks Daniel.

Nicely done. You did well keeping the shadows dark and not going for an HDR look.

Thanks for your comments, Jim.  I am trying to stay away from HDR if I can.  I like the idea of using luminosity masks instead.  They keep colours more natural than HDR, and things look as they should.  Take care.

Paul, this is really quite beautiful -- I like how you've handled the light.  Very good processing techniques!

Thanks Stephen.  It has taken me a while to get comfortable with those luminosity masks, and layers in Photoshop, but I feel you have much more control of an image compared to Lightroom, especially for the subtle tweaks in light and shadows.  Thanks for your comments, Stephen.  You know how much I value your perspective.  Take care my friend.

Great work with a classic, great subject and a wonderful light! Bravo! Compliments and best regards.