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Last weekend the weather forecast was fog for this specific area of

the Lake District, and so I travelled the 224 miles round trip and took

these shots.

This weekend the weather forecast an almost zero wind rating for

Glencoe in Scotland so I travelled 650 miles to find howling winds

ansd even some snow,

I guess 50 / 50 chance is better than none : - ) Your thoughts and

comments are always appreciated. Thank You.

This is awesome, Alf.  Love shots in the fog and you have produced a stunning image.  I spent many years living in Bedford area of UK but so disappointed I never made it to the Lake District.  

Hi Alf,

A most peaceful scene , well shot.

I like the various faded color tones, the ripple on the water, and the details present through the fog.

Upon enlargement, the white bird in the water provides addition interest, too.

Best Regards my friend, Mike

Lovely image with a fine mood .

In the middle of the water there is something moving and irregular and disturb the water slow flow ,(very evident in the large version) and that would disturb the shadows on the water in certain way,which I do not find here ,so it may better to clone that uneven patch of water disturbance .

Alf,

   Beautiful scene with wonderful mood & reflection.  I love image's in the fog & this one is a beauty.  Take care, Patsy

Beautiful mood and reflections. Well worth the travelling.

Sidsel

Alf.....The soft lighting and subdued colours give this photo an ancient surreal feeling. Well worth the drive I'm sure. Regards, Bob.

terrific landscape Alf...wow...regards....David

Sublime and ultimately serene.  Initially the perceived centering of the dark trees caught my attention, but it totally works here.  Wish I were there...  Mike

Best

PDE

A very nice landscape-shot with impressive lighting, Alf!

Beautiful!

Beautiful this too, Alf. I am waiting for sirens rising out from the water.

The Lake District has influenced and inspired countless novelists, poets and artists throughout the centuries, and I am most fortunate that it is only a couple of hours drive for me to reach this magical place.

On this particular occasion I had watched the weather forecast for a week previous to the visit and identified "Hawkshead" as the only place that was due to have a misty morning, and the weather men got their predicitons 100 % right (for a change) as "Esthwaite" was covered in mist.

By Comparison, this weekend I travelled to the Scottish Highlands and the weather was nothing like what was forecast. Still,  I tried to make the most of it.

Sincere Thanks for your thoughts and kind words Bill, and if you ever get back to the UK , look me up and we will spend a day in the Lake District.

Best Regards

Alf

MIKE

Many Thanks for your thoughts and observations, the RAW file for this image is about 72.1 MB and even after conversion to Jpeg it is still 22.1 MB. When enlarged, the detail is quite a revelation, even small birds can be seen at the base of the reeds on the far bank. I have found this more often than not using the D800.

Cheers Mike!

Alf

SAAD

Sincere Thanks for your thoughts and suggestions, very much appreciated!

I know what you mean about the patch of uneven water I'm not really sure about its identity, but probably a small bird or even a diving Grebe, of which there were many about.

I decided not to remove it, not because of any other reasons than I like to leave the image as much as possible without alteration, and also because certain competition rules that cloning things out as unacceptable. If I was going to prepare the image for print however, I think I'd be inclined to clone it out.

Best Regards

Alf

PATSY

Many Thanks for your thoughts and kind words, it was a very atmospheric morning!

Best Regards

Alf

SIDSEL

If I return home with just one decent shot I consider it worth losing sleep over, and sometimes just being there is reward enough for the journey. On this occasion I got lucky and come away with several shots I was pleased with.

Sincere Thanks & Best Regards

Alf

BOB

Many Thanks for your interest and thoughtful observations. 

I like your description as "ancient" because some of the trees in this area really are, and of course the shifting, ever swirling mist added that essential surreal kind of aura.

It was definately worth the drive, and even worth getting out of bed at 3.00 am on a very cold morning!

Best Regards

Alf

DAVID

Many Thanks for looking in and for your kind words. much appreciated!

Best Regards

Alf

MIKE M

Sincere Thanks for your thoughts and observations, much appreciated!

Not only did the thickness of the mist come and go, but the gradual appearnce of the sun made for different tones too. I don't think the scene stayed the same for more than 10 seconds at a time. The other remarkable thing, is that this mist was only present over something like a 2 mile radius, in fact at the other end of the lake, there was no mist at all.

Cheers Mike!

Alf

PIERRE

Many Thanks for your thoughts and kind words!

Best Regards

Alf

RUUD

Many Thanks for your interest and kind words, much appreciated!

Best Regards

Alf

JOSCELYN

Thank You so much!

Best Regards

Alf

JAMIE

Strangely, we seem to share the same taste and preferences in this series, I don't know who should be worried more, me or you? : - )

Many Thanks!

Alf

GIUSEPPE

Sincere Thanks for your thoughts and kind words.

I like your analogy of the image, "Sirens" could have been there in the wisps of fog that materialised and vanished before my eyes.

Best Regards

Alf

Hi Alf,

Large quality files can reveal much detail not shown in these smaller files.

The fact remains that a very good lens used properly, with a excellent sensor will provide

a level of definition that is often surprising.

In my career, I specialized in using the finest optics and sensors to resolve "the time on a watch" from an orbiting spacecraft !!!

Best Regards my friend, Mike

Breathtakingly beautiful, Alf! 

Alf-

I love your entire  "Vague Recollections" series. Tranquil, beautifully composed and a wonderful addition to any wall. 

Beautiful!

Soft, classic beauty, the reflections and the ripple detail are just terrific, kudos rek.

Stunning series.

Magnificent. It does not get any better.  If I want to encroach on your locations for these incredibly moody and romantic scenes I will have to plant an electronic device on your car and follow you. If '007' is available and not too old, perhaps he can assist me.  All the very best,

I agree, love the moody look.  Would likely be as impressive in B&W.  Your planning paid off.   You should be pleased with your latest results though I don't envy you your petrol (gas over here) bill.  :-)  Best, LM.

Hi Alf,

Beautiful foggy landscape. Almost colorless and very moody. I like the fact that the trees at the center are very sharp in contrast to the rest of the picture. Best regards Per.