Cathedral Moon

Gallery: LandscapePosted May 14, 2014255 views8 comments

Last night was one of the few nights each year that the full moon can be see rising behind the spires of Cathedral Rock in Sedona, Arizona.
Nikon D600, 300mm f/4 @ f/8, 1/320sec, ISO 100.
Thank you for looking. Feel free to critique openly.

Comments

8 comments

Comment posted by Brian Schrayer on May 14, 2014 at 3:35 AM

Very nice, Doug. I like the strong, but not overpowering, light on the sandstone. The blue sky contrasts nicely with the orange sandstone. If I were to be really picky I would wish for some separation between the moon and the sandstone formation. But that's being really picky. Excellent work!!

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Comment posted by John Williams on May 14, 2014 at 4:48 AM

I too wish the moon was a little higher, but otherwise love how this comes together. Brightening the moon to improve its detail might be worth a try.

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Comment posted by gary phillips on May 14, 2014 at 5:06 PM

The colors that make up this comp are just right. I, too, would love to see the moon a bit higher. I like how understated this feels. Very peaceful

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Comment posted by R.Bill Moser on May 14, 2014 at 6:07 PM

Beautiful comp. Love the color.....I'd wish the moon is a bit hiogher in the sky, but that's just not a big deal here. Beautiful image as is

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Comment posted by Dan Kearl on May 15, 2014 at 12:08 AM

I would pump up the moon, I don't mind it touching, I just think brighter would look good.

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Comment posted by Grant Collier on May 15, 2014 at 8:00 AM

Great timing! I like this shot fine as is.

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Comment posted by Doug Koepsel on May 15, 2014 at 1:11 PM

Thank you for your feedback. I have other frames where the moon has risen and is no longer touching. I was thinking the slight overlap gave a mental connection between the earth and moon. and a little depth to the image. I will select the moon a try a little added brightness.

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Comment posted by Mark Seaver on May 16, 2014 at 4:24 AM

Excellent catch, Doug. The light on the rocks is great and the full moon a terrific addition. I do wonder why you didn't wait another 5 - 10 minutes for the moon to clear the rocks, which I see you did in your comment. This is beautiful as is.

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