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671 - Heavenly Pond
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671 - Heavenly Pond

by Gary Minish

Gallery: Weekly ChallengePosted February 7, 2015109 views5 comments
A pond on Thompson Pass, Alaska on a sunny but very foggy day. The fog was moving steadily across the pass and occasionally it would open up and let the sun and show a glimpse of the surrounding mountain peaks. I waited for one of those moments and shot this multiple exposure panorama as quickly as I could, before it closed up again.

I thought the quiet solitude of the scene would be appropriate for this challenge.

Viewing the large version is a necessity with this one because you can hardly see the small version. Even the large one doesn't work well for a panorama of this length.

Comments

5 comments
Comment posted by Roel Wijtmans on February 7, 2015 at 2:09 AM
As you say, even the large version doesn't do it justice, but the atmosphere is very clear anyway. Absolutely lovely light, mist and a bit of sun always is a great thing. Well done, very nice shot!
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Comment posted by Mark Seaver on February 7, 2015 at 9:31 AM
Sadly, this image is way too long and narrow to show well. The bit of brightness on the far shore and the hint of mountains through the fog are very intriguing. You've created a very pleasantly inviting image here, Gary, with a nice touch of mystery.
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Comment posted by Philip Hodgkins on February 7, 2015 at 11:29 AM
Larger, larger! I've stood at the very place, within a few feet. I'd love to be back there!
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Comment posted by Alberto Patiño on February 7, 2015 at 6:42 PM
I agree, one would need a very large monitor to fully appreciate this one. It is nevertheless possible to see the beautiful light that you got in it! :toast:
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Comment posted by Albert Darmo on February 8, 2015 at 6:49 PM
Hi Gary :wavey: Indeed a heavenly pond. The mood, light and are heavenly :smile: :wink: :toast:


Albert Darmo
Canada
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