Dawn of Time

Sunlight sears across the Spring growth around the Old Man of Storr and throws him and his cousins into near silhouette. I lovw this type of light despite its close axis to the sun. The grass literally fluoresces with extraordinary intensity while the moisture in the background creates softly detailed apricot hues in the background.

Pentax 67II, 55-100 zoom, 0.9ND grad on diagonal to abut line of cliffs and gradient. F22 at 1/8 sec, Velvia.

Thats a beauty, what a wonderful landscape and as you say incredible light. When it happens up there it REALLY happens doesn't it. Great shot

Paul

A view I know and love, great shot, makes my heart sing does that

Very nice.
As you say it throws the Old Man into almost sillouette, but you've nailed the exposure to give plenty detail there.
Do you need the foreground boulder? Or would it be a stronger shot cropping above it?

John

Some great lines in this composition. The gradual change of tones from top left to bottom right are beautifully orchestrated. The subtle and harmonious colours, the sympathetic lighting, make this a beautiful portrayal of an outstanding scene.

beautiful, looks like some sort of mythical landscape

something from middle earth i'm sure. stunning and very well taken.

mark

Simply beautiful light and colours, Tristan

Very pleasing scene and great light. I just wonder if the wall on the right isn't a bit heavy for the Old Man?

Cheers,
Marko