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St. Mary's Lake under moonlight

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Posted by Paul Wegemann on August 22, 2008 at 11:24 PM
St. Mary's Lake under moonlight
Just got back from a road trip to Washington. We stopped in Glacier, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton on the way back. I slept in the car right at the overlook to get this shot. I was hoping to catch the peaks illuminated by moonlight. The reflection was an unexpected bonus. I'm glad I shot this as absolutely nothing happened with the sunrise that morning. This was my first real trip to Glacier and it was way too short. Hot too. It was 95 degrees the day we arrived. Very minimal post processing on this one.
Thanks for any comments.
Paul
40D, 17-40L, 47 seconds at ISO 200
Posted by Don Grall on August 23, 2008 at 12:54 AM
This is really neat, love the highlight on the left shore. What moon phase did you have?
Posted by Mark Stahlke on August 23, 2008 at 1:54 AM
Very nice! That hint of warmth in the water is the perfect touch.

Cheers,
Posted by Kalin Wilson on August 23, 2008 at 11:24 AM
Cool! in many ways. The reflection is a nice capture.
Posted by Bob Dent on August 23, 2008 at 12:45 PM
I really like this, Paul! A unique take on this view. The subtle reflection is great and I love all the blues. Very nice.
Posted by Paul Wegemann on August 23, 2008 at 10:57 PM
Thanks guys. Don, the moon was between half and 3/4 full and was straight above the peaks on the left side.
Posted by Jesse Speer on August 24, 2008 at 1:23 PM
The warm glow is very nice Paul. The oppressive heat is finally easing up a bit here. Finally!
Posted by Dan Walters on August 24, 2008 at 7:26 PM
Awesome shot! Love the colors.
Posted by Jack Brauer on August 25, 2008 at 1:45 PM
Nice one! I really like the purply colors and the atmospheric layers of mountains.