I've really enjoyed all the sunset shots lately, so I got out for a few minutes yesterday afternoon after watching how the clouds were starting to look pretty nice late in the day...a fitting end to Christmas vacation.
D2x, 24-70mm, f/8, single exposure (though I took several and may blend a couple together later)
Posted by Tom Kennon on January 5, 2009 at 2:54 PM
Bill, a fine representation of the the sunsets you mentioned. I am glad you took the effort to get one them.
Posted by Wayne Rhodus on January 5, 2009 at 3:34 PM
Bill, this is a really pleasing composition to view. I love the impact of the little "hook" in the nearby shoreline and the slight diagonals created by the water. Beautiful sky with the clouds leading you into the clear, colorful sunset. Well crafted image and indeed a fitting end to the holiday season!
Bill very nice, a lovely lake shot!! Waynes comments said it all the best. If I remember correctly you took another one maybe last year that I really liked also. What lake is this?
Great comp and silhouettes. We've been having some pretty nice sunsets here too lately but sadly I haven't been able to get away. Thanks for sharing this peaceful scene.
Posted by John Moore on January 6, 2009 at 12:55 AM
Great combination of lines and patterns Bill. I love the moodiness of this. Good job!
Thanks to all for the compliments. Gale - this shot was from the Horseshoe Bend area of Beaver Lake. I keep telling myself that I need to get on it more often. Several fishermen have told me about some really nice waterfall scenes during the spring. Of course, you need a boat and motor to get to them. If I would move all the crap off mine so I could get it out of my shop building, maybe I could find out...
Posted by Brad Mangas on January 6, 2009 at 11:42 AM
Sunsets this time of year just seem better to me for some reason, and this is fine example. Nicely done Bill. The addition of the shoreline elements makes for a pleasing comp.
Posted by Randy Wilson on January 6, 2009 at 5:50 PM
Beautifully structured cloud formations and subtle coloring, along with effective foreground silhouettes, all making for a gentle and serene sunset shot.
Posted by Aaron Szabo on January 6, 2009 at 11:20 PM
Great composition as usual! Bill- It was nice to see you the other day at Bedfords, and I hope the Nikon Rep. can answer the question about 32 degree minimum temps on the D3x... Maybe the body is filled with liquid to make it feel heavier, but if it's frozen it'll expand!!! HA! It looks like the 5D Mark II, Sony A900 and D700 operating temperatures are at 32 also. Sensor's love the cold though.
Aaron - I decided to just call Nikon and found that the D2x's operating temp is the same as the D3x (rather than the -12 F or so that we saw online - should've just checked my manual!). So the seemingly high minimum operating temp with the D3x is nothing new. Even though we all know that's a bunch of baloney (or is that bologna) and that the camera would not have a problem at temps MUCH lower than freezing, it does present some issues concerning the warranty, at least for me.
Posted by Ed Cooley on January 7, 2009 at 10:45 AM
Bill,
I am really glad someone got a picture of that sunset and yours is really good. The separation on the bush in the foreground is outstanding.
About the temps, I was pretty surprised that all MFG are totally whacked on operating temperatures. When I bought the Phase One back it had a low temp of 32 but their website had a picture of someone using it at -30 and someone else using it in a typhoon. Go figure...
Posted by Merle Cook on January 7, 2009 at 12:38 PM
Hey Bill - - I agree with all of the above comments, Except about the Nikon - I shoot Canon - but I don't have that much info about it either. Nice shot to end the year with.
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14 repliesD2x, 24-70mm, f/8, single exposure (though I took several and may blend a couple together later)
I am really glad someone got a picture of that sunset and yours is really good. The separation on the bush in the foreground is outstanding.
About the temps, I was pretty surprised that all MFG are totally whacked on operating temperatures. When I bought the Phase One back it had a low temp of 32 but their website had a picture of someone using it at -30 and someone else using it in a typhoon. Go figure...