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American Basin Question

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Posted by Joseph Rossbach on June 25, 2009 at 9:16 AM
Hey guys and gals,

In your in opinion, is American Basin a sunrise or sunset shoot? Or both?

Thanks,
Joe

I am sure I will have a few more questions before its over. Thanks for all the help. You guys are great! :wavey:
Posted by John Mumaw on June 25, 2009 at 9:38 AM
Best at sunrise when the sun lights up Handies Peak, but good all day long.
Posted by Joseph Rossbach on June 25, 2009 at 9:45 AM
Thanks John! That's what I was thinking

Joe :toast:
Posted by Tien-Chien Chen on June 25, 2009 at 12:44 PM
Joe, both sunrise and sunset are good at this location in my opinion. see http://www.flickr.com/photos/journeywithlight/1056176373 for a sunset example taken a few years back.
Posted by Joseph Rossbach on June 25, 2009 at 12:51 PM
WOW, wonderful shot Tien! Thanks for the great beta man. Joe
Posted by Todd Caudle on June 25, 2009 at 3:09 PM
Actually, at sunrise Handies Peak is casting a massive shadow across American Basin, since it comprises the eastern wall of the basin. This time of year, when the sun is north of east/west at sunrise/sunset, either will work, as it lights up the American Basin crags that head the southern end of the basin. There's less wind in the morning, but usually more interesting clouds in the afternoon, generally speaking.
Posted by Joseph Rossbach on June 25, 2009 at 3:47 PM
Hey Todd, would you mind if I contacted you directly with a few questions to get your sage like advice on some areas that I will be shooting in Colorado this summer.

Joe