Ndutu sunset

Commenting below on Paul's picture about preferring some sunset pictures if they were taken after the sun had already gone inspired me to drag this old favourite out of the files. It was taken at Ndutu in Tanzania in February 1991, at the end of the best day in the bush I have ever had. The day had started with wild dogs, continued with lions, and then a million wildebeeste (although I have to admit to stopping counting somewhere round about the 250 mark ).

This shot was taken whilst relaxing at the end of the day. It is a shame about the foliage on the extreme right of the picture not quite being all there, but I do recall a mess on the right of the frame that I wanted to keep out. The thought of being able to clone out such obstructions had not even occurred to me.

Technical details long since forgotten, but probably taken on an Olympus OM2n on Kodachrome.

David

Sunset images after the asun have set always have such amazing colours, and this one is no exception! Great silhouettes as well, a shame about the bit of brush on the right you mentioned but overall very pleasing!

I like the uprising storm cloud in the distance as it's picked out by the sunlight. The acacia is truly iconic of the African Savannah... Just longing to go back out there one-day.. Nice work David and happy memories I'm sure.

Brett

very nice image, which is helped by a good story linking it to memories
I guess more canvas could be added to all sides to increase the effect and isolate the tree, but it is also good in it's current result.

cheers
Nigel
www.nigelspencer.co.uk

I am no expert on landscapes but this is lovely and love the colour

An excellent, atmospheric image to bring back those treasured memories.

Very nice David, colours are great.

Such opportunities are an "excuse" to keep using the camera after the wildlife activity during the daytime has come to an end.

Cheers

Austin

Beautiful lighting David. Really makes one want to be there. Maybe someday