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There’s something special about stumbling upon a hidden waterfall deep in the backcountry. No trail signs. No crowds. Just the sound of rushing water pulling you in.
As the afternoon sun filtered through the canyon, the falls exploded into a soft mist, scattering light in every direction. The walls around me seemed to glow. This is a quiet reminder of the magic that still lives off the beaten path.
My first sunset in the Dolomites 🌄
After a full day winding through fiery autumn forests and mirror-like lakes, I finally arrived at the iconic Passo Giau. And then this happened.
Standing here as the sky slowly shifted from gold to pink to deep blue, surrounded by these monumental peaks, I felt completely overwhelmed, in the best way possible. A mix of gratitude, awe, and disbelief that a place like this truly exists.
Silence, crisp air, and a landscape so vast it makes you feel small… yet incredibly alive.
One of those moments you don’t just see, you feel, and carry with you forever.
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The setting sun slowly disappeared behind the fog-covered hills, wrapping the valley in layers of gold and grey. The view from our homestay felt like a dream—soft mist, quiet light, and a calm that words can’t quite capture.
Following the light leads to magical scenes comprised of the most simple elements. Here diagonal sweeps of light and color and elements within the frame make for a dramatic scene in the most unlikely spot. An otherwise dark warehouse turns inviting. Warm and cool join the dance as patterns are born out of repetition. Strong verticals anchor the image and warm and cool hues offer energy. Urban fragments tell a fairly complete story.
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Oberhalb von Schmilka gibt es eine Felsenwelt, die zum Träumen und Verweilen einlädt. Wenn man hier zur richtigen Tageszeit entlang wandert, kann man einen schönen Blick auf den Rauschenstein erhaschen.
Gestern Abend habe ich mich mit dem Fahrrad auf dem Weg von Arbeit richtig beeilt und bin mit meinem Fotorucksack nochmal losgezogen. Ich wollte auch mal wieder Sonne tanken. Also spurtete ich in weniger als 30 Minuten vom Parkplatz hier hoch zu diesem schönen Ort. Und mit was für Licht ich belohnt wurde. Vor der untergehenden Sonne wirkte der Rauschenstein dann tatsächlich wie eine Krone, die Krone des Königs =).
Another day and another story on Ocean Beach. In the elements, three friends gather. They give perspective to the immense sea rolling in. The pale colors of the stormy day add to the atmosphere - make me feel like I"m there again.
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Once I knew I would be in St. John's this past weekend, I immediately checked the forecast, the tides, and the time of sunrise. All three were in my favor.
Come Saturday evening, the tides and sunrise remained the same with the exception of one hour time change. The forecast; cloudy with snow developing and 35 km winds. That's doable though not desirable.
I arrived 4:30 at Cape Spear to a slender ribbon of light on the horizon, no cloud, a sky full of stars and not enough wind to fan a candle's flame. I have not known such a calm on the Cape! The stillness was eerie.
I dressed for weather and grabbed my gear. Right, left. Right, left; counting the steps to the lighthouse. As always there were more distractions than steps and the shutter was warming up.
I got my shots but the conditions didn't last. By 9:00 I made my way off the Cape midst cloud, snow and wind.
These visits aren't always lengthy but they are always memorable.
"A silhouette bathed in golden sun rays, standing peacefully under the embrace of a timeless tree.""Lost in the golden embrace of nature, where shadows whisper stories and sunbeams weave dreams.
I scouted this location on December 19th, 2020, and returned the next afternoon with both film and digital cameras. I was given an early Christmas present with the fantastic scene that unfolded around me. Many different bird species use this area as a stopover going south for the winter. I have not received my film rolls back from developing. I find it hard to believe that any of those images will surpass this particular digital shot: especially considering the demanding dynamic range and color of this sunset scene. We shall see in the next few weeks when the film scans arrive.
Captured during a day of unsettled weather, this image focuses on the relationship between water, land, and atmosphere within the Upper Esk Valley. The River Esk flows through a rocky foreground, guiding the viewer’s eye into the heart of the valley where steep fells rise on either side beneath expansive cloud formations.
The photograph aims to convey both the scale and intimacy of the landscape. The dynamic cloud cover creates contrast and depth, while the stream provides movement and a sense of connection through the scene. Together, these elements highlight the rugged beauty and quiet solitude that define this lesser-travelled part of the Lake District.
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Rainy days can gift some magic when I take time to stop and explore. An old parking lot shares colorful shapes, old tire tracks and reflected light posts creating a nice series of patterns, lines and angles. It invites exploration.
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Experiencing dynamic weather in the rough terrains of Ladakh has been one of my favorite things in the visits done so far.
In this shot - Mountains full of manganese, a stream, some autumn colors in trees and that light in the far mountain ahead .. why I enjoy landscape photography so much :)
it's been a while since my last post and for my introduction a shot from guadalupe bridge last week. I am having hard time to take this shot if you know the place, this is along the EDSA highway in guadalupe where few people are passing by and not a good place to show your gear.
Embarking on an unforgettable journey to the rugged eastern tip of Madeira. ⛰️
The hike across Ponta de São Lourenço is easily one of the most breathtaking experiences on the island. No trees, just raw volcanic landscape, salt-spray air, and views that stretch on forever. It’s a bit of a trek, but every step is worth it for a view like this.
If you go, bring plenty of water and a windbreaker—the Atlantic breeze doesn’t play around! @Visit Madeira
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LARGE View On Black
As i promised a few weeks ago i've done one more gallery on Street Photography which i think is the best of the genre represented here on Flickr. Now in colour. Hope you enjoy those photos as much as i do.
You might think it is strange pic to introduce it but i am somehow in mono mood;-)LARGE View On Black
Night Storm
Beautiful light; wonderful shapes that repeat in a pattern; brilliant drama in color. All conspire to created a visual piece that calls for closer study. A single frame. No layers added. It is as shot with a color shift to deep red tones.
Shot at the same site as yesterday's post.
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Shot as Seen
A brilliant yellow line pierces the sky as it drapes itself across the horizontal plane. Mysterious - certainly not from the light fixture it crosses. A billowing cloud and light splashed sky add patterns and details to explore. Nice contrast in both tones and color values creating a bit of energy. Sometimes reflections are just too good to pass by.
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I caught this chasing the storm and the light yesterday. If you zoom in on the clouds you can see hundreds of birds in formation heading south. More photos like this can be found at www.benjaminfargendesigns.com/
Light plays just so. The shapes cast provide anchors and offset framing for the main characters lit with gorgeous rim light. Patterns abound adding visual interest to the simple scene. An extra - his elbow pointing my eye inward - adds a whimsical touch. Monochrome keeps it simple - it's all about shapes and tones and contrast. And the story.
www.roxanneoverton.com – where you will find more photography and information on my instructional and travel series photography books.