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A photographer taking photos at a geothermal spring in Rotorua, New Zealand.
It was a majestic yet foul-smelling place due to the sulfur in the vapors.
A breathtaking aerial shot of the geothermal area at Námaskarð, Iceland. The surreal mix of colors and patterns showcases the planet's untamed energy, with mineral deposits and steam vents forming a mesmerizing natural artwork.
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Uno scatto aereo mozzafiato della zona geotermica di Námaskarð, in Islanda. Il mix surreale di colori e motivi mette in mostra l'energia selvaggia del pianeta, con depositi minerali e bocche di vapore che formano un'opera d'arte naturale.
Just finished my first e-book, an e-book about the highlands of Iceland: www.svenbroeckx.com/ebooks/
Almost 40 photo spots will be shown in this e-book. So don't hesitate to buy this e-book if you want to travel in the Highlands of Iceland or the Fjallabak Nature reserve!
Note : This picture is not taken in the Highlands, this is taken near the coastline!
The crazy amount of tiny geothermal relic pebbles in the drainage are best viewed Large On Black.
Something about the lighting and this little drainage making its way through sinter deposits really fascinating me when we were last at Yellowstone National Park. I'm still not sure what I think of the result here-- a part of me really likes it and a part of me gives it a big meh. I decided to post this after all the time I spent in post with it last night and because I'm curious as to your thoughts.
Happy Friday!
we were here with minimal crowds, but it was still a lot of people -- i have a hard time imagining it at the height of summer...
The boiling mud pots of the Námafjall or Hverir geothermal area near Mývatn Lake in northern Iceland formed when groundwater seeped down to magma intrusions where it was converted into acidic steam and fumerole gas.
This is Pumpkin Spring at about River Mile 212.5. We did not stop on this trip. Pumpkin Spring is a natural hot spring that has formed this incredible pool with its orange travertine wall resembling a pumpkin.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pumpkin_Spring
Pumpkin Spring is a geothermal heated mineral water hot spring located in the Grand Canyon in Arizona.
The spring gets its name due to the bright orange mineral and organic deposits that have accumulated on the flowstone, giving it the appearance of a huge pumpkin.[1] At the surface, the spring morphology is a mineralized carbonate mound-form.[2] The spring water emerges from within the pool which is surrounded by a travertine that has formed around the source. The water flows over the left bank lip of the mound down to the river at the upstream end of pool into the downstream side of the river.[3]
The hot spring water has a mineral content that includes high levels of arsenic (1100 mg per 1 liter of water), as well as zinc, lead, and copper.[1] The temperature of the water emerges at 23°C, at a rate of 200 milliliters per second, and has a Ph of 7.0.[4]
I went on a non-motorized Raft trip down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon with Arizona Raft Adventures from May 16 through May 31. Four Oar rafts, a Dory, and a paddle raft.
AZRA has perfected Colorado River / Grand Canyon rafting. The guides were great, the food was great. Other than the weather, the experience was great.
I went with the idea that this was not a photo adventure. I was going to enjoy the experience and the ride. So I don't have photos of our put in at Lee's Ferry. But you know that you can't get that photo bug out of your system. I did not take my good cameras. This is a nice little Olympus TG-5. Everything takes a beating on a trip like this. It came out a little worse for wear but held up like a champion. On a trip like this you get sand in places you never knew you had places.
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The Gunnuhver geothermal field located to the SW of Reykjavik, Iceland, on the Reykjanes peninsula, made for an interesting visit with its complex of plants designed to recover the geothermal energy for man's use. A geothermal plant can be seen in the background. The area is dotted with abandoned geothermal wells such as the large one photographed here, geysers, steaming fumaroles and boiling mud pools. The area is located along the geologically active North Atlantic Rift, where the North American and Eurasian Tectonic plates meet.
Atop Mammoth Hot Springs, this image was all about catching the clouds moving over this wonderfully lit landscape of color and patters. The lighting then was really bringing out the textures there in the deposited minerals.
When I framed this shot up I was concentrating on the foreground elements and then aligned the small waterfall at the edge of the geothermal landscape at the upper left 1/3 point ... and at the time did not realize how close the trees there were to the edge of the frame. As this ended up in a spot of the sky without clouds, I think it fills in okay, but not sure if I really care for the trees being that close to the edge. Opinions appreciated.
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Although not as extensive as Yellowstone National Park in the US, Iceland offers up some excellent geothermal features for photography. This particular geothermal field is in north Iceland and is one of my favorite spots in the country and the cold winter conditions on this particular day brought a lot of dramatic steam.
This photo is also the cover of my new ebook portfolio of black and white images, which you can find at www.naturephotoguides.com/ebooks if you would like to learn more.
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Hveravellir is a unique nature reserve situated on the Kjolur mountain road in Iceland. At Hveravellir there are hot springs and a geothermal hot pool.
Geothermal area in Iceland.
It seems strange converting such a colourful place into a black and white photo, but the weather wasn't in my favour when I visted and I had discarded the photo until I tried converting it into black and white.
Thank you for viewing and for any comments.
Hverir, Iceland 2013
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Krýsuvík Geothermal Area
Not too far from the centre of Hafnarfjörður rest the remarkable solfatara fields of Krýsuvík, where you’ll discover an expanse of steaming volcanic vents and boiling hot springs, framed dramatically by a range of multi-coloured hills.
A well-maintained boardwalk winds through the bubbling and hissing Seltún geothermal area, with informative signage explaining all the important geological facts. The massive solfatara steaming away on the hilltop is a tempting attraction, even for those with tired legs, and the spectacular view of the surrounding area is well worth the extra legwork. As a short side-trip, you can also explore the coastline, where you’ll discover the stunning cliffs of Krýsuvíkurbjarg—an area renowned for its rich birdlife.
Besides the mud pools and sulphur deposits, you'll find wildly colourful crater lakes. The Grænavatn, Gestsstaðavatn, and Augun lakes are old explosion craters formed by volcanic eruptions. Grænavatn Lake, 46 meters (150 feet) at its deepest, glows with a deep green hue and is coloured so because of the presence of thermal algae and crystals that absorb the sun's rays. Gestsstaðavatn Lake draws its name from Gestsstaðir, a nearby farm, abandoned during the Middle Ages. On either side of the main road are two small adjacent lakes, called Augun (the eyes).
Just a few minutes' drive from the surreal landscape of the geothermal area sits the stunning Krýsuvíkurberg Cliffs. Here, thousands of seabirds nest in the rugged hillside beside the crashing surf of the Atlantic Ocean. For a peaceful jaunt, hike along the trail to the edge of the cliffs where it's possible to spot kittiwakes, guillemots, razorbills, and other birds as they dive into the sea to feed or frolic with their flock.
The Krafla Power Station in Iceland showcases the intersection of engineering and nature. Surrounded by snow-covered hills, this geothermal plant highlights Iceland’s sustainable approach to energy. The image captures the steaming pipes that deliver geothermal power, blending seamlessly with the rugged and icy landscape.
Traduzione in italiano:
La centrale geotermica di Krafla in Islanda rappresenta l'incontro tra ingegneria e natura. Circondata da colline innevate, questa centrale evidenzia l'approccio sostenibile dell'Islanda all'energia. L'immagine ritrae i tubi fumanti che trasportano energia geotermica, fondendosi armoniosamente con il paesaggio aspro e ghiacciato.
Like Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, USA, Wai-O-Tapu, New Zealand is chock full of geothermal and volcanic features.