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The opportunities for mountain portraits were just everywhere on Baffin Island. So many of these scenes came and went, and I was more than happy to catch as many of them as I could!
A quiet autumn afternoon in the Niepołomice Forest area, where birch trees glow in warm sunlight and the moon gently rises above drifting clouds. The path through the tall grass leads into the calm of nature — a perfect moment between light and stillness.
When I am at work in my little studio my Iphone gently fills the room with music. U2 is my favourite band so I thought lets capture this moment. I didn't use a flash I used the light from a small window.
This moody portrait was captured by photographer Gary Asheton, lit with a Fotodiox 12" X 84" strip softbox mounted on his Paul C Buff UtraZap 800. Click here to learn more about our softboxes: bit.ly/2F45C9r
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A patch of very strong sunshine on Revelin Farm, Newbiggin, Teesdale. Taken on a blustery New Year's Day 2023 in dramatic lighting conditions.
Winter Light Over the Lofoten Fjords
Description
A cinematic winter journey through the dramatic coastal landscapes of the Lofoten Islands, where snow-covered mountains rise sharply above deep Arctic fjords, quiet fishing villages, wooden piers, red cabins, icy roads, and reflective waters. The collection captures the raw beauty of the Norwegian north at golden hour, blending warm sunset light with cold blue shadows, stormy clouds, rugged peaks, frozen shorelines, and traditional Nordic architecture.
These images evoke a sense of remote wilderness, silence, maritime heritage, and arctic solitude, combining panoramic mountain views, intimate harbor scenes, coastal cabins, snowy beaches, glassy fjord reflections, and dramatic northern skies. The visual atmosphere is peaceful yet powerful, with strong contrasts between the warmth of wooden houses and the austere grandeur of the surrounding winter landscape.
The images have been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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A vivid rainbow forms over Howgill Farm in the Hudeshope, near Middleton in Teesdale. Taken from Snaisgill.
Cornish sunset spilling its light across the sands outside Merlin’s Cave at Tintagel. The waves rolled in with a golden shimmer while the cliffs framed the scene in shadow. Captured on my Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — proof that sometimes the best moments don’t need a DSLR, just the right light and a bit of patience.
Sunset afterglow ~ Florida Everglades U.S.A.
Spring 2015 ~ South Florida ~ Palm Beach County
(four more photos of this night in the comments)
Seems to have been scattered light AND birds!
Golden reflection on water as smooth as glass.
Sunset ~ grackles ~ South Florida U.S.A.
Baca Raton, Florida ~ Florida Everglades
(four more photos in the comments)
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Every sunset is different, because every day; sun is different, clouds
are different, space is different, reflections are different....mountains
are different, fogs are different, and above all, we are different.
― Mehmet Murat ildan
A powerful summer storm builds over the Oslofjord and advances toward Tønsberg, captured from a rooftop perspective in the city center. Layers of towering cumulonimbus clouds stretch across the sky, forming a dramatic shelf of dark textures and shifting light. The contrast between the calm greenery below and the turbulent atmosphere above reveals the ambivalence of Norwegian summer weather—where calm and chaos can coexist within minutes. In the distance, heavy precipitation curtains fade into the horizon, signaling lightning, thunder, and incoming rain sweeping inland from the fjord.
Fun fact: Shelf clouds like this often form at the leading edge of a thunderstorm, where cooler outflow air meets warm, humid air—creating dramatic, low-hanging cloud formations that can stretch for many kilometers.
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The County Bridge and castle ruins, Barnard Castle, in dramatic light during an extremely brief burst of strong sunshine on a day of heavy squally showers.
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Jeddah - Jiddah - Jidda - Jedda (Arabic: جدّة Ǧiddah) is a Saudi Arabian city located on the coast of the Red Sea and is the major urban center of western Saudi Arabia. It is the largest city in Makkah Province, and the second largest city in Saudi Arabia after the capital city, Riyadh. The population of the city currently stands at over 3.4 million. It is considered the commercial capital of Saudi Arabia and the wealthiest city in the Middle East and western Asia. Jeddah is the principal gateway to Mecca, Islam's holiest city, which able-bodied Muslims are required to visit at least once in a lifetime.
Floating Mosque in Jeddah is one of the most loved and visited sightseeing spots in the city of Jeddah. Jeddah is a classic mix of ancient with modern which is finely evident in its majestic architectures and buildings. The location of Jeddah on the coast of the Red Sea and the beaches subsequently formed makes it a favored travel destination of the tourists.Floating Mosque in Jeddah is one of the sacred sites in the city. The mosque is placed just next to the Red Sea which gives the impression that the mosque is floating in water. It is henceforth named the Floating Mosque. Due to the shimmering white color of the mosque it is also referred as the White Mosque. The mosque is located close to the center of Jeddah. The interior of the mosque is beautifully decorated. The mosque has all the modern facilities like the latest technology based sound systems. For the winter season the mosque also has the provision of hot shower. The Floating Mosque at Jeddah is a landmark of the city and is frequented by numerous tourists round the year from across the world. Floating Mosque in Jeddah bears testimony of the religion of Islam in Saudi Arabia. It is one of the marvelous sacred destinations in Jeddah. The architectural beauty with the huge decorated prayer space and the elegant rooftop gives a unique semblance to the mosque. A soothing ambiance is created inside the mosque. The serene ambiance in the interior of the mosque helps in meditating during the prayer. Not only the Muslims but people from all religions across the globe make it a point to visit the Floating Mosque in Jeddah at least once during their stay at the city.
Camera Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II; Lens: EF17-40mm f/4L USM; Focal length: 21.00 mm; Aperture: 22; Exposure time: 20.0 s; ISO: 100
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Shot way back in March, I felt that I'd not only rushed this shot, but also that it didn't quite fit into my "style" and disregarded it.
Looking back over my catalogue today whilst choosing photo's for my promotional cards I re-discovered this one and decided to process it.
This has definitely made me consider doing my "big vista" shots in the in future...we'll see.
Three oriental lilies caught at full extension — their petals flung open in a moment of unapologetic colour.
The magenta edges flare into the light, creating a tension between softness and intensity.
I wanted the photograph to feel immediate — almost electric — as if the colour itself were the subject. The contrast between the velvety pink and the dark backdrop creates that “shock”: a sudden, vivid interruption of shadow by life at its most expressive stage.
A simple still life, but one that refuses to be quiet.
En la inmensidad del Mar Cantábrico, el Faro de la Isla de Mouro se alza como un bastión eterno contra la furia de los elementos. A sus pies, una pequeña trainera desafía la escala de la naturaleza, navegando sobre un manto esmeralda que separa la calma de la tormenta.
In the vastness of the Cantabrian Sea, the Mouro Island Lighthouse rises as an eternal bastion against the fury of the elements. At its feet, a small traditional "trainera" challenges the sheer scale of nature, navigating an emerald expanse that divides the calm from the storm.
POR FAVOR
-No pongas gifs animados, logos o premios (awards) en tu comentario.
-No me envíes invitaciones a grupos donde exista la obligación de comentar o premiar fotos, ni a aquellos donde existe un comentario preformateado con el logo del grupo.
A cambio te animo a que hagas tus comentario críticos sobre mi fotografía, pero con respeto, porque solo así puedo seguir avanzando como fotógrafo. Gracias!
the narrow street becomes a river of light, flowing between walls of shadow, carrying a silent procession of two — one hidden, one revealed — drifting together through the quiet heartbeat of the city.
Observing this macaque in a quiet moment of rest, I was struck by the profound sense of contemplation in its posture and expression. There's something deeply moving about the way these intelligent primates pause and seem to reflect, sitting with such dignity and grace that speaks to our shared evolutionary heritage.
I chose dramatic black and white lighting to emphasize the sculptural beauty of this remarkable face and body language, creating an intimate portrait that transcends the typical wildlife photograph. The monochrome approach strips away distractions, focusing entirely on the character and emotion visible in this peaceful moment.
What captivated me was the universal quality of this contemplative pose - that sense of quiet reflection that we recognize across species boundaries. This macaque's serene composure reminded me of the complex inner lives these remarkable creatures possess, often hidden behind the bustle of their social interactions.
My intention was to capture more than just a wildlife photograph, but rather a portrait that reveals the individual personality and emotional depth of this remarkable animal, hoping to inspire greater appreciation for the thoughtful, sentient beings that share our world.
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A short break in the dense cloud cover allows very strong sunshine to floodlight Low Force Waterfall, swollen after a very wet day previously.
Low-angle view of the iconic basalt columns during a brief break in the clouds, Devil's Tower National Monument, Wyoming.
Portrait of the first yellow crocus that appeared this spring. After the long Chicago winter, so thankful for the assurance that color returns!
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Autumn tints and dramatic strong sunshine as the dark low cloud clears in this view across to Holwick.
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Some brief watery sunshine illuminates this crop of Sunflowers being grown for bird seed before a thundery shower moves in. A touch of autumn tints beginning to form in the background
Beautiful photo of an engagement ring on a rock on the East Coast of Canada at Sunset. Location is "The Polar Bear" in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.
Lighting info:
Paul Buff Alien bee b1600 with Fotodiox Pro 5 ft Octabox powered by Paul Buff Vegabond Mini Battery and triggered with Pixel King Pro triggers.
A fleeting alignment, turning an ordinary sunset into something almost surreal.
📍 Aveiro, Portugal
📅 April 2026
📷 Canon R8 + RF 100-400mm
The sun doesn’t fall.
It melts into the ocean… slowly, quietly, like it’s meant to be there.
📍 Praia da Parede, Portugal
📅 Feb 2026
📷 Canon R8 + RF 100-400mm
barcelona. late morning. the winter sun is hard. it cuts the pavement like a knife. two men sit at a table. they talk. they laugh. for a moment, the world consists only of this conversation. a pigeon walks across the stone. it steps into the light. it lingers there. soon the shadow will swallow it again. life takes place in the bright spots. the rest is darkness.