Look Closer
Sunset 3
Posted by Viewfinder (Bradenton, FL, United States) on 22 August 2007 in Landscape & Rural and Portfolio.
Change of pace. Looking through a light screen of sea oats on the dune, here's a cooler, more restful sunset, showing some of the last light of the day. There is a soft covering of high clouds, which accounts for the overall bluer tones. A great sky for meditating and quiet moods.
My aim with this series to offer you a peek at just a few of the many moods of sunset in these parts of the Florida west (Gulf) coast.
@tyan: Well m'lady, this is a most kind thing to tell me so early in the day (over here anyway)... Thank you tyan. Have a tranquil day or night... it's just shy of 8 am here -- wondering how many hours ahead is Singapore from US Eastern Daylight time? UPDATE: Ah, I googled up a time-zone converter and it indicates you are ahead by 12 hours. 8am here equals 9pm in Singapore. Is that right?
ColNed Pictures from Amersfoort, Netherlands
Indeed very nice sky for meditation.... great shot !
22 Aug 2007 7:12am
@ColNed Pictures: Sometimes these are my favorite kinds of sunsets; the harlequin riots are visually exciting, but these are truly restful for the soul.
FrannyC from NewYork, United States
Peaceful and calm, that's the mood of this shot. Thank You.
22 Aug 2007 8:42am
@FrannyC: You are welcome. And thank you for stopping by and leaving such a nice assessment.
Sriram from Chennai, India
Nice series of serene images.... Does linger for long!
Great job!
22 Aug 2007 8:51am
@Sriram: Thank you.
@Saed: Thanks Saed. Have a great day and evening.
Rebel Streetshooter from Big Apple - NYC, United States
Nice one VF. It evokes a word...tranquil.
22 Aug 2007 11:40am
@Rebel Streetshooter: Thank you Rebel. And here's to a nice, tranquil day for you (and me)...
@Andrew Gould: Glad you stopped by today Andrew. And thanks for the affirming words.
@Nick Passantino: thank you Nick.
@Lorraine: Gotta say it -- this is a beautiful compliment. Thank you Lorraine.
Brian from United States
Very nice! There are lots of fiery sunsets--this is a good reminder that tranquil sunsets can be even more impressive.
22 Aug 2007 2:35pm
@Brian: Thanks Brian. But you da man today; over at your place, your Captiva sunset really rocks.
@Josh: Peaceful is something the world is finding to be in short supply. Glad you found a bit of it in this image.
Ian Bramham from Manchester, United Kingdom
I agree with the others that it is really great to come across such a serene peaceful photo - congratulations.
22 Aug 2007 3:34pm
@Ian Bramham: Thank you Ian, I appreciate your kind remarks.
Wolfgang Prigge from Granby, Canada
You reached your objetive, that's for shure! With your selection of sunsets you reminded us of the endless variety of them! Thanks!
22 Aug 2007 3:48pm
@Wolfgang Prigge: Thank you. Best thing is sunsets are free. Isn't great nobody has figured out a way to charge us to look?
Lost Valley from Kamloops, Canada
Fantastic Viewfinder! I like the gentleness of the photo :-)
22 Aug 2007 4:16pm
@Lost Valley: You're very kind; I am happy this one is pleasing.
Rebecca from Leicester, United Kingdom
Wonderfully soothing, Perfect for a quiet retreat.
22 Aug 2007 4:39pm
@Rebecca: Glad you like this one. Have a peaceful, soothing day and evening.
See The Light from Newcastle, United States
Nice mood, Beautiful shot, and colors.
22 Aug 2007 7:13pm
@See The Light: Thank you, STL.
@Markus: Thank you Markus.
Richard_Irwin from Belper, United Kingdom
I like the mix of the cool blue light and the sinking sliver of orange sunset, nice one.
22 Aug 2007 9:53pm
@Richard_Irwin: What you're describing was something that really caught my eye and made this sunset a cut above some others. Thanks for the observations.
@Laurie: Thanks Laurie. On your 8/21 shot of the romantic couple on the end of the pier, you pointed out that the darker area in what would have been a sky space was actually mountains. Looking at it more carefully, I can almost see that. That's an amazing place, it must be truly beautiful to see the whole thing all around you.
MaryB from Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Another beautiful capture! I love this series so very calming to look at, at the end of a busy day. thank you VF.
Natures paint box contains beautiful colours :)
22 Aug 2007 10:58pm
@MaryB: Glad this is a good series for you. It makes me happy that you and others are enjoying these sunsets as much as I did when I snapped the shutter.
Michael Keith from Toccoa, United States
Lovely color. Awesome moment caught...just before the sun disappears! Liking the series very much.
23 Aug 2007 1:30am
@Michael Keith: Am very glad this series has been pleasing. Thanks for your kind words.
Walt from Scarborough, Canada
Very nice - I like the little bit of pink in the blue...
23 Aug 2007 1:37am
@Walt: It's nice the way that pink sort of peeks out from between the blue clouds. Thanks for coming by and leaving your comments. Much appreciation.
amy from Rocky Mountain House, Canada
I've missed some great shots Viewfinder!!! (been gone again and still trying to catch up) And this one is calming and serene. Very well taken!!!
23 Aug 2007 2:35am
@amy: Welcome back Amy. You missed these, but you've left some great ones of your time at the lake for us all to enjoy. Glad you're here and soaking some of this in. Thanks for the kind words.
@Dawn Sutherland: Enjoy... and thanks for stopping over again, Dawn. Always glad when you're around.
@beach: Thanks beach. I'm happy you like this one.
Nikon D50
1/200 second
F/4.5
202 mm (35mm equiv.)