Photographer's Note
Intimate Grandeur. This was taken in a rarely visited side valley off trail in the Everest region of Nepal. I used a 3 stop neutral density filter to even the exposure between the lake and the reflection. The glow on the peaks is reflected from the brightly lit horizon after sunset.
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tam3rd
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(217) 2008-01-03 13:09
wow! this is like a postcard.... i like the stillness of the water.......which makes it possible for a perfect reflection..
barni
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(15751) 2008-01-03 13:13
Hello Michael
It's a incredible mountain view.
Congratulation.
Christophe
kaustubh10
(182) 2008-01-03 13:14
Hi Michael,
Very beautiful picture! I'm amazed at the clarity and depth, the rocks in the water in the foreground give a nice effect. Well done!
Kaustubh
rchristiansmith
(228) 2008-01-03 13:17
I'm not a fan of graduated ND filters due to their 'unnatural' look, but your image is quite striking. Its clarity helps explain why all revelations in history and literature take place on mountaintops. Thanks for bringing me to the magical place.
gneufeld
(15890) 2008-01-03 13:22
Hi Michael,
This is a stunning view with amazing light control and wonderful reflections. I just read the book entitled, "Into thin Air", a record of the disastrous 1996 Everest climbing season during which there was much loss of life on Everest - a disturbing but excellent read. TFS. Gerald
mesutilgim
(0) 2008-01-03 13:31
Hi Michael,
Wonderfull capture, great effect. Very nice reflections and perfect compo. Amazing warm colors. A capture full of serenity.
TFS and best regards
MESUT ILGIM
Daviiidos (98) 2008-01-03 14:11
very nice picture, but I miss something at the bottom of the composition sticking out of the water, in that case it would be perfect, one point absolutely deserved:-)
tehanu_f
(6896) 2008-01-03 14:55
Wow! I didn't even know that there is a lake in that region. The clarity is amazing. Is that the fog or a cloud beneath the mountain?
Congrats.
Fusun
atlantida
(2323) 2008-01-03 14:57
Yeah, maybe a shark sticking out of the water, yeah, that would be nice to complete the scene:)))
I really do know that it's not so common to see so perfect and so still reflection in nature, but for the next time, please get the shark:)))
2 points absolutely deserved.
Gordana
Wahclellaspirit
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(4125) 2008-01-03 17:28
Hello Michael, A great capture and use of the correct ND Filter. Perfect composition, Well done...
Steve
Gargouille
(160) 2008-01-03 17:44
This is picture perfect. Thanks for the information about the filter. This effect is really grandiose! Wonderfull!
Gen
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(56) 2008-01-03 22:25
Halo Michael. Whole Your Nepal and Chinesse Series makes me wow! Your works are brillant in sharpness and the light quality. Big request. I am thinking about the travel to India and Nepal next Year. Could You let me know where this shot was taken exactly?. Regards. Mac.
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(2113) 2008-01-03 22:50
Hi Michael,
Wow....this is an absolutely suoperb image with such clarity and appeal. The composition and subject is simple but so effective, and the reflection in the still lake seems as perfectly clear as the real thing. Very well done.
Cheers Grant
jjcordier
(79299) 2008-01-03 23:24
Une photo d'une beauté à couper le souffle! Grandiose!
Amicalement
JJ
smarcell
(19965) 2008-01-03 23:47
An excellent picture with a great mood.
The perfect reflection of the mountains (Ama Dablan ?) on the lake is very beautiful.
Is this the Gokyo lakes area ? I don't think so. Maybe a detour near the italian CNR glass pyramid ?
I have been to Khumbu valley years ago, and it is still in my heart.
Regards Stefano
jorgi
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(3810) 2008-01-04 0:45
Hi Michael,
excellent shot. Composition is superb and it is a perfect choice to give us detail of stones in the water. Absolutely magnificent. And thank you for the note. It is very useful for me as a beginer in the world of filters and lenses.
Best regards,
Jeri
:) tommorrow, I'm affraid I ran out for tonight.
guillaumejm
(0) 2008-01-04 1:08
Hello michael
what a gorgeous picture!. Reflect are even more beautiful than reality. So beautiful light and great sky colour.
incredible depth and perfect sharpness even in the distance.
Best regatrds and best wishes for the new year 2008.
JMarc
Henryk_Bilor
(20803) 2008-01-04 2:31
Hi Michael
Excellent composition with the reflection in the lake and stones in the foreground. Great light.
Regards
Butterflyka
(518) 2008-01-04 3:24
Hi Michael
Imazing shot!Reflections are excellent.Great sharpness and clarity.Wonderful colors and contrast.
Regards
Karina
macondo
(20449) 2008-01-04 3:28
A magnificent landscape shot, a very fine example of its type. The reflection is amazing, of course, and the details below the water make the foreground interesting. The ND filter has worked a marvel here. Wonderful light on the snow and the sky tones are fantastic.
A wonderful photo.
Regards,
Andrew
rgarrigus
(0) 2008-01-04 7:52
Hi Michael,
How have I missed you on here up to now?!?!? This photo, like many of your other images, is fantastic and the detail and clarity is exemplary. You really get it when it comes to keeping your images simple and this is not exception. The composition of the mountains and reflection along with the subtle foreground are outstanding. This photo did not need an obvious near/far construct for context. At first I thought you must be doing large format by the detail but then I saw the camera. 22MP mate! Put to good use here. Very impressive and a standard I aspire to achieve.
Cheers!
Bob G.
romanaa
(8310) 2008-01-04 11:55
Hello,
incredible picture. I like that the reflection changes into transprent water. Amazing job.
Best wishes
Romana
ceky
(2592) 2008-01-04 13:20
Hi Michael
Looks like Ama Dablam shot from a pov a bit south-west of Lobuche... Isn't it ?
Congratulations for this nice composition !
Georges
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(344) 2008-01-06 4:28
Hi Michael
Your are truly in your best element photographing scenic views. They are breathtaking master pieces with superb clarity and colours.
Cheers / Steven
kiks
(12805) 2008-01-06 6:02
Hi Michael, amazing result you get. The colours are just lovely and composition using the reflections and the underwater rocks add even more levels to the image. Congratulations
and TFS
KIKs
ViktorVaughn
(1525) 2008-01-06 21:59
Many comments have already been placed on this photo. So can't really add any critiques, just a stunning shot. So crisp are the peaks of the mountains.
Regards,
David
maglex
(1980) 2008-01-07 2:17
Oh my oh my, this is even better than the your most recent (although I think both belong to the best shots :>)...great penetration of the rocks beneath the lake!
TFS! maglex
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(68) 2008-01-11 2:07
this one is, also spectacular, technically accomplished, i like the soft light and the wonderful reflection,it's so peaceful.
best regards
didier
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(406) 2008-01-15 3:06
Hi Michael.
I am spellbound looking at this picture. Needless to say, it is perfect! Thanks for sharing and a happy new year
- Pradeep
BoisBarb
(10369) 2008-01-16 9:12
Instant magique! superbe reflexion sur ce miroir d'eau glacée...
BoisBarb
patdeph
(35750) 2008-03-12 3:21
hello Mickael
you have done here a great,great picture!Waow!!!Difficult to say what I like!The light,the colours,the clarity of the water,the frame???Spectacular!I put it in my favorites,and congratulations for your whole gallery!
Have a nice day.
Pascale
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(148) 2008-03-17 17:42
Respect...
Thanks to bring us some magical shots like this one...
Seb82
(2467) 2008-05-04 6:25
Que faire à part s'incliner face à un tel chef d'oeuvre... on se dit simplement que certains sont dotés de talents hors du commun
Bravo!
SeB
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(3968) 2008-06-04 14:00 [Comment]
XavierJamonet
(2213) 2008-06-24 14:47
Magnifique!
A wonderfull shot... you're a master in mountain landscape photography.
I admire your work. Thanks for it!
Xavier
leo61
(0) 2008-08-31 13:20
Hi Michael!
A fantastic shot and a perfect mirror.I like the composition a lot with these stones at the ground of the low water.The light at these snowy peaks is magic and the surrounding pink tones are wonderful.A great shot!!!!!
Thanks for a new favourite.
Regards,Leo
borax
(1732) 2009-10-04 9:50
It could be the perfect reflexion. Sharpness, colors... but ligh on the moutain top is darker than on the reflect, wich is almost burnt. But this remains an excellent photo.
chandan_a (17) 2009-10-17 7:22
Hi Michael
Amazing Place and amazing picture..I don't know much about photography but this one definitely worth 10/10..
good job..
Chandan
PainDivine69
(1) 2009-10-17 8:40
Hi Michael,
WOW...I´m speechless. These reflections are amazing. Great colours and sharpness.
Regards, Björn
Bianconeri78
(701) 2010-09-19 3:57
Really awesome picture! Love the mountain and the detail in the foreground.
TFS
Jeremy
photoxtreme
(1335) 2010-10-01 13:14
ciao Michael
spettacolare composizione quasi irreale ,a di grande effetto,complimenti !!!
ciao,
Mirko
travel-mirko
(260) 2011-02-21 2:39
Wow! This one is a wonderful picture. The majestic mountains in the back with such a perfect reflection in the clean mountain lake. Very good!
Regards
Mirko
gmg
(4202) 2011-04-22 14:53
Hi Michael!
Fantastic shot. Wonderful location, nice framing from foreground to background, great colours and cris details., Amazing.
TFS
gmg
livermore
(1631) 2012-11-11 5:20
Bonjour Michael,
Photo superbe, d'une grande qualité et parfaitement réalisée.
Les couleurs sont belles et le cadrage parfait.
J'aime les reflets de la montagne.
Bravo!
Amitiés
Vincent
Photo Information
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Copyright: Michael Anderson (miketelemark)
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(2785) - Genre: Lugares
- Medium: Cor
- Date Taken: 2007-11-00
- Categories: Natureza
- Camera: Hasselblad H2D, HC 3.5-4.5/50-110, Graduated Neutral Density
- Details: Tripod: Yes
- Versão da Foto: Versão Original
- Tema(s): Favorites - landscape 03 [view contributor(s)]
- Date Submitted: 2008-01-03 13:07
- Favoritos: 22 [ver]
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