Last week I went down to an observation deck overlooking the lake. There, as the sun set behind a cloud bank, a most spectacular sunset was visible for at least 40 minutes. I took many photos, as did several other photographers. I was shooting without a filter so the colors are slightly redder than they were during the event. In spite of this, the photos truly reflect the brilliance and majesty of the sunset. I kept thinking I had somehow entered the world of Bosch, volcanoes, and the Apocalypse. Beautiful and Disturbing.
These photos are taken perhaps fifteen minutes apart.
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I don’t know what else to say, other than WoW!
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Yes, was an amazing, and very lengthy sunset. many photos……
I enjoyed the subtle color and peaceful atmosphere of the sunset pic you posted!
Wow! Both are gorgeous, and I simply cannot pick a favourite!
I have perhaps 50 shots. I am at a loss as to which are the best. Was an amazing 40 minutes -there was more but the misquotes got the best of me.
I loved your irises!
Two beautiful pictures, beautiful colors and nice view:)
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I very much like both your banner photo of the cabin, and the sunset.
Best,
Michael
uniquely gorgeous!
Thanks!
I revisited our blog. Was so reminded of my time running a small ranch in the mountains of New Mexico. Nothing quite like that experience of wilderness and grandeur.
Michael, these are stunning shots and especially enlarged. The first one I find rather disturbing in its angst, the second one is simply amazing! Thanks for sharing these wonderful pictures, stopping by my blog and have a great weekend.
Smiles
P.S. The mosquitoes and black flies have gut short many a good photo session lately!!!!
Hi Carolyn,
I often stop by your blog – is one of my favorites! Yes, the sunset had a very disturbing undertone. At the same time. it was simply awe inspiring. A foot in both worlds.
Amazing colours in those skies.
Fiery and amazing!
Happy SWF.
Hi Regina,
Thanks for dropping by and leaving a note. I stopped in at your blog. The banner photo is splendid! The skies photos are lovely, so much sky!
-Michael
Wow beautiful burning like sky!
My Snowy Germany is up!
Thanks! Was an amazing event to witness.
Here in Vermont we have a lot of snow, but I think you have more from the look of your pics.
oh my, these are breathtaking photos! i imagine a volcano, not the skies.
The sunset lasted a long time – at least 40 minutes. The entire time, I was mesmerized!
Miranda, I love the photos on your blog! Being a foodie, I wonder where the recipes are. Also am very fond of the work of Ann Lamott.
second one is a classic.
Thanks! I am pleased to hear it works for you.
stunning photos! they are breathtaking, i love watching sunset like this!
Thanks!
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Your photo of the Sound is fine! I remember so many days like that when I loved ion the northern California coast.
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um….wow…I feel pretty speechless looking at these images…ok, last word…awesome.
very dramatic photos. These comes quite rarely. And you really took advantage of it. Wich I had been there.
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I’m glad you stopped by. Your images seem always t o have the touch.
Fiery furnaces, – what a splendid evening show!
Spectacular sky paintings! Those wispy clouds in your second photo are amazing with all the other cloud and sunset strokes. It is a bit aflame.
Thanks! Was an amazing event.
Just revisited your blog. Bar harbor area in the masthead photo?
Wow! That is a fiery sky, isn’t it! Thanks for visiting my SWF post.
These photos are absolutely spectacular. I like the red, fiery sky you captured.
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Seems we have sunsets in common. I still hike, although not as much as I used to. The mountains of Vermont and New York offer fine hiking.
Heisann!
Now I send you all what I call a “short and late greeting”, because my time is limited for the moment.
Never seen such sunset you present here, gourges ;:OD)
simply superb!!!!
Thanks! I enjoyed reading our travelogue and seeing your fine photos. I am beginning to think the only time megapixels really count is when one wants to enlarge a photo greatly.