Despite all my travels in southwest, I avoided the Valley because it is so touristic. Is that the visitor's center on the right. Great colors and composition.
Hakan

It's not hard to guess what lake that might be. Excellent low view and texture on water.
Hakan

Unusual colors and abstraction. I like the water's texture but wish I could see more of the icebergs.
Hakan

Lovely colors that stand out so well against the darker backdrop. Seems like you almost need f/1.4 to blur the back. Regards,
Hakan

Hello James,
I share you sentiments about carrying equipment through the airports. Add to that all the camping gear for backpacking, and it's hellish. I'm also afraid that someday some security person will drop my camera on the floor. I'm jealous you get to travel so much. Wonderful photo of the snow monkeys. Superb exposure job. All the best,
Hakan

Hi James,
Interesting albatross species, esp. the bill. Really good shot. I wonder a bit of fill-flash would be useful here. Must have been very hard to get this one. Best wishes,
Hakan

Hi James,
A terrific capture for a novice! I think you are being too humble. I'm amazed at how close it is to Selen's style. Best,
Hakan

I'm amazed how productive your time in Ecuador was. Obviously a well-planned trip. This is a lovely photo of the family of sea lions. I hope the population is healthy as their kins in Alaska have been in trouble for over a decade.
Beautiful work. Best,
Hakan

Impressive detail and sharpness. Looks like a crop but excellent. Selamlar,
Hakan

Merhaba Selen,
Long time, no see. You could call this "the good, the bad and the ugly". Very nice capture of the trio.
Hakan