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• horia (12076)
• [2007-10-27 13:06]
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Hi Paul

I remember this one from your website and i was hoping that you'll post it someday :)
This one truely brakes rules...that's why it's so magnificent!
First of all, i really want to ask you: how on Earth did you manage to use a 30 sec. shutter speed in the middle of the day and not overexpose the shot???
That being said, i can concentrate now on the amazing rock formations here that are simply breathtaking.........ok, i got my breath back :)
Their texture is most impressive and what's so unique about them - their angle - is so well emphasized here by the smart incorporation of the horizon in the frame.
The effect of the long shutter on the crashing waves is amazing and it almost makes a viewer think that it's due to those rocks, emerging right now from the sea.
I really think that the 50-50 composition works well herw, both because of the cliffs and their hight as well as the clouds that are almost like a mirror of the blurry water.
What more to say? Definitely a favorite!

Cheers and REALLY TFS
Horia

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• jesst (2084)
• [2007-10-27 13:20]

Fantastic picture with amazing light and color, very good sharp and detail on rocks. Long shutter made the water mysterious. TFS

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• Heaven (2839)
• [2007-10-27 14:37]

Hi Paul!

Your half and half composition also works for me, and the best proof that it was the good choice is the impact of your picture. It's a wonderful landscape scenery you have captured, and it shows us that there's a big difference between theories and practise. The rule of the thirds maybe ok for 1/3 of the pictures...

I also like the lighting and the idea of having chosen a long exposure. It underlines the romantic, near the rocks in the water even the surrealistic aspect of the picture.

Well seen, well done!

Kind regards

Markus

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• undoredo (2734)
• [2007-10-27 19:57]

Hello Paul,
Wow!! what a wonderful shot!!
It's amazing to me. Beautiful colours and superb details, excellent POV and composition.
You bring here one of the impeccable photo.
Very well done and TFS,
Best wishes, Kevin

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• LordPotty (8016)
• [2007-10-28 0:20]

Great use of time exposure to create a moody landscape here Paul.
This is beautiful work.
I like it.
Cheers
Steve

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• vanderschelden (25551)
• [2007-10-28 0:34]

Hello Paul,
Good compo. Nice colours. Like the presentation as well.
TFS
Annick

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• Alex99 (14271)
• [2007-10-28 5:53]

Hi Paul.
It is true art masterpiece. First of all it is technique of shooting and unique exposure parameters. Effect is so impressive. Cloudy sky and waves are reflected so poetically. Combination of blurred sea and sky and sharp, monumental gothic rocks are amazing. I also like the framing and composition of the scenery and excellent reflection of the prospect. TFS.
Alexei.

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• SunToucher (8519)
• [2007-10-28 10:52]

Hi Paul,
It works for me as well. Especially the so well controlled exposure. I am amazed about the fact that you got spot on exposure with a 30 sec shutter speed during daytime hours. I also have to congratulate you with having such a wonderful day on the Dingle Peninsula..mine was filled with heavy fog.
Love the way the texture of the washed water is similar to the texture of the moving clouds.
TFS,
Niek

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• Janice (17110)
• [2007-10-28 13:36]

I like the misty, milky water effects Paul. It makes the rocks and cliff stand out sharply. Super image - wonderful view.
Janice

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• jessbalderas (54)
• [2007-10-28 22:59]
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• marhowie (34399)
• [2007-10-29 6:11]

Hey Paul, great post..
Needless to say, I like it.
Howard

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• bobair (4086)
• [2007-10-29 20:11]

Hi Paul,
rules?Me ,I do not abide by them when it comes to how I present my own photos as I never knew what they were to begin with and if I like the outcome then I'm happy.I must agree about the time of day however as my experience with shots during the midday are not so positive as compared with early morning or two hours before sunset.This photo has a romantic kind of feel to it as it has the softness one expects from a long exposure with a very stopped down lens.I do not own a neutral density filter but I will surely get one for daytime lightning storm photos.A wonderful photo and thanks for showing it to us all. Bob

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• EOSF1 (20227)
• [2007-11-01 5:45]

Hello Paul, that's a striking composition with all the technical stuff very good. The long exposure did a great job and even the clouds had moved on ! Great shot, thanks !

Mario

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• annagrace (2992)
• [2008-01-21 18:36]

I'm amazed by this photo, Paul, the sharpness of rock contrasting with the extended exposure on sky and sea. What a fantastic place, you make me want to visit even more! (Ireland is one of the few places "across the pond" that I haven't seen yet....)

Alli

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• AnimalExplorer (8288)
• [2008-06-17 23:12]

In-phuckin-credible! The snap is an amazing image Paul. Very powerful and moving drama. 10 stop filter works great for you. Hope all is well with you. Cheers! Paul :)