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The Wave
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Copyright: Ram Thakur (ramthakur) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2928 W: 107 N: 7443] (24125)
Genre: Landscapes
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2006-07-10
Categories: Seascape
Camera: Sony DSC-P200
Photo Version: Original Version, Workshop
Date Submitted: 2006-07-17 4:06
Viewed: 1663
Favorites: 1 [view]
Points: 25
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Sharjah is the third largest emirate in the United Arab Emirates, and is the only one to have land on both the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. Sharjah is ruled by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan al-Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council of the UAE and Amir of Sharjah.

In addition there are three enclaves belonging to Sharjah situated on the east coast, bordering the Gulf of Oman. These are Kalba, Khor Fakkan and Dibba al-Husn. The emirate has a total area of 2,590 square kilometres, which is equivalent to 3.3 per cent of the country's total area, excluding the islands.

The capital city of Sharjah, which overlooks the Persian Gulf, has a population of 519,000 (2003 census estimate). It contains the main administrative and commercial centers together with an especially impressive array of cultural and traditional projects, including several museums. Distinctive landmarks are the two major covered souqs, reflecting Islamic design; a number of recreational areas and public parks such as Al Jazeirah Fun Park and Al Buheirah Corniche. The city is also notable for its numerous elegant mosques. The Emirate of Sharjah is also known to be the Cultural Capital of the UAE. The Expo Center of Sharjah is well know for the annual book fair that is famous all over the region. The Amir personally takes keen interest in this event which brings together hundreds of publishers from all over the world and thousands of titles. Links with the outside world are provided by Sharjah International Airport and Port Khalid. Sharjah also encompasses some important oasis areas, the most famous of which is Dhaid where a wide range of vegetables and fruits is cultivated on its rich and fertile soil. Khor Fakkan provides Sharjah with a major east coast port. An offshore island of Sir Abu Nuáir belongs to Sharjah. Sharjah also claims the Iranian island of Abu Musa.

Sharjah has one Omani enclave, the Madha territory, wherein lies an UAE exclave, called Nahwa.

Sharjah is a sister city to Dubai and Ajman (two fellow emirates) on both its borders. The three urban areas have now merged into one. Sharjah is about 170 kilometres away from the capital city Abu Dhabi.
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  • dew77 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 5171 W: 297 N: 4050] (13069)
  • [2006-07-17 4:07]

Hello Ram,
Magnificent seascape.POV,colors,details,large DOF and framing are excellent.Well caught and composed.
TFS...:-)

Hello Ram,
Nice seascape. Great pov and composition. Beatiful waves to enjoy. An enjoyable break from work for you. TFS
JC

Hi Ram !
What a wonderful seascape ! Composition and POV are excellent, I love the rocks in the foreground, and also a dynamic pictures as the waves is moving towards you on the photo. very well done !
valérie.

Hi Ram,
Superb beach view!
The lighting is simply wonderful, leaving a very special atmosphere...
Well framed, great colours and details!
Greetings,
Pablo -

Salur Ram
Il est très joli ce paysage au bord de cette mer.Les rochers sur le bord de cette mer rendent l'image très intéressante.La présentation est très belle.
Bravo et merci ...JP

Hi Ram,
Great photo of a rather rough sea. I like the clarity in the rocks and the light is outstanding. It is a pity that you have a little spot in the top right corner and that you have some barrle distortion (the horizon is a bit curved) But both can be fixed with some PP work. Anyway, a beautiful seascape.
TFS,
Niek

Hello Ram, excllent seascape, great colors, Bg, details, are crispt great POV well capture, TFS Kyle

Hi Ram,
Wonderful seascape shot! Nice use of the rocks in the foreground. Colors and detail look excellent. Wishing I was there listening to the sound of the waves.
Scott

Hi Ram,
Great job with this, I like the natural color I see. Excellent note and background info on this area of the Persian Gulf..
Well done and TFS!

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  • jmp Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1836 W: 94 N: 2338] (8400)
  • [2006-07-17 10:55]

Hi Ram,
Very beautiful and refreshing seascape. Color of stones and water is beautiful!
TFS, José M.

Hi Ram,

I think this image has a lot of potential that wasn't taken advantage of in post processing. First, I wouldn't use your lens at the far wide end as there is obvious barrel distortion there. It always is more evident in seascapes with a clear horizon line. A couple of my lenses do the same thing & I have to avoid full wide angle shots or correct the distortion later. Second, there is some great light in this image that could be emphasized. Third, I would crop out the OE section of sky. That would also change the apparent point of view, adding more drama. Then one could reduce some of the shadows and sharpen the image. I did a workshop, to try all this out.

Thanks for sharing a nice image

Evelynn : )

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  • Silke Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 753 W: 109 N: 1727] (5394)
  • [2006-07-18 18:42]

This is a very powerful image, Ram, and one that I can hear in my mind's ear. Superb POV and amazing DOF are a superb start. I Cannot help but mark it as a favourite. TFS
Silke

Hello Ram,
Great sea shore with that rocks! i like the colours of them and as if i can hear that wave's sounds. A very nice seascape here.
Thank you!
Ersin

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