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Copyright: Claudine Besse (claudine) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2485 W: 192 N: 2621] (9473)
Genre: Landscapes
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-03-31
Categories: Sky
Camera: Canon EOS 20D, Canon EF-S 17-85 USM IS Macro, 67mm Circular Polariser
Exposure: f/16, 1/200 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Alex99 favorite shots [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-04-10 21:25
Viewed: 827
Points: 78
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Hi,

Picture depicting one of the most unreal landscapes I had the chance to see while skiing at Le Massif, in the beautiful region of Charlevoix, Quebec.

The sky in Charlevoix always has these particular tones of colors. I think that preeminence of the St-Lawrence seaway and the phenomenon of snow and water reflection, creates this particular effect.

Not much PP work except a little contrast
ISO 100
Handled

Thanks in advance for your visit and comment :)

Jamesp, Heaven, vanderschelden, CeltickRanger, SkyF, jaycee, Alex99, gracious, maurydv, jusninasirun, SelenE, goldyrs, pierrefonds, aido, Juyona, rousettus, marhowie, fartash, pablominto, spalaxtr has marked this note useful
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  • Jamesp Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1223 W: 0 N: 4449] (13290)
  • [2008-04-10 22:30]

Hi Claudine

Nice to see a landscape from you. A lovely shot - good composition and POV with excellent colour and detailin the snow. Well observed and captured.

James

Hi Claudine!

Not only the sky, but also the whole picture is particular. The effect the duality between the dramatic sky and the wonderfully contrasted snow produces is just marvellous. I also like the fact that one can't know if this is a huge mountain or just a small snowdrift. And in fact, it's absolutely unimportant. What counts here is the beautiful sky contrasting with the pure white of the snow. From my point of view, this is a very valuable picture, well blanced in its composition, very pleasant to look at.

Kind regards

Markus

Hi Claudine.
This almost looks like a 3D render. I find it very fascinating.Such a sharp contrast between the sky and snow, it stands right out to me.
I would have taken many of this myself.
TFS.
I have to catch up in the gallery now.
Be good.
D

Hi Claudine,
Nice landscape picture. You handled the white snow and blue sky very well. POV and composition are great.
JC

Hello Claudine,

A lovely shot. The snow on the mountain has a fabulous clarity and the powdersnow in the sky gives this photo an wonderful contrast. Beautiful colors. There was at the top sometimes windy conditions? Have a nice weekend and TFS Bob

Well done, Claudine.

I like the saturation through the polarizer.
The snow whites do not result in blown highlights, on the contrary the soft light generates a wonderful texture and structure.

TFS
Annick

Hi Claudine

I have to say the first thing that I was drawn to was the excellent exposure of the snow! you have also show why and how the mountain environment can be so very dangerous...

TFS
Emma

bonjour Claudine

tu as réalisée une belle composition du ciel et de la neige
de Charlevoix, je vais commencer par la neige, WOW !
quelles couleurs naturelles et quels details de la neige,
ensuite ce magnifique ciel bleu (j'aime la couleur
à la gauche de l'image) qui fait un dégradé
de gauche à droite ou vice-versa, TFS

Asbed

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  • SkyF Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2447 W: 207 N: 2035] (8113)
  • [2008-04-11 7:43]

Bonjour Claudine,
lucky you skiing , I remeber those days ;-).
Nice winterly landscape, with an wonderful POV. Excellent exposure the colors and the detail in the snow are very nice.
TFS..Sky

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  • jaycee Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1675 W: 8 N: 4022] (13255)
  • [2008-04-11 8:16]

Hi Claudine,

We are known for wonderful skies in Arizona but I have never seen one like this. The different shades are marvelous. The contrast against the snow - which you captured perfectly - is spectacular.

Jane

Hi Claudine.
First moment I have thought that these are snow-drifts near your house :))). My brother live in Toronto and sent me few spring pictures. Only when I have read you note I have understood that I am mistaken. In any case amazing shot. The snow reproduction, exposure of the image, beautifulness of the sky are outstanding. Bravo and my compliments. TFS.
Alexei.

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  • uleko Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2297 W: 163 N: 6694] (21146)
  • [2008-04-11 10:03]

Hi Claudine,
We don't see a lot from you these days - but I'm sure you're enjoying the skiiing instead!
This is a fabulous capture - the sky is interesting but I find your capture of the snow more fascinating and beautiful!! It looks so real, crispy and beautiful white.
Well done!
Many thanks and cheers, Ulla

Bonjour Claudine,
Very impressive and facinating to see a sky with such colour-toned and it's beautiful against the white snow!
very sharp image expecially on the snow
many thanks for sharing this
merci
Tony

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  • nglen Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1864 W: 2 N: 4738] (18250)
  • [2008-04-11 12:59]

Hi Claudine. You have made a picure of true art from just blue and white colours. I say just blue but the sky looks so nice and you have captured itt so well with the use of the light. well done tFS.
Nick..

Have a good weekend.

Very simple but elegant, unique, and still dramatic. Great shot!

Bellissimo paesaggio, uso della luce e del colore ai fini creativi in una composizione rigorosa sui cui dettagli perfetti non serve soffermarsi, poichè si apprezza l'immagine nella sua totalità. Grazie e complimenti. Ciao Maurizio

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  • Mana Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1687 W: 20 N: 4738] (15476)
  • [2008-04-11 18:39]

Hi Claudine,
Outstanding shot and the sky really does look interesting. Superb light and exposure control on the snow and the image is neat and sharp with clear details. Excellent POV and composition. Kudos.
TFS.
Sumon

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  • lizzie Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 214 W: 0 N: 635] (2843)
  • [2008-04-11 19:35]

Bonjour Claudine,

J'aime beaucoup la composition de cette image. Cette neige immaculée est d'un pur blanc et ce ciel
cache quelques couleurs d'un arc en ciel un peu effacé!
Ah! ces froids d'hiver ne cesseront de nous étonner et de nous permettre de yeuter des petites merveilles de la nature!

Lise

Hello Claudine. Sky is always interesting and never the same. Stunning view from above the white snow. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful weekend. Regards. Jusni

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  • SelenE Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2337 W: 59 N: 4094] (13345)
  • [2008-04-12 4:17]

Hi Claudine,
Colors in the sky look wonderful. Exposure handling, POV,and composition are very nice. TFS
Best wishes,
Selen

A stunning image, Claudine...
This composition is fantastic, by any standards!
Thank you, Claudine!
This shot will join my favourites, as well..
Cheers!
Goldy

Bonjour Claudine,

La réflexion de la lumière sur la neige fait ressortir la beauté des couleurs du ciel. Le détails des nuages est un atout à la composition. Le sujet est bien cadré. Le paysage donne une sensation de tranquillité. Bonne journée.

Pierre

Hi Claudine,
Very impressive and interesting picture.Great atmosphere.Well done. Tfs. Stev

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  • JYB Silver Note Writer [C: 1 W: 0 N: 57] (738)
  • [2008-04-12 14:37]

Bonjour Claudine,
Très beau cliché. Curieusement ce violent contraste entre le ciel et la neige ne dérange pas l'oeil, il laisse à la fois toute la place à la neige texturée ainsi qu'au dégradé du bleu du ciel. De plus les proportions inhabituelles (50/50) ne sont pas un handicap pour cette photo. Très joli. JYB

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  • joey Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1555 W: 233 N: 5091] (17959)
  • [2008-04-12 14:37]

Very nice abstract shot!
The stark contrast between the white snow and dark blue sky is fabulous!
You've exposed the whites superbly!
Great clarity and sharpness.
There's something very surreal about it.
Superb work Claudine!
Thanks,
Joe

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  • aido Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1103 W: 173 N: 1227] (4038)
  • [2008-04-12 15:00]

Hi Claudine,
This is a change to see a landscape from you :) I like this very much, the exposure on the snow is a little high but that really gives the image some impact. The snow looks crisp and fresh and provides a great contrast to the strange and wonderful sky. Beautiful deep blue, and as you say it looks somewhat unreal. Hope all is well with you.
Regards,
Adrian

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  • jmp Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1898 W: 94 N: 2375] (8394)
  • [2008-04-12 15:16]

Hi Claudine,
A fantastic view where the whites are absolutely pure and sky looks like from another planet!
Best regards,
José M.

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  • Juyona Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 2072 W: 6 N: 1848] (12716)
  • [2008-04-13 13:01]

Hola amiga,
gran ambiente y perfecto trabajo con el blanco... el cielo hermoso y la iluminación espectacular.
saludos Claudine.

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  • rcrick Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 557 W: 39 N: 1001] (3266)
  • [2008-04-13 16:19]

Hi Claudine,

Stunning landscape or should I say snow scape, the detail in this is wonderful, You've handled the exposure on the white snow and blue sky superbly, beautiful shot.

Cheers Rick :)

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  • RP1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 154 W: 1 N: 124] (1840)
  • [2008-04-13 17:25]

Salut Claudine,
Très belle photo, belle représentation de l'hiver de Charlevoix.
Félicitation,
Roger

Hello Claudine,
what a nice scene of snow and sky. Spring continues here fast, nice to see snow again. Your shot very nice with great composition, superb coloration. White balance perfect. Thanks for sharing. best wishes
Ahmet

Hi Claudine
Very nice shot, good white and very nice sky with great contrast.
Cheers.

Merci Claudine por tus amables y rápidos :-) comentarios. En tu toma destacaría la luz y lógicamente el color: Interesante como documento del fenómeno.
Un saludos desde España: Josep Ignasi

Hi Claudine,
Great capture mf, I like it alot :)
This "particular" sky makes the shot Excellent...
And I think you added just the right amount of contrast too. The snow is very well exposed, with F/16 giving great depth, and a 3D feel.
So you're a skier then..Watch out for those trees ;-}}
Howard

Dear Claudine
What a wonderful scene you show us here :O)
Perfect composition,colors and POV.
Superb shot my friend.

Be Happy...
Fartash

Hello Claudine,
Attractive simplicity showing nature without disturbances!
The snowy part is well exposed, and contrasts sharply with the deep blue sky, a treat to my eyes...
Greetings,
Pablo -

Although simplistic this image demonstrates a very dramatic feel, the exposure couldn't be any better, it is very beautiful. Well done Claudine and TFS
Paul :)

Hi Claudine,
This is really very interesting and beautiful. Exposure and details even on snow amazing. TFS. Regards,
Mustafa

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  • arfer Gold Star Critiquer [C: 2726 W: 0 N: 0] (0)
  • [2008-06-26 21:29]

Hello Claudine

Beautiful contrast and colour.
Excellent lighting and exposure.
Well composed.
The sky is brilliant.
TFS

Rob

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