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A shot of the beautiful Yosemite Valley, shot from across the Merced River. El Capitan on the left and the Three Brothers on the right....
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A shot of the beautiful Yosemite Valley, shot from across the Merced River. El Capitan on the left and the Three Brothers on the right.
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NIKON D810

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Aperture f/8 ISO 200 Shutter 1/500 Focal Length 320/10

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Aug, 2015

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Contest Finalist in Stillness Photo Contest

Contest Finalist in Along The River Photo Contest

Contest Finalist in Social Exposure Photo Contest Vol 1

Contest Finalist in Along The Shore Photo Contest

Contest Finalist in Crystal Clear Photo Contest

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Spectacular capture! Congratulations on being chosen a finalist in the 'Crystal Clear' contest.......and, good luck.:)

An amazing shot!

I really like the reflection

Congratulations on your Contest Finalist win in Crystal Clear Photo Contest!

Priceless. Absolutely magnificent!!!

Such a beautiful picture absolutely stunning

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