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Marsh Marigolds

Marsh Marigolds

On my final evening at Island Lake near Silverton, Colorado, I was captivated by the early sunset light beaming into the basin, illuminating the marsh marigold ...
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On my final evening at Island Lake near Silverton, Colorado, I was captivated by the early sunset light beaming into the basin, illuminating the marsh marigold flowers and the final remnants of snow. Nature rocks.
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NIKON D800

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Aperture 14/1 ISO 400 Shutter 1/60 Focal Length 180/10

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Jul, 2016

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Awards

Contest Finalist in Shades Of Green Photo Contest

Contest Finalist in Fields and Forests Photo Contest

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Superb Composition

+16

Absolute Masterpiece

+10

Magnificent Capture

+3

Top Choice

+3

Outstanding Creativity

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