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The Giant's Causeway, renowned for its polygonal columns of layered basalt, is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland and in 2015 was awar...
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The Giant's Causeway, renowned for its polygonal columns of layered basalt, is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland and in 2015 was awarded the UKs Best Heritage Attraction at the British Travel Awards.

Resulting from a volcanic eruption 60 million years ago, this is the focal point of a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has attracted visitors for centuries. It harbours a wealth of local and natural history.

Sea birds can be seen off the coast around the Causeway, with species such as fulmar, petrel and razorbill being frequently observed alongside rare and unusual plant species on the cliffs and nearby rock formations.

The Giant’s Causeway is also steeped in myth and legend. Some say it was carved from the coast by the mighty giant, Finn McCool who left behind an ancient home full of folklore. Look out for clues of his existence – including The Giant’s Boot and Wishing Chair.
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Alwolfe Platinum
 
Alwolfe October 24, 2017
Terrific photo!
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MR_Photo_Ire June 11, 2020
Thank you all, sorry for the delay in commenting.

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This photo was taken at the Giants Causeway north coast of Ireland in County Antrim. The Giant's Causeway, renowned for its polygonal columns of layered basalt, is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland and in 2015 was awarded the UKs Best Heritage Attraction at the British Travel Awards. Resulting from a volcanic eruption 60 million years ago, this is the focal point of a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has attracted visitors for centuries. It harbours a wealth of local and natural history. Sea birds can be seen off the coast around the Causeway, with species such as fulmar, petrel and razorbill being frequently observed alongside rare and unusual plant species on the cliffs and nearby rock formations. The Giant’s Causeway is also steeped in myth and legend. Some say it was carved from the coast by the mighty giant, Finn McCool who left behind an ancient home full of folklore. Look out for clues of his existence – including The Giant’s Boot and Wishing Chair.

Time

The photo was taken around 11pm. I had recieved an Aurora alert and wanted to go try photograph the Aurora Borealis with the Giants Causeway stones in the foreground. The cloud had started rolling in covering most of the aurora and as I was firing a final 30sec exposure pointing north I looked behind me to see the colour in this photo. I was always told even when you have an image in your head take a step back and look around you. No time has this been more relevant than at this location.

Lighting

As mentioned previously I was on an Aurora shoot so this photo was not the intended composition. If you can imagine the opposite direction to this image cloud coming in closing out an aurora bow. When I looked around I was welcomed with this composition. There is a mixture of night darkness, aurora and light polution from near by towns of Bushmills and Portrush.

Equipment

This image was captured using a Canon 70d with a Tokina 11-16 f2.8. I was using the Manfrotto Beefree travel tripod to capture the long exposure and soften the water.

Inspiration

I had recieved an Aurora alert and wanted to go try photograph the Aurora Borealis with the Giants Causeway stones in the foreground. The cloud had started rolling in covering most of the aurora and as I was firing a final 30sec exposure pointing north I looked behind me to see the colour in the sky. I was always told even when you have an image in your head take a step back and look around you. No time has this been more relevant than at this location.

Editing

This is one photo. I reduced the noise slightly and bumped the contrast.

In my camera bag

I try to keep all my gear close by i.e. in the van. If I am going for a specific shot I will leave some equipment behind. In my Bag I have a 70d and a 6d. Canon 24-105 f4, Canon 70-200 f4, Canon 50mm f1.8 (Nifty Fifty), Tokina 11-16 f2.8. 4 batteries, 2 x yongnuo Flash YN586EX ii with triggers and a control unit. Two Hoya HD 10stop filters, Head torch, cleaning bag, 3 x 32gb Memory cards and 1 x 64gb card.

Feedback

Always look behind you and around you. I didnt have this composition in my head but when I looked around this image presented itself to me.

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