Manarola, Cinque Terre
Manarola is the oldest of the five villages in Cinque Terre on the Italian Riviera. This image was created right after sunset with a 238 second exposure....
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Manarola is the oldest of the five villages in Cinque Terre on the Italian Riviera. This image was created right after sunset with a 238 second exposure.
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cmorisset
February 28, 2015
OMG just outstanding. A golden image. Congrats! Love the contrasting blue sky with the golden buildings and lights. Well done!
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charzing
March 24, 2015
Beautiful sunset. I was there last fall but only passing through so I didn't get to see it at night. You did an amazing job with the light.
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sarahmirkin
April 04, 2015
Such a magical shot! Love the golden colors and clarity of the houses against the smooth water! What filter(s) did you use?
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Manarola, Cinque Terre (Italy)Time
Right after sunset on a crisp November evening.Lighting
Sunset colors were a bit underwhelming but I knew that if I waited for a bit, the sky will turn blue and along with the reflection of street lights and colorful houses, I should have a good shot.Equipment
This image was created with a Canon 6D camera and Canon 16-35mm f4 L lens mounted on an Induro carbon fiber tripod. I also used a shutter release for the long exposure.Inspiration
I have been wanting to visit Cinque Terre ever since I saw David duChemin's amazing images of the area. The setting is so grandiose and delicate at the same time. Colorful houses of centuries old villages perched on imposing cliffs surrounded by water - what's not to like about the setting?Editing
Yes. Since I shoot in RAW, I need to post-process the image to bring it closer to my original vision. I use Lightroom 5 for post-processing and try to keep it light. I usually start by selecting a camera profile and lens correction before moving on to tone curve adjustments, clarity and vibrance.In my camera bag
Over the past couple of years, I have deliberately tried to cut down on the equipment I carry in my bag. Usually, I have my Canon 6D camera along with the Canon 16-35mm F4 L lens and circular polarizer, 3 stop ND filter, shutter release and extra batteries. My second lens is Canon 70-200mm F4 L lens.Feedback
Cinque Terre is such an impressive location that it is hard not to create great images. Manarola and Vernazza were my favorite villages and there are literally limitless composition possibilities. Visiting in November also meant that there were very few tourists and you could have the location to yourself if you went before sunrise or stayed back after sunset. Stable tripod is a must as is an external shutter release. If possible, scout the location during the hours when light is not great so that you know where to go when the time is right.
