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Sunset at Valley view, Yosemite National Park

Sunset at Valley view, Yosemite National Park
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9 Comments | Report
bleonard
 
bleonard August 06, 2015
bleonard
 
bleonard August 06, 2015
Wow!
bleonard
 
bleonard August 06, 2015
Wow!
Fourthdaughter Platinum
 
Fourthdaughter October 07, 2015
Awesome Capture! Congratulations!
nandicmb
 
nandicmb October 07, 2015
Congratulations on ALL your Awards!!!
LucyLoo PRO+
 
LucyLoo November 16, 2015
Really Superb Image, Fabulous Colours and Light
catherinesubasic
 
catherinesubasic February 12, 2016
Absolutely stunning!
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awolslegelcomcastnet January 24, 2019
You are the photographer I’m trying to be. Great work!
Vash01Photo Platinum
 
Vash01Photo July 13, 2022
I invite you to enter my challenge Yosemite np.
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Behind The Lens

Location

This photo was taken at the Valley View (Gates of the Valley) in Yosemite National Park

Time

Valley view is one of my favorite spots in Yosemite National Park to photograph. One thing I love on this place is the gorgeous reflection of the mountains especially especially when the sun is low (sunrise/sunset). The view is breathtaking!

Lighting

I wanted to take a photo of the View valley during sunset when the light hits the walls of the mountains, creating a golden color and adding beauty to the water reflection.

Equipment

Nikon D800 with 16-35mm Nikon lens. A tripod and remote trigger were also used.

Inspiration

I love nature photography and Yosemite is one of my best places to capture the beauty of landscape. Yosemite experience to me is incomplete without a visit to the Valley view. The reflection of the water is what made this place amazing, more apparent on sunrise or sunset.

Editing

White balance in Lightroom and spot healing brush tool in Photoshop to remove few water debris.

In my camera bag

I started taking photos with Nikon equipment and became a fan of this brand. They are reliable and I'm comfortable using them. These are the gears that I usually take with me doing outdoor photography: Nikon D800, 16-35mm, 50mm f/1.8, 70-200mm f/2.8, 28-300mm. Other accessories such as Lee filters, remote triggers, and extra items.

Feedback

Patience - one of the most important things to have in addition to gears and skills. Nature and landscape photography is very rewarding despite the challenges we go through (harsh weather, fatigue, hunger/thirst).

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