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The Rundle Diamond

The Sun only rises at this point in the Valley during the Winter Solstice in Banff from this perspective in front of this warm thermal sulphur spring. This bea...
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The Sun only rises at this point in the Valley during the Winter Solstice in Banff from this perspective in front of this warm thermal sulphur spring. This beautiful photograph has won multiple awards from the Professional Photographers of Canada at both the Provincial and national levels.

The ice crystals beside the spring only form on very cold nights in the winter. I laid down on my chest in order to get this perspective that brings them dramatically into the foreground. One of my favourites!
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4 Comments |
gbernhard
 
gbernhard April 04, 2018
Definitely a “WOW” moment!
brianmerry
 
brianmerry April 07, 2018
Tx @gbernhard!
SJRatcliffe PRO+
 
SJRatcliffe April 10, 2018
Great image!!! I lived in Banff and Canmore for many years ..... this image brings back so many memories!! I have walked up Rundle many times!!!
brianmerry
 
brianmerry April 11, 2018
The scramble up Rundle is a heap of fun! I’ve lived here for 2+ decades. I’m glad it brings back good memories for you.
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