Here are some sunsets I attempted throughout the summer.
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July 6, 2013 - Allen, Texas
How I miss Texas sunsets! I spotted this one while shopping in Allen one evening; it reminded me of a tequila sunrise.
I drove around like a mad woman looking for a clear shot to no avail. At first I hated the power lines, but the more I
looked at it, the more I liked it. Definitely adds an interesting graphical element. |
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| August 3, 2013 - Lake Martin |
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| August 4, 2013 - Port of Baton Rouge |
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| Same as above |
Most of these were shot with an aperture of f/16, using a tripod, of course. Unfortunately, when I got them on the computer it revealed horrible dust spots on my sensor. I must've cloned out over one hundred spots! So happy my local camera shop, Kadair's, was able to clean it right there in the store. I had read awhile back that the push/pull zooming mechanism on the 100-400mm lens could cause this problem. Whenever I use that lens now, I make sure I have it fully extended before I even mount it. I am also super careful during the change process. I'm like a lens changing Ninja now. So far, so good; it's been a month and I haven't seen one speck.
Oh Gail your attention to this world we live in and your exceptional talent for bringing it to all of lucky to have found you makes my day. Beautiful. Hug B
ReplyDeleteGorgeous skies. I'm glad the photo shop was able to clean the camera's sensor so quickly!
ReplyDeleteOh my these are lovely. That second shot is stunning.
ReplyDeleteThey're all gorgeous, but Lake Martin--ahhhh!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the Like, Gail. I've got until the end of the month before Rachel can format A-Z so am continually going over it, hoping to get the right balance. Soooo much history, soooo many tidbits. But fun to dig into.
I love each photo - don't know which I like better - Heavenly. sandie
ReplyDeletesorry, but the 2nd view blew the texas skies right off the map. :)
ReplyDeleteI think the third one is my favorite. I am so glad that you're back! :)
ReplyDeleteEach of these is beautiful,but if I were to pick a favourite it would be the lake Martin one. I heard too that the push-pull lens could result in dust spots,but have not had trouble with it. The up-side for me is that I have two camera bodies and the telephoto lens stays on one camera.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful skies Gail...you've taken some wonderful pictures while you were on your 'blog-cation'...thanks for sharing them....
ReplyDeleteGail lovely sky shots. The sunsets are beautiful. The 2nd and the last one are my favorites. Have a happy day!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! My amateur abilities to use my camera would have never allowed me to notice the dust... Your talent amazes me..
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Gorgeous shots, Gail.
ReplyDeleteoh,my!! i didn't understand most of the technical "speak"...but,i sure know marvelous,gorgeous photos when i see them!! the colors are magnificent!! i can't decide which i like best..they all speak to me in a different way
ReplyDeletethank you for sharing your beautiful photos!!
by the way..have you heard more about the company that may be buying your photo?
hugs from Southern California!!!
Gorgeous sunsets, Gail! I also can appreciate the power lines - very graphic. I'm not sure what you mean about the lens... why does dirt get in if it isn't fully extended? I can understand the changing part - I'm a Ninja there too!
ReplyDeleteThese are awesome...love them all but if you made me choose one, I'd choose the second one, Lake Martin!
ReplyDeleteGreat two-tone sun in the first one! The second and third are my favorites...gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteYou can get sensor cleaning kits that are easy to use. I had to clean mine once and it worked perfectly.
Oh my! I have NEVER seen the sun looking like it did in the Allen, Texas shot. It reminds me of the logo for one of those motel chains. But I didn't know such a thing existed in real life. :)
ReplyDeleteThe yellow sunset was also something that I don't think I've ever seen before. These are so wonderful!
I'm guessing they were pre-macro. :)
Such stunning captures!
ReplyDeleteEach better than the other.
Such amazing photos my friend. LOVE them.. I have a spot on my sensor. Just got it about 2 weeks ago.. I really need to have it taken care of..
ReplyDeleteHugs~
Beautiful sunsets Gail. I especially like the second one with those yellow hues.
ReplyDeleteOne word...breathtaking!!! Or is that two? Should it be breath taking? In any case, these sunsets take my breath away!!
ReplyDeleteWow - these shots are stunning!
ReplyDeleteOh yeah, you have not stopped shooting.
ReplyDeleteWHOA!!! Amazing photos, Gail! I love how each one is so different and unique :) Always a joy to see what you capture. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteI really like the Lake Martin pic!
ReplyDeleteI sure don't understand all ye camera lingo but I do know this: YOU ARE ONE FABULOUS PHOTOGRAPHER AND FRIEND.
ReplyDeleteThanks for being back. I did miss you so much and am sooooo glad to have you back in blog-land again!!!!
It would be impossible for me to choose just one as they are all beautiful....
ReplyDeleteYIPPEEEEE!!! My heart just smiled when I saw your comment on my blog! I've been checking your blog intermittently, but of course, I missed your return!!
ReplyDeleteSigh...your photos always calm my soul. I LOVE the first sunset picture with the lines. It just has a geometric flare that I really like!!
So glad you are back and feeling better!!
Oh my gosh Gail these are stunning!
ReplyDeleteI love the first one lines included and the second.
Wonderful captures!
Hi Gail,
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful and stricking pictures ! Loved each one of them.
Another follower added to your list :)
Thanks,
Pallavi
palulife.blogspot.sg
Nice pictures - dust specks are such a pain - I had not heard of the zoom lens issue - I just assumed I was messy!
ReplyDeleteStewart M - Melbourne
Stunning pictures Gail!!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning! Be assured that I am somewhat embarrassed about not being able to do more than merely repeat what most of the others have said, but in all fairness, I am quite stunned at this time!
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