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The Shortest Day

MrB
Posted 21/12/2014 - 11:59 Link
This is the day of the Winter Solstice but the forecast here is cloudy. However, this sunset shot over farm fields in Buckinghamshire was captured at 3.59 p.m. yesterday, using the K-5 II with the 40mm Ltd:

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It is a JPEG from the camera plus a few tweaks in PaintShop Pro X6.

Cheers.
Philip
Posted 21/12/2014 - 12:21 Link
Lovely sky, thanks for posting.
McGregNi
Posted 21/12/2014 - 16:42 Link
A beautiful radiant sky with gorgeous orange and pale blue tones really makes this, although the silhouette is a strong component also. You've placed the main tree perfectly with room to breathe, and the far distant tree line adds further interest. A very good combination of elements!

It may not necessarily be an improvement, but rather an alternative ...I wonder if it would take to a slightly more 'pano' crop, with a little off the bottom, and a bit more off the top (leaving it just as wide as now) ?.
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bwlchmawr
Posted 21/12/2014 - 20:56 Link
A lovely shot to celebrate St.Lucius' day, albeit a day early. Cloudy and mild here today as well. Sun's on its way back after midnight. Which is a nice thought.
Best wishes,

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Blythman
Posted 21/12/2014 - 21:56 Link
Lovely silhouette against a gorgeous sky
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Posted 22/12/2014 - 00:06 Link
Very moody. Great colours.

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MrB
Posted 22/12/2014 - 17:49 Link
Lenny, Nigel, Andrew, Alan and Gary - thank you for viewing and for your comments. It really was a spectacular sight.

Cheers.
Philip

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