Ice Worlds 2

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• Vato_Law (10130)
• [2008-01-05 3:17]

Hello Adam,
I surely understand your excitement there looking at this amazing landscape.
Reading your note and looking after at the photo again seeing the black dots you speak gives me the perfect sense of the size of the things there, you shoould have felt very, very tiny there.
The light as you say is really amazing, as amazing are the tones of the photo and the reflections on water.
I keep on waiting for more on this serie.
Cheers.
Paulo

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• chicken (2171)
• [2008-01-05 3:21]

A great trip for sure, and even with a new toy I see ;-)

I love the very soft light on the foreground and the mountains.

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• Floydian (21510)
• [2008-01-05 3:38]
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Hi Adam,
High on my list, planning is Jan/Feb 2010. I see you were in Dec, but it does not really matter from what i have heard, it's the light what brings the luck. How long have you been there exactly?
Also congrats on the mkIII, the only tool that belongs in your hands...what's the first impression?
The image...well what can i say...stunning of course. I have seen so many books about Antartica that this one could also be in one of them. The light in the water is simpley awesome, truly wonderful blue. The penguins are a nice detail, also for scaling, but it's the whole surrounding what makes the most impression...
Despite the bad weather in light, how many pictures survived?
Regards, Henk

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• johnfreeman (1363)
• [2008-01-05 3:50]
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Hi Adam,
This is really stunning! The mountains shrouded in cloud are wonderful but what really makes it is the amazing colour of the water littered with bergs and lumps of ice. I'm glad you mentioned the penguins in your note. I would not immediately have imagined that the berg was so big and that really gives a sense of perspective to the whole landscape. Will you be posting more in spite of the scarcity of good light? I certainly hope so!
Regards
John

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• ryno (3359)
• [2008-01-05 3:54]

Hi Adam, you've captured this beautiful scene with great skill. I like the light management and the subtle reflections & shades of blue and white. A part of the world not many of us are fortunate to see. Good work!
Regards,
Ryno

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• teutza (9659)
• [2008-01-05 4:22]

wow..this why i love this site..it shows so manny places amasing ones..in wich i probably never arive..
have a great year!!!
teo

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• grantlp (1464)
• [2008-01-05 4:47]

Hi Adam,
An amazing image of this harsh location, and I must say that although I've not visited any area remotely like this, it's probably exactly as I would envisage. The chromatic tones are superb and your use of the little sunlight you experienced was fantastic. Those penguins definitely provide a vital representatioon of scale.....initially that foreground iceburg looked to me, to be about a metre wide. Absolutely wonderful. Excellent job.
Cheers Grant

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• jonathan_hart (11729)
• [2008-01-05 5:25]

the Gentoo Penguins you speak about changed totaly my perception of the size of this berg and the others...
the tones are good looking, the view is magic :)
regards
jo

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• Matthew-Watt (4059)
• [2008-01-05 5:39]

G'Day Adam,

One of the most impressive photographs I have come across on Trek Earth. It would be difficult to choose a favourite image in your gallery, but I would guess this one to be it. While appreciating the overall view of the scene I overlooked the Gentoo Penguins. They offer the best possible size comparison, proving that the landscape is indeed immense. I can only imagine the hardships you would have faced as a photographer in this journey; from the glare on the ice, to the movement of the vessels, extreme cold, and precipitation falling on the lens - plenty of things to try and hinder you from taking shots of this elusive place. But you have persevered and provided us with a gorgeous piece. I can not comprehend the startling beauty of the infinite hues of blue. I will particularly enjoy critiquing any future shots you bring us of this dazzling place. Exceptional.

Matt

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• jjcordier (12642)
• [2008-01-05 5:40]

Quelle beauté, Adam! Un lieu magique et un photographe de talent, voilà la recette d'un petit chef d'oeuvre.
Bonne année 2008 avec mes remerciements pour la création de ce site si apprécié.
JJ

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• tehanu_f (4686)
• [2008-01-05 7:09]

I've been waiting for you Antarctica shots since I read in Photographers Monthly that you were going on a trip. I can imagine what a mindblowing place it is and you are so very lucky to have been there. Your photo is excellent as usual. Congrats.
Fusun

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• Cormac (24503)
• [2008-01-05 8:59]

Wow, what a landscape this is! It looks absolutely primordial, like stepping back into the ice age. Huge chunks of ice and dramatic rock faces, and no sign of man. The light is extraordinary, you were right to abandon dinner to be able to catch this. Amazing, and I can't wait to see more from this place!

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• rgarrigus (2800)
• [2008-01-05 9:14]

Welcome back Adam!

I have been checking daily for new posts from your Antarctic trip after seeing one you posted to ePhotozine. Very grandiose scene beautifully seen and captured. The colors are ethereal and the penguins in the foreground really add life and scale.

I am envious!

Bob G.

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• capthaddock (27519)
• [2008-01-05 10:03]

Oh my. The most fascinating continent and Adam Burton make an explosive combination. I can't wait to see the rest. The tiny penguins add a punch disproportionate to their size. Is it me or is the horizon slightly tilted ccw?

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• gneufeld (7854)
• [2008-01-05 15:03]

Hi Adam,
Awesome shot of what looks like an absolutely awesome place to visit. I am in disbelief as to the magnitude of the glaciers given the size of those penguins! Great colors and superb composition in spite of working hand held. Great work and TFS. Gerald

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• wishlist (2520)
• [2008-01-05 15:19]

Hi Adam,
I've bought today the book "Landcape photographer of the year" and seen a couple of your pictures..so I guess I'll see this one in the next book! :o)
Stunning picture; the view is just breathtaking with all the iceberg floating on the placid water. Amazing colours and tones as well as the amazing quality you've delivered!
Thank you

Igor

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• michael625 (0)
• [2008-01-05 20:10]

great. a pleasure for the eye.

m

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• Corthyll (83)
• [2008-01-05 23:22]

An excellently framed and composed image. I have been obsessed with Antarctica for many years now and will get there some day even if it kills me. The only thing I might change with this image is the saturation in the sky. It has a tendency to overpower the clouds and affects the detail within them. Clarity in the rest of the image however is perfect.

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• bbortacina (30)
• [2008-01-06 4:01]

very ımpressıve

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• Dyerco (4379)
• [2008-01-06 8:27]

Wonderfully composed with the ice floes in the FG. Marvellous colour and reflections.
Great shot Adam. Hope your dinner didn't get too cold.
Phil

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• regis (1856)
• [2008-01-06 16:06]

Congratulations on your trip Adam
Amazing place and amazing scale.
I remember a lot of your wide-angle shots but this one is also a great one.
I like your composition but I have two remarks :
1) I think your photo is slightly titled to the left (if you check some reflections on the water you'll notice a slight tilt)
2) The sky part in the upper left corner doesn't look good. It's too noisy to my taste, which is quite dissapointing taking into account the equippment you've used.
Beside that a very nice shot Adam
Regards, Piotr

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• DLM (6332)
• [2008-01-08 9:11]

Hi Adam,
Sounds like you had a wonderful trip ,this image is wonderful, theres always a buzz when you post an image here on TE, i cant wait to see the others,TFS
Dave.

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• miketelemark (1330)
• [2008-01-08 11:45]

WOW!!! Awesome photograph! I appreciate this even more after understanding the conditions there. What a great experience that must have been.

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• vikous (1784)
• [2008-01-09 4:48]

Hello Adam,
how are you keeping after such a great trip? I believe it must have been amazing experience! This photo is stunning, penguins perfectly give me the scale and only thanks to them i can really appreciate the enormousness of this place. I can see in your equipment Canon 1DSmkIII...is this your new camera? If it's, congratulations and i'm wishing you countless number of great shots!
best regards,
viktor

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• westernisles (684)
• [2008-01-09 5:29]

Hi Adam,
great shot as usually.
I read about your trip in Antrctica and I was wating your pictures!!!!!
I hope you will send more.
Regards
Christian

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• flatwin (1300)
• [2008-01-11 0:34]

bonjour,

magnifique prise de vue - décor rare et immaculé -
Merci de ce partage

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• westozman (1460)
• [2008-01-12 22:06]

G'day Adam!
I wouldn't have expected anything less from the hands of a true landscape artist: where's the rest of the pics, please - don't keep us waiting!!!
Warm regards,
Jeff

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• lucinka (8888)
• [2008-01-13 7:55]

Hello Adam, Welcome back from your travels !! I'm still jealous but still have a hope I'll make it there myself. I've seen this shot on facebook already and it is definitely my favorite one. Amazing light, colors and place !! Great you could bring it back and share it with us. All the best with all future projects. Lucie

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• arturo (1603)
• [2008-01-13 14:16]

Hi Adam,

a dreamlike place...superb reflections in water...prime elements at play...this image just asks to grab some of the floating ice to put it into a glass and pour some vodka over it;-)...i really hope that despite the rather odd remark to you other post you won't be "hanging your boots up" on TE...cheers, arturo

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• danielswalsh (12177)
• [2008-01-13 16:52]

Wow- you DO get around Adam, don't you!

Antarctica- amazing choice for a photographic voyage- yet I'm not too surprised that you'd take on such a mission. I've seen some NAT GEO shots from Antartica, and it looks truly amazing.

I find it interesting to hear your insight into shooting without the tripod, as you mentioned- you specialize in landscape photography with a tripod in most instances.

Wow, I only now just noticed the small penguins on the forground ice- that really brings things into scale!
Maybe it's just me Adam, but is this shot slightly tilted to the left?

All the best for 2008 Adam!
- Dan

P.S.- I hope you stick around here on TE Adam. Don't let the comments of a few, get to you mate...

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• Stepan (23568)
• [2008-01-14 22:05]

It must be so amazing to discover this frozen world... Simply impressive, simply attractive...
Stéphane

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• jean11-3 (2023)
• [2008-01-15 11:50]

Hello Adam,the colours in this shot are incredible.The penguins really help us to appreciate the scale of this place.Beautiful highlights on the mountains and wonderful reflections.
Your excitement for the place comes across in this shot.
Tfs, regards Jean.

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• Signal-Womb (8615)
• [2008-01-15 14:20]

Well this one is awesome and very much the Antarctic mood to it. The little details of Penguins is a fantastic bonus and more so if viewed as a large print I would imagine. Excellent work.

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• lucasgalodoido (7498)
• [2008-01-16 20:06]

Olá Adam,
muito bonita essa captura suas, as cores formam um belo contraste e o refelxo ficou maravilhoso, ótimo trabalho no continente do gelo!
Parabéns e Abraço!

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• jsec (2050)
• [2008-01-16 20:59]

One of the best I've seen here. Well done Adam.

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• humayun (424)
• [2008-01-17 6:44]
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• marrty (154)
• [2008-01-20 3:36]

Hi Adam,
Wow, this one is really nice. The landscape is huge and overwhelming, as the penguins indicate. Well done. Martijn

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• aswat (47)
• [2008-01-22 0:14]

Whouah !

this is a great composition ! And the scale is incredible. If you had not mentioned it, I wouldn't have realized there were penguins.

I particularly enjoy the reflexion of the mountain in the water and the many details that you've captured.

Thanks a lot for sharing with us such a great moment...

Regards,

Adrien

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• Ann75 (0)
• [2008-02-03 22:04]

Hi Adam,

Wow, what can I say about such a stunning shot? It has everyting: beautiful sky, some clouds, mountains, ice, reflections, etc. Great POV with amazing light, colors and details! Excellent work, Adam!

Greetings,
Ann

PS: A very belated Happy New Year to you and your family! May 2008 bring you luck, happiness, good health and many photo opportunities! :-)

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• anes_lc (12926)
• [2008-02-13 14:29]

hi adam
for sure was a challenge ...but with such beauty around hard to not try the best
if we aspect to see great shot from this places ..couldn't be someone else able to do better job then you :)
is a dream for me to have the chance to see with my eyes this place ..but until then i must thank you for such fantastic picture
best regards,anes

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• lilimih33 (9072)
• [2008-02-17 12:30]

Hello Adam!
Wowww! Incredible this place!!!!!
Fantastic colours and great detail and clarity!
Lovely reflexion!
Just amazing!
Best regards!
Lili

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• XavierJamonet (1173)
• [2008-02-21 14:56]

Hi Adam,

Amazing picture with great colors and composition. Without the Penguins, I wouldn't have imagined that the icebergs were so big!
Thanks for sharing!
Xavier

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• ruisc_pt (3965)
• [2008-02-26 10:11]

Incredible and stunning images you got there Adam
It's astonishing the way one can see the ice underwater in the "small2iceberg with the penguins..
TFS really
H
Rui

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• ViktorVaughn (1359)
• [2008-03-23 21:04]

I don't know if I've ever seen so many shades of blue in one photo before Adam. This is definitely a beautiful place, and I like the scale shown from the penguins. This is much better than eating dinner, so thanks.

Regards,
David

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• afshin339 (302)
• [2008-04-18 12:13]

Hello Adam
I'm exciting when I look to your shot!!.That is amazing and beautiful shot.Details in your shot are wonderful and nice.Also contrast and colors are excellent.Also clouds over mountains are perfect.
I really like your beautiful shot.

Well done.
afshin.

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• Rodrigues (780)
• [2008-04-28 1:43]

Amazing landscape. Glad you brought us this world, so different from what we're used to.
Yeah, different of what I've got used to from your shots, but amazing too.
I'm green of envy of your 1DSMk3, but happy, once it will help you to show us the world...I'm egger to see those Patagonia shots, my "wish to visit" nº1 place.

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• andywo (1131)
• [2008-05-09 13:24]

Hi Adam
What a picturesque view! The sky, sea and mountains are very beautiful. I like the colours and composition too. Well done.
TFS!
Andy