The Mystic Waters of Shangri La Photo

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The Mystic Waters of Shangri La. A hidden paradise in a rarely visited corner of the Himalayas.

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sergecross (3438) 2007-07-17 8:36

Mike, iike the exposition between the sky and the grass. I like the sky color tones and also the tranquility. Excellent shot!
sergio

rajhema (1863) 2007-07-17 8:43

Such a nice picture Mike. Very artistic and rich colors. Timing is good and sharpness is excellent. Good poster picture.
TFS
Rajesh

avene (10924) 2007-07-17 8:49

fantastic colours, I must admit that this is how I've always imagined Shangri La, so the title is right on. I also like your point of view, it allows the eye of the viewer to follow the river into the photo and towards the distant mountains. may be it would be an improvement to make the photo more panoramic, since the photo feels a bit tight right now, but that's not a major point.

on a different note - it would've been interesting to know what settings you used, since the exposure must've been pretty long. ND filter?

best,
Kristine

livinitout (938) 2007-07-17 8:50

Wow. What a beautiful view. This deffinitely is one of my favorites. I have never been to this particular corner of the world but I think you may have done the place justice. The colours are well selected and the capture and framing are well done. The creek leads the viewer directly into the picture and invites us to follow us into the mountains. It looks magical.

Nepalidude (13) 2007-07-17 9:23 [Comment]

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lulululu2003 (413) 2007-07-17 9:32

Hi mike,
It really looks like a paradise!
The details of the mountain and the grassland are so well captured while the water is smoothened by the long exposure. The only thing I want to critizise is the small size of this masterpiece. Well done!

Regards
lulu

happypoppeye (4060) 2007-07-17 9:37

Very nice Mike. Great dramatic color and excellent composition. I especially like the clouds and sky. Nice depth to the photo also with the river running through it.

Great landscape shot.
John

hetal18 (13) 2007-07-17 9:57

Beautiful photo! Feels like I am watching "Lord of the rings" movie :-)

sibillino (377) 2007-07-17 11:02

Hi Mike, is a photo that watching donates it peace and serenity. Optimal colors are a true paradise. Sandro

blow (672) 2007-07-17 12:39

superbe travail, une perfection, a se demander si cette photo a été prise dans un rêve magnifique, très beau... félicitation et bonne continuation

recepyuksel (17786) 2007-07-17 12:40 [Comment]

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sowhat (981) 2007-07-17 13:31

Great view and absolutely superb colors. I like the perspective lines and the relation between the elements : mountain slopes, river shapes, clouds. Great composition!
TFS,
Ioana

amoriconi2 (1030) 2007-07-17 15:21

Hello Mike,
I don't know (if and) how much PP is in the photo but is absolutely great and gorgeous. Great light, colors and composition. A real corner of paradise.
TFS
Regards,
Alberto.

Starscream (890) 2007-07-17 16:03

Hi Mike,
Great composition with good details and excellent POV. I like how the river leads the view towards the trees and the mountains. Also the sky looks really dramatic.
Thanks for sharing,
Christianna

murattepe1 (75) 2007-07-19 7:39

that is really mystic water i can t believe this original wery good job you my fauvorite

ruoyan (11) 2007-07-19 19:30 [Comment]

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irishkiwi (88) 2007-07-19 19:34

It's stunning. Surreal in it's beauty. The colours are incredible. It looks like a mythical other world. Beautiful composition, leading the eye to the sun hitting the snowy peaks. Makes me want to travel there. Thank you for sharing it.

touristdidi (8561) 2007-07-21 9:26 [Comment]

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whereami (1427) 2008-05-08 15:02

This is a wonderful photo. The composition is just great with the mountain framed by the valley sides and the river mirroring the sky. Technically, it looks absolutely spot on exposure-wise, and the colours and clarity really catch the eye. The only tiny thing I don't like is that little splash of water in the bottom right corner. But it's such a small thing and just my opinion.

saikotic (114) 2008-08-26 4:46