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Dataran Helang


Dataran Helang
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Copyright: Jusni Nasirun (jusninasirun) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1196 W: 169 N: 1465] (5924)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-03-29
Categories: Daily Life
Camera: Nikon D40, Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm, Hoya 52mm Circular polarizer
Exposure: f/9.0, 1/320 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-04-22 1:20
Viewed: 618
Points: 70
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Hello friends in TE.

Dataran Helanag (Eagle Square)

Eagle Square is an impressive landmark, with its monumental 12-metre high giant eagle signifying the Lang or brown eagle from which Langkawi got its name. The gigantic statue of the reddish brown eagle beside the Kuah jetty, poised for flight, marks a dramatic welcome to visitors approaching the island by sea. It will be know no coincidence if you look up at the blue skies and spot a live eagle soaring majestically, as the islands are home to a large number of eagles.

According to folkfore, Langkawi got its name from the eagle or Lang ( short name for Helang in Malay ). In Malay, Kawi is the name of a crimson red manganese stone used as a chalk to mark goods. Hence Langkawi denotes Reddish Brown Eagle. Besides the impressive statue of the eagle , this 19-acre park features well-landscaped gardens with scenic ponds and decorative bridges. At night , under the glow of bright lights the Eagle Square proves to be just as impressive. Thanks for viewing.

Regards.


EXIF Data

Make NIKON CORPORATION
Model NIKON D40
Software Adobe Photoshop CS3 Windows
Exposure Time 1/320
F-Stop f/9.0
ISO Speed Ratings 200
Focal Length 26 mm
Date Taken 2008-03-29 13:38
Metering Mode Pattern
File Size 165 kb
© jusni nasirun 2008

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Hi Jusni,
Yes that is a very impressive eagle! Excellent composition and unique POV! Like the way the trees frame the top and provide shadows on the ground. Nice touch. Gorgeous blues.
Always, thanks so much for sharing. Defintely a place I would love to visit!
Laura

Hello Jusni,

That is one huge eagle! This place seem very pretty and popular. The view is clean with the mountains creating such a beautiful background. Nice colour saturation and sharpness. I like the inclusion of the person on the bench to add more life to the view. Thanks Jusni.

Roberto

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  • daddo Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1641 W: 29 N: 1674] (7719)
  • [2008-04-22 2:56]

Salam Jusni. Interesting spot. Nice balance to the scene with the eagle on one side matched by the person on the other.Nice tropical colours and diffused light. The shadowy shapes of the tree's branches liven up the foreground. Regards. Klaudio.

hi Jusni

Superb shot and great pov to use natural framing at top and bottom, perhaps I would crop most of the floor shadow to make it less distractive. The ealge has landed and it is a good subject.

An imitation was built in Sibu's riverfront for a swan but mistakenly facing inward to landside, IMO.

tfs, bill

Hi Jusni,beautifull perspective,i like a lot the colours of water and the bird,i wish to be sitting on the long chair as the boy into your pic..ehehe...very nice place,thanks for share,Luciano

Hello Jusni! Wonderful POV, marvelous perspective. Fantastic scene. Ideal moment. Good work. Well done!

Jusni,
an intriguing composition with the first impression that you caught an eagle in the middle of flying through the scene. Only after looking some time into your shot I get the real moment. Good twist! I like the bench at the very left side with the person sitting and contemplating the view. It almost gives the impression that I'm sitting there.
Peter

Hi, Jusni,
what a great photo! If I hadn't read your note, I would have thought that was a live eagle flying into the shot. The framing is wonderful in this and I love the light and shadow in the FG. I envy the person sitting there enjoying that incredible view. Beautifully done! Many thanks and kindest wishes,
Shelly

A great capture Jusni,
a wonderful timing for catch the eagle... and ...I like the man on the bench... (the next victim?... :o))...
great POV too, ...really a fine work!!

have a nice day,
Fabio.

Hi Jusni,

perfect timing, great landscape. The composition is a pleasant seen. The inclusion of the eagle is the final touch indeed. It looks you took this image from a fantasy book. :) Very well done!
Regards,
Carlos

Hi Jusni,
A marvelous composition with a lot of details,blue mountains, blue water, flowers and a people sitting on the bench.Very beautiful.
Regards
maria

Hello Jusni,
A lovely seaside scenery!
I had to look twice to figure out the eagle, hehehe...
Attractive colours and a well balanced composition, the palm branches are cleverly used for framing the view!
Greetings,
Pablo -

Abang,
Many thanks for sharing the icon of Langkawi!
Nicely framed with branches on top and a relaxing chair to have a beautiful view towards the far horizon!
good clarity, colour and details
well done
best regards
Tony

Hi Jusni,

I like your observation here resulting in a carefully composed photo with several interesting elements - the shadow pattern, man sitting on the bench, foliage framing and of course the position of the eagle. At first sight the eagle appears to be a real one just about to land before your D40. I couldnt believe my eyes that you were that lucky! But then I realised the truth. This is truely an outstanding shot!

I would totally disagree with any suggestion to crop out the shadow pattern which provides a good and beautiful FG details. But I think a little cropping on the right would be justified to exclude part of a small tree trunk.

Good work

Regards
Alfred

hi jusni
you are some magician, right? the way you captured the flying bird, is superb. the timming is just perfect. the shadows seems to be playing it own part. the coconut tree leaves peeping from both top corners is fascinating. good capture...

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  • gary91 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1989 W: 485 N: 2900] (13167)
  • [2008-04-22 22:18]

Hello Jusni,
A very nice place and a funny statue. This huge eagle seems frozen at the point of taking off. Good composition and nice usage of the trees at the top as a natural frame. I like as well the inclusion of the man on the bench and I wish I could seat here for a moment ;-)
Have a nice day.
Best regards, Christian

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  • thiv56 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 166 W: 57 N: 228] (1372)
  • [2008-04-22 23:19]

Hello Jusni!

Great composition and beautiful bright colours! TFS.

Hi Jusni,
Wonderful and peaceful atnosphere. The blue of the sea and sky, the sharpness look superb.
Best regards. Salvator.

Hi Jusni
Beautiful shot well composed. I liked this man seating in that bank that he seems concentrated and relaxed observing the landscape. Good POV, colors and framing. Good job, friend. Best regards, Consuelo

Wonderful place, this could be a lake in sother Switzerland, albeit much much hotter, I like the lone figure and the way the shadows of the branches fill the fg.

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  • adores Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2548 W: 48 N: 3527] (11369)
  • [2008-04-23 18:40]

Hi Jusni!
This is a really good composition. I like the bench on the left side with the lonely person just sitting there and enjoying the view around.The ginat eagle is a nice detail and colours are very good.

Hi Jusni,
very impressive image
excellent light control and colours
my compliments

Hi Jusni,

unusual monument for my abitudes, excellent composition, with the man on the bench and eagle at the end of the bay.

Well done!

Gio

~Perfect composition! for a beautiful and strong subject.

I just wish you didn't put your signature on the photo, perhaps on its frame like you usually do.

Regards.
DA

perfect things happens here..!!a magic moment..the shadows and the colors is superb story in to the fact

nf

Very impressive photo, love the eagle and the overall composition of this shot. Well done.
Regards,
Kevin

Hello Jusni,
This is a beautiful well composed shot accompanied by a interesting note. Nice colour, sharpness & detail, like the man sitting on the bench, he must be enjoying the fantastic view,
Well captured.
My regards
Santo

Hello Jusni!
Great picture taken in the exactly right moment. You captured a fantastic scene here.
Also nice colors, good contrast and a fine feeling of depth.
Jonas

Hey Jusni,
A lovely picture with excellent vivid colors. At first I thought that a bird was flying into the scene. It was only after I had read your note that I actually realized what I was looking at. Perfect composition. Congratulations!!!
Greetings,
Natasha

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  • stego Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3438 W: 584 N: 4487] (13694)
  • [2008-04-27 15:07]

Hi Jusni,
It's a beautiful view, with a very pleasant atmosphere, probably much enhanced by the presence of the man on the bench. The framing is wonderful and it would be so even without the flying bird, but having caught it certainly makes it very special.
Regards, José.

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  • Angshu Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4793 W: 166 N: 7358] (23946)
  • [2008-04-27 20:59]

Hello Jusni
There are multiple elements in this shot which makes this attractive. the shadows are like a web in the FG. Well placed, the man on the bench, off-centre to the left. The statue of the Eagle adds a lot as well. Just wondering, where's the base of the statue? Good work Jusni
Best Regards
Angshu

Hi Jusni,
Well composed and good timing to have ce bird, nice landscape and good effect with these shadows on the ground.

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  • JCG Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3180 W: 401 N: 4495] (16084)
  • [2008-04-28 11:17]

Hi Jusni,

This eagle is impressive and one would say almost a true bird !!! A sight very nicely made up, I like much the balance of the image and the good management of the lights with these shades in the foreground which create a beautiful graphic effect. The place is really pleasant, thank you Jusni.

With all my friendships and with soon,

Jean-Charles

Hello Jusni!
Lovely place! Beautiful BG, nice composition! Wonderful colors, lights and shadows!
TFS, Best regards, Zorica

Jusni, lovely capture - well compossed- crystal clear. i like the way this photo is framed and has a great depth to it - wonderful - congrats - thanks for your critique :)

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