Moon over Toronto Photo

Photographer’s Note

This is Toronto Downtown from the Humber Bay park.
I like the way there seems to be such contrast between the moonlight that seems to render tranquility to the heart and mind as opposed to the chaotic and hurried life that is going on in in the city at distance.

You can also see another photo from the same place that I posted on TL. I like the way moonlight seems to be shining on the ice on the rocks at bottom of my photo on TL.

Here are some Quick Facts about Toronto from wikipedia:
Toronto is Canada's largest city by population. The population of the Toronto Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) is estimated at 5,304,100 in 2005 (Statistics Canada). Residents of Toronto are called Torontonians (in French: Torontois). About one-sixth of all Canadian jobs lie within the city limits. Toronto is one of the world's most multicultural cities.

DEDICATIONS
For my next 5-10 posts, I intend to make dedications to other members on TE whose critiques and photos in their gallery have helped me in getting good ideas. These dedications would be in no hierachical order.

Today's photo, I would like to dedicate to the sweetheart of TE "Claire". During my time on TE, I have not always agreed with what she says about my photos, but I do have always valued her critiques on my photos. She has acquainted me with a POV on my photos that I was'nt always aware of. I have always appreciated her critiques. I like the fact that she writes from the heart rather than mumble about the technical gibberish of the photo (Tehcnicalities of photography that she is not much aware of .... ;-))
Claire, Forgive me for this small pun in the end.

I think that Claire does'nt really like to do this kind of easy photography where everything is just visible, and nothing is left to the imagination of the viewers, but since there is a beautiful moon in this photo, i wanted to dedicate this photo to her since she is afterall claire de lune ;-))
Future Plan: I still have take a shot with panning technique that Claire took a considerable time to explain me aboout.

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Critiques | Translate

weswang (18223) 2006-02-25 22:24

Hi Sarju, A beautiful blue tone picture. You have well captured the blue sky with the beautiful full moon and its reflections. A nice capture of the city outline. The smoothed water in the same color with the sky made this picture very attractive. Well done.
PS: Thanks you for making the public announcement of the special dedication.

jammer79 (2666) 2006-02-25 22:32

Hi Sarju,

great night shot. In higher resolution I can imagine it on the wall. ;o)

yas_ank (6) 2006-02-25 22:38

Hi Sarju.
Good shot, congratulations.
Regards.

Yasin...

singuanti (15240) 2006-02-25 22:53

Hi Sarju. Wow did this turn out great. I love the smooth water that comes from an 8 second exposure. Impeccable sharpness and no noise to be found. I've seen this skyline numerous times on TE but never quite like this. Awesome shot Sarju!

dlavoie72 (1237) 2006-02-25 22:56

What a great picture with this deep and beautifull blue! It looks like a city under the see! The reflection of the moon is also wonderfull! Je crois que Clairedelune sera heureuse d'avoir cette photo dédié à elle!

Bravo!

shiva_sg (600) 2006-02-25 23:44

Hi Sarju,

Great shot. You have shown the skyline of Toronto beautifully. I love the way you have worked with the blue tone on the full frame. Looks like the skyline of the city is floating on the water. Also the reflection of the moonlight is nice. TFS.

Clairedelune (4883) 2006-02-26 1:31

Hi Sarju!

I will speak for Claire.

As you may be aware of, she is since a few weeks in her hibernation (maybe learning the technicalities you are referring to!). So, as I see all pictures representing myself, I told her about your picture, and the dedication. If you could see her right now! She is speechless. And deeply touched... Ah! The human nature!...

I see that you finally tamed Poseidon (in reference to your picture "I got completely drenched for this"). I know, we are not from the same Pantheon, Poseidon and me, but Claire couldn't knew about Varuna. I also see that Surya is still around, since the last light of the sun are nicely warming up the buildings of that city. A very beautiful picture Sarju!

Here is the only thing Claire was capable of after seing your picture. She listened to the song of Sting, "Sister Moon":
Sister moon will be my guide
In your blue blue shadows I would hide
All good people asleep tonight
I'm all by myself in your silver light
I would gaze at your face the whole night through
I'd go out of my mind, but for you...

Chandra (the Moon, la Lune)

Wirraway (1985) 2006-02-26 1:52

Very nice night shot Sarju, well balanced composition with good exposure, informative note, excellent work.

Regards Ian
Townsville, Nth Queensland

ramesh_lalwani (3209) 2006-02-26 2:18

Blue sky and sea and on top of it sky scapers look fantastic.Woderful to see 8 sec exposre.Congratulations
Ramesh

partha (13655) 2006-02-26 3:31

Nice Blue tinted atmosphere.So nice and beyond description.

xavshot (61947) 2006-02-26 3:45

Hello Sarju
très belle vue ! les reflets de la lune sont magnifiques. J'aime beaucoup la lumière sur la ville et comment les bâtiments avancent dans l'eau. C'est très beau
Xavier

ndb1958 (9228) 2006-02-26 5:26

Hi Sarju,
a wonderful night shot. The great BLUE!
Great composition.
Nino

riclopes (32869) 2006-02-26 7:29

Hi Sarju,
A very beautiful blue photo. Yes, I think that this kind of panoramic views of the downtowns, allways give such a special tranquility, in contrast with the urban caos (I remember the famous view over Hong Kong). The special lighting of the moon (it's really big and shining so nicely) is well captured and works very well for the atmosphere you described. I like very much the smoothnes of the image. Congratulations!
I allways apreciated members that makes special references to other members. It goes with the sharing I so much like in this site. Very well done, mate!
Cheers,
Ricardo

toni_al (15430) 2006-02-26 8:03

Hi Sarju
Wuaooooo excellent cadrage est tout ce bleu est vraiment beau, magnifique reflet de la lune, est superbe exposition de la ville. Favorit :-)
@+ Toni

dsolarov (422) 2006-02-26 9:32

Hi Sarju,
Beautiful photo. I like the calm blu effect it has. Great work.
Dragana

john_c (24635) 2006-02-26 12:24

Hi Sarju,
Quite an amazing shot. This takes the so-called "blue hour" to a new level! I love the moon's reflection on the water, the richness of the tones, and the proportion of twinkling cityscape in the distance. Congratulations on this one, Sarju. It is a keeper.
John

cherryripe (18830) 2006-02-26 14:46

Hi Sarju
I really like your shots of the Toronto skyline. They are always so spectacular. The reflection of the moon on the blue water is very pretty. The city seems so peaceful.
Regards Nikki

vincent24 (9038) 2006-02-26 16:24

Salut Sarju,
I think you've choose the right moment,the low ending day sun and the full moon over the city,i'am sure here's not a lot of days to make that photo,thanks for sharing,
vincent

Henryk_Bilor (20365) 2006-02-26 18:24

Hello Sarju
Beautiful blue picture. Amazing town and nice reflections of the Moon.
I like it.
Regards

timleahy (2189) 2006-02-26 19:21

Great shot Sarju! I love the blue colour in sky and water. One to add to my favourites.

I always thought that a long exposure time like 8 seconds with a full moon would totally overexpose the image?

...tim

danielswalsh (13297) 2006-02-26 21:36

Hello Sarju;

Sorry for the delay in getting around to your shots. Been busy with a lot of different things, and neglecting my "TE responsibilites" Hahah...
You captured awesome light with this shot. The prominent blue of the sky and the water, capturing the last light of the day, and the rise of the bright moon.
My only suggestion is more a photoshop one... I would have been tempted to "shift" the moon to about the same height as the tip of the CN tower. To make for a slightly tighter composition.

Cheers Sarju!
- Dan

rosaline (0) 2006-02-27 6:57

Hi Sarju
A great shot of this great city. I never went to Humber Bay park so missed this one. The blue is beautiful and the inclusion of the moon is a nice added touch. Well done and nicely presented.
Cheers
Aubrey

cengiz (3581) 2006-02-27 7:45

very very good night shot greetings
cengiz

rbcy1974 (20742) 2006-02-27 11:44

Hello Sarju
And this one you can sell as a postcard,
really its picture perfect, the blue tones are amazing as is the moon,
really well done
Regards
Daniel

cam (8880) 2006-02-27 16:48

I Sarju
Ah,here's a photo that I can understand,but what,no more experiment that will surprise me?I hope not.
Nice of you of thinking about Claire,I hope her break will not last too long.
You did everything following the rules.
The result is "enchanté"I could look at it without end.
J'ai remarqué que ton français s'est grandement amélioré,c'est magnifique.
Bonne soirée
Charles

Loeina (2) 2006-02-28 20:30

oi sarju
sup ... quite a wicked photo you have here ..
nice to see you making it soo big on TE
bye for now
btw .. i just wanted to say hi and let you know that next time you are in my city ... feel free to drop by my place ... we will have some fun :-X ..... L xxx

don_narayan (2014) 2006-02-28 20:45

Wow, Sarju. I don't know how I missed this photo. it is really amazing, such a fantastic view and the reflection of the moonlight in the water is excellent. Great work.

Narayan

PixelTerror (86036) 2006-03-02 3:46

Hi Sarju,
I nearly missed that one, with no doubt an appropriate post to our Claire de lune !
Great framing and a subtle lighting of the skyline buildings give it a definite appeal.
Have a nice day,
Jean-Yves

aloyho (6105) 2006-03-02 8:28

Hi Sarju,
My congratulations for this wonderful shot and the one who took this with such sensitivity and skills. Indeed the moon showered that tranquil feeling. I love the lights from the buildings and the reflection rounded up this very entertaining scene. Brilliantly taken!! Have a pleasant day.

Leksand (708) 2006-03-02 11:47

Hi Sarju. I just love the mood in this wonderful nightshot! The blue colourtone and the moonlight are so brilliant. The composition is great too. A very fine photograph!

Deepforest (8813) 2006-03-02 17:07

Hi Sarju,
Fantastic shot in blue colour!! Excellent composition and details. Both the moon and the reflection look wonderfuly and mythicaly... Congratulations! You have done an excellent job here.
Regards,
Andrzej

nmess (2285) 2006-03-02 23:24

Very nice Sarju. What a great use of long exposure to catch such as sight. The overall blueness of the water and sky overpowers all with a wonderful effect.

fabio_ts (13672) 2006-03-03 3:29

Impressive and lovely picture Sarju, fantastic colors, POV and definition.. a great, great work my friend, compliments!!

nice weekend,
Fabio.

:o) later

alainh (35349) 2006-03-03 4:40

hello Sarju
Not easy take the moon and city without Bracketting.
but here, you make a nice capture. i like the pink and blue colours.
very nice and good note
have a good day
alain

atus (15452) 2006-03-03 5:51

Hi Sarju,
this is a fantastic picture of Toronto's skyline with wonderful colors and an excellent compo with the moon and its reflection on the water.Compliments and thanks for the visit!
Attila

dHitman (0) 2006-03-03 6:37

Hi Sarju,
What a beauty! Simple and clean composition that work really well and of course the moon and it's reflection. TFS!

feather (49848) 2006-03-03 11:54

This is a beautiful image Sarju. The moon and its reflection are well placed in the composition. Did you set the WB to tungsten (incandescent)? However you did it the blue tones are wonderful.
Kath

bertolucci (11976) 2006-03-03 13:48

An almost overpowering blue here Sarju, in this very well composed city scape. The skyline of Toronto looks great here and the velvetty apect of the water is the icing on the cake. Very good!
Have a nice weekend,
Bert

devimeuxbe (55681) 2006-03-04 11:09

Bonjour Sarju
Je n'avais pas vu cette image splendide avec une lune qui brille comme un soleil.
C4est très réussi.
AMicalement
BErtrand

Tue (25608) 2006-03-04 14:50

Hej Sarju,
What a stunning night shot! I love the blue colour as well as the moon and its reflection. The city looks also great with all its lights. Very well captured!
Hilsner,
Lars

ramesh432 (181) 2006-03-04 21:31

Hi sarju,
Simply super and nice colours with night effect.
Tfs
Regards
Ramesh

alego (277) 2006-03-05 15:46

Hi Sarju,
Very nice deep blue evening atmosphere. Moon and it's reflection in the water are very effective and balance well with buildings in the left portion of image. I also like sunset reflection on buildings. They stand out and complement blue sky.

Compliments,
Goran

greg64g (11193) 2006-03-06 6:16

hello Sarju

this is a new great scenery from Toronto. that's a superb shot for this tonal range.

cheers
greg

banyanman (7716) 2006-03-07 11:22

Impressive image, Sarju, with very well balanced composition and excellent sharpness for such a long exposure. Did you consider using a graduated neutral density filter to try and reduce the over-exposure of the moon? (That's something I''ve learnt from other TEers!) Cheers . . . David

kclai (2267) 2006-03-08 22:00

Hi Sarju
What an artistic shot. With the color toning and the moon brightening the evening sky makes everything jisy perfectly cool and excellent.
Well, with such compact camera and with such excellent image, you are making us, SLR user running for the money!
Cheers and well done.
Eric Lai

sergio1 (12150) 2006-03-10 11:32

Hi sarju
Interestins night shot. Good compo and resolution.
Well done.
Sergio

Fixfocus (9377) 2006-03-10 14:06

Hi Sarju,
I guess this shot was taken in the morning.It´s great to have the first sunrays on the skyline and also this big moon above.The reflection on the water is a great detail.
Have a nice weekend,
Hermann

jhm (81817) 2006-03-11 4:31

Hi Sarju,
I'm agree with the note about the technical answer on TE, indeed a lot people see not the technical of the photo, I like always of pictures where written a note why the different of the photo.
This is a wonderful picture with absolutely excellent view about the city, you placing very nice the moon above what the picture make very attractive.
Thanks a lot for your comment during your visit.
Have a nice weekend,
John.

rabdelnoor (2973) 2006-03-12 20:50

Hi Sarju,
You really did very well here. The exposure time is just perfect, getting a wonderful and sharpned skyline without overexposing the full moon. Very nicely done and very nice note too.
My best regards,
Ricardo

elBud (2211) 2006-03-13 11:17

beautiful, nice night shot, great composition, congratulations.

thebig_d81 (777) 2006-03-13 11:58

You make Toronto more and more apetizing. A fantastic landscape shot of a great city. It almost seems like you have the sunset still hitting the buildings? Love the rich blue colours.
Well done
Darren

talikf (1290) 2006-03-20 11:19

Hi Sarju, I think I missed this picture last time I visited your gallery, it is really nice! I love the colors and the reflection of the moon is just great. Tali

marieaude (1196) 2006-03-20 14:14

Hello, great bleu photo. Every thing is bleu less the city just in the middle. It is a good composition. I am sad that with my camara I don't know how to do such photo...
It's nice to shre it, Thanks Sarju.

poulinp (4464) 2006-03-21 21:27

Wonderful light, The view is superb. Excellent!

capthaddock (28640) 2006-03-22 10:10

Hi Sarju - excellent timing, I like the way the moon is captured together with the sun's reflections on the buildings, the colours of the sky is just perfect, any improvement can only be made by nature, such as more clouds.

rafelito (3645) 2006-03-23 21:36

Hi Sarju
This another shot that I can´t explain her effects in my eyes.Excellent and thanks for showme, this great vew.
regards
Rafael

asanak (1972) 2006-05-02 4:49

dear sarju
Very nice night shot !The great BLUE!
Regards
asana

nicoz (1963) 2006-05-16 4:38

Hi!
Looks like a futuristic star-wars shot. Everything's blue but a couple of buildings emerging from the blue toward... the blue. The moon, huge, reflecting on the surface of the lake. Very atmospheric shot if I can say so. Makes me want to listen to my favorite record: kind of blue (Miles Davis)
Nicolas

chaity (1539) 2006-06-03 4:59

Hi Sarju, what a cool looking skyline photo with the added touch of the moon.
BTW, light blue is my favourite color too.

rajhema (1863) 2006-07-10 13:35

Gorgeous picture of the downtown. You know to place the subjects in right place for a perfect picture. This would be a great wall hanging portrait of the downtown.

Rajesh