Garden of the Gods II Photo

Photographer’s Note

A late afternoon shot of the monolithic red rocks, known as the "Garden of the Gods", just outside the town of Colorado Springs.

"The name of the park dates back to August 1859 when two surveyors helping to set up nearby Colorado City were exploring the nearby areas. Upon discovering the site, one of the surveyors, M. S. Beach, suggested that it would be a "capital place for a beer garden." His companion, the young Rufus Cable, awestruck by the impressive rock formations, exclaimed, "Beer Garden! Why it is a fit place for the gods to assemble. We will call it the Garden of the Gods." The beer garden never materialized, but the name stuck.[3]

In 2006 a dinosaur species discovered there, was named after the park: Theiophytalia kerri."

fayeulle, snunney, Budapestman, isabela_sor, riclopes, pierrefonds, Cricri, Charo, gunbud has marked this note useful

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devimeuxbe (55865) 2009-01-25 0:38

Hi Chris
one more very beautifull landscape on the wild colorado. The light was very nice
excellent perspective
have a nice day
Bertrand

fayeulle (26543) 2009-01-25 0:41

Hello Chris
Great colors.
The red rock on the right looks like a huge dinauraur. Of course it is not !
Cherrs
JP

snunney (34732) 2009-01-25 1:03

Hello Chris,
A good point of view making excellent use of the slightly curving track as a lead-line. I like the light and the natural unsaturated colours. Good sharpness.

Budapestman (41686) 2009-01-25 1:40

Hi Chris,
Beautiful shot of this fantastic place with attractive composition and picturesque colours. Romantic and spectacular country, thank you for sharing. Have a nice Sunday!
George

isabela_sor (42078) 2009-01-25 1:50 [Comment]

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npecanhuk (13713) 2009-01-25 1:51

Hi Chris!
Wow... another wonderful place around Colorado Springs!
I visited it many times when I lived there!
Your picture is very nice! Well chosen pov and well done composition! Excellent exposure and sharpness! Colors are natural and beautiful too!
A very good one form the "Garden of the Gods"!
TFS - Congratulations!
Warmest regards,
Neyvan

riclopes (32971) 2009-01-25 3:05

Olá Chris, actually the two big red rocks seen in the background resemble the shape of dinosaurs - the one on the right could be a stegosaur (don't know the spelling). Nice combination of colors and fine perspective of the way at right leading us to the monoliths.
ricardo

janusz2054 (811) 2009-01-25 3:08

Hi Chris
Beautifull place and very well done composition.Good colours and sharpness.

Janusz

pierrefonds (26167) 2009-01-25 4:37

Hi Chris,

The curve of the path is an asset to the composition. The point of view takes our eyes toward the red rocks and to the hill in the background which is giving depth to the photo. The trees are a natural frame to the rocks. The light brings out the different tints of colors of the scenery. have a nice day.

Pierre

TopGeo (21723) 2009-01-25 4:43

Hi Chris! The red rock on the right looks I like a prospect and colors and details shot of this fantastic place with attractive composition with view And good POV Excellent exposure and sharpness
TFS - Congratulations!
regards
Georgios

Cricri (43030) 2009-01-25 5:39

Hi Chris
J'aime cet endroit pour son côté sauvage, la couleur sublime des rochers, beau contraste de couleurs et bon POV
Good sunday
cricri

Cormac (26449) 2009-01-25 7:51

Another great photo from your trip - and it seems that you really got around. I've never heard of this place before, but it looks very interesting with those strange formations. I like the contrast of colours too, between the red rocks and the yellow grass and blue sky. Nice work!

delkoo (34244) 2009-01-25 8:17

hi chris,
impressive rock formation, Of course, the light is simply splendid and generous and the colors is absolutely gorgeous.

best regards
didier

lc4giala (2186) 2009-01-25 12:10

Hello Chris
Incredible landscape, exceptional the colors of rocks and chromatic composition
regards
George

Charo (31665) 2009-01-26 14:34

Hello Chris,
Excellent capture with great light and detail. I like these two huge rocks that seem to stand in the way and the great contrast of colors. Superb POV.
Best regards,
Charo

gunbud (27789) 2009-01-26 16:58

Hi Chris,
The little hook in the road makes for a fine lead-in to the impressive red rocks.
The lively green, red and blue colors make for a lovely contrast.
Regards, Tom

marietom (31854) 2009-02-10 10:44

hello Chris,

Etonnants contrastes de couleurs entre les différents plans, c'est bien composé.
Bonne soirée
Marie