Walpole River, WA Photo

Photographer’s Note

The last hours of the day at Walpole River, on the south coast of Western Australia: here, the combination of climate and terrain foster the growth of some beatutiful karri and tingle forests close to the Southern Ocean.

From a RAW image, cropped & resized, filter effects in Nik Color Efex Pro 3.0

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metint (5) 2008-02-03 1:07

Hello Jeff,
This is a nice picture with lovely colors and what i liked most is the tree in the center that is taller and in a way separate from the others.
I guess the only missing thing in the frame is a bit more sharpness
Thanks for sharing
Regards
Metin

gneufeld (15289) 2008-02-03 9:51

Hi Jeff,
Very different vegetation that we see in Western Canada, but very attractive. Good colors and the vertical portrait view works real well to draw attention to the tall tree. Well done and TFS. Gerald

qengji (372) 2008-02-03 13:05

I loved the colors, the photo seems like a shot from ancient times. it magnetized me... thanks

Matthew-Watt (4473) 2008-02-03 19:28

Hello Jeff,

A great shot, I am glad that you posted it. It provides a quintessential glance of the Western Australian bush. This particular reserve looks delightful, plenty of natural vegetation to keep the wildlife happy. I really hope to visit WA someday, it is a shame I have not been already, but when a flight from the east coast to New Zealand is cheaper than to Perth, it is a little more tempting to jump the Tasman. I still have to make the effort someday as a full understanding of the Australian continent is not complete without exploring WA. My father spent some time in the Argyle area and tells me all about the raw beauty of WA. TFS!

Matt

Ann75 (0) 2008-02-03 21:33

Hi Jeff,

Beautiful shot with beautiful looking trees. I like the contrast between the trees and the sky as well as the beautiful reflections! Great work, Jeff!

Greetings,
Ann

Propofol (1786) 2008-02-05 14:50

A beautiful and unmistakably Australian view. Great exposure, pleasing composition. Maybe a few sharpening artifacts are creeping in around the interface between the trees and sky.

Love to visit one day! TFS.

caresp (763) 2008-02-05 22:56

Hello Jeff,
Beautiful compo with this giant eucalyptus tree I suppose . Beautiful light.
All this worth the trip.
Thanks
jacques