Sunken Sunset Photo

Photographer’s Note

This cross in Camiguin island marks what used to be a Catholic cemetery. It was submerged during an eruption of a small volcano in the 19th century. The grave markers can still be seen a few feet below the surface. This was a chance shot when we happened to pass by along the national road. The funny thing was, right nearby, there was a Jeepney parked with the words "SUNKEN SUNSET" emblazoned in large fonts: the title is an adaptation. I took a picture of the jeepney as well :)

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verge (1241) 2004-10-06 4:13 [Comment]

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jrj (34779) 2004-10-06 4:14

Interesting story to go with this fine compo. Well done, excellent light and details.

dovi (1068) 2004-10-06 4:15

Very nice composition with the palm trees in front, and the boat , the DOF could have been longer(the cross seems to be a bit blurred) you could use smaller Aparature to get it. colors are nice and I also like the grey clouds, well done!

jp80 (8437) 2004-10-06 4:27

Great shot. Colors, frame, all is good ! A nice sunset. Congratulations !

Pascal

softflower (0) 2004-10-06 4:54

Superbe photo Emer, j'aime beaucoup la composition mais j'aurais moins cadré la croix au centre.
Felicitations !

jemaflor (39871) 2004-10-06 7:05

Very well composed, i like also the nice colors.

masterrye (559) 2004-10-07 4:48

Nice composition! Galing!
Perfect timing too.. the sunset & the boat!
I'd like to go there one of these days...

rage_tm (623) 2004-10-11 5:42

Hi Emer, Nice composition here.
Timing is perfect in this composition considering the sunset and boat nearby. Good Job! :)

jim007 (96) 2004-10-15 10:16

I love the color. This is a very nice composition. Interesting story about what happened to the cemetery.

gaetanche (815) 2004-11-21 23:49

VEry nice capture of a bautiful sunset. The colors and light are superb.

PaGz (496) 2005-01-11 0:14

Emer, your pic is much better. Actually, your pic inspired me to take a similar photo when i went to Camiguin. I told motorcycle driver prior to touring the island that we have to be at the sunken cemetery by sundown so I can have photo just like yours but unfortunately we weren't able to go back due to minor changes in our itinerary.

bend1k (910) 2005-06-02 7:00

nice composition. just needs a little more DOF. Try f11 or f16

caliane (610) 2005-08-06 22:22

wow beautiful picture! the two palm trees are like an interesting frame!

ckuhn55 (2270) 2005-08-06 22:52

classic picture with all the elements in the right places...congrads

Luciedls (164) 2006-02-10 12:23

Emer,
Photo magnifique ! Bravo !

rewshearer (682) 2006-04-06 18:08

This is a good photo - and a great story. If you could have taken a photo of some of the grave markers below the surface - that would be a shot to see!!

sgmusni (30) 2006-05-06 10:15

Hi Emer!
You're shot of the sunset is just beautiful; right timing, right framing. I didn't have the opportunity to take a similar shot, it was noon when we passed by there. But after seeing your pic, I'm thinking of going back there to have a sunset pic of the cemetery ;-)
Sheryll

helgar (59) 2006-05-18 3:20

Hi Emer, this is a very nice shot! I love the two coconut trees framing the photo, the sun just peeking from behind the cross and of course the silhouettes against the colors of the sunset. Thanks for sharing!

sabyasachi1212 (19546) 2006-07-10 11:57

Hi Emer, I am fond of sunsets and this one is pretty exceptional because of the submerged cemetry. I like the way you have captured the setting sun.
With Greetings from India
Sabyasachi

voyagenation (1168) 2006-07-10 12:20

i have seen so many Camiguin photos and its cross, this is surely one of the
best. again another must visit retreat. i like the fun you had with the jeep.

did you leave your P5. for the photo of the jeep? i hear its a tradition to leave
your foto fee in the tin can at the jeep. its really a permanent
fixture for days such as this.

okay so i was kidding. your just too funny.

danos (33730) 2007-03-28 10:58

Hi Emer,
very nice and romantic shot with warm colours from this sunset.Very nice composition with the palm trees in front, and this excellent sky such as background.Well done.
Regards,Danos

Tango7174 (0) 2007-08-31 5:20

Stunning image of this cross in front of the sunset. Beautiful colours and well chosen portrait format.
The two coconut trees on both sides are really a bonus.
Congratulations Emer!

Thành.

TopGeo (22495) 2007-08-31 5:31

Hi Emer
Excellent shot! with a sunset, i like colours, composed shot and clatity of depth good silhouettes and great mood ,congrat,,,
Geo,,

mariques (5) 2008-03-02 12:14

very nice foto. super colours and light
gratulations.

alin-m (1416) 2009-09-19 0:49

Great immage,beautifull picture.Regards.Alin.