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dta (98848) 2012-11-30 9:25

hello Rosemary ,
A fantastic capture of this famous place . the contrast between the orange dune and the darkest Bg is amazing . But also with the FG : that loks like a cultivated field ! The Oryx , well placed in the composition is the cherry on the cake .
Bravo

annjackman (23019) 2012-11-30 10:32

Hello Rosemary,
Better than most picture postcards! I like the high contrast and the beautiful shape of the dune. The lonely gemsbok seems to have some grass to eat and I imagine that this area can be very barren.
A striking, harsh landscape - love it.
Best wishes, Ann

janjan1897 (2301) 2012-11-30 11:12

Hello Rosemary,
What a fabulous landscape and great composition ! The dark background could cause us to believe that the picture was taken at night, with the moonlight providing illumination to the landscape. The oryx is a good focal point, perfectly placed in this beautiful scene. The rhythmical alternation of the green and brown stripes makes for an interesting visual effect. Really a great image.
Have a nice weekend.
Jean

No_One (4) 2012-11-30 12:10

Hi Rosemary,

This is just stunning. This landscape is so alien to me, and even if this is a scene some people may be familiar with, I am not one, and I am blown away. THe deep saturation of the dune, and the deep shadows and black sky, they make for a totally otherworldly scene. The oryx and cultivated farmland are a reminder that this is indeed Earth, and the animal could not be better positioned. I hate to sound like I am gushing, but this is incredible, thank you for sharing this.

All the best
Noel

mkamionka (74351) 2012-11-30 13:38

Hi Rosemary,
spectacular photo. The dune makes an extraordinary shape. I like the deep shade, it results in a very impressive effect. Interesting contrast also between the orange dune and the green grassy foreground. The animal is a real highlight though. I guess plenty of people have photos of dunes there but not mane with one of these amazing animals. Excellent work,
M

ACL1978 (7511) 2012-11-30 14:19

Just gorgeous, Rosemary - simple but striking. Everything is in precisely the right place here, and the vibrant colors just leap off the screen. I'm trying to figure out the BG though - is that a larger dune in shadow behind the bright one? It must be tremendously large! Amazing scale and beauty here, really a brilliant shot.

Andrew

npecanhuk (79329) 2012-11-30 16:42

Hello Rosemary!
Wonderful picture!
The natural details and the presence of that wild animal were a great subject for a superb photograph!
You did an excellent job... that's for sure!
Special regards to the colors, exposure, chosen pov and composition!
TFS - congrats,
Cheers,
Neyvan

jjcordier (79299) 2012-11-30 22:46

Rosemary
Superbe photo avec un premier plan lumineux animé par cet oryx paisible et ce fantastique arrière plan de dune, très graphique. Deux icônes de l'endroit rassemblées dans une magnifique image.
Amicalement
JJ

papagolf21 (152607) 2012-12-01 1:21

Bonjour, chère Rosemary,
Merci de nous faire rêver, de nous faire découvrir des paysages étonnants.
Une image emplie de qualité et de savoir-faire.
Bravo !
Amitiés.
Philippe

ktanska (44744) 2012-12-01 2:50

Hi Rosemary,
Amazing how storng contrasts that backlight makes. Well composed view vith triangular dune is sunshine and even bigger behind. The gemsbok is well placed of course.
Kari

timecapturer (49288) 2012-12-01 4:34

Hi Rosemary
fascinating shot this and so beautifully composed. The graphical effect of the light and shade are just amazing and the presentation inspired. I love it!

Enjoy the weekend - Brian.

Nicou (193806) 2012-12-01 6:40

Hello

Grandisoe cpatage et iamge sueprbe vue et compo quelle iamge quelle couleur cette dune avec l'arrête cet éclairage, et cet impala dans le décor avec le graphsime de bandes une emrvielle grandisoe image.

Bravo et amitié

Nicou

Cricri (176) 2012-12-01 8:22

Hi Rosemary
Un paysage magnifique, incroyable forme de la dune, le contraste des couleurs, et le plus avec l'oryx bien placé dans l'image, merveilleuse composition
Belle soirée
cricri

ines8 (6128) 2012-12-01 15:15

Hello, Rosemary,
A stunning and wonderful image,fantastic colours!
Warm regards,
ines

romanaa (8430) 2012-12-01 22:44

Hello Rosemary,

this is a real stunner. Brilliant composition, the animal is beautifully positioned to a very special orange dune. I guess you used a very long lens. I was not able to figure out how you could get such dark starry night sky with so much sunlight in the foreground until I noticed that others had raised the same question already. Even after reading your explanation I still cannot imagine what the whole landscape looked like. Nevertheless, this picture is amazing and and forces me to use my brain (with no satisfactory result though- as usual, LOL) .
I absolutely love it.

Bravo

Bes wishes

Romana

HimalAnda (10671) 2012-12-02 0:32

Hello Rosemary,

I like the contrast of colors on the dune : the dark color in the background, the warm orange color of the dune in the front of it. And, of course, you managed to catch the oryx!

Stéphane

brianmcc (6223) 2012-12-02 3:42

hi rosemary,
this is almost an abstract composition, except for the inclusion of the oryx which gives context and scale to the picture. the sunlit dune is stunning, it is almost glowing. the lines of gravel and grass provide additional colour and texture, while the dark background provides great contrast with the sand.
have a lovely sunday,
brian

abmdsudi (95869) 2012-12-02 3:47

Hi Rosemary
An awesome nature wonder, an icon and trademark of Namibia. simply love the strong lines and curves and the stunning contrast rendered and looking closely the glimpses of scattered dune plants are pretty visible within the darkness. But what amazes me is the dark shadow that you have captured! Simply remarkable shot, Congrats.
Kind regards

ourania (51103) 2012-12-02 8:38

Hello Rosemary,
a marvellous composition that exalts the interaction of lines, shapes and colours. I love the way you've divided the frame between the flat land and the dune, the contrast in colours and textures is amazing. The gemsbok is superbly placed enhancing interest and joining the main parts of the composition. Light management is wonderful, it has offered fantastic colours and has allowed the definition of very attractive details like the most subtle curve that separates the dune from its dark backdrop. Congratulations and thank you!
All the best, have a great week,
Ourania

Fis2 (170693) 2012-12-02 11:00

Witaj Rosemary!
Wow!
Fantastic picture.
Wonderful place.
Excellent colors and sharpness.
Very impressive picture!
Bravo!
Best regards
Krzysztof

i9l2y1m8a8t3 (4814) 2012-12-03 0:05

Oh my goodness! Definitely added to my favorite list!! this is out of this world! Love the play with lights! The orange is simply bursting into my eyes, and i love that thin orange line that stretches allthe way to the upper right. That oryx is a bonus to this frame, actually it would look a bit incomplete without it. But hey, this is wonderful catch, the timing, colors, exposition, everything is well captured! Beautiful! Gosh, i wish i could visit this place someday!

have a nice day!
'twas nice seeing you photographs again!

matt

jemaflor (147076) 2012-12-03 2:53

Hi Rosemary,
Great visual impact with the tone and the strong contrast, erfect with the detail with gemsbok, tfs.

CLODO (45116) 2012-12-04 0:05

Hi Rosemary

Heaven picture for sure! A superb landscape with the incredible orange sand dune as background contrasting with the stripes of green grass and chery on the cake, the antilope
hats off!
Direct in my "CLODO"s favorites", pictures I would like to be the author
CLODO

AlessiaVittoria (191) 2012-12-04 12:50

Witaj Rosemary,

poziome linie, dzielace zdjecie na pol wprowadzaja spokoj i pieknie wspolgraja z ksztaltem wydmy. Nasycone, kontrastowe kolory i zywy element, ktory dodaje soli obrazowi. Piekny kadr!

Gratuluje i pozdrawiam!
Bogna

korbee (6619) 2012-12-04 14:03

we can say this is the classic Africa photo Rosemary,that sprinbok and the sanddune are fantastic,as we can see on the faraway anymals right that dune is just huge!

jan

sevy (58) 2012-12-05 0:26

Hello Rosemary,

I like a lot Oryx, I find it is a very beautiful animal and so iconic for Namibia.
Very strong graphism here with the colors, the silhouette of the lonely animal and the shadow in background drawing shapes.

Yves.

anode (56) 2012-12-07 6:27 [Comment]

tatadalou (7459) 2012-12-08 14:22

Hello Rosemary,

Without gemsbock, you would think being in front of an array of contemporary art! The geometry of the scene and the extraordinary light on the red dune have been beautifully captured. It's wonderful !

Delphine

Curious_Eye (1320) 2013-01-19 8:40

Dear Rosemary,

Belated, nevertheless sincere wishes for a happy 2013.

This is, indeed, a perfect image for a postcard and what a postcard! I love the way you play with the lines here. The sharp outlines and strong colour of the sand dune make it look almost abstract, yet the animal quickly gives us a clue this is real! The colours and textures of the background are a treat too. Beautiful work.

Warm regards,
Izabela

jabber (323) 2013-04-22 5:15 [Comment]

kennyblack (4207) 2013-05-15 8:02

Hello Rosemarie
Your beautiful gallery with a unique style is a wonderful show and choose one picture is very difficult for the beauty of all. I chose this for the particular contrast of colors very pleasant. Perfect shot with settings and light balance ... perfect. Loved the outcome of this beautiful work and thanks for sharing it.
The best greetings, have a nice day ... Marino

PaulVDV (62880) 2014-08-16 13:17

Hello Rosemary,
Posted already a while ago but today I discovered it by chance.
What a strong colour contrast. The black background gives it something magical.
Excellent composition.
The gemsbok is an important element of the picture and the animal looks into the right direction.
Indeed, this is a picture that I associate immediately with Namibia.
Best regards, Paul