Approach..
Here is the approaching storm and my hubby, my 3 babies and me (behind the camera) trying to get away from it! This is a photo that was taken nearly 2 years ago (old point-and-shoot camera), I though I lost it (or deleted it) but found it out of last night and had to share!
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Basia McAuley
dazgwen
Great shot and treatment Basia!!!
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Darren!
gypsykatz
Nice shot Basia, and perfect title.!!!!
Irene Burdell
A beautiful shot and a treasure ,I am sure you were delighted when you found it again.
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so much Irene, yes, I was very happy I found this one again!
Karin Taylor
a fabulous image….love the storm brewing and the rear view you’ve taken….the sand texture, the light, the sky, they all complement each other beautifully
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so very much Karin for your great comment, I’m very appreciative :o)
Steven Agius
Superb capture Basia, the storm is a beauty, excellent in B/W brings out the tones and textures as well, great work.
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks so much Steven, glad you like it :o)
jerry alcantara
this is so nice,great image!
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Jerry :o)
Stuart Adams
excellent work into black and white.
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks so much Stuart!
Deborah Parkin
a very beautiful image Basia – wonderful black and white and very atmospheric – and on top of that a beautiful family :)
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so very much Deb!! You’re comments are always very much appreciated :o)
karenanderson
very foreboding sky … the intriguing bit is the sand .. all those footprints… a busy beach :)
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks so very much Karen!
Anthony Mancuso
lovely work Basia, love the b&w tones and comp
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Anthony!
Wendy Slee
oh Basia, the light is so eery….I have seen it here in approaching storms, but you have captured it so well. Added to it, the human element and it appears positively apocalyptic! such mood and drama….the black and white works a real treat!
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so much Dearest Wendy! I always look forward to reading your comments :o)
HenkStolk
wonderful light effect, create texture
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Henk :o)
funkyporchini
Awesome shot Basia!, had a little chuckle as this kinda reminds me of myself trailing along behind hubby and kids with camera eyes on as usual !....
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Loren! Yes,, that’s always me.. the one walking behind taking pikkies!
Norman Winkworth
A Lovely BW photo. Good detail very sharp wild looking sky.
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you Norman, always love your comments :o)
rosedew
Great atmosphere and love the b/w
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Rosedew!
Karen Cook
Wonderful treatment Basia!
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Karen
Mohammad Khaksar
Looks like he’s having a relaxing time! nice shot! great idea!
well done basia!
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks for your comment MhDkHr
Farmncamera
... Very poignant and emotional moment….... A story well told with your camera. I am happy you did not loose this one!
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so much Elaine!
Phil Thomson IPA
Fantastic Image, Basia !!! An eerie, almost spooky atmosphere with this lighting and enhanced beautifully in B&W !!!
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you as always Phil! Yes, it does have a spooky atmosphere, it’s almost like the sky is falling!
cherylc1
gorgeous
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Cheryl!
Elizabeth Duncan
Wow stunning image!
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you Elizabeth!
Tom Gomez
Isn’t it lovely when you find old pictures (especially of your loved ones). Lovely shot …
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Tom!
MDossat
Great shot. The mood and the lighting are wonderful.
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so much MDossat!
dougie1
wow, i thought that there was no room left for me to say,great shot Basia!
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks so much Dougie :o)
Angela Stewart
Beautiful moment…a lovely capture of your family Basia.
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you Angela!
John Dekker
lovely capture Basia of a timeless moment to cherish always
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks jd17!
Marilyn Harris
Thank you for sharing such a magical capture Basia. Love it!!
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Blossom! Glad you love it!
DavidAmosPhoto...
Great capture and great comp Basia.
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks so much David!
Antanas
perfect….
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you Antanas.
Stacey Dionne
OH MY GOSH! I love this image….The lighting, the angle…And, you know what – it’s a father’s job to protect his family and lead them away from danger…and this image captures that! This is incredible! Good work with the ‘ole point and shoot! :) LOVE IT! Going into my faves!
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so very much Stacey!! Love reading your comments, they are very much appreciated :o)
Luis Correia
Great composition,love the sky,beautiful treatment.
Mar Silva
Stunning image! Glad you found this!
Robin Webster
Fantastic capture of mood! I love this shot. The sky is amazing and the B&W is superb. I sure hopt you all didn’t get too wet!
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so much Robin! No, we got out in time!! :o)
Dean Warwick
Very nice work.
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you Dean
Anne Smyth
fine image – packed with interest, detail. Great family portrait – lovely work
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so much Anne!
cdwork
This image packs a punch- Awesome in B & W
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks cdwork! Much appreciated!
Linda Sannuti
a perfect moment! great lighting!
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you Linda!
zandria
Beautiful. Love that everyone is holding hands. Such a strong family image.
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so much Zandria, yes, we all always hold hands!.. Hmm maybe a bit too overprotective?!
Marvin Collins
Beautiful lighting, I love it.
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you Marvin!
missmunchy
As with all of your stuff, I LOVE this!!! Great storm clouds!
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so much missmunchy! Glad to hear from you, hope you are well :o)
4getsundaydrvs
love it.
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks 4getsundaydrvs!
aphoto4you
awsome light…nice work…
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you & thank you for fave’ing it !
zandria
You can never be overprotective when it comes to your children. They are a blessing and need to be cherished and loved, as yours obviously are. I LOVE seeing families hold hands. It shows their bond and closeness.
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks again Zandria, yes, I totally agree with what you said.
Janie Oliver
what some textures and color tones in this shot. beautiful.
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Janie!
debsphotos
Fantastic Basia…what a sky!!! the tones are perfect in this…so very well done!!!
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you very much Deb!
funkyfacestudio
It’s beautiful and dreamy !
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Funkyfacestudio!
Jacek Walczak
Awesome shot…. so beautifully exposed..
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so much Jacek!
Matt Halls
This is beautiful Basia…just magnificent!
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks Matt, glad you think so :O)
James Nielsen
My God, what a beauty. Basia, your truly are a wizard (that’s good!!). Lovely work.
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks so very much James :o)
brion
Very nice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks so much Brion! :oD
Michael Rowley...
lovey shot and work basia very effective
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks so much Michael!
Herkissable
HOW AWESOME IS THIS!!! I LOVE A STORM GREAT PIC!!!!!
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks so much!
MuscularTeeth
beautiful. it wouldnt be the same in colour.
Basia McAuley replied
Thanks so much and totally agree, looks heaps better in b&w.
RichardV
Great b&w Basia. Love the treatment also.
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you Richard!
Ellen
Its very beautiful indeed!
amybiggerstaff
Beautiful! Love the sky!
Janie Oliver
so lovely gorgeous sky.
Ken Mucke
All I can say is WOW….that sky is so threatening but the men (boys) are so peaceful….amazing capture
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so very much Ken! I’m glad you like it :o)
Tinnify
Those clouds are unreal! Nature is a beautiful thing. I agree with Ken, the boys are so peaceful.
Birgitta
This is special.
I simply can’t tell you how much I appreciate your talent and work!
You are waaaaaaay up there on my list. ;)
kcranmer
Beautiful and very touching capture, the mono is so perfect here and the contrasts and atmosphere are perfect…along with the family!
Eyal Nahmias
I’m glad you didn’t loss this image. Even w/o knowing it is your family, the setting, and the comp makes this image very universal, and cause the viewer to respond to it immediately. I love the evocative and emotive qualities of this photo and the tonal range, exposure and details are fantastic. Very dramatic and appealing image.
Steven Sandner
Lovely shot, great framing! absolutely love the details!!!
maka1967
Powerful and poetic work. Love the treatment.
Darren Henry
Great timeless piece!
AtaAlishahi
very beautiful and meaningfull image :)
AtaAlishahi
very beautiful and meaningfull image :)
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you very much Ata!
scorpionscounty
Perfect Composition , Angle , Black and white mixture’s so perfect…........
You better save this as a heritage….....
Regards
Lisa Roberts
Brilliant Basia
Lisa x
Michael Gray
love this!
bkamps14
Great photo, have you used the burn tool in photoshop on this pic? i love that effect
Matt Bishop
nice. love the deep emotion in this image. simple but very moody in its own way
Basia McAuley replied
Thank you so much Matt.
yolanda
Lovre this image, so beautiful and perfect in black and white :-)
David Gimlett
Beautiful shot !!
Great job !