Glen Strathfarrar - Perspective In Reflection
Glen Strathfarrar is a beautiful place to visit. One of the central glens in the heart of the Highlands of Scotland (the others being Affric, Glass, and Cannich), it holds the spirit of what the land here is all about.
I have very fond memories of taking this image. The air was totally still, the only sounds that could be heard were bark of the wild deer in the distance and the landscape falling off into hazy light in front of me. Could be hundreds of miles from anywhere or anyone. Just a fantastic moment to just be.

I do try to stay true to the scene but in this case I had to change a couple of aspects. In the original image, there was a small shoreline leading diagonally in the right hand corner, which was distracting in the image. I cloned this out to enhance the reflections.

The other aspect I changed was the colouring of the two halves of the reflection. This was just to equal up the two aspects.
Doesn’t change my thoughts on this image. It was still an absolute pleasure to be there and capture its beauty.
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Christopher E...
i LOVE the layers and reflections on this, your depth for this shot is perfect
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Chris,
Like I said, it is a very special shot. Feel very privileged to be there to capture the Glen at its best.
Jacqueline Baker
I’m with Christopher on this the layers are wonderful and that water is like glass. Just leaving that little bit of shoreline in on the right really lifts the blues and gives this image edge….what more can i say, superb!!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Jacqueline,
Really appreciate the generous comment as it is sometimes very difficult to translate what you see to the final image. So pleased you like it. Thanks again.
Squealia
fantastic reflections
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Squealia (why does that sound strange when you write it? ;-) )
Kurt Golgart
Fabulous layering effect in this shot.
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Kurt for taking the time to leave a wonderful compliment like this.
Catherine Davis
Love those layers too!
Kevin Skinner replied
Hey Catherine,
Always pleased to hear from you especially as you leave such nice comments :-) Cheers
Arletta
Uhm … err … ahh .. .hmmm … I think I might have to marry you, if you keep writing that way! lol
This is so lovely! I shan’t think of anything better to say about it, because, as you pointed out, it’s not a capture of the sort of moment made for such things .. it’s beautiful silence, so I shall just whisper thank you and be away
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Arletta,
I….urmmmm…...(cough).....am totally embarrassed now but thanks for the sweet proposal, I mean, compliment :-O
Photographer
Beautiful and tranquil moment, a wonderful moment to be at one, great work Kevin.
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi James,
Thanks for this. I think you can relate as there are many locations in Scotland where you can achieve this level of tranquility…...it’s just being there at the right time is the key. Thanks again
Mohsen Bayramn...
This s so beautiful… love the way you look at this scene this way. creative composition with the reflections!
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Mohsen,
As I’ve said before, the landscape will only share what it wants to share. I’m just happy to be a bystander and collect the riches that it sometimes throws my way. Thanks so much for your generous comments…always appreciated.
Jen Whyte
This shot just takes your breath away! Stunningly beautiful
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Jen!
Can’t believe this one has been featured in the Scots Are Coming group! Now that’s a compliment!
dinghysailor1
absolutely stunning!!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Dinghysailor1 (or should I say “Ahoy”).
Really appreciate you stopping by and leaving the compliment. Cheers!
dinghysailor1
aargh shiver me timbers will do too…teehee
cheers shipmate
ding
;)
Cora Wandel
Kevin, this is stunning, blue is my color, and I love this. Stunning! – Cora
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Cora,
Sorry for the delay in replying but I’ve got there eventually! Some scenes you can’t go wrong but this one was just a privilege to be there and witness it.
Anne-Marie Bok...
Wonderful view on these mountains!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Anne-marie,
Really appreciate you stopping by to comment on this one :-)
drec
the reflections and depth to this is amazing. well done
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks drec,
Strathfarrar is just a wonderful landscape. Just wants its picture taken!
Cora Wandel
Your hosts,
Anne-Marie & Cora
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Cora,
Gez, I missed it! Thanks for the honour and amazing compliment!
Joanne Bradley
So peaceful and tranquil! Outstanding shot! Congrats on feature!
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Joanne,
I’m so pleased that the peacefulness and tranquility really does come across. Such a special image for me and will always remember the moment I pressed the shutter (strange how some images have that effect, isn’t it?)
amarica
Congratulations on being featured in the ImageWriting group!!!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Amarica,
I missed it, but thanks for the congrats!
Karen Checca
All I can tell you is that the picture drew me in and your words had me there standing in the silence. Wonderful, wonderful, shot! Congrats on well-deserved feature, as well! :) karen
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Karen,
Thanks for the thoughtful words. A rare image that actually does translate well the moment of capture. So pleased you like it!
Jonicool
What an amazing view! Love the layers and tones…such a peaceful feeling this gives!
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Jonicool,
Really appreciate the compliment on this one. A very special image for me of one of my favourite places to visit. Glad you like it also!
Caroline Gorka
Beautiful light and reflection ..the layers are worked perfectly.
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Caroline,
It is a very special place for me so when you see it bathed in such light, it is truly breathtaking. Thanks very much for stopping by and leaving such a nice compliment.
Cheryl Lunde
Perfect reflection and depth. A fave!
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Cheryl,
Thanks very much for the favourite and so glad that you feel it so worthy. Truly appreciate the kind gesture.
Alexanderargyll
fantastic Kevin its very memorable when you get conditions like this and a photograph to prove it….
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Alexander,
Feel very privileged to be able to have an image like this and to be able to share it with others. It’s just a wonderful landscape. Thanks for leaving a wee note on my image :-)
Sue Nueckel
really beautiful work :)
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Sue,
When you have a landscape in front of you, you can hardly miss! I’ll take the compliment anyway ;-)
Garth Smith
brilliant shot kevin
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Garth,
Thanks for the compliment. Didn’t really need to do much – press shutter, take in the view and reap the rewards! The land did all the hard work ;-) I’ll take the compliment anyway. Thanks again!
Lorraine Parra...
I just can’t resist colour….....striking capture…so peaceful, calm…..serenity
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Lorraine,
One of my few colour that I’m pleased with! The moment captured is what makes it for me. Still remember how I felt at the time! I never thought photography would give me such a gift of being able to re-live a moment in time like this one. Thanks for the compliment on this special image for me.
Prasad
Fantastic!!!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Prasad,
A super comment for this special image for me.
Ingz
exquisitely beautiful, another instant fav!!
Kevin Skinner replied
Wow, what a super compliment, Ingz
Really value this!
Sue Nueckel
Lovely shot!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Sue,
What a nice compliment to leave! Cheers!
Jason Connolly
Excellent image here Kevin, I’m so pleased to tell you:

Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Jason,
What lovely surprise! Well honoured!
Eva Andréasson
Absolutely stunningly beautiful! I absolutely love the stillness of the place and photo :D
Congratulations on well deserved features!
Take care and have a lovely weekend. Best wishes, Eva (Sweden) :D
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Eva,
Thanks very much for your lovely compliment. One of those rare images that stays with you and wish that the moment would never end.
Have a lovely weekend as well :-)
Eva Andréasson
You are most welcome Kevin! Ah, yes! The kind of place (and moment) you never want to leave. Eva :D
Kevin Skinner replied
No, the pleasure is all mine :-)
Glad to know there are like-minded folk out there!
dinghysailor1
congratulations on the great feature too kev!
:))
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Ding,
Always an unexpected honour when this type of thing happens.
ellcot
Absolutely gorgeous image!!!
Kevin Skinner replied
Glad you liked it, Ellen!
Always a pleasure to share a scene like this :-)
Arla M. Ruggles
Stunning!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thank You, Arla!
Really appreciate the compliment :-)
Jody Johnson
Adore the layers and cool welcoming colors of this shot…excellent composition….
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Jody,
I only wish it did the scene justice. One of those perfect moments as you just stood there and watched as the light soften into the haze. Lovely compliment so thanks again.
Braedene
I agree – the layers are fabulous – an instant favourite – wow ! We have a beautiful country – except when you can’t see through the mist!!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Liz,
It is an amazing country that we are privileged with. Wonderful compliment! :-)
Anne-Marie Bok...
Kevin Skinner replied
Wow! You’re joking? That’s such a surprise and honour. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
anniemaree
wonderful. love your title too. perspective in reflection. perfect. :)
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Anniemaree,
I think the title just became obvious. Still remember the scene vividly: the smells, the stillness, the bark of the wild deer somewhere in the distance and the way the land just fell into the distance through the haze. Wish I was still there!
Tempe
nice,,, i like it,,,, accepted
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Tempe,
Glad you like it and that you think it is nice. Can’t remember what I entered it for though :
s Glad it is accepted all the same :)micmac
Just perfect and soooo calm…beautiful landscape.
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Micmac (great name, by the way!),
It was a perfect day and as the road swept around the corner, this just laid out in front of me. I just love Strathfarrar and is a place I always long to be when I’m not there. So pleased that it translates through the frame how beautiful this place is! Thanks so much!
Jayme Rutherford
Wonderful capture, love the reflection!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Jayme,
Glad you like this one. I have always maintained that the landscape does all the hard work – I’m just there to press the button. This is no different. This landscape is just wonderful and beautiful – you cannot go wrong :-)