Another day in paradise...
A slightly more processed image of the amazingly atmospheric and stormy sunset at Burleigh this afternoon. I have deliberately over-processed this image to accentuate the emerald green of the highrise buildings and the ocean, against the brilliant sunset light, glowing strongly through the storm clouds and rain. The tired but happy surfer timed his exit from the water perfectly too. This image almost feels like a caricature of the view from Burleigh Heads, and I like that somehow.
Location: Burleigh beach, Gold Coast, QLD.
Date: 27th June 2009
[Creative Effects: Contrast/Brightness/Shadow adjustments, Omni Spotlight, Image Crop with Photoshop CS3]
Image details:
Camera: Canon EOS400D (Lens: EF-S18-55mm)
Shutter Speed: 1/60
Aperture Value: f 6.3
Focal Length: 41.0 mm
ISO Speed: 400
Another day in paradise... belongs to the following groups:
Beach Art, Dawn and Dusk Light, Eerie Lighting, Human and Nature, Lightning and Storms, SEA and The Gold Coast Available for sale asGreeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints, Canvas Prints and Framed Prints

David Hibberd
Now that is paradise
Davo
Keiran Lusk replied
Ah yes… paradise indeed. Hehe, thanks Davo. Have a good weekend :-)
GittiArt
Wow this is so beautiful love especially the dramatic sky …great shot !!!Bravo Keiran !!!
Keiran Lusk replied
Oh thank-you Brigette, for your lovely words. It was a wonderful sunset sky and very dramatic with the storm clouds. Enjoy :-)
Lindamell
wonderful colours, loe the reflection on the beach.
Keiran Lusk replied
Thank-you so much Linda, I really appreciate your lovely feedback :-)
Tracey Mac
Stunning Keiran, the light on the water is totally magic…........and love that reflection in the wet sand…...
Keiran Lusk replied
Thanks Tracey! It was a magical sunset today. The light and reflection were just incredible :-)
mydogmax
beautiful image nicely processed
Keiran Lusk replied
Thanks so much Diana, for your lovely comment :-)
Scott d'Almeida
excellent
Keiran Lusk replied
Thanks Scott, I appreciate your support :-)
Paul Manning
looks great! another perfect day done! cheers Paul
Keiran Lusk replied
Ha, indeed. Thanks Paul, for your terrific feedback :-)
Anne-Marie Lad...
Another stunner! Love the colours & reflection. :)
Keiran Lusk replied
Thank-you Anne-Marie. It was such a perfect stormy sunset :-)
Enivea
Very interesting effect from processing creating an entirely different image from the other one. No comparison, both great.
Keiran Lusk replied
Wow, thank-you Enivea for your wonderful words. I was unsure about posting this one, but I am pleased that I did :-)
drec
Like the mal riders reflection in the sand. Blues skies today, beach is looking good.
Keiran Lusk replied
Hey mate, yeah… blue skies briefly today, but gone already. Hopefully coming back again soon :-)
Vicki Ferrari
Wow, wonderful work Keiran! Well processed too! and that exiting surfer does add to the overall effect! Great timing!
Keiran Lusk replied
Thank-you Vicki. After being stuck inside for FAR TOO LONG this week (with that cold rainy weather), it was lovely to get out and discover this amazing sunset at Burleigh :-)
Lorraine Parra...
The editing works well – lovely surreal colours. great composition too!
Keiran Lusk replied
Thanks Lorraine. I was unsure about the editing at first, but have warmed to it since!
Geoffrey Dunn
Nice processing … like a glass metropolis!
Keiran Lusk replied
Ah yes… the great glass metropolis. It does seem like that somewhat :-)
Paula Miastko...
Wonderfully captured. Beautiful lighting and tones.
Keiran Lusk replied
Thank-you so much Paula. Glad you like it. You have some amazing photos of the Gold Coast region. Cheers :-)
terezadelpilar
Keiran Lusk replied
Woohooo! Thank-you Tereza! That is fantastic news :-)
Jens Helmstedt
Wonderful capture!
Keiran Lusk replied
Thank-you so much Jens!
izzybeth
look at the soft colors and lighting!!! how beautiful…
Keiran Lusk replied
Thank-you so much Izzybeth! I really appreciate it :-)
Mary Ann Reilly
ah, this is where th emerald city is….
Keiran Lusk replied
Indeed. The yellow brick road leads to the Gold Coast…. heheh :-)
Helene Kippert
Stunning – love the light
Keiran Lusk replied
Hey Helene, thanks so much. I really appreciate the feedback :-)
DonDavisUK
WOW! Really stunning work. Love the colours and the reflections, the distant buildings look wonderful too. Has to be a FAV for me.
SPQQKY
‘Beautiful’..... :)
John Spies
Very surreal atmosphere, and great composition
Lucindawind
outstanding Keiran !
Sherrianne Talon 25 days ago
Geez, you make the Gold Coast look good!!! Well done!