Another day in paradise...

Keiran Lusk

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

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Another day in paradise... by Keiran Lusk
Another day in paradise... by Keiran Lusk
  • David  Hibberd

    David Hibberd

    Now that is paradise
    Davo

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Ah yes… paradise indeed. Hehe, thanks Davo. Have a good weekend :-)

  • GittiArt

    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

    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

    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

    mydogmax

    beautiful image nicely processed

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thanks so much Diana, for your lovely comment :-)

  • Scott  d'Almeida

    Scott d'Almeida

    excellent

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thanks Scott, I appreciate your support :-)

  • Paul Manning

    Paul Manning

    looks great! another perfect day done! cheers Paul

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Ha, indeed. Thanks Paul, for your terrific feedback :-)

  • Anne-Marie Ladegaard

    Anne-Marie Lad...

    Another stunner! Love the colours & reflection. :)

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you Anne-Marie. It was such a perfect stormy sunset :-)

  • Enivea

    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

    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

    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 Parramore

    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

    Geoffrey Dunn

    Nice processing … like a glass metropolis!

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Ah yes… the great glass metropolis. It does seem like that somewhat :-)

  • Paula  Miastkowski

    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

    Jens Helmstedt

    Wonderful capture!

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you so much Jens!

  • izzybeth

    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

    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

    Helene Kippert

    Stunning – love the light

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Hey Helene, thanks so much. I really appreciate the feedback :-)

  • DonDavisUK

    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

    SPQQKY

    ‘Beautiful’..... :)

  • John Spies

    John Spies

    Very surreal atmosphere, and great composition

  • Lucindawind

    Lucindawind

    outstanding Keiran !

  • Sherrianne Talon

    Sherrianne Talon 25 days ago

    Geez, you make the Gold Coast look good!!! Well done!

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