Spinifex. Bathed in golden light before the storm.
The magical golden yellow glow of spinifex grass, contrasting nicely against the dark storm clouds brewing in the background.
Location: West MacDonnell ranges, near Alice Springs, NT.
Date: 8th June 2005
[Creative Effects: Contrast/Brightness/Shadow adjustments, Omni spotlight effect with Photoshop CS3]
Image details:
Camera: Canon EOS300D (Lens: EF-S18-55mm)
Shutter Speed: 1/160
Aperture Value: f 8.0
Focal Length: 18.0 mm
ISO Speed: 100
Spinifex. Bathed in golden light before the storm. belongs to the following groups:
NORTHERN TERRITORY (3 per day), Landscape and Abstract Photography and Landscape Photography Available for sale asGreeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints, Canvas Prints and Framed Prints
Scott d'Almeida
fantastic image
Keiran Lusk replied
Thank-you so much Scott :-)
GerryMac
beautiful composition and capture Keiran!
Keiran Lusk replied
G’day Gerry. Thank-you for the terrific comment. I really appreciate it :-)
CasLadru
your pictures make me want to really see Australia… all of these little hidden treasures. just beautiful. Cas :)
Keiran Lusk replied
Wow, thank-you Cas, really. Good luck in your quest to really see Australia… and to find those little hidden treasures :-)
Laurette Ruys
the golden spinifex hints at the crackling of lightning in the distance. I get a real sense of perspective and place in this shot. nicely captured Kieran :)
Keiran Lusk replied
Goodness Laurette, thank-you for the terrific feedback… the golden spinifiex hints at the crackling of lightning in the distance.... perfect :-)
Laurette Ruys
,,,,something about that grass is sharp and wispy like lightning and makes me feel like i’m there, hearing the thunder rumbling over the hills ;-)
Keiran Lusk replied
Hehe, oh I know that feeling Laurette, believe me. I have enjoyed digging this image up today. For it also makes me feel like I’m there (again)... I can almost hear the collective silence of the surrounding landscape as the booming rumble of thunder heralds the storm’s approach. Such an electrifying atmosphere. And there is something about that grass too. Thanks Laurette ;-)
Vicki Ferrari
I don’t know how or why but I can smell this! The freshness in the air, I can’t really explain it – it reminds me of central NSW here too. A very peaceful feeling….. thanks for sharing Keiran.
Keiran Lusk replied
Ha, I was actually thinking the same thing when I replied to Laurette’s comments above. I can smell this too. But is is more than just a freshness in the air… it is the smell of anticipation of the approaching storm, the smell of the sun baking the desert landscape… I can’t quite put it into words, but I think you get it :-)
Raquel Bourne
Wow, the light on this is simply stunning!
Keiran Lusk replied
Thank-you so much Raquel, for your wonderful words. Enjoy :-)
Enivea
Isn’t it wonderful when an image such as this can take the viewer on an instant journey back to that place – the magic of photos :-)
Keiran Lusk replied
Oh, here’s to the magic of photos. This is what I love most about photography. It’s the memories and trigger of senses or emotions that images can evoke in an instant that makes me so passionate about photography and art. Thanks for your lovely words Enivea :-)
Anne-Marie Lad...
Gorgegous shot, Keiran. Love the composition, colours and contrasts. Beautifully captured. :)
Keiran Lusk replied
Thank-you Anne-Marie. I am really enjoying digging up a few old photos of life in the desert at the moment. I am so pleased that you love this image. Thank-you :-)
Ann Van Breemen
Beautiful, Keiran. Gorgeous light and amazing sky.:)
Keiran Lusk replied
It was an amazing sky and a surreal landscape. Thanks Ann, for your lovely comment. Enjoy :-)
lorilee
BEAUTIFUL contrasting colors!!!!
Rajdev D
Superb shot, well planned and composed.
David Hibberd
Wonderful shot Keiran and congrats on your feature
Davo
Adrian Paul