Mountain Sunset
Taking a few minutes before my “Days End”. The colors are much cooler showing why these are known as the lower Blue Ridge Mountains. The foggy mist is why these particular mountains became known as the Smokys the colors and layers of ridges drew me to this shot.
So often in making sunset/sunrise shots photographers shoot one or two shots and move on. This time of day is one of rapidly changing tones. Some of the most dramatic shots can be made after most have left or got there. When the clouds are illuminated by the sun after/before it has pasted the horizon. Those photographers willing to slow down an spend some time will be the ones fully enjoying this time of day when the warm/cool colors met, mingle, and drift apart. As you can see between the 2 shots 2 minutes make a dramatic difference.
Clingmans Dome Area Great Smoky Mountain NP
Most recently featured in MASTERS OF THE SCENIC
Camera: Canon Rebel Xti
Lens: Canon 28-135mm
Focal Length: 100mm
Manual
Shutter Speed: 1/4s
Aperture: 10
ISO: 100
Tripod: Bogen
Filters:Hoya Polarizer
Cable Release
Format:RAW
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Frank Legault
This is a gorgeous scenery Gary…Well done!!! Those Blue Mopuntains are beautiful!!!
whisperingruth
Absolutely picture postcard perfect!
Laurel
Beautiful shot Gary!
Jeff Burns
Gorgeous sky
Kimberly Palmer
Aaaaaah, sigh…...... breathtaking. =)
mlgkats
stunnig work, love the colors , very gorgeous scenery
Curtiss Simpson
One word perfection !
whitecrow
Outstanding color! Beautiful composition as well.
tett
stunning blue intensified by the warm glow of the sun
Kim Roper
Beautiful layering of colour!
Judy Howle
Very nice sunset capture, Gary!
Judy H
Judy Howle
Very nice capture of the sunset, Gary!
Judy
Kathie Nichols
Awesome photography Gary! I know what you mean. I arrive early at the spot, take some shots, then there is always something more happening, so I wait….and there usually is!!!!
Wendella Reeves
Wonderful capture, it reminds me why the Smoky Mtns. my favorite place.
Joyce Dickens,...
Awesome sunset Gary; the layered blue mountains with the pink sky and that sun just beginning to peek over; a winning combo for sure; Good stuff my friend!!!
Joyce Dickens,...
Gary…..I meant to say : and that sun just beginning to recede…............I love it even if I couldn’t get my comment straight :-)
jlynn
I love the colors!!! Thanks for slowing down and taking the time:)
Leeo
Love those misty layers & the colours.
momleeb
Almost feels like a dream. Awesome colours which set a moody scene.
Seth Weaver
A wonderful rich photo with a magical feel about it as only you could have captured.
Wendella Reeves
Gary, you have some wonderful work but I think this is my favorite of all your work. I wish it had been in the group during the contest!
Optimalxpozure
Absolutely Gorgeous!
Anthony Pierce
A new image added to my favorites Gary! Nice range of colors.
margieacosta
Great lighting and colors!
Mar Silva
Wow Gary! I am so glad you stopped and slowed down. This is beyond an amazing sunset. The layers of the mountains are so beautiful. This is one of the most beautiful images of a sunset I have ever seen. Someday when I can I will have to get this shot. At the very least as a card!
Mar Silva
Congrat’s for being featured in National Parks of the World Group!
Asoka
PERFECTION!
Chuck Wickham
I DON’T GET IT….WHY DO THEY CALL THEM THE BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS????
Ranald
Strunner Gary, stunner.
amarica
Gorgeous!!!
Sharon Davey
Wonderful Natural ART WORK WELL DONE GREAT WORK!!!!!
CanDuCreations
Awesome colors and work
John Wright
Amazing color. This isn’t a typical sunset. I love the gradation of color in the mountains.
Sensiworld
Wow, wonderful ! Great colours.
Antanas
lovely lovely lovely
Wayne Pearson
Why would you want to live any where else? A perfect image Gary.
linaji
Simply amazing work!!
Steve Chapple
Sensational colours, brilliant image!
linda858100
stunning
Lucindawind
wow stunning!
May Lattanzio
Gorgeous shot. I have a macro of a morning glory in my files with these colors (no sun), but this is exquisite.
solo75
Beautiful shot Gary!. Nice hues.
Blaze66
Excellent shot! Beautiful colors! I know what you mean about the colors changing so rapidly. I don’t think I have ever driven through the park and taken shots that turn out exactly the same even if they are at the same outlook. Great job!
Sandy Stewart
Beautiful! Amazing layers and colors of them! : )
Ginger Barritt
Incredible…
Iani
Great shot
George Cousins
Simply beautiful Gary, and I agree totally with your comments about sunsets. When I have the chance I stay until the last tinge of light is gone, the rewards for patience are infinite.
NatureGreeting...
Patience is a verture you just proved it! Breathtaking photos
Madonna007photo
Wonderful view !!!!!!!!
Eugenio
:))) Lovely shot !!!
whalegeek
Wonderful image filled with color.
Kasia Kotlarska
Very romantic.
Peri
Just so breathtaking and amazing, Gary. You can see your love of TN, in every single photo.
TaniaLosada
Wonderful colors, light and scene!