The Perfect Morning

Andy Mueller

The Perfect Morning

So I recently returned back to one of my favorite sites to photograph. This is the Whalehead Hunt Club in Currituck, North Carolina. Currituck Lighthouse is also visible on the left. This particular morning was just beautiful, very rare to have hardly any wind coming across Currituck Sound. The reflection turned out awesome, in my opinion. Image has been processed through Redynamix for the HDR look and also had the Orton effect applied. Best viewed in large.
Image made with tripod mounted Nikon D200, Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8, remote shutter release.

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The Perfect Morning by Andy Mueller
The Perfect Morning by Andy Mueller
  • Marvin Collins

    Marvin Collins

    Beautiful work Andy, great reflection and colors, very well done!!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Marvin, I also got some Osprey and Snowy Egret (about 20 or so in the same frame!) shots you might enjoy. Will post them soon.

  • Scott  d'Almeida

    Scott d'Almeida

    cheers ,outstanding;

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Scott!

  • Angel Perry

    Angel Perry

    Love how the lighthouse is peaking out the back…not only did you capture the whalehead club perfectly… I love that old tree and the pond’s floor. One of my fav of yours yet. Did you de sat a bit in redynamix? No matter what you did.. Awesome!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Angel. Yeah I also love how you can see the pond’s bottom vegetation. I did de-saturate this a bit. Had in Sepia first, but then it really looks better in color I think.

  • Tracey Mac

    Tracey Mac

    Andy this is a dream…....such a stunning image…..and suberb reflections…

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Well thank you, Tracey! Too kind of you!

  • Tracey Mac

    Tracey Mac

    suberb? Superb even….....lol :)

  • Von McKnelly

    Von McKnelly

    This is as close to perfect (there is no such thing as perfect) as one can get without being ascended

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Ascension can occur when a human evolves the ability to use approximately 90% of their brain capacity. The other 10% I used to open my beer ….

  • Jonicool

    Jonicool

    Beautiful tones and the reflection is amazing. Love the texture of the clouds reflected in the water and great positioning of the lighthouse too!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Joni, the conditions were just perfect, it was hard to mess it up …. hehehehe

  • Andy Mueller replied

    I was just re-reading your comment, I actually think what you may be thinking is the reflection of the clouds in the water, is actually the vegetation growing on the bottom of the pond. The water was that still and clear!

  • Charlene Aycock IPA

    Charlene Aycoc...

    Beautiful reflection

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Charlene!

  • Shelly Hiebert

    Shelly Hiebert

    Oh wow Andy! This is so great! The reflections are awesome and I love the pp work you have done with this….....you are very gifted :)

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Well thank you so much Shelly, so nice of you to say. I really lucked out with there being nearly no wind whatsoever. I have never gotten the Whalehead’s reflection THAT smooth!

  • Kim  Calvert

    Kim Calvert

    This is soooo beautiful..love the reflection and the processing you have done, makes it look a bit mystical..enchanted.

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Kim!

  • Sarah Moore

    Sarah Moore

    How incredibly good is that reflection!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Took me 3 years to finally get it that “good”. Perfect Morning!!! Thank you Sarah!

  • Barbara  Brown

    Barbara Brown

    A beautiful mirror image!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Barbara!

  • Jonicool

    Jonicool

    Sorry Andy, thought it looked like clouds…that is so clear, very nice!

  • PFrogg

    PFrogg

    Magnificent Andy there just isn’t anything left to say except magnificent
    cheers John

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Wow, thank you so much for those strong words! Much appreciated, John.

  • PFrogg

    PFrogg

    Inst fav

  • TheBlindHog

    TheBlindHog

    An amazing opportunity, well seized. I suspect there was a wee bit of preparation mixed in as well. What a fantastic shot!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Yes, just a wee bit ….. like stalking this place for 3 years now to get a reflection like that – rest was sure luck …. hehehehe. Thanks for the comment!

  • Cathy Cale

    Cathy Cale

    GORGEOUS ANDY!! ({:o)

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Cathy

  • Maria Dryfhout

    Maria Dryfhout

    Totally gorgeous… perfect!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Too kind Maria – thank you!

  • Noelene Davies

    Noelene Davies

    Stunning Andy and you could turn it upside down and still wouldn’t notice the difference. It is picture perfect.

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Noelene, yes you could flip it couldn’t you?

  • Kimberly Palmer

    Kimberly Palmer

    Came out really nice, Andy… Nice shot, perfect day!
    I see the osprey have not returned! = )

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Well, actually they are now in a nest to the right of this building about 100 yards or so. There will be some shots posted soon. Have you ever seen an Osprey attack a kite? Well, I have ….... Of course I got mad at the guy, why he would fly his kite right near their nest …..

  • Peter  Lessey

    Peter Lessey

    Outstanding work Andy, Right Place – Right Time.
    Very will done as always. – Peter

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Peter! One of those moments when all seemed to come together just perfectly! Thanks for the comment!

  • Béla Török

    Béla Török

    Gorgeous work, my friend!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you very much Bela!

  • Angie McKenzie

    Angie McKenzie

    awesome reflection andy!! great structure!!!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Angie!

  • Evita

    Evita

    Beautiful image !!! :D

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Evita!

  • Krys Bailey

    Krys Bailey

    Absolutely amazing, Andy! Looks like a painting! The reflection is out of this world!!! Bravo!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Hey Thank you Krys!!! One of those rare tripod mounted shots for me ….

  • Philip Johnson

    Philip Johnson

    a stunner Andy instant fav

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Philip!

  • Anne O'Connor

    Anne O'Connor

    Fabulous Andy, colours, light and framing is super. There is also texture within the building that jumps out at you. Well done and yes, definately a perfect morning.

    Greetings from across the seas.
    anne

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Anne, there indeed is a certain texture in the building ….

  • Rosalie Dale IPA

    Rosalie Dale IPA

    Absolute stunner – congrats on the Feature in HDR Group Andy

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Rosalie!

  • Scott Ward

    Scott Ward

    Great photo!!!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Scott!

  • carlosramos

    carlosramos

    Fantastic reflection, stunning shot!

  • Charlie08

    Charlie08

    What can I possibly say that hasn’t already been said.. Andy, Your eye for photography brings the photo to life, lends the story to the viewer and creates a desire to be a part of that story you are telling. You are by far one of the most amazing photographers I have come across, congrats on your feature, so well deserved! Charlotte xo

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Wow, Charlotte, thank you SO much for that nice comment! Very much appreciated!

  • Mark Lee

    Mark Lee

    Wow !!! right composition with right lighting :) outstanding :)

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Took me 3 years to finally get THAT reflection …. and the lighting was perfect, about 30mins after Sunrise. Thank you so much!

  • davidShandley

    davidShandley

    Great Shot Andy, I use Dynamic Photo as a stand alone but have not achieved anything like this image.

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Dynamic Photo? Haven’t tried that one. I took multiple bracketed shots and will run some through Photomatix Pro to see what a “true” HDR will look like of this. I was just short on time and wanted to post something (it had been days …)

  • Dennis Jones - CameraView

    Dennis Jones -...

    I thought I recognized this… A really neat place. Love the light you captured…

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Yes, your eyes weren’t tricking you, I finally got the reflection I’ve been after for the last 3 years maybe ….. Thanks for the comment Dennis, always appreciated.

  • Michael  Bermingham

    Michael Bermi...

    Another Cracker Mate. Isnt it grand when it all “clicks” into place?

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Oh yes Sir, I love when that happens …..Thnks Mate!

  • LudaNayvelt

    LudaNayvelt

    wonderful

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much

  • Kimberly Palmer

    Kimberly Palmer

    when I first read KITE, i thought you meant a hawk…. hahaha usually it’s the other way around.

  • Peter  Lessey

    Peter Lessey

    Congratulations on being Featured,
    Very well Deserved. – Peter

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Well thank you Peter, much appreciated

  • Alexanderargyll

    Alexanderargyll

    totally outstanding…........well done on your feature and deservedly so

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much!

  • savosave

    savosave

    superb shot Andy

  • Leslie Wood

    Leslie Wood

    Simply fantastic!! Love the muted value!!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Leslie!

  • Pete Costick

    Pete Costick

    Wonderfull image enhanced beautifully by your PP work, great work Andy.

  • Andy Mueller replied

    I’m glad you like it, thank you Pete!

  • WJPhotography

    WJPhotography

    Gorgeous capture

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thanks a bunch, Wendy

  • Squealia

    Squealia

    STunning work

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much

  • BigD

    BigD

    Fantastic reflection

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thanks a bunch!

  • hans olsen

    hans olsen

    Great “Ye Olde” look treatment. Suits the subject.

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Hans!

  • Sandy Woolard

    Sandy Woolard

    Absolutely Beautiful!!!!!!! Stunning work!!!!!!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Sandy

  • Carla Jensen

    Carla Jensen

    WOW!!! This is simply outstanding…Andy!!! What an amazingly beautiful image you have captured here, perfect in everyway !!!wtg

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Carla, much appreciated!

  • Al Neaimi

    Al Neaimi

    Fantastic treatment and subject , well done.

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much, Al

  • Dion Futerman

    Dion Futerman

    STUNNING

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Dion!

  • Magee

    Magee

    Popped up in my Work you may have missed cluster! All of a sudden I’m liking that inovation!! lolol!
    Stopped me dead in my tracks Andy!! Absolutely takes my breath away looking at it! It’s positibvely magnificent!! Kudos for a job well done!!! :-))

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Wow, that is too kind of you to say, Magee! Thank you so much!

  • Victoria Jostes

    Victoria Jostes

    perfection, andy.

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Jostes!

  • littleny

    littleny

    outstanding shot and processing!

  • LindaJBazor

    LindaJBazor

    Your photo is featured this week in Cottage Style group. Congratulations!

  • joyousmoon

    joyousmoon

    Congratulations on your feature! Nicely done!

  • Monika Juengling
  • AnnieSnel

    AnnieSnel

    Congratulations on you feature in the Cottage Style Group. Really beautiful work!!

  • Karen Scrimes

    Karen Scrimes


    Congratulations on being featured in the PostCard Style group. Beautiful image

  • Susanne Correa

    Susanne Correa

    Andy you should really add this Image into the Neighborhoods Group…Fantastisch

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Susanne, I might just do that! Danke schoen!

  • kalaryder

    kalaryder

    Excellent shot and congratulations on being featured in Post Card Style

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much!

  • Hans Kawitzki

    Hans Kawitzki

    Great image,reflection and fantastic process

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Hans, much appreciate the comment

  • Mary Ann Reilly

    Mary Ann Reilly

    beautiful image: like a dream.

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thanks a lot Mary Ann!

  • jacqleen

    jacqleen

    SURE IS….........I’d LV to wake up to this every morning!!! GREAT GREAT image and post!!!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Jacqleen

  • Jan Piller

    Jan Piller

    You are surely the master of this hunt club – it’s like you must see it differently than anyone else – your pictures are proof! Wonderful!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    What a compliment …. thank you so much Jan.

  • Elizabeth Bravo

    Elizabeth Bravo

    What a beautiful image Andy. I love this so much…..It seems that I had seen it before and thought to comment. I am glad I got to see it again in the Feature for Postcard Style!! GREAT WORK!!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Elizabeth, too kind oy you to say!

  • Colleen Milburn

    Colleen Milburn

    Beautiful work, Andy :))

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Colleen!

  • Lois  Bryan

    Lois Bryan

    Oh, Andy!!! i’ve been by the Whalehead Hunt Club many, many times … and I’ve never seen it looking more beautiful!!!!!! Until last year, we spent our vacations at Whalehead every summer … and the vision you’ve captured here is more haunting and glorious than in real life!! Outstanding photography and outstanding pp work … my hat is off to you, hon!!!!! Congratulations on all your well deserved Features!!!!!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Oh wow – what an incredibly nice comment!!! Isn’t that place just fantastic? Will have to check your portfolio to see if you have any Whalehead images.

  • billfox256

    billfox256

    Looks like a beautiful painting. A really great picture. Bill

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Bill, too kind!

  • Susanne Correa
  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you for allowing me to add it to your group!

  • Karen  Tillotson

    Karen Tillotson

    Terrific image…great treatment!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so Karen

  •  Cheri Perry

    Cheri Perry

    Absolutely fantastic image.

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Cheri

  • Jens Helmstedt

    Jens Helmstedt

    Stunning! Excellent work Andy!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    So nice of you to say, Thank You!

  • Laurie Search

    Laurie Search

    Wow, this is so beautiful!! The tones are amazing!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you Laurie. Too kind!

  • ambient-1

    ambient-1

    Stunning!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thanks a bunch!

  • jacqleen

    jacqleen

    wow….......JUST AMAZING!!! LV the Tones, the Texture and the FEEL OF THIS!!! very nice work!

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much, really appreciate the visit & comment!

  • Voltaire Carlos

    Voltaire Carlos

    Great shot!

  • Voltaire Carlos

    Voltaire Carlos

    Great shot!

  • Mike Griffiths

    Mike Griffiths

    Hi Andy! Your image has been FEATURED in Neighborhoods ! Congratulations and thank you so much for sharing such a fantastic photo with our Group! This is beautiful and so deserving!

  • Susanne Correa

    Susanne Correa

    congrats on the feature Andy! beautiful!

  •  Cheri Perry

    Cheri Perry

    What a beautiful image this is…Congratulations!

  • Susanne Correa

    Susanne Correa


    Congratulations on your Win! This is very well deserving!

  • toby snelgrove  IPA

    toby snelgrove...

    nailed it …

  • dvande1

    dvande1

    very nice feel in this. good work!

  • F.A. Moore

    F.A. Moore

    This is just drop dead gorgeous. That’s all there is to it.

  • happyfeet5

    happyfeet5

    This is beautiful and has a quite calming effect. Glad you took the picture.

  • Prasad

    Prasad

    Excellent work, Andy

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much, Prasad. Means a lot coming from a top notch photographer as yourself!

  • Tara Sheffer-Archie

    Tara Sheffer-A...

    Incredible shot Andy! This is stunning!

  • Barbara Morrison

    Barbara Morrison

    Wow! What a beautiful image!

  • Elaine Teague

    Elaine Teague

    Simply fabulous image Andy. The reflection and treatment are perfection. A fave for me. Congratulations on your top tenner too.

  • Andy Mueller replied

    Thank you so much Elaine, too kind of you!

  • Rick & Deb Larson

    Rick & Deb Larson

    Andy HUGE CONGRATS on your Top Ten finish in the ‘Calm As The Mirror’ challenge with this beautiful country club reflection capture!! Take Care ~ Rick & Deb ~ :)

  • Veikko  Suikkanen

    Veikko Suikkanen

    BIG CONGRATS on your Top Ten finish in the ‘Calm As The Mirror’ challenge!
    Congratulations, this work has been featured in the group All Countries ~ Wetlands, Ponds, Lakes and Rivers!

  • RickF

    RickF

    Beautiful capture!

  • Jigsawman

    Jigsawman

    Awesome

  • Ray Mosteller

    Ray Mosteller

    Beautiful work. Congratulations.

  • redbubbleartist

    redbubbleartist

    Great result!

  • Stefan Trenker

    Stefan Trenker

    the perfect mirror! excellent shot Andy!

  • Meeli Sonn

    Meeli Sonn 8 days ago

    wonderful

  • nadine henley

    nadine henley 7 days ago

    just amazingly good, andy!!

  • Kay Kempton Raade

    Kay Kempton Raade 5 days ago

    Super!!

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