Red Rocks rocks (best viewed large)

Simon Whittaker

Red Rocks rocks (best viewed large)

Shot with Canon 5Dmk2 and Canon 24-70 2.8L lens (34mm) at f22, 1.6sec Auto WB ISO50 in Apeture mode.
Red Rock, Yuragir National Park, Mid North Coast, NSW Australia.
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I would like to thank my good friend Simone Byrne for her advice and encouragement with my landscapes. Check her out on RB if you want to see some truely outstanding photography.

I think this is one of my best images. Believe it or not it is very difficult to capture images here because of its bearing and landscape. The colours of the rocks, the short duration of light and the bright sky tend to cause loss in a significant range in either highlights or darks whichever way you try to capture it. I had to use an 8 stop neutral density filter and 4 stop grad ND to get a balance between the two.

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Red Rocks rocks (best viewed large) by Simon Whittaker
Red Rocks rocks (best viewed large) by Simon Whittaker
  • linifer

    linifer

    EXCELLENT!!!!!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Linny, you’re the best!
    xoxo

  • ~ Ademac

    ~ Ademac

    Beautiful image………….great framing and tones

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much for that – just commented on your latest addition, sensational work.

  • drec

    drec

    Like the light on the rocks(rhs). Nice work.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks for that – I am glad you like this. I actually had to tone down the red in the rocks because it is almost unbelievable how red they get.

  • simonesphotos

    simonesphotos

    Brilliant image Si, love the colour in the sky and the light on the rocks, all perfectly balanced in frame and a lovely bit of movement, an image I would have been proud to take, instant fave, great work!!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Luvvy, big kisses and hugs to you pet!

  • TextureoftheSin

    TextureoftheSin

    Stunning Simon! Love that light on the rocks

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks ToTS – much appreciated. I am hoping to do some artistic nudes soon – I think I have a model sorted out (not me fortunately!).

  • Joe  Mortelliti

    Joe Mortelliti

    Nice work Simon

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you so much Joe- I really do appreciate it!

  • Garth Smith

    Garth Smith

    Nice shot Simon I like it.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Garth, I really appreciate that mate!

  • Karen  Moore

    Karen Moore

    Beautiful

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you Karen, I am glad you like this – it is a beautiful spot.

  • Jim Worrall

    Jim Worrall

    a beautiful piece Simon, spot on.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much Jim, I am really flattered.

  • Carmelh

    Carmelh

    Lovely image Simon…

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you Carmel, I really appreciate that.

  • John  Kowalski

    John Kowalski

    Lovely capture Simon!!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks John – I am overwhelmed at the response to this image and I really appreciate it.

  • kathy s gillentine

    kathy s gillen...

    oustanding simon

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Kathy, hugs and kisses to you luv!

  • TextureoftheSin

    TextureoftheSin

    Oh I dunno, Simon – I think you’d do well as a nude model :)

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Ha ha ha, thanks for that – If you are into the “heftier male” you’d be laughing – come to think of it, if you saw me in the buff you WOULD be laughing!

  • Peter Hill

    Peter Hill

    Such a rich canvas you’ve caught, Simon! The 5dmk2 combo with the 24-70 really cooks don’t it?!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Peter, I really appreciate that mate. There is no doubt about the 5Dmk2 I just love it – it makes me want to pick it up and use it and the lens is sweet. I have been trying the Sigma 14mm also and I love it! I want to reshoot tomorrow as well and see if I can get this shot I just couldn’t quite nail today.
    P.s. hope you are well mate and giving that shutter a flogging!

  • Larry Varley

    Larry Varley

    Wow, bloody amazing! great work mate

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Mate that is a huge rap – I really appreciate it too. I think I have to do some portraiture though – I am starting to get that itch (not THAT itch) the other one.

  • Larry Varley

    Larry Varley

    Talcum powder helps with the itch, trust me :)

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Ha ha ha, I tried it – it tastes like crap and the itch has now spread!

  • Joanne  Bradley

    Joanne Bradley

    Breathtaking!The light captured is perfect, great composition and color!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much Joanne, that is a lovely compliment and I appreciate it very much.

  • lizalady

    lizalady

    Outstanding work and great lighting.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you so much for that, thats very nice of you to say so.

  • fauselr

    fauselr

    great shot

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you!

  • janeymac

    janeymac

    stunning Si !!! it’s like a painting !!! Jane

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Janey, believe it or not I had to desaturate the image because the colours here are so strong and it would have looked a tad unrealistic otherwise.

  • Nala

    Nala

    What a beautiful and lovely shot well done , , great capture Alan

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Al, much appreciated mate.

  • solareclips~Julie  Alexander
  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Woo hoo! Thank you kindly – you have started my day with a boost!

  • Ken Thomas

    Ken Thomas

    Brilliant work!!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Ken, I really appreciate the compliment and the favouriting too !

  • Arek Rainczuk

    Arek Rainczuk

    Beautiful light, congrats on the feature!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you so much for that – I really appreciate that!

  • gabryshak

    gabryshak

    congrats on a well deserved feature
    this is just beautifully captured, the last rays of light upon the red red rocks
    stunning
    ♥t

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment – this and others have put a real spring in my step today.

  • Hank Rodriguez

    Hank Rodriguez

    Good Golly, this is good. Great day to be at this spot, yesiree.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks very much Hank, I really appreciate that mate. It is a lovely spot too – magnificent, long, clean deserted beach with heaps of flora and fauna.

  • Wendi Donaldson

    Wendi Donaldson

    Oh wow!!! this is brilliant….amazing light on the rocks!!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you so much Wendi, I really appreciate you taking the time to have a good look at the image and take the time to comment!
    xoxo

  • Nanagahma

    Nanagahma

    What a gorgeous photo. So nicely done. Congrats on your feature.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you so much, I really appreciate that!

  • Elana Bailey

    Elana Bailey

    Stunning capture. Well done, Simon.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Cheers Emm, much appreciated!

  • PatriciaLM

    PatriciaLM

    This is awesome Simon! colours are so beautiful…. Patricia :-)

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you Patricia, I am glad you like this image – it was a bugger to get it right.

  • MICKSPIXPHOTOS

    MICKSPIXPHOTOS

    This is BEAUTIFUL, mate !! Everything about it is just right; the mix of light and dark clouds with a touch of blue sky on the left balance the land mass and tree on the right, the white surf delineates the horizon line, the long exposure gives the water just enough of the satin look, and with the unconcious habit that most people have of seeing the left side at first glance, the patch of light on the right side naturally draws the eyes across the image to it.
    Excellent work, my friend. Very well done.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much mate, I am glad you like this. I really appreciate the compliment and favouriting too!

  • kathy s gillentine

    kathy s gillen...

    stunning capture

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks again Kath!!!
    xoxo

  • funkybunch

    funkybunch

    beautiful image

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you muchly!

  • bonso

    bonso

    absolutely stunning

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you so much, I really appreciate it.

  • Maria  Moro

    Maria Moro

    Wow Simon ,, you’ve been a busy bee,, congratulations you’ve ventured out ,,, this is fantastic ,,, a superb postcard image,,, from portraits to landscapes , its nice to see you become so diverse,,, more power to you Simon,,,,cheers

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you so much Maria for your kind words. I was thinking of you the other whilst I visited a church, I took an image of Jesus on the cross and it reminded me of your fine work.

  • Tracey Mac

    Tracey Mac

    Simon!!!!
    Such a SUPERB image, I agree, this is one of your very best!!! That sunlight on the rocks is pure magic and you have captured it to perfection…..........now I really want to come back to Coffs with my camera and shoot so bad…..........the glimmer on the shore is exquisite, I absolutely love this image, huge Kudos to you !!!!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Trace, let me know when you come back!!!! (Thanks for the fav too luv!)

  • Sue Kane

    Sue Kane

    Just gorgeous Simon…the detail and light are wonderful!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you Sue, I really appreciate your kind words.

  • kathy s gillentine

    kathy s gillen...

    congratulations on being featured in the Canon DSLR group
    your hosts at Canon DSLR

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Kathy, I am going to give you that big kiss I keep promising one day!

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    It is very beautiful Simon!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Sharon, I really appreciate the favouriting too.

  • Maria  Moro

    Maria Moro

    LOL,,,,, no doubt that’s a compliment,, I can’t see the connection,,, Chalk & Cheese to me,, , lol,,,,, thanks Simon for putting a smile on my face,,,,cheers

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    I think I just had a senior moment I was sure I remembered you having taken some images in a church that I liked. (Still love your work though!)

  • Maria  Moro

    Maria Moro

    LOL,,, nice save,,,

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    I made up a saying “When you dig yourself into a hole – stop moving the shovel” – so I will.
    lol. – its warm milk and nap time now I think!

  • Robert Armstrong

    Robert Armstrong

    Wow! What a beautiful shot, wonderful light!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you Robert – I really appreciate that mate!

  • Maria  Moro

    Maria Moro

    Leave your teeth beside the table,,

    good night pop!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Maria, I don’t suppose you know where the table with the teeth is do you? .......wait, where am I?????

  • Normf

    Normf

    Ok Ok everyone I was with Simon on this shoot and it was a difficult spot with only a short window of opportunity with the light. Simon spent time rescuing my camera and tripod from the hungry ocean and all I got was some great photos of Simon’s butt (!!!) as he was bent over framing these images. I might just post one on those to satisfy my Jealousy at Simon’s skill in capturing these magnificent images in difficult light and terrain (wouldn’t be the first time)!!!! Oh great work Simon but don’t give all the credit to your gear as you worked this opportunity perfectly!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks mate, it is remarkable how small the length of time is to get a good light in there. I went again yesterday to get a different shot as well and it really hit me how little time you have.

  • MountainHawk

    MountainHawk

    Excellent capture! Congrats on the feature!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much for that, I am really stoked at the response this image has received.

  • Steve Chapple

    Steve Chapple

    Sensational capture of that splash of light, nice overall feel and again gentle sense of motion.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks alot Chappo, I really appreciate it mate.

  • chijude

    chijude

    This is work of great quality …. even a beginner can see that. !! Beautiful, inspiring … wonderful sense of the power of the sea.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you Jude, it gives me so much pleasure to think that one of my images has brought out the feelings you mention.
    xoxo

  • Mel Brackstone

    Mel Brackstone

    Beautiful image, Simon, love the colours, and the gorgeous sheen on the water!!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much Mel, I really appreciate you taking the time to have such a close look at the image and then commenting.
    xoxo

  • Knedl

    Knedl

    wow, i have no words…

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you so much, I really appreciate that.

  • Renee Dawson

    Renee Dawson

    This is an exquisite image Simon. Congratulations on your well deserved feature!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you so much Renee, I really appreciate your kind words.

  • Béla Török

    Béla Török

    Gorgeous image, Simon!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Bela, it is a beautiful place!

  • bill  oneil

    bill oneil

    very nice Simon, love the light…and scene as well.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Bill, I am glad you like this image – I have had a crap week and its comments like this that make all the difference.

  • Joyce  D. Z.

    Joyce D. Z.

    Very lovely image Simon! WOW!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Joyce, you’ve made my day ! I am going at work at the moment but I am going to check out your portfolio this week.

  • Jamie Lamb

    Jamie Lamb

    Nicely done, great composition and nice exposure.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks a lot Jamie, glad you like it mate.

  • Peacefulwarrior

    Peacefulwarrior

    just beautiful, well executed. stunning in fact

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much, from someone of your calibre that is high praise indeed and is much appreciated.

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    Aloha Simon, congratulations on your wonderful feature in Dimensions

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Mahalo Sharon!

  • terezadelpilar

    terezadelpilar


    CONGRATULATIONS!!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Wow – thank you so much – I am truely honoured!

  • 29Breizh33

    29Breizh33

    Gorgeous shot, I love the light. Congratulations.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you so much, I really appreciate that!

  • arvyart

    arvyart

    Awesome! Excellent shot Simon! Fantastic! Congrats on your features.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you very much. I am glad you like this and am so pleased to be featured.

  • PatriciaLM

    PatriciaLM

    This is awesome Simon!!!Love the comp and the colours… CONGRATULATIONS
    Patricia :-)

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you very much Patricia, I really appreciate your kind compliment.

  • ceejaycee

    ceejaycee

    Why wait till tomorrow, the sbtle colours in the sky and sea have been really well captured here.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Ha ha ha, thanks for that. I actually had to tone down the colours due to the grad ND and natural colour of the rocks!

  • Himiona Grace

    Himiona Grace

    perfection.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Ka pai e hoa. I really appreciate that.

  • kilmann

    kilmann

    Fantastic light, colours and timing.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much, I really appreciate the comment and favouriting too. I am hoping to get back up there again soon to get some different scenery.

  • Vanessa Pike-Russell

    Vanessa Pike-R...

    Congratulations! Your photo has been featured in the New South Wales group and will appear on the front page for a week

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much Vanessa, I can’t tell you how much I appreciate it!

  • Justine Devereux

    Justine Devereux

    Yep!! one of your best mate! (although your portraits are hard to beat…) This is an amazing piece of art, i would love it hanging on my wall!!
    :)

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Oh jeeeez, thanks Justine, I really appreciate that. I am hoping to get up there again soon when our weather clears up.

  • Angie  Bailey

    Angie Bailey

    Gorgeous work Simon:) Love the colours in this one…

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks again Angie, I really appreciate that.

  • ayham Salameh

    ayham Salameh

    Great shot. this is great. well done.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much, I really appreciate the favouriting too.

  • Jim DeMore

    Jim DeMore

    Simon, Beautiful setting, beautiful work. Loving the way you have combined the hard rough feel of the rocks with the soft feel of the water around them.
    jimd

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks mate! I really appreciate that. How is summer treating you guys?

  • Jim DeMore

    Jim DeMore

    Simon, Great summer (spring still) but been on vacation already and was great. Will write a e-mail soon. Going to work!
    jimd

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    No worries mate, have a good one!

  • Lisawv

    Lisawv

    Beautiful image and excellent work.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much Lisa, I really do appreciate it. Sorry for the late reply.

  • Marcel Engels

    Marcel Engels

    atmospheric and dramatic stuff. very impressive work :-)

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks very much Marcel, I really appreciate your feedback – I am just sorry it has taken so long to reply.

  • Maria Murphy

    Maria Murphy

    JUST STUNNING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you Maria, I really appreciate that.

  • Barbara  Brown

    Barbara Brown

    A lovely image!!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you very much Barbara, I really appreciate that.

  • Paul Vanzella

    Paul Vanzellafounder

    incredibly idyllic – it’s the silver tones I am drawn to! Amazing!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Paul, it is a funny little place this, the light seems to be available for such a short period of time. I left here a few times dissapointed having not been pleased with the results.

  • Jared D White

    Jared D White

    This is gorgeous! Excellent work

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks for that Jared, I really appreciate that.

  • David  Hibberd

    David Hibberd

    You have captured this scene magnificantly. Very well Done.
    Davo

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks again mate, I really appreciate your kind words.

  • Alessandro Pinto

    Alessandro Pinto

    excellent scene.. and a awesome photograph !

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Alessandro, its nice to see what you look like too!

  • Jason Connolly

    Jason Connolly

    This shot is ACE, well done Simon..

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks mate, I really appreciate that. Your landscapes really kick arse.

  • Brendan Schoon

    Brendan Schoon

    Fantastic shot, excellent lighting and the exposure is perfect! Very well done.
    Brendan

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Brendan, I really appreciate that mate. I am really starting to love this landscape caper!

  • Jigsawman

    Jigsawman

    Awesome

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you sir, I really appreciate the compliment and favouriting.

  • Nick Hunt

    Nick Hunt

    wow, fantastic work, well done with the effort you’ve gone to to produce this.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Nick, I really appreciate that mate!

  • Anthony Hedger

    Anthony Hedger

    this is stunning Simon wow!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Anthony, much appreciated.

  • GailD

    GailD

    Magic shot. Well done.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you very kindly!

  • fauselr

    fauselr

    great shot

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you very much!

  • Elysia Ranking

    Elysia Ranking

    This image is absolutely stunning, its magical! Well done.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks again Elysia, I really appreciate the kind words and the fav mwah!

  • Elysia Ranking

    Elysia Ranking

    When I have enough money (could be billions of years from now as im poor at the mo :P) Im buying this pic!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    No worries, it would be my pleasure.

  • Martin Appleby

    Martin Appleby

    Absolutely fantastic capture simon, Well done

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Martin, I really appreciate your kind words.

  • aussiedi

    aussiedi

    A fantastic capture.lighting is great.. great angle and colour.

    Di

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks very much Di, very kind words :-)

  • Christopher R Pitts

    Christopher R ...

    nice simon nice! im yet to get my ultimate red rock shot….i think you already have yours!know what you mean about the range in highlights and darkness

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks Chris, I’d really like to go back there and have another look. I took this in the middle of winter so it would be interesting to see if the change in seasons does much to it.

  • Son Truong

    Son Truong

    Greate shot in difficult conditions Simon.
    Sunight on the rocks behind give it that extra bit of warmth.

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thank you very much for your kind words :-)

  • John Hooton

    John Hooton

    You have made this look like the sort of beach one would want to get washed up on!

  • Simon Whittaker replied

    Thanks so much john, it is a lovely, secluded beach not far from us. Tragically, it has lethal currents in it that have claimed a number of lives over the years. Hows life?

  • Adrian Paul

    Adrian Paul 20 days ago

    I love this shot, Simon. Well done mate!

  • Simon Whittaker replied 20 days ago

    Thanks very much Adrian – I really appreciate your kind words.

  • Kasia-D

    Kasia-D 12 days ago

    Wonderful view and composition. Love the light!

  • Simon Whittaker replied 11 days ago

    Thanks you very much for your kind words.

  • Desmond Cannon

    Desmond Cannon 9 days ago

    More a poem than a photograph.

  • Simon Whittaker replied 9 days ago

    That is a fantastic comment, thanks for the kind words and fav’s mate.

  • Mika

    Mika 7 days ago


    20th November 2009 – Wow absolutely gorgeous! Congratulations on your top 10 placing :) brilliant!

  • Simon Whittaker replied 7 days ago

    Ka pai Mika! Great to see you back luv!

  • Adrian Kent

    Adrian Kent 7 days ago

    A brilliant shot, well done!

  • Simon Whittaker replied 7 days ago

    Thanks very much Adrian, I really appreciate it!
    (Great avatar too mate)

  • Richard  Stanley

    Richard Stanley 7 days ago

    Nice pic – well done!

  • Simon Whittaker replied 7 days ago

    Thanks very much Richard, I really appreciate that.

  • Barb White

    Barb White 7 days ago

    beautiful shot, Simon!

  • Simon Whittaker replied 7 days ago

    Thanks so much Barb!

  • Ton Beerens

    Ton Beerens 7 days ago

    congratulations on your feature great shot

  • Simon Whittaker replied 7 days ago

    Cheers Ton, thanks for the good wishes :-)

  • Ann J. Przyojski

    Ann J. Przyojski 6 days ago

    GORGEOUS!!

  • Simon Whittaker replied 6 days ago

    Thank you Ann, I really appreciate that!

  • AmyRalston

    AmyRalston 5 days ago

    PERFECT …I will look at Simone’s site too!

  • Simon Whittaker replied 5 days ago

    Thats a great compliment thank you, Simone is an excellent landscape photographer – I hope you like her stuff.

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