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Mashuto — Clearing Winter Storm

Published: 2013-05-01 16:45:45 +0000 UTC; Views: 1741; Favourites: 84; Downloads: 33
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Description Canon EOS 6D | EF 70-200 f/4L IS @ 200mm | 1/15s | f/11 | ISO 100

The title of this piece reflects the Ansel Adams piece of the same name. The image was taken from the same spot as the Ansel Adams photo (Tunnel View). While the weather I experienced was nowhere near as dramatic as it was in that famous photo, I did experience a freak winter storm on the way up the mountain that day. And from what I understand, the park was also hit by this late season winter storm that appeared pretty much out of nowhere.

By the time I finally reached Tunnel View, all that was left of the storm were a few clouds off in the distance such as the cloud seen here and the few small cloud wisps coming off the top of the mountains. Disappointed that the weather and light would not be more dynamic, I waited it out as experience has told me that the light actually falling on the mountains is usually quite nice as the sun sets. In that respect I was not disappointed.
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CaptainElsa [2015-12-21 01:19:15 +0000 UTC]

awesome! that lighting is nice and dramatic. it really captures the beauty of Half Dome

I've been to Yosemite too (on summer vacation)

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mikleo [2014-05-29 22:37:06 +0000 UTC]

I love that picture

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Mashuto In reply to mikleo [2014-07-10 20:39:38 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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blutiger123 [2013-10-17 08:14:46 +0000 UTC]

O.O damn this is good!


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Mashuto In reply to blutiger123 [2013-10-20 00:32:39 +0000 UTC]

Thanks glad you like it!

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slowdog294 [2013-08-15 04:22:34 +0000 UTC]

I see the half dome, a bucket list item for my hike book.

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Mashuto In reply to slowdog294 [2013-08-16 15:51:43 +0000 UTC]

Never actually hiked it. My brother did and said it was amazing!

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slowdog294 In reply to Mashuto [2013-08-16 16:15:44 +0000 UTC]

I really do want to climb those cables.

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LAlight [2013-06-01 01:11:16 +0000 UTC]

Again, that light is just crazy! I love all the layers and warm/cool colors in this.

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Mashuto In reply to LAlight [2013-06-14 00:55:10 +0000 UTC]

Thanks LeeAnne!

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Lady---Vengeance [2013-05-18 17:07:03 +0000 UTC]

Wow!

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Mashuto In reply to Lady---Vengeance [2013-05-29 15:42:00 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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Lady---Vengeance In reply to Mashuto [2013-06-04 00:42:22 +0000 UTC]

No problem

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11AM-Daydreamer [2013-05-04 22:15:11 +0000 UTC]

This is absolutely stunning!

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Mashuto In reply to 11AM-Daydreamer [2013-05-29 15:42:04 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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COLOREDINLOVE [2013-05-03 01:52:19 +0000 UTC]

I am speechless!! You captured a perfect moment in my opinion...the colors on the mountains..just incredibly beautiful!! I love the vibrant contrasts and just a great picture!! Be proud of yourself!!

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Mashuto In reply to COLOREDINLOVE [2013-05-29 15:42:11 +0000 UTC]

Thanks so much!

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CharlieA-Photos [2013-05-01 17:45:54 +0000 UTC]

Although more clouds would definitely make for a more dramatic and dynamic scene, the light is still beautiful and you captured this scene quite well! I love the crispness and clarity of this shot, the details look great. Well done!

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Mashuto In reply to CharlieA-Photos [2013-05-29 15:43:36 +0000 UTC]

Thanks so much! I have been a bit disappointed in my trips to Yosemite when it comes to the weather. The sky and light have just been clear and not nearly as dramatic as they could be. Luckily, at a place like that, just the light falling on the mountains at sunset creates its own wonderful light.

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CharlieA-Photos In reply to Mashuto [2013-05-29 18:07:41 +0000 UTC]

True enough! It's always incredible, no matter the weather conditions. Although it would be nice if Mother Nature would cooperate a little more.

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catch---22 [2013-05-01 16:46:53 +0000 UTC]

well I know I'm jealous... well done Matt!

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Mashuto In reply to catch---22 [2013-05-29 15:43:41 +0000 UTC]

Thanks Dennis!

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