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Starfish Point by PatrickSmith
We had one of the lowest tides of the year, and near sunset too. So I was able to get around the point and onto this deserted beach 20 miles north of San Francisco. I have been to the next beach over probably 100 times in my life and have never been able to get over to this one.
When the tide is this low, all sorts of tidepools and encrusted rocks are exposed that normally are underwater even during a regular low tide.
Fortunately, there was just a little fog which allowed for some nice even light and added depth to the ragged cliffs. So I was able to get several decent shots which I may upload later.
1/8 second exposure @F18 with ND grad 0.6
| Date Added: | 9 Oct 2006 - 13:58 |
| Camera: | Canon 5D |
| Lens: | Canon 17-40 @20 |
| Film: | RAW ISO 50 |
| Categories: | General Landscape / Travel |
| Tags: | starfish beach fog |
| Readers' Votes: | 160 |
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Chant
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 14:02
The colourful starfish make this shot for me. Lovely colours and textures on the foreground rock.
Dave.
Dave.
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 14:23
Wonderful shot Patrick,fantastic rock with great colours and very good timing on the movement of water,great shot.
Mo.
Mo.
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 14:24
That rock needs to be seen large to be believed Patrick. I've never seen so many starfish in one place!
Looking forward to seeing more shots from here.
Mike
Looking forward to seeing more shots from here.
Mike
Keith Henson
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Angela Joel
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Suzan
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 14:37
Hey Patrick,
A Beautiful image for sure.....Not sure what is more amazing, the fact that I got in under 10 or how you seem to acquire these beach shots with just the right amount of lighting to make it really stand out.
The Star colours are gorgeous against the rocks or it looks to be lke coral....Very Nice!
The detail in the picture as a whole is exceptional and of course ya gotta Luv the bits of fog far off in the distance....Glad to see you and Terry finally got your clouds.....
Have a nice day,
Suzan
A Beautiful image for sure.....Not sure what is more amazing, the fact that I got in under 10 or how you seem to acquire these beach shots with just the right amount of lighting to make it really stand out.
The Star colours are gorgeous against the rocks or it looks to be lke coral....Very Nice!
The detail in the picture as a whole is exceptional and of course ya gotta Luv the bits of fog far off in the distance....Glad to see you and Terry finally got your clouds.....
Have a nice day,
Suzan
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 14:39
Great viewpoint and foreground interest, a beautiful coastal shot Patrick
Tom Dee
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 14:41
Thanks for looking!
Thanks Chant, I did try to get the water just as it went around the rock, but before it touched the seaweed.
There are lots of them Keith!
Thanks Angie, I'm glad you like more than just the rock - LOL...
Yes Suzan, we did get some clouds a few days ago. I watched an amazing sunset stuck in 22 lanes of traffic (one way) on the approach to the bay bridge. Got nothing by the time I got to my spot on the island. It was clear everywhere yesterday except for this spot on the coast.
Patrick
Thanks Chant, I did try to get the water just as it went around the rock, but before it touched the seaweed.
There are lots of them Keith!
Thanks Angie, I'm glad you like more than just the rock - LOL...
Yes Suzan, we did get some clouds a few days ago. I watched an amazing sunset stuck in 22 lanes of traffic (one way) on the approach to the bay bridge. Got nothing by the time I got to my spot on the island. It was clear everywhere yesterday except for this spot on the coast.
Patrick
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 14:49
Superb shot! Well composed, and that rock really looks amazing. I could probably spend an entire evening taking photographs of it from different angles and distances. Well seen and taken.
Benedict
Benedict
Willie Baneham
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 15:19
A very nice shot, - the starfish lend a lot of interest in the foreground.
W
W
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 16:27
Love the foreground detail Patrick and the low angle you've taken this from.
Debbie
Debbie
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 16:29
Wow, amazing shot, the rock they are on almost has the same shape to it!
P
P
Jouko Makkonen
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 16:31
The LARGER VERSION IS A MUST SEE!
Wish this e2 membership would allow to see THE LARGER VERSION ONLY! : (
Another quality image, Patrick!
Jouko
Wish this e2 membership would allow to see THE LARGER VERSION ONLY! : (
Another quality image, Patrick!
Jouko
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 16:35
What a stupendous find, Patrick. Great detail in the cliffs as well as on the rock, and the fog is a real bonus. I wonder how this would look if the rock were positioned a little further to the left and away from the cliffs. (Not that I'm advocating you push it in that direction.)
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 16:55
Knew this was yours right away , stunning image, how come though you get so many starfish in a beach surf area, they would be washed away first set of waves in Cornwall
simon morris
I am a 39 year old psychiatric nurse and live near the Glamorgan Heritage Coast Line in South Wales. My photography is influenced by music, reading, art and films and other peoples work though I strive to be original in my approach.
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 17:05
Thanks for looking in!
I did that myself Benedict!
Me too Jouko.
Hi Ian, I do have one like that. It would be the ideal place but there was too much glare on the starfish. I had to get them in an area with lower reflected light. I have other variations that I'll upload though.
Paul, there are rocks just to the left of this one that block the big waves, so this rock is relatively sheltered. There are also big cliffs right behind me in this shot. I actually have a shot of a wall full of starfish only. No background, just starfish and blue, green and yellow anemones. Of course I had to get a wave about to hit, but other than that, it is a straight shot.
Patrick
I did that myself Benedict!
Me too Jouko.
Hi Ian, I do have one like that. It would be the ideal place but there was too much glare on the starfish. I had to get them in an area with lower reflected light. I have other variations that I'll upload though.
Paul, there are rocks just to the left of this one that block the big waves, so this rock is relatively sheltered. There are also big cliffs right behind me in this shot. I actually have a shot of a wall full of starfish only. No background, just starfish and blue, green and yellow anemones. Of course I had to get a wave about to hit, but other than that, it is a straight shot.
Patrick
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 17:11
The detail on that rock is amazing Patrick as is the wonderful composition. the exposure is just righ so that nothing is blown out. Nice one
Mike
Mike
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 17:18
I love the starfish on the rock; this is a beatiful composition and you've got the exposure spot-on. Glorious.
Anna
Anna
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 17:34
Great colours in the starfish, like the overall lighting and depth, superb movement Patrick
Malcolm
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 17:40
Patrick -- I like the sense of flow around the foreground rock. Nicely done. -=Walter
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 18:11
The colourful starfish on the rock really lift this image, Patrick.
Gareth
Gareth
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 18:21
Wow, Patrick, so much marine life clinging to that one rock, like an underwater city. You have made another good job in capturing this one.
John
John
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 18:26
Yo Patrick, another great image. Excellent foreground details. Super composition and love those starfish
Richard
Richard
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 19:17
Hi Patrick,love the foreground rock and the starfish and all the colours/tones,the reflections,shadows,lighting,swirling water,sea weed,ruggedness,clouds,mist,atmosphere and the whole scene is just perfectly exposed and composed.take care.Ann
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 19:25
That fg boulder so full of interest Patrick, and clouds in the sky too....wonders will never cease LOL.
Gwyn
Gwyn
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 19:26
This is where I declare my preferences I suspect - I like the general aspect and that rock is a winner - but I feel the shot is a little flat - the light is a bit to blame for that - a little grad burning in ps may bring background into play ??
(may account for my overblowing my shots ?)
Dave
(may account for my overblowing my shots ?)
Dave
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 19:26
Here you can talk about details in the big version, also nice soft colours
Peter
Peter
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 19:33
Thanks for looking!
Walter, I'm glad you noticed. I did try to catch the water just as it wraps around the rock.
Ye John, every square inch of these rocks are encrusted with life.
Hi Dave, I'll experiment with the contrast in back. Maybe I could get a more detail there. The light was very soft at this point. Funny thing is that about 15 minutes later, the fog disappeared and then the light was too harsh!
Patrick
Walter, I'm glad you noticed. I did try to catch the water just as it wraps around the rock.
Ye John, every square inch of these rocks are encrusted with life.
Hi Dave, I'll experiment with the contrast in back. Maybe I could get a more detail there. The light was very soft at this point. Funny thing is that about 15 minutes later, the fog disappeared and then the light was too harsh!
Patrick
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 19:52
Hi Patrick, love the starfish on the rock...the orange colour was the first thing I noticed! Superb exposure for the water and love the reflections of the cliffs in the wet sand.
Charlotte
Charlotte
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 20:41
Terrific fg (and bg) interest, and just the right amount of movement in the water. Like the reflections on the wet sand too. Excellent shot Patrick.
Nigel
Nigel
Edmund Kennerley
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 20:45
An excellent beachscape, the foreground detail is brilliant particularly when viewed in large, i.e the starfish, mussels and barnacles
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 20:54
Clarity..that's all I can find to say Patrick,your photography is to be admired.
Janet
Janet
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 20:58
Hi Patrick.
Superb shot again. The live at this rock is really amazing. Hope you managed to get back before the tide came higher.
Jan
Superb shot again. The live at this rock is really amazing. Hope you managed to get back before the tide came higher.
Jan
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 21:03
The rock with the yellow starfish add good foreground detail and a gentle touch of colour. Nice one.
Ted
Ted
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 21:16
Hi Patrick,
A stunning composition with great exposure and detail.
Many thanks for your support and comments on my pics.
Mike
A stunning composition with great exposure and detail.
Many thanks for your support and comments on my pics.
Mike
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 22:03
Patrick beautiful coplete capture with all the detail from the living organisms on the roch and if you really think about it the tide is very low due to the fact that this rock is sumerged for most of the time for all that is living on it! Patrick would tose be mussels on the rock as well?
stay well
tonymarq
stay well
tonymarq
Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 22:05
Thanks for looking!
Yes Tony, those are mussels of several different species. It is happening today too so I'm going out again right now...
Later,
Patrick
Yes Tony, those are mussels of several different species. It is happening today too so I'm going out again right now...
Later,
Patrick
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 22:15
Fantastic details on those small starfishes and love the movementin the water. Thanks alot for the comment it feels good to be back =)
denka
denka
terry potter
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Posted: 9 Oct 2006 - 23:37
Even without the foreground rock, this is a wonderful picture, the light is gorgeous and the reflections of the cliffs in the sand superb, i really like this mate.
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Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 05:12
When I looked at the thumb for this shot, my first thought was overexposed, the large version proved me to be completely wrong. This is beautifully exposed and a very fine crafted image indeed Patrick. Grand work for the first time on a new beach and working against the tide.
The encrusted boulder comes alive in the larger version and all the rich detail is there to enjoy, the boulder just kisses the horizon and is quite perfect.
All the very best my friend,
Dougie
The encrusted boulder comes alive in the larger version and all the rich detail is there to enjoy, the boulder just kisses the horizon and is quite perfect.
All the very best my friend,
Dougie
Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 07:49
I love the star fish Patrick and the detail!!
Nice colours too.
But it could be anywhere in the globe and not specific to the usa and thats what i really like about it!
You could be here in old Blighty LOL
Dave
Nice colours too.
But it could be anywhere in the globe and not specific to the usa and thats what i really like about it!
You could be here in old Blighty LOL
Dave
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Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 12:43
Packed full of detail Patrick, and brilliantly composed so we get the best view of the marine life, and the beach as well.
Martin
Martin
Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 12:46
Simply superb
yet again
patrick, you really are an inspiration to those of us stuck way away from the coast.
great work
brandi
yet again
patrick, you really are an inspiration to those of us stuck way away from the coast.
great work
brandi
Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 13:47
Thank you for your comments!
Dougie, I noticed the same thing. Sometimes the thumbnails look different than the bigger versions.
Sorry you're stuck inland Brandi. I remember how much you wanted to see the coastline.
Patrick
Dougie, I noticed the same thing. Sometimes the thumbnails look different than the bigger versions.
Sorry you're stuck inland Brandi. I remember how much you wanted to see the coastline.
Patrick
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Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 14:43
Wonderful detail on the rock Patrick, like the movement of water around it too.I like the reflection of the cliff face in the wet sand aswell, excellent work!
Sez
Sez
Suzan
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Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 15:03
22 Lanes of Traffic???!!!
And here I thought Atlanta was a nightmare??
You should at least know the backroads by now, 'eh?
And here I thought Atlanta was a nightmare??
You should at least know the backroads by now, 'eh?
Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 16:11
Thanks Sez!
Yes Suzan, 22 lanes that compress down to 5 in order to cross the bridge. There can be quite a wait! There are no backroads. The mountians limit where you can drive. And you have to go over the bridges to go anywhere, and they all have the same problem with traffic. In this case, I wanted to go over to the island so that was the only way to do it. Atlanta does have that hub bottleneck which is similar.
Later,
Patrick
Yes Suzan, 22 lanes that compress down to 5 in order to cross the bridge. There can be quite a wait! There are no backroads. The mountians limit where you can drive. And you have to go over the bridges to go anywhere, and they all have the same problem with traffic. In this case, I wanted to go over to the island so that was the only way to do it. Atlanta does have that hub bottleneck which is similar.
Later,
Patrick
Suzan
I appreciate you taking the time to look at my images and feel free to leave comments, advice, etc....I am always learning!
I live just outside Atlanta, GA....currently working in communications with a degree in travel and aviation....:)
With my Luv for Travel and...
Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 16:33
Ok, don't go all road rage on me...Just trying to help you out..
Maybe you should just move to the island....
Later,
Suzan
Maybe you should just move to the island....
Later,
Suzan
Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 17:18
Wow, what a beauty!!!
gorgeous scene and water movement and starfish to boot!!!
Wow, what a pic!!!
Thomas
gorgeous scene and water movement and starfish to boot!!!
Wow, what a pic!!!
Thomas
Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 17:18
Hi Patrick,
You have a wonderful portfolio. I have just visited your website, which is wonderful, and borrowed a few shots as wallpaper. Thanks.
Thomas.
You have a wonderful portfolio. I have just visited your website, which is wonderful, and borrowed a few shots as wallpaper. Thanks.
Thomas.
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10 July 2006
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Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 19:19
Very little colour yet it hits you like the proverbial ton of bricks, due to the composition, distant fog and just being a darn nice scene. Looking forward to seeing some of the others.
Jim.
Jim.
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Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 20:21
Hi Patrick, I do enjoy your seascapes, particularly when they have such a detailed f.g. and your favourite element, fog. Nick.
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Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 22:05
Superb detail in the rock and positioning the top of it just below the rock at the cliff base line is very well thought out (no overlaps). Good stuff Pat.
Kris.
Kris.
Greg Lazzaro
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Posted: 10 Oct 2006 - 23:29
I actually love how the soft colors play together and seem to thrive on the light light, on top of that you have a brilliant comp, its to be expected, Spot on! Click!!!
Greg
Greg
Posted: 11 Oct 2006 - 07:35
Hope they're all as good as this Patrick. What am I saying? It's you - of course they will.
Iain
Iain
Posted: 11 Oct 2006 - 14:45
Thank you for your comments!
That wouldn't be a bad idea Suzan. The views are spectacular there. The worst freeway access probably in the entire world though. There is a small ramp in the middle of the bridge and you have to merge instantly into traffic in a 'do or die' sort of way! Or the traffic is not moving at all, which makes merging rather difficult.
Jim, maybe I should saturate it a bit?
That's right Nick, the fog really helps, as we rarely have clouds to work with for about 6 months per year.
Glad you noticed Kris. It was difficult to get it high enough so as not to have the rock block the view of the edge of the beach. And there is a hole in the sand right behind me here.
I hope so Iain! But you never know....
Patrick
That wouldn't be a bad idea Suzan. The views are spectacular there. The worst freeway access probably in the entire world though. There is a small ramp in the middle of the bridge and you have to merge instantly into traffic in a 'do or die' sort of way! Or the traffic is not moving at all, which makes merging rather difficult.
Jim, maybe I should saturate it a bit?
That's right Nick, the fog really helps, as we rarely have clouds to work with for about 6 months per year.
Glad you noticed Kris. It was difficult to get it high enough so as not to have the rock block the view of the edge of the beach. And there is a hole in the sand right behind me here.
I hope so Iain! But you never know....
Patrick
Adrian Reynolds
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Posted: 11 Oct 2006 - 15:28
What a subject Patrick, and you've done a grand job on it, beautiful shot, Adrian
Posted: 11 Oct 2006 - 15:39
This definitely benefits from being viewed large. Beautiful muted colours and fantastic detail in the foreground rock. A superb image!
Posted: 11 Oct 2006 - 19:51
A top draw seascape of the highest standard Patrick.
Thank you for your kind words.
Mark.
Thank you for your kind words.
Mark.
Posted: 12 Oct 2006 - 04:27
Absolutely stunning Patrick as is the images in your portfolio. I was very impressed with the quality of your work - great stuff!
Stan
Stan
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Posted: 12 Oct 2006 - 07:06
The small version just doesn't do this justice, when I first looked I didn't think it was up to your usual incredibly high standard, the larger just blows your socks off!
Alan
Alan
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Posted: 12 Oct 2006 - 08:45
Cracking shot Patrick. So much to look at on that rock.A little world of it's own.
Brian.
Brian.
Posted: 12 Oct 2006 - 13:05
The amazing details in the foreground and the tone and colors gave a magical appeal!
Posted: 12 Oct 2006 - 13:58
Thank you for looking!
I have more from here so upload them later.
Patrick
I have more from here so upload them later.
Patrick
Posted: 12 Oct 2006 - 21:44
What a rock, the swirling water & fg make a fab image in their own right. The fact you got the cliffs with the mist was the icing on the cake...fab shot Patrick.
By-the-way - had a look at your website, really well done...
Alan
By-the-way - had a look at your website, really well done...
Alan
Posted: 13 Oct 2006 - 11:09
Hello Patrick, lovely seaside composition with loads of detail on that big stone...exposure on your water has a pleasing effect.
Doug.
PS. Telephone...works one, selling photographs, huh, lucky if I sell one a day, I would be a poor man living on that income.
Doug.
PS. Telephone...works one, selling photographs, huh, lucky if I sell one a day, I would be a poor man living on that income.
Posted: 13 Oct 2006 - 12:02
Fascinating detail in the foreground rock - its always a great feeling getting somewhere where its been impossible to do so
Angela Jayne Barnett
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I am an artist first and photographer second.Therefore I tend to create images rather than take photographs.My work tries to reflect the magic and mystery that I see in the world around me and I have no problem with manipulating or useing other graphic techniqu...
Posted: 13 Oct 2006 - 14:42
Wonderfull,colourfull detail in the large version Patrick, I hardly ever see any starfish here on Mull! Really beautifull (or did you spend a dedicated 1/2 hour glueing those poor things onto the rock??)
Posted: 14 Oct 2006 - 03:24
Lucky you! I think that big boulder with the starfish really make the shot. Real nice!
Posted: 14 Oct 2006 - 14:25
I'm sorry I totally forgot to give you my reader's choice vote sorry mate.
denka
denka
Clive Burrow
Keen amateur photographer living in on the borders of Essex and London.
Posted: 15 Oct 2006 - 19:44
Stunning shot Patrick, I love the starfish as well on the foreground rock.
Clive
Clive
Peter Gonczarow
After a break of around 25yrs, my interest in photography as a hobby was renewed when I bought a 2mp camera I then started going out taking photos (snapping)with my friend Keith who is on epz,(KBan)he has also encouraged me to join.I have spent many hours on this site v...
Posted: 15 Oct 2006 - 22:05
Superb detail and texture on the foreground rock, I like the capture of the swirling water around it too. A fantastic shot Patrick.
Pete.
Pete.
Douglas Wyatt
I live in Colchester, Essex which is very close to Constable Country and full of wonderful opportunities. I will always be in search of that "wow" shot and never get tired of looking!
I enjoy being on the site and looking at all of the pictures. I like to leave co...
Posted: 17 Oct 2006 - 02:36
Thanks for your comments!
Alan, thanks for the imput on the website.
LOL - Doug, you are right!
Angie, no animals were hurt during the creation of this image! It is Humaine Society approved for vegans!
Patrick
Alan, thanks for the imput on the website.
LOL - Doug, you are right!
Angie, no animals were hurt during the creation of this image! It is Humaine Society approved for vegans!
Patrick
Posted: 27 Oct 2006 - 22:02
Love the texture in that rock and the movement shown in the water. A great piece of work.
Hawk
Hawk
Posted: 28 Oct 2006 - 22:30
Yet another fantastic shot ... with wonderful detail .... all those starfish .. .at first glance it looks like just a few ... but on closer inspection, there are simply loads of them .... just different colours ...... love the cliffs .... wonderful detail in them in the large version .... a cracker! Click*
Karen
Karen
Posted: 11 Nov 2006 - 07:05
Somebody might have mentioned it before me (didn't read all the comments above lol), but this is a beautiful photo. The fg, withe the colorfull starfish makes it.
Posted: 16 Nov 2006 - 17:02
Oooh - more starfish - lovely! (Sorry, I know this is the first of the starfish shots but I'm going backwards through the ones I've missed this evening!) Love the water swirl, too!
C