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I have seen this image on many briefs and it's no surprise why it frequently finishes well. This looks well timed to capture the soft light from the sun as well as the mist enveloping the dome which I assume is El Capitan. What also stood out was the sharpness of the grass covered rocks in the foreground leading up to the treeline on the left. Also great contrasting tones through the whole image. Congratulations on such a great image
What a great image. This flows very nicely from the right, through the foreground and then into the distance. Very beautifully composed. The rich blue sky compliments this image well as giving the viewer an idea of the altitude due to this image being captured above the cloud line. This also feels desolate without feeling lonely. I feel I would be in my element here. Congratulations on a stunning image
The obvious feature of the sun rays bursting through the distant clouds are what brought this image to my attention. Not only does it add a certain mood but it also highlights the depth of the shot. Very soft tones compliment this image. Also nicely captured without blowing the image highlights. Well done on making my top ten
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The landscapes of the USA are known for their wide open expanses, especially around the Great Basin. I would like to see your photos showing wide open natural landscapes of this stunning country in all its glory. I only want to see natural landscapes so nothing man made. Please ensure your shot is captured in one of the 50 states of the USA and not a territory. I only want to see wide open views, so please no slot canyons or similar features. For my judging, preference will be given to images with good composition, soft natural lighting and unique perspectives. I look forward to seeing your images.
500 Images entered
282 Photographers
17,773 Ratings