SouthWestAtAtlanticBeachNC

SouthWestAtAtlanticBeachNC · 11:36 PM

Actual SS 1/40s One of my first sunsets over the Atlantic Ocean where outer banks sweep westward. Alternate Title: "IWalkAlone"

Fivesixnine · 08-02-2020, 04:03 PM

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Macivor · 08-02-2020, 05:29 PM

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**MASTERFIRE** · 08-02-2020, 06:57 PM

Originally posted by Fivesixnine

I would like to nominate this photo

Fivesixnine, Every nomination feels good...almost as good has holding a fine camera, my eye up to the viewfinder, the wonder of abiding in a world all my own, but a world to share with others and in years to come, I'll never feel alone. Thank you.

---------- Post added 08-02-20 at 07:02 PM ----------

Originally posted by Macivor

I would like to nominate this photo

Macivor, Thank you for the nomination, it is a privilege to have this forum. I hope to see your postings.

lesmore49 · 08-09-2020, 08:35 AM

I would like to nominate this photo

**MASTERFIRE** · 08-09-2020, 11:58 AM

Originally posted by lesmore49

I would like to nominate this photo

Thank you, lesmore49. For a member of your standing, I am most honored by your nomination. Indeed, it makes me feel as if I won. Having viewed all the submissions, many are (IMO) average at best. I'm no pro, but I started shooting in 1971 with a RICOH TLS 401 35mm and have shot RICOH products almost exclusively ever since along with much study. I did use an inexpensive and used ebay NIKON D3200 while saving up for my K1. Now, I will rant a bit: I believe this submission is as good as any in the running. I believe I nailed the exposure from foreground to horizon and every cloud...and no over-saturation in post edit either. It is a rare sky from a rare vantage point on the USA East Coast--it even has a story due to the lone person walking the golden strand. It evokes a good mood. The rule of thirds is perfectly applied as well. As a member for over two years, I am still trying to figure out the thinking of many who nominate what I consider average, everyday images (especially many of these sunsets, which anyone could have taken). It is not my intention to belittle any submitter. Indeed, there are a number of outstanding/winning images. I have taken many poor/average shots myself--many more than my exceptional ones for sure. Nonetheless, am I wrong in thinking my image is quite overlooked? If so, why? I would love your answers, but I'm okay if none should come. Best regards...Whatever the image, may the best take first! ... PS, In description I mention, "one of my first sunsets", when I meant to say one of my first PENTAX K1 sunsets...oh well...

dbrunton · 08-09-2020, 03:01 PM

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mangamick07 · 08-09-2020, 06:00 PM

I would like to nominate this photo

**MASTERFIRE** · 08-09-2020, 07:34 PM

Originally posted by dbrunton

I would like to nominate this photo

You and your nomination are very much appreciated...Best regards!

---------- Post added 08-09-20 at 07:38 PM ----------

Originally posted by mangamick07

I would like to nominate this photo

Thank you for your nomination, Mangamick07... It makes one feel good. Best regards and good shooting.

digi_m42 · 08-09-2020, 09:13 PM

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Mike L · 08-10-2020, 01:06 AM

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Earleena · 08-10-2020, 03:26 AM

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arvi028 · 08-10-2020, 05:42 AM

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view2010 · 08-10-2020, 06:52 PM

I would like to nominate this photo

**MASTERFIRE** · 08-10-2020, 09:26 PM

Originally posted by dbrunton

I would like to nominate this photo

dbrunton, I am most grateful for your nomination and cannot thank you enough. Best regards!

---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:28 PM ----------

Originally posted by mangamick07

I would like to nominate this photo

Thank you, mangamick07, for your nomination of my sunset image. It means a lot. Best regards!

---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:31 PM ----------

Originally posted by digi_m42

I would like to nominate this photo

Sincere thanks, digi_m42, for your nomination of my sunset image. It means more than I can rightfully say. Good shooting and best regards!

---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:37 PM ----------

Originally posted by Mike L

I would like to nominate this photo

Mike L, Thank you for nominating my sunset image, it means much to me. That you are a long standing member of this forum is humbling and I appreciate your attention. Best regards!

---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:39 PM ----------

Originally posted by Mike L

I would like to nominate this photo

Thank you, Earleena, for nominating my picture. A nomination is always special. Good shooting and all my best.

---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:40 PM ----------

Originally posted by arvi028

I would like to nominate this photo

arvi028, I want to personally thank you for nominating my sunset image. All my best regards

---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:42 PM ----------

Originally posted by view2010

I would like to nominate this photo

Hey, view2010, Thanks for your nomination of my sunset picture. It means a lot. Best regards.

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08-09-2020, 11:58 AM	#6
MASTERFIRE Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2017 Photos: Gallery Posts: 327 Original Poster	Originally posted by lesmore49 I would like to nominate this photo Thank you, lesmore49. For a member of your standing, I am most honored by your nomination. Indeed, it makes me feel as if I won. Having viewed all the submissions, many are (IMO) average at best. I'm no pro, but I started shooting in 1971 with a RICOH TLS 401 35mm and have shot RICOH products almost exclusively ever since along with much study. I did use an inexpensive and used ebay NIKON D3200 while saving up for my K1. Now, I will rant a bit: I believe this submission is as good as any in the running. I believe I nailed the exposure from foreground to horizon and every cloud...and no over-saturation in post edit either. It is a rare sky from a rare vantage point on the USA East Coast--it even has a story due to the lone person walking the golden strand. It evokes a good mood. The rule of thirds is perfectly applied as well. As a member for over two years, I am still trying to figure out the thinking of many who nominate what I consider average, everyday images (especially many of these sunsets, which anyone could have taken). It is not my intention to belittle any submitter. Indeed, there are a number of outstanding/winning images. I have taken many poor/average shots myself--many more than my exceptional ones for sure. Nonetheless, am I wrong in thinking my image is quite overlooked? If so, why? I would love your answers, but I'm okay if none should come. Best regards...Whatever the image, may the best take first! ... PS, In description I mention, "one of my first sunsets", when I meant to say one of my first PENTAX K1 sunsets...oh well... Last edited by MASTERFIRE; 08-09-2020 at 12:25 PM. Reason: Clarification

08-02-2020, 04:03 PM	#2
Fivesixnine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Fremont, California Photos: Albums Posts: 289	I would like to nominate this photo

08-02-2020, 05:29 PM	#3
Macivor Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Dunedin Posts: 178	I would like to nominate this photo

08-02-2020, 06:57 PM	#4
MASTERFIRE Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2017 Photos: Gallery Posts: 327 Original Poster	Originally posted by Fivesixnine I would like to nominate this photo Fivesixnine, Every nomination feels good...almost as good has holding a fine camera, my eye up to the viewfinder, the wonder of abiding in a world all my own, but a world to share with others and in years to come, I'll never feel alone. Thank you. ---------- Post added 08-02-20 at 07:02 PM ---------- Originally posted by Macivor I would like to nominate this photo Macivor, Thank you for the nomination, it is a privilege to have this forum. I hope to see your postings.

08-09-2020, 08:35 AM	#5
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,342	I would like to nominate this photo

08-09-2020, 03:01 PM	#7
dbrunton Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Auckland Photos: Gallery Posts: 408	I would like to nominate this photo

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mangamick07 New Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Posts: 25	I would like to nominate this photo

08-09-2020, 07:34 PM	#9
MASTERFIRE Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2017 Photos: Gallery Posts: 327 Original Poster	Originally posted by dbrunton I would like to nominate this photo You and your nomination are very much appreciated...Best regards! ---------- Post added 08-09-20 at 07:38 PM ---------- Originally posted by mangamick07 I would like to nominate this photo Thank you for your nomination, Mangamick07... It makes one feel good. Best regards and good shooting.

08-09-2020, 09:13 PM	#10
digi_m42 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 76	I would like to nominate this photo

08-10-2020, 01:06 AM	#11
Mike L Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Canberra, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,472	I would like to nominate this photo

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08-10-2020, 09:26 PM	#15
MASTERFIRE Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2017 Photos: Gallery Posts: 327 Original Poster	Originally posted by dbrunton I would like to nominate this photo dbrunton, I am most grateful for your nomination and cannot thank you enough. Best regards! ---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:28 PM ---------- Originally posted by mangamick07 I would like to nominate this photo Thank you, mangamick07, for your nomination of my sunset image. It means a lot. Best regards! ---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:31 PM ---------- Originally posted by digi_m42 I would like to nominate this photo Sincere thanks, digi_m42, for your nomination of my sunset image. It means more than I can rightfully say. Good shooting and best regards! ---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:37 PM ---------- Originally posted by Mike L I would like to nominate this photo Mike L, Thank you for nominating my sunset image, it means much to me. That you are a long standing member of this forum is humbling and I appreciate your attention. Best regards! ---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:39 PM ---------- Originally posted by Mike L I would like to nominate this photo Thank you, Earleena, for nominating my picture. A nomination is always special. Good shooting and all my best. ---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:40 PM ---------- Originally posted by arvi028 I would like to nominate this photo arvi028, I want to personally thank you for nominating my sunset image. All my best regards ---------- Post added 08-10-20 at 09:42 PM ---------- Originally posted by view2010 I would like to nominate this photo Hey, view2010, Thanks for your nomination of my sunset picture. It means a lot. Best regards.