Wednesday, June 15, 2011

SkyWatch & Nature Notes ~ The Inimitable Magnificence of Nature


Leaving Second Valley on the coast of South Australia rather
later than I had planned, I noticed the developing sunset.


The road was long and windy and the light augured well for
something spectacular to follow.


There is one gap in the hills before you can get a view of the sea
and only one place where you can safely stop, so it was pedal to
the metal as I held my breath and hoped to make it.


Around the last bend and into the lookout car park.
This first shot, as I wound down my window.


By the time I was out of the car, the light had changed
dramatically and the shadows were lengthening.


The sea turned into a cauldron of molten gold,


sea, sky and earth were suffused with golden light . . .


Looking up the coast, the sea was so blue while the coastal
grasses turned red.


At my feet all was golden, I could have mined my shoes.


Again, the sun bounced off the water


and turned it's molten magnificence into a different tone
of gold. When is too much not enough? When you stand there
bemused by all this glory . . .



They all enlarge should you wish to do so. All straight off the camera
except for re-sizing.

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39 comments:

  1. Looks like you got to the coast just in time to catch those golden glows.

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  2. Breathtaking pict of the setting sun. Loved the second pc with an aglow rolling hill.

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  3. Beautiful series of photos. Love the shots of the sea.

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  4. The golden tones are so lovely, Arija!

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  5. AWESOME!!! These images are breathtaking.

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  6. oh my goodness. absolutely beautiful. that 'looking up the coast' shot took my breath and stirred my soul...

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  7. Wow! That's spectacular, Arija! It was worth keeping the pedal to the metal! Sunsets are at their best on the beach, I think. Have a great weekend. I hope all is okay with you?

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  8. Breathtaking captures for the day, Arija! The golden colors, the path of light on the water are exquisite. Your timing was indeed perfect! Hope you have a wonderful weekend! Take care!

    Sylvia

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  9. I am glad you made it -especially to that rounded hilltop with the shadow in the dip. Nice.
    nellie

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  10. Magnificence indeed!
    these photos are stunning

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  11. The lighting is unbelievable. You captured the natural beauty so well.

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  12. Wow, beautiful shots.
    I'm glad you made it.

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  13. amazing shots with fantastic twilight lighting.

    My sky is here

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  14. Lovely series of shots Arija

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  15. Beautiful, beautiful pictures!
    I love the golden light in them!

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  16. Beautiful, beautiful pictures!
    I love the golden light in them!

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  17. Great captures!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  18. The photos of the golden hues on water are just magical - I have travelled this road but not with the delightful colours of your journey.

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  19. What a lovely sequence. You've been playing with the light in a wonderful way.
    Thanks for sharing and enjoy your weekend.

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  20. Your photos says it all!! Magnificent!

    SWF

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  21. at my feet all was golden, I could have mined my shoes

    wow - your words captured my attention this morning

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  22. What a show! Your description is just as captivating as the photos themselves.

    I was afraid, at first, that the companion in your previous post was a wolf. Glad he was friendly!

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  23. What a beautiful continent. Your eyes and heart have been blessed with the magnificence of nature. You are a rich woman!!!

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  24. Lovely shots Arija. secong valley is one of our favourite spots on the Fleurieu

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  25. These are wonderful, each more striking than the last. I love your words, too--"I could have mined my shoes." Beautiful post, beautiful country.

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  26. What lovely golden shimmering shots!

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  27. Oh, I am so glad you came to my blog and I to yours. What a treat to scroll through your lovely photos and let the story unfold bit by bit. Beautiful pictures and a lovely narrative to go with them. I will certainly check out your posts frequently. Have a lovely weekend. Mickie :)

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  28. Spectacular shots! I used to live on the Fleurieu Peninsula and have been on that road a few times. It's one of the most beautiful places on earth and you have showcased it mavelously!

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  29. Thanks for your greeting :-)
    Where are your images beautiful. They exude a great atmosphere.

    Greetings from Denmark

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  30. Oh Arija, the light is exquisite in every photo. Thank you for holding me in your prayers for my tests next Friday.

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  31. Incredible - fantastic photos. I had an experience like that driving back from Las Vegas a few weeks ago, but in my case it was a desert and rock outlook, and I made it with literally 1 minute of light left.

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  32. Fabulous collection of photos capturing beautiful sparkling light

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  33. Hi Arija, perfect timing to catch the rays, sun and golden surrounds. I really enjoyed this post. Blessings, Jo

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  34. How beautiful and a perfect finish to my lovely day outside...warm hugs and I hope you are feeling better..Michelle

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  35. What a gorgeous collection! Such dramatic changes in such short time.
    I love the one with the golden light, really explains the name 'golden hour' :)

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