Sunset over the Birubi Beach Sand Dunes

iceman (Mike) · #1 29-04-2009, 05:36 AM

The sand dunes at Birubi Beach are just stunning. With the right light it’s almost impossible to take a bad photo of these wonderful objects of nature. And so it was in December 2008 when the sunset painted just the right light on the wind-swept ripples in the sand, creating a wonderful scene to capture.

These photos were taken during my family’s christmas holidays at the end of 2008. I’m glad I finally found the time to finish processing these - it reminded me of what a beautiful location it was.

Please click the link to see the rest of the photos from the impromptu sunset shoot.

Sunset over the Birubi Beach Sand Dunes

Thanks for looking.

Phil · #2 29-04-2009, 06:57 AM

Stunning shot Mike what lens are you using.
Phil

iceman (Mike) · #3 29-04-2009, 07:03 AM

Thanks Phil.
They were all taken with the Canon 350D and Sigma 17-70mm lens.

h0ughy (David) · #4 29-04-2009, 07:54 AM

nice work Mike i like the last image

Quark (Trevor) · #5 29-04-2009, 05:01 PM

Hi Mike,

Stunning images indeed.
Love the colours of the sunset on the clouds and how it highlights the patterns and texture of the sand. really does look to be an idyllic location. Must have been a top spot for a relaxing getaway.

Regards
Trevor

JD2439975 (Justin) · #6 30-04-2009, 01:08 AM

You've really got a way with sunsets Mike.

Love the sand patterns around the driftwood.
But the first one is my favourite, the contrast of colours is superb.

JD

iceman (Mike) · #7 30-04-2009, 07:06 AM

Thanks guys, appreciate your comments.

I look forward to going back there again this xmas.

h0ughy (David) · #8 30-04-2009, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iceman

Thanks guys, appreciate your comments.

I look forward to going back there again this xmas.

yes Mike the Mozzies are waiting for you to come back

lacad01 (Adam) · #9 30-04-2009, 09:35 AM

Excellent shots, very beautiful place by the looks of things.

spacezebra (Petra) · #10 30-04-2009, 10:46 PM

I like number 3, great shots Mike.

Cheers Petra d.

h0ughy (David) · #11 30-04-2009, 10:48 PM

well done mike - got the sunset photo (1) on NBN television tonight

RB (Andrew) · #12 05-05-2009, 09:24 AM

hmmm, must have missed this thread.

Lovely shots Mike, I really like the saturated colours and patterns.

iceman (Mike) · #13 05-05-2009, 09:30 AM

Thanks guys, it's currently my desktop background (#1) for now.

My aunty noticed the shot on the NBN Weather shots too!

astro_south (Andrew) · #14 05-05-2009, 11:09 AM

Great work Mike. #1 is especially great.

Any of these would qualify for this month's photo challenge too

Octane (Humayun) · #15 15-05-2009, 11:49 PM

Mike,

What a great set of shots!

Is that first one an HDR composition? I also had a look at the rest of the images on your blog. The one of your family jumping in the sand a la a Toyota commercial is wonderful.

My pick, however, is shot number three, that you've presented here. Just about perfect.

Regards,
Humayun

iceman (Mike) · #16 16-05-2009, 07:31 AM

Thanks Andrew and H!
Appreciate the feedback.

And yes H, the first one is a HDR composite.