Just as we were about to head back to the truck after spending a nice 2 hours under the stars at the Bungle Bungles, I took one last photo looking back up the dry Piccanniny Creek bed towards the south, with the beautiful Southern Cross setting in the south west.
The bright Moon high in the West lit up the scene. I can’t imagine the water rushing through here in the wet season.
The photo is a 20 second exposure @ ISO2000, f/2.8 with the Canon 5D Mk 2 and Samyang 14mm lens.
Every time I look at these photos from the Bungle Bungles, it makes me want to go back. It’s been over a month now since I was there – I’m so fortunate to have these pictures to keep the memory strong.
You can view all of my Kimberley shots with the Kimberley tag.
I've been holding off for so long, but, having looked at this a few times, you've convinced me to purchase a 14mm lens.
I'll be placing an order for a Canon 14mm f/2.8L II USM lens in the next week.
Again, this is your best image from the trip thus far, as it is visually enticing; the lines draw the eye in and around the image and make you stop at each juncture to take it all in.
Lovely shot, you were indeed lucky to have been given this opportunity, and it seems you used your time well, plenty of wonderful memories of this wonderful land.
Thats what I said ......or it might have been on space book.......gettin the two cofusseded......heehheheheh
I agree..........
Frakkin Cracker!!!!!
ooops
Cheers
Bartman
This is a very unique image. The composition is striking and the foreground isn't merely coincidental to the sky (as is often the case). The whole ensemble of shapes and colours gives this a very alien and captivating look. Hat off to your skill and dedication in chasing these images.
those poor photon receivers on your camera Mike - you must have been giving them a hiding - very nice result
heh I didn't do much of any timelapse so my camera was thanking me for that Thanks Dave.
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Originally Posted by gregbradley
Great shot Mike. A nice use of perspective there. It focuses your attention onto the Milky Way.
Greg.
Thanks Greg, appreciate your comments.
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Originally Posted by gary
Magnificent shot Mike!
Where did you end up sleeping that night? Did you go onto the Gorge
or did you doubleback to the car park?
Thanks Gary! We ended up heading back to the carpark and drove back to camp. We had 8 of us out at the bungle bungles that night so we couldn't stay.
Cheryl, our guide, slept in the truck waiting for us to return
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Wow, another stunner!
Thanks Dave!
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Originally Posted by obsidianphotos
Another great one Mike
Thanks Greg! Many of your shots were inspiration for me.
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Originally Posted by Octane
I've been holding off for so long, but, having looked at this a few times, you've convinced me to purchase a 14mm lens.
I'll be placing an order for a Canon 14mm f/2.8L II USM lens in the next week.
Again, this is your best image from the trip thus far, as it is visually enticing; the lines draw the eye in and around the image and make you stop at each juncture to take it all in.
This is what good landscape photography is about!
H
Thanks H, appreciate your comments. The moon phase gave great illumination to the surroundings.
I haven't compared the Canon 14mm vs the Samyang - what do the reviews say? You'll love it I'm sure - it's not perfect for every location and every shot, but an UWA can really open up a new perspective on vast landscapes.
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Nice one Mike !
Thanks Dave!
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Originally Posted by leon
Lovely shot, you were indeed lucky to have been given this opportunity, and it seems you used your time well, plenty of wonderful memories of this wonderful land.
Leon
Thanks Leon - I sure hope I made the most of it. I think I did. I won't be able to back for many years if ever.
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Originally Posted by Deeno
An image that speaks volumes.....
Thanks Deeno!
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Yep, totally agree with H.
Thanks Baz!
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Very nice use UWA perspective! I've rarely seen it done so well.
Thanks for the view.
Alex
Wow, thanks Alex. Appreciate you taking the time to come on and comment, we don't see you around here much
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Originally Posted by bartman
Thats what I said ......or it might have been on space book.......gettin the two cofusseded......heehheheheh
I agree..........
Frakkin Cracker!!!!!
ooops
Cheers
Bartman
Thanks Bart
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Originally Posted by Steffen
This is a very unique image. The composition is striking and the foreground isn't merely coincidental to the sky (as is often the case). The whole ensemble of shapes and colours gives this a very alien and captivating look. Hat off to your skill and dedication in chasing these images.
Cheers
Steffen.
Many thank Steffen - some of the landscape out there really is like a lunar or martian landscape. So beautiful.
I'm fortunate to have been able to capture it in a unique way.
I'm not sure what the differences are between Samyang and the Canon (I haven't looked it up, and, I'm sure there's many reviews and comparisons). But, having the DLO module in DPP will take care of any weaknesses in the corners as well as chromatic aberration and any pincushion/barrell distortion that may be present. I don't mind spending the money, even if the differences are minor. I prefer sticking with vendor lenses.
