This lighning storm came right after sunset and as soon as I saw it I ran as fast as I could to "my" golf course with an umbrella. It became dark really fast so I set the shutter speed to 30 seconds and ISO to 100 to prevent a lot of noise. I clicked the shutter and ran in front with my umbrella and tried to stand still (strong winds), took a few shots and returned home to hoping I got something. I was extrememly surprised to see this beautiful yellow light (im guessing from the sunset) and the over all outcome.
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It seems many thought i processed this image too much but in reality I did not, a little brightness contrast some noise reduction and thats about it ;). I was hoping for a bit higher score, but thanks everyone for a top 20 finish! ;).
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I already have this as one of my favs but while I was looking for some inspiration for the yellow challenge, I was struck again by the beauty of this photo. Most excellent
I thought this would have done better also. An awesome shot but after reading how you did it, it made it even better. Congrats on a nice finish anyway.
This is pretty spectacular. I am curious about how much editting took place. Lovely image, not sure if I'd be standing there with an umbrella if lightning was in the air!
From experience, I would think you will get a lot of admirers and a few detractors for the "painterly" style of this image. The technique certainly divides voters.
I love it, the variety&gradation of colours in the sky is quite breathtaking.
Pretty awesome on color contrast! Would make a great wall poster as it's better viewed from a certain distance than up close. Can't help bumping it up. Each time it draws me to have a second look.
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