Stormy Sunrise

© Randall J. Scholten

Stormy Sunrise

Uploaded: March 03, 2011

Description

Sunbeams were sneaking through a break in the clouds off the right side of this photo, to provide some nice cloud color, while rain was falling from darker clouds out over the Pacific. And there are also the reflections of the clouds, cliffs, and beacon to complete this dramatic scene (along with some ominous looking dark gray clouds over the lighthouse). Isn’t it an interesting sunrise?
Cape Blanco, Oregon.

Nikon D700, 20 mm f/2.8D Nikkor lens. f/4.0, 1/100th second exposure. ISO 200


Exif: F Number: 4, ExposureTime: 100/10000 seconds, ISO: 200, FocalLength: 20.00 mm, Model: NIKON D700

Comments

Michelle Alton March 04, 2011

One of the most interesting I've seen. Certainly unique and uncommonly gorgeous! #1357948

Rolando Rosito March 04, 2011

Wonderful image Randall #9273866

Michelle Alton April 16, 2011

Congratlations Randall on this amazing image having been selected as POTD! Onward. #9353368

Chris Budny level-deluxe April 16, 2011

Terrific all around---beach capture, sky capture, reflection capture... love that band of orange/yellow cloud! Congratulations! #9353370

Avril Young April 16, 2011

outstanding photo...and so beautiful..congrats on your POTD, #9353379

Michael McCook April 16, 2011

Congrats on your POTD!! Beautiful image. I bet you were glad you got out of bed for this:D #9353395

Nikki McDonald level-classic April 16, 2011

Beautiful sunrise, Randall. Congratulations on the POTD. #9353430

Carol Flisak level-classic April 16, 2011

Beautiful sunrise, Randy... wonderfully contemplative! I always look forward to your daily images. Congrats on your POTD! #9353468

Deborah C. Lewinson level-addict April 16, 2011

Congratulations on your stunning POTD! #9353475

Joy Rector April 16, 2011

congrats on the POTD #9353489

Linda D. Lester level-classic April 16, 2011

Beautiful....Congratulations on your POTD! #9353530

Bunny Snow April 16, 2011

It is interesting, but so much more. Everything about the sky has excellent composition from the diagonal clouds above, which are reflected in the water on the beach, to the beautiful orange and gold of the sunrise. This is so well seen, captured, and is beautifully processed making for a magnificent sunrise. Congratulations on your well earned and stunning POTD, Randall. #9353537

Susan D. Royce level-classic April 16, 2011

Beautiful light and reflections. Congrats on your POTD! #9353543

Bill Houghton April 16, 2011

Randall, this is a beautiful, beautiful shot. Congratulations. Have a great weekend, Bill #9353594

Melissa Olsen April 16, 2011

So very beautiful! #9353598

Siete Meeter April 16, 2011

Wonderful image Randall,Congrats on your POTD!

#9353599

JO ANN CLEVELAND April 16, 2011

Awesome! Congrats on your POTD Randall!

jo ann c. #9353600

Patti Coblentz April 16, 2011

Nice to see your gorgeous image on this page, Randy...congratulations on your POTD! They are all POTD's in my opinion :)) #9353659

Bill Treadway April 16, 2011

Awesome capture. Well done in every way. Im confused being from the East coast. How do you get a sunrise like this in Oregon? #9353672

Cathy Barrows April 16, 2011

congrats on your beautiful POTD #9353709

Jeffrey R. Bange April 16, 2011

Congratulations Randall on a well deserved POTD. #9353721

Julianne Bradford April 16, 2011

Exceptionally beautiful capture Randall! Congratulations on this marvelous POTD! #9353735

Leslie Carson Wolfe April 16, 2011

Incredible sky Randall, and your photos at thedailysunset.com are breathtaking! Congratulations! The farthest north I've been on the West Coast is Trinidad Beach. Living in the Midwest, I don't get out there often, but I have a sister in Humboldt County. You've definitely re-inspired me to see the Pacific Northwest! Thank you!

~ Leslie
http://www.chezleslie.net #9353790

Michael Kelly level-classic April 16, 2011

Simply a great Capture. Wonderful color and drama. Congratulations on a well deserved POTD. #9353898

Victor DeCicco April 16, 2011

Fantastical and surreal and powerful...Absolutely love it! Planned shot or right place at right time? #9353919

Linda A. Braddock April 16, 2011

Randall, Gorgeous Capture! Congratulations on a well deserved POTD! #9354025

Steve M. Harrington April 16, 2011

Good on you, Randy! A most worthy POTD!
Steve #9354047

Phyllis A. Houghton April 16, 2011

Congratulations on your POTD. Your sunrises and sunsets are so inspiring.
#9354059

Eli Boschetto April 16, 2011

beautiful image. well deserved potd. congrats! #9354127

Lisa B. North April 16, 2011

A visual feast for the eyes! Just breathtaking! #9354156

Evy Johansen level-classic April 16, 2011

Stunning image, Randall!! Congratulations on your POTD! #9354553

Debra R. Harder April 16, 2011

Hi Randall...Huge congratulations on your OUTSTANDING POTD!! Your seascapes are breathtaking!!! Deb #9354592

Paul D. April 17, 2011

Randall, beautifully captured, you controlled the light really well. That must have been something to see in person! Congrats on the POTD, this shot should do very well in the contest. #9354724

Richard D. Love April 17, 2011

Congratulations, Randall. Just a beautiful, dramatic sunrise.

Rick #9354956

Randall J. Scholten April 17, 2011

Sincere thanks to everyone who commented on this photo, and also to the BetterPhoto.com staff for selecting it as a POTD. I am overwhelmed with all the kind words and generous compliments! They sure helped make this a very special experience! Thanks again!!! ~Randy #9355710

Karen Celella April 26, 2011

I've been away and am just catching up. Huge congratulations on your amazing POTD, Randy! You know I'm a big fan and expect to see many more awards coming your way! #9370351

Teresa Moore June 19, 2011

Stunning image! Congratulations. #9468389

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