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Duke's Domain

© Marty Straub

Duke's Domain

Uploaded: December 15, 2010

Description

Arches National Park, UT
Many TV shows and Hollywood movies were made in and around Moab, Utah. This scene and many around it were in many John Wayne movies, hence the title. The early morning light was just waking up the beauty.

f/13, 1/60, 24-105mm at 50mm, ISO 100, handheld

Exif: F Number: 13, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/60 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 50.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Comments

frank w. degenhardt December 15, 2010

Its been so many years since I was though Utah and still can remember the beauty of sights like this. It is unique and one of our nations most beauiful land. It is true that in so many movies these rock formations and the color of the red are seen so often. Love the title, what a place for a western movie. Love the play of light and shadow, the beauty of the formatoins and the colors all against that gorgeous sky. A work of beauty my friend. #1335951

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe December 15, 2010

Great pov and capture Marty - What a cool place!! Jeff #9105341

Jack Ryan December 15, 2010

Outstanding image of this beautiful and iconic area...excellent composition...wonderful color...great work. (Now get those wagons in a circle, Pilgrim!) #9105478

Monnie Ryan December 15, 2010

Absolutely gorgeous, Marty! #9105518

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe December 15, 2010

Just beautiful, Marty. Great light, comp. and capture. #9105711

Ron McEwan December 15, 2010

You are right Marty, Hollywood is in California, but he state of Utah probably has as many or more movies made there. I am sure the state can take credit for the most movies made within their borders. This is a beautiful early morning image. Well done and presented. #9105788

Carol L. Fowler December 15, 2010

I remember that spot! But we were there late afternoon. The light sure changes dramatically! #9107206

Ellen Hodges December 15, 2010

Super gorgeous light and comp, Marty!!! Famous place captured to perfection! Awesome timing! #9108043

Marty Straub December 16, 2010

Thanks so much, everyone. #9108962

Val Feldman level-deluxe December 16, 2010

Yep, the Duke's domain for sure...I can just see him leading a cavalry charge thru that hugely towering, rugged landscape! A glorious capture, Marty! #9109598

Randy D. Dinkins level-classic December 17, 2010

Beautiful shot. Perfect title, for it always seems that those JW westerns have this wonderful scenery in the background. #9110570

Maria A. Gonzalez December 20, 2010

Beautiful combination of lights and shadows,Marty..The clouds stand out agains the earthy colors and the blue sky.Excellent capture and composition..
I saw The Dukes's home while driving to photographed the Bridges Of Madison County.Have a great Monday. #9115762

Donna La Mattino Pagakis December 20, 2010

What a view, nicely photographed!!! #9117000

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna December 21, 2010

GOOOOOOOOOOORGEOUS image, Marty! WOWEEE! :-) k #9118811

Christine Lobsinger level-classic January 13, 2011

Marty, it's like I'm on a holiday with you- I wish someday I can travel the US!!! What cool landscaping- love to see this in person! Thanks for showing us!
Awesome!!
Smiling again,
Chris #9161655

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