Letting Go
Uploaded: April 12, 2008
f/3.5, 1/50, 18-55mm@18mm, DSC_2135, 7:03PM, ISO800, SP Mode
I have been holding back this photograph (part of an earlier series in my gallery) but like all things, it's time has come. One of my life-long friends' sister was killed in a car crash in California and a friend of mine here lost her pet.
Exif: F Number: 3.5, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/50 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 800, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 18.00 mm, Model: NIKON D40
Shelly A. Van Camp April 12, 2008
Michael, I am so sorry for the loss. This is such a beautiful image..love the colors. Well done and my best to you and your family. #899257Melissa G. Meiselman April 12, 2008
I, too am so very sorry for your losses and this "Letting Go" image is a perfect choice for this memorial, Michael!! Beautiful colors and great silhouette, here!! #5779030M.Christine Duncan April 12, 2008
Truly a beautiful way of expressing your grief and honoring these friends during a difficult time. Amazing job. #5779199Eivor Kuchta April 12, 2008
A wonderful choice of title, Michael! I liked the other two in the series a lot, too. A great way to express the sad feelings of the losses. Sorry to hear about them. #5779896Candice L. Carter April 13, 2008
Stunning colors with a perfect image! Breathtaking capture Michael! #5783625Michael S. Lazarus April 14, 2008
Thank you Shelly, Melissa, Christine, Eivor, and Candice for your comments on this image. I know my friend's will be O.K. and the memories of those they loved will "color" the darkness that such losses bring. #5785358Gail R. Schuett April 14, 2008
Out of the darkness will come some light.Kelley J. Heffelfinger April 14, 2008
Great shot Michael. Beautiful colors and very clear shot. Thanks for sharing back story (sometimes more important). #5788829Michael S. Lazarus April 17, 2008
Thank you Gail and Kelley for your comments. #5801505Molly E. Baldwin June 19, 2008
Gorgeous sky color Michael! Beautiful capture. #6082383Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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