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"You hear it before you see it. You feel it before you hear it, through the soles of your feet, in the chambers of your soul—a low rumble, the very ground thrumming beneath you. Step to the edge. A gust of wet wind and the earth falls away in this great leap into the abyss." -Jeff Rennicke from National GeographicRunoff from the heaviest rains in 25 years funnel over the cliffs of Iguazu Falls, one of the greatest natural wonders on the planet. This is the first image of a new series from South America. I spent the last 2 months traversing the wilderness continent, from the windswept of dunes of northern Brazil to the crystalline icebergs of Argentine Patagonia. I came face to face with a puma in the middle of the night below Fitzroy, trekked 50 miles barefoot across a spectacular wilderness of sand dunes, and was lucky enough to get on the first train back to Machu Picchu after the disastrous floods of the past winter. I've got lots of stories and images and share, and I hope you enjoy the ride.
Thanks in advance for any commentary.
-Mike
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Comments: 98
shadowelven [2010-06-06 01:39:17 +0000 UTC]
Amazing shot, amazing atmosphere. Wish I could see a place like this before I die.
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MsDulcet [2010-06-05 22:25:05 +0000 UTC]
This is honestly one of the most incredible pictures I have ever laid eyes on. Wow.
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cairo485 [2010-06-05 17:26:44 +0000 UTC]
WOW! I had 22 new deviations to look at on my watch list and this is the only one i had to click on. This is masterful photography, the difference in your photos and a lot of everybody elses is the feeling that they create. Your stories and background are fantastic aswell, during reading your story I had a strong urge to grab my camera and hit the road... that was until I read you came face to face with a puma! lol that's mental. I don't think I would've survived that encounter, the puma would've smelt the fear from me and licked its lips.... or else smelt the fear and said "there's no way I'm eating some guy who just shat himself!"
Anyway, back to the photograph, EXTREMELY IMPRESSIVE!!
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michaelanderson In reply to cairo485 [2010-06-05 20:17:05 +0000 UTC]
Now THAT is hilarious! I need you to write the stories for the images! Either that or we need to travel together! Thanks for the comment!
-Mike
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powerferret [2010-06-05 16:31:35 +0000 UTC]
That sounds like an awesome adventure you had! Something I'd very much like to do someday Amazing photo!
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NicolasAlexanderOtto [2010-06-05 14:31:06 +0000 UTC]
Great opener for your coming series. Already keen to see more.
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Dreampixphotography [2010-06-05 13:08:55 +0000 UTC]
Awesome cant wait for the stories and image. Super work well done
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sassaputzin [2010-06-05 09:04:28 +0000 UTC]
its a wonderful shot although slightly spoiled for me by the over exposure on the falls....cant wait to see what else you have to offer...
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PeterJCoskun [2010-06-05 08:01:44 +0000 UTC]
I am never disappointed with your work, and this is no exception. Wonderful textures and colors, looking forward to more images from this series
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lunchbox-freak [2010-06-05 07:25:42 +0000 UTC]
You are so lucky to have had those amazing experiences, and such amazing photographs!
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taylorem In reply to ??? [2010-06-05 06:59:30 +0000 UTC]
Wow, that's amazing. Incredible shot!!
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BogdanEpure [2010-06-05 06:50:42 +0000 UTC]
Argh! Iguazu is the place I want to visit the most!
Envy is the key word here
Excellent photo mate. But let me tell you, I'm extremely eager to hear all the stories about your last continental trip. Don't blame me for this but your comment is a hell of a teaser!
I haven't said anything about the photos. But I hope you know I expect them the most!
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HajnEE93 In reply to BogdanEpure [2010-06-05 09:20:44 +0000 UTC]
I absolutely agree with you
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robertvine [2010-06-05 05:07:39 +0000 UTC]
Just stunning, great mood from the darkness and nice soft patterns in the water contrast the harsh rocks. Well done!
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DrewHopper In reply to ??? [2010-06-05 05:03:10 +0000 UTC]
Now this is a waterfall. Superb capture Michael, well done mate!
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jayshree In reply to ??? [2010-06-05 04:56:03 +0000 UTC]
Please be sure to get specific in all your descriptions. What you described was awesome and I can't wait to hear about each and every detail. This is beautiful BTW.
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opticverve [2010-06-05 03:26:21 +0000 UTC]
You are a lucky man, and we are a lucky group who get to enjoy your vision. Thank you for sharing! The words of Jeff Rennicke took me to the moment you recorded.
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JamesHackland [2010-06-05 02:48:14 +0000 UTC]
Great start. I am really looking forward to seeing the rest of the images.
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Sisck79 [2010-06-05 01:49:01 +0000 UTC]
The exposure levels and shutter speeds always capitvate me when seeing picutres of running water. They always look astounding and seems to be a painting with very smooth brush strokes. This is fantasical!
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germaNNoob [2010-06-05 01:38:29 +0000 UTC]
You live a life some might dream of. You see places most of us will never see with their own eyes and yet you are able to share a small part of your life and your impressions with everyone through these pictures. Simply amazing. Thanks!
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Tim-Wilko [2010-06-05 01:28:11 +0000 UTC]
Great job as usual. Love the cool colours and effect from the long exposure. Can't wait to see the rest!
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jpnunezdesigns In reply to ??? [2010-06-05 00:45:17 +0000 UTC]
That is just so amazing. Wish I could be there. Thanks for sharing!
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too-much4you In reply to ??? [2010-06-05 00:34:21 +0000 UTC]
So wonderful, nice mood here, very calm tones like a painting. Congrats
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tuftedpuffin [2010-06-04 23:55:36 +0000 UTC]
Breathtaking photo. it looks like something out of a dream...
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BohemianButterflies [2010-06-04 23:49:32 +0000 UTC]
wow. it's like a dream sequence. amazing job capturing such a fantastical beauty.
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