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Published: 2010-06-25 10:29:19 +0000 UTC; Views: 5776; Favourites: 325; Downloads: 0
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Description Lake Wanaka and its environs are like something out of a fantasy dreamscape.

I was on my way back from a tiring trek through Rob Roy Glacier, which was somewhat of a disappointment as there were very little photographic opportunities due to weather. When this fiery spectacle appeared before me, the disappointment of the uneventful and long day vanished in an instant.

An unexpected reward for a failure. Love it.

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Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
3.2s f/16.0 at 17.0mm iso400
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Comments: 75

v-ahito [2010-06-26 07:12:18 +0000 UTC]

Very beautiful scape

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octane2 In reply to v-ahito [2010-06-26 15:30:45 +0000 UTC]

v-ahito,

It certainly was -- I hope I've done it some justice in this image.

Cheers.

Regards,
H

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TobiasLaFae [2010-06-26 05:10:21 +0000 UTC]

The colouring is divine GORGEOUS

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octane2 In reply to TobiasLaFae [2010-06-26 15:30:29 +0000 UTC]

TobiasLaFae,

Thank you so much. I'm glad you like it.

Regards,
H

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Reilune In reply to ??? [2010-06-25 20:57:15 +0000 UTC]

Wow.. that's absolutely stunning.

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octane2 In reply to Reilune [2010-06-26 15:30:16 +0000 UTC]

Ziki37,

Thank you!

Regards,
H

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Reilune In reply to octane2 [2010-06-26 18:10:06 +0000 UTC]

Most welcome octane2

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dasWeisseLicht [2010-06-25 19:41:48 +0000 UTC]

I am always amazed by the sky becoming red,
this is an awesome shot

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octane2 In reply to dasWeisseLicht [2010-06-26 15:30:05 +0000 UTC]

dasWeisseLicht (TheWhiteLight?) ,

These are the types of sunsets (and sunrises) that I live for.

There's nothing more special than a spectacular morning/evening show.

Thank you.

Regards,
H

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dasWeisseLicht In reply to octane2 [2010-06-26 16:49:58 +0000 UTC]

yes, TheWhiteLight

You're welcome!
and I totally agree with you, I adore sunsets/sunrises and I can't get enough of them
So it's a pleasure for me, to look through your gallery, I love your photos

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Becky-W-Photography [2010-06-25 14:06:20 +0000 UTC]

that's really beautiful. I love the deep reds and rusty oranges in it and it looks so still!
Really beautiful work,

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octane2 In reply to Becky-W-Photography [2010-06-26 15:29:12 +0000 UTC]

Becky,

Cheers!

It certainly was a special sunset.

Thank you.

Regards,
H

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thelilaro In reply to ??? [2010-06-25 12:41:37 +0000 UTC]

*Whistles* Whadda' beauty.

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octane2 In reply to thelilaro [2010-06-26 15:28:54 +0000 UTC]

XxJasperAndAliceXx,

Thank you so much for the kind comment. Appreciate it!

Regards,
H

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troypiggo In reply to ??? [2010-06-25 11:38:57 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful, H.

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octane2 In reply to troypiggo [2010-06-25 11:39:45 +0000 UTC]

Troy,

Cheers, buddy -- glad you like it!

Regards,
H

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evhor [2010-06-25 10:35:58 +0000 UTC]

Gallifrey! This is stunning

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octane2 In reply to evhor [2010-06-25 10:37:24 +0000 UTC]

evhor,

Thank you, my friend!

Regards,
H

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evhor In reply to octane2 [2010-06-25 13:56:57 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome

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HassaNl In reply to ??? [2010-06-25 10:33:30 +0000 UTC]

nice pix ..

i want this pix .. but big size for desktop ..

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octane2 In reply to HassaNl [2010-06-25 10:37:09 +0000 UTC]

HassaNl,

Thanks for the compliment.

I sell desktop wallpapers.

If you're interested, send me a note.

Regards,
H

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rusolini [2010-06-25 10:29:52 +0000 UTC]

amazing!

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octane2 In reply to rusolini [2010-06-25 10:37:36 +0000 UTC]

rusolini,

Glad you like it. I was so happy to be able to capture this moment.

Regards,
H

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rusolini In reply to octane2 [2010-06-25 10:44:15 +0000 UTC]

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