You Light Up My Life [Contest Finalists August 2004]
Uploaded: August 31, 2004 05:23:50
On the norm I would not shoot a waterfall with a beautiful blue sky and sunshine, but after a 5 hour drive I had no choice and was pleased with the result. This was taken in Wv along Shays Run. The waterfall is called Elakala Falls#2. Shot with Velvia 50 at 40 and the settings of f/8 and 1
Marcie A. Fowler August 31, 2004
Absolutely breathtaking. I'd say your drive was worth it!! Same reaction today as when I saw this yesterday, at least I think it's the same image. I love the way the light comes down the falls with the water. I'm guessing we're going to see this one again!! At least we'd better!!! Simply magnificent. And just in case you are left wondering I really LOVE this image!! #164010Marcie A. Fowler August 31, 2004
Sorry got so carried away I forgot to say that the title is abosolutely perfect as well!! #746956
Diane Addonizio
August 31, 2004
Casey A. Hanson August 31, 2004
Another beauty Darren.Joy Brown August 31, 2004
Absolutely gorgeous, Darren! #747028Wally Orlowsky August 31, 2004
Absolutely stunning, Darren. The extra sunlight really makes the moss covered rocks pop. #747029
Deborah Lewinson
August 31, 2004
Carolyn M. Fletcher
August 31, 2004
Michael Khoury August 31, 2004
Hi Darren...I am speechless..but I will say this...if the word 'magical' can truly be defined, this image would bring me that much closer to that definition... #747072Darren K. Fisher August 31, 2004
Wow, I love the light and your composition is perfect on this one Darren. What's not to love about this image. Beautiful!!!Donna W. Neal
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Marcie A. Fowler August 31, 2004
Okay in a few short words Michael described exactly what I was trying to say about this image!! #747150Sharon Day August 31, 2004
Absolutely gorgeous!! Very pleasing to view. I love everything about this one! Beautiful colors and lighting. #747163Donna J. Taff August 31, 2004
Beautiful image, Darren!!!!!!! #747182Robin L. Wehrman August 31, 2004
WOW WOW WOW! This is magnificent, Darren! Spectacular colors, detail and lighting. Everything is perfect. This is truley Breathtaking!!!!! #747200
Bonnie C. Lackey
August 31, 2004
Murry Grigsby August 31, 2004
WOW -- dripping with color Darren! Wonderful deep woodsy feel and smooth movement!! #747245Cathy Gregor August 31, 2004
Beautiful... even though it's sunny :)Heather L. Jacks August 31, 2004
Darren, this is a stunning image. Well done. #747388Marie Fields August 31, 2004
AWESOME image, Darren!!! #747439Colette M. Metcalf August 31, 2004
WOW is right, Darren!! This is absolutely amazing!! #747578Jennifer Rennison August 31, 2004
Wow!! Wonderful colors and lighting, stunning image, Darren! #747621
Kelly Abernathy
August 31, 2004
Kathleen Clemons August 31, 2004
Wow from me too, Darren. This is gorgeous. #747791Gianna Stadelmyer August 31, 2004
Simply stunning, Darren! I need to log on to your gallery more often. This is true beauty. You mentioned a sunny blue sky....was this a well-shaded spot or did you employ a NDL or polarizer? Just trying to learn as I love attempting this kind of shot now and then and always seem to get better results with a polarizing filter:-) #747873Mary K. Robison August 31, 2004
Just when I think you can't improve on your waterfall images...down glides this mystical light alongside the water, adding a golden glow to the rocks below...Michelle R. Kovach August 31, 2004
Beautiful Image Darren!
William C. Raco
August 31, 2004
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Janet Detota August 31, 2004
I vote that you make sunshine and blue skies a regular part of your waterfall shots! The lighting on the water and moss is wonderful, but there's still just enough shadow left for drama. Beautiful colors and great comp, too! #748258Paula Showen August 31, 2004
Oh my gosh, Darren...this is just GORGEOUS! I LOVE these images of yours. They have become your signature! #748278Rita Richter September 01, 2004
It is sooo beautiful Darren! Wonderful light! #749937Ed Heaton September 01, 2004
This is another great image! To be honest I think the hint of the sun hitting the water adds to this...April Bryant September 01, 2004
Even so, this is a beautiful photo....bob cornelison September 01, 2004
Ok! I love everything about this shot Except the title...brings back old memories of my first wedding...AAAHHH! #750340Cathy Barrows September 02, 2004
Wow, Darren...another winner...you have just enough sunshine hear to give some snap to the water...it's perfect. #751042Alisha May Furbish September 13, 2004
Congrats, Darren!!!!!!!! #774206Mary K. Robison September 13, 2004
Congratulations, Darren ~ and good luck next level! #774211Mary K. Robison September 13, 2004
Congratulations, Darren ~ and good luck next level! #774214Janet Detota September 13, 2004
WooHoo, Darren!! Congratulations on this gorgeous shot and good luck next round!! #774227Ed Heaton September 13, 2004
Hey Darren,Well deserved :-) #774252
Susan T. Parady September 13, 2004
Congratulations, Darren!!! #774260
Kathleen K. Parker
September 13, 2004
Dolores Neilson September 13, 2004
Congrats on making finalist, Darren! woo hooooo! #774309Francis Cailles September 13, 2004
congratulations, Darren. This is beautiful...not surprised at all that it was selected as a finalist.Congrats again! #774315
Gail Vitikacs
September 13, 2004
Gianna Stadelmyer September 13, 2004
Hooray! So glad tos ee this one again, Darren! Congrats and good luck...though I don't think you'll need it:-) #774339
Deborah Lewinson
September 13, 2004
Sharon Day September 13, 2004
Congratulations, Darren!!!! Beautiful image :) #774353Terry R. Hatfield September 13, 2004
Congrats To You Darren An Excellent Finalist!! #774389
Claudia Kuhn
September 13, 2004
Deborah Sandidge September 13, 2004
What a treat for the eyes, congratulations Darren! #774521Donna J. Taff September 13, 2004
Congratulation's, Darren!!!! #774837
Kelly Abernathy
September 13, 2004
Jennifer Rennison September 13, 2004
Congratulations, Darren! #775004Elisabeth A. Gay September 13, 2004
Congratulations Darren, Well deserved!!Paula Showen September 13, 2004
Ahhh...your signature work! I love it! Congratulations, Darren! #775081S J September 13, 2004
Congratulations, Darren! Wonderful shot! #775115
Brenda W. LaFleur
September 13, 2004
Diane Addonizio
September 13, 2004
Dale Ann Cubbage September 13, 2004
Congrats Darren! So lovely! #775423Isabel L September 13, 2004
Lovely capture. :)Congrats. Good luck next round. #775683Joy Brown September 13, 2004
Congratulations on this and all your other winners, Darren! #776005Cathy T. Vettes September 13, 2004
Congradulations Darren !! This is gorgeous as always.. !!! Best of luck to you.. #776170Monika Sapek September 13, 2004
Beautiful capture, Darren! Many congratulations!
Carol Engstrom
September 13, 2004
Evy Johansen
September 13, 2004
Cathy Barrows September 13, 2004
Congrats!...beautiful...good luck #776515
Susan T. Evans
September 13, 2004
Stanley J. Contrades September 14, 2004
Congratulations, Darren ... this is a beaut! Best of luck in the next step!Debra Booth September 14, 2004
Congratulations on this awesome Finalist, Darren!! #776871Rob Friedman September 14, 2004
Congrats on your finalist! I love this one, good luck!! #777005Kasia Elser September 14, 2004
Congrats! Great shot! #777325Kathleen Clemons September 14, 2004
Congrats on all of your beautiful finalist images, Darren. :) #777752Karen Bacon September 14, 2004
Congratulations Darren! #777769Marcie A. Fowler September 14, 2004
Not surprised at all to see this among the finalists and I won't be surprised when it shows up among the winners. It's still my favorite and I still love it!! #777782Marie Fields September 14, 2004
Congratulations on this gorgeous finalist, Darren! #777816
Ellen Peach
September 14, 2004
Stacey A. Bates September 14, 2004
Congrats Darren very beautiful!! Best of luck in the next round!! #778120Robin L. Wehrman September 14, 2004
Congratulations to you Darren!! Best of luck in the next round!!! Robin. #778478Leanne M.E. Boyd September 14, 2004
Beautiful shot, Darren! Congrats! #778661Karen Engelbreth September 14, 2004
Congratulations Darren! #779008Patricia Marroquin September 14, 2004
So lovely. Congrats, Darren! :-) #779193Jill Battaglia September 14, 2004
Wonderful! I love the soft quality. Congrats Darren! #779387
LJ Corliss
September 14, 2004
Bonnie C. Lackey
September 14, 2004
Murry Grigsby September 14, 2004
Congrats Darren! Nice work at Photographer's Edge also!! #780852Darren K. Fisher September 14, 2004
Hey all thanks for the kind words, and all of the congrats.Bonnie I thought they would be included in freinds. Must be more specific next time...LOL... #781010
Carol Brill September 14, 2004
Stunning shot and exquisite exposure, Darren, congratulations and best of luck! #781200Susana Matos September 18, 2004
Congratulations, this is OUTSTANDING! A winner for my eyes!Colette M. Metcalf September 18, 2004
Congratulations, Darren!! #789950Laura Clay-Ballard October 18, 2005
this one, too! incredible colors. #1966267Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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