Comment from DavidP
A very interesting place that is a good reminder of where our colors for paints used to come from. The red and white are a stark contrast to each other and the area kind of reminds me of the Southwestern US. Nice photo of this place and its interesting history.

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2014

many thanks David

Comment from OLIVER23
What is so very good about this shot are the stark contrasts between light and shadow and the jewel-like quality of the ochre quarry... still beautiful color! The artist notes bright the picture to life and are give an excellent context for appreciating the image. It doesn make you think about artists and paints, a fascinating subject! Lovely work!

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 Comment Written 13-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2014

thanks a lot Oliver for your lovely comments and high rating

Comment from Capture This
I like the angles and depth of field here!! Nice perspective view and colors. The rock ledges look great and that deep looking shadow. Great job!!

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2014

thanks a lot

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Fred,
A wonderful picture of this unique site showing some of the wonderful shades of Ochre found in that quarry. The green of the trees & the lapis lazuli blue of the sky making most beautiful contrasts of colour. Beautiful composition, framing & lighting with superb camera techniques with sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2014

merci beaucoup

Comment from martin smith images
Just love this shot. You have used the right time of day to use the shadows to best effect and really highlight all the colours in contrast with the lovely blue sky. really nice, well done

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2014

thanks a lot

Comment from jrconrad
Very interesting subject well captured. The dramatic contrast of the ochre with the blue sky is striking. I hope you took some closer pictures as it looks like there might yet be some more likable shots here.

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2014

I have a lot;
many thanks again

reply by jrconrad on 13-Jul-2014

Reading over my comment I realize I may have put something poorly. I meant, more shot that are equally likable. Cheers. JR

Comment from suffolkbrian
Nice strong colours in this one,and the blend of the different colours combined with the different shapes of the landscape make for a pleasing photo...brian

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2014

many thanks Brian

reply by suffolkbrian on 13-Jul-2014

your welcome

Comment from Zilyram
Wonderful colour here and I agree the ochre against the chalk is quite amazing - then you bring in the blue of the sky and green and you have such a wonderful array. When we were touring England and there were so many greens the thing I missed the most was the colour of red ochre which is so prominent in Australian landscape. :) Mary

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2014

thanks a lot Mary

Comment from tdragonfly
It never ceases to amaze me at the natural beauty that surrounds us. Nice highlight of the orange and the white, against the green and blue. Light is good even with the shadows. DOF very good. Framed well.

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2014

thanks a lot Deborah

Comment from dreamndee
Very lovely. I love the bright blue sky and the gorgeous color of the natural terrain. Looks very much like the American Southwest! Very tantalizing piece!

 Comment Written 13-Jul-2014

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reply by the author on 13-Jul-2014

thanks a lot