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Painting of The Master

Sunset Wave

36 total reviews 
Comment from Donna Ruiz


Really like the painting look you achieved with your filters. The colors are incredible. The stop action of the breaking wave is so nice. As is usual for you, your eye has captured the composition so beautifully. Perfect placement of the horizon, just enough of the shoreline, all around...a very lovely scene. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
    Thank you so much Donna. I truly appreciate you encouraging and artistic review and comments. Thank you again Donna ~ Steve
Comment from suffolkbrian


Well taken Steve and does look like a painting,have seen similar or at least from the same place,but tat aside think it works well given this treatment...Brian

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
    Thanks Brian. Yes this is one of my favorite places in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for getting sunset shots with the crashing waves ~ Steve
reply by suffolkbrian on 08-Nov-2018
    your welcome
Comment from Barbara L.


This is a beautiful photo and your post processing has created the look of a lovely painting! The colors in the cloudy sky and reflecting on the water are beautiful. I love the way the light catches the tips of the waves in the lower part of the photo.

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
    Thank you so much Barbara for your wonderful review. I appreciate your artistic comments about this scene Barbara ~ Steve
Comment from dalebraatz


A cyber 6, this is out stand, the colors and details , the action in the waves and the light shining of the water, then the colors in the clouds are fantastic,
A pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, dale

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018

    Thanks so much dale. I always appreciate your reviews and comments ~ Steve
reply by dalebraatz on 07-Nov-2018
    Your very welcome steve , this was a great image to review,
Comment from GaliaG


yes, the Master is Mother Nature, this is the only sure thing

amazing capture of the colors on the sky and the light on the water

excellent angle of shot and depth of field

thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
    Thank you so much Galia ~ Steve
Comment from Dick Lee Shia


Visually appealing seascape in warm overtone.
An artistic rendition. Monochromatic colors. Excellent details & features. Impressive setting & textures.
Subtle illumination.
Sharply focused.
Glorious glow.

Good perspective & long depth of field...
Thanks for sharing...

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
    Thank you very much Dick for your review and continued support ~ Steve
Comment from Susan F. M. T.


Steve,
A very beautiful God given Sunset painting the sky in shades of gold, orange & red that are then reflected on the crests of the waves in the sea as the incoming tide crashes onto the beach in the foreground your fast exposure freezing the spray the sea throws up. Beautiful composition framing and lighting taken with superb camera techniques and sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
    Thank you so much Susan. I really appreciate your thoughts and artistic comments ~ Steve
Comment from Malmax


Oooh La La! I'm on the edge of a VO! Yes you are the master.! LOL. This sunset is so dramatic and oozes of warmth and wet sand beaches. The rich and vibrant colors are spectacular in this one. The movement of the water is
beautiful. Perspective is key!
Really an eye catching, and
sense igniting image.
Love it!
VO

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
    Wow! Thank you VO. I am so glad you like it. Thank you especially for your extra sparkle. Your artistic reviews are always very much appreciated ~ FS
reply by Malmax on 07-Nov-2018
    My pleasure
Comment from nikman


Your nice image certainly does have the look of a painting about it. Wonder where in the world you came upon this beautiful location? Exposure and sharpness are fine. Well done!

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
    Thank you Nike. This scene was taken in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
reply by nikman on 07-Nov-2018
    Many thanks
Comment from Melyuki


Hi Steve thanks my friend for this magnificent presentation ... another of nature's unique ,spelling binding displays so masterfully captured by your keen eye and handy iPhone camera. The brilliant orange red colour tones just penetrate right into the depths of the soul igniting all the senses , so the journey within dances with joy. I love the deep earthy hue of the rock ledge nicely anchoring the scene on the left.. Its solidarity provides a feeling of sturdiness and strength . a bold contrasting value against the rolling seas that brush against its edges. Your choice of angles has played a wonderful part in producing this masterpiece.. the protruding rock ledge that juts out into the ocean has its very own place in the scene. Brings about a feeling of balance between ocean and sky and helps accentuate that deeper hue which spreads across the distant horizon.. The Master indeed has sculptured a magnificent array of lighting effects in the evening sunset .. The golden yellow splash of delight draws my eye right into the midst of the display.. as it slowly spreads itself throughout the intense reddish tones of pure magic.. A real feast for the eyes.. Loving the darker strains of colour to compliment the glorious patterns painted into the night's sky. The rich reflection on the blanket of sea below has its own personal value.. bringing movement into the rippling seas as they roll with the tide. The interesting little swell of water in the foreground is a lovely inclusion.. with the foamy coils of whitewash forming on the surface as the water tumbles in against the rocks. There exists a lovely feeling of balance and harmony throughout the picture. The strength in the horizontal array of colour in the sky, is contrasting superbly against the same horizontal flow of the water, which has a softer, less subtle overtone to its presentation.. and finally the boldness of the rock wall against the more lacy effect of the whitewash,, completes the balance with perfection.
Fabulous lighting with excellent focus allows the mind's eye to really receive such clarity as I gaze into your scene. I believe you and the Master work together Steve.. He may lay the presentation in front of you, but trusts in your judgement to place yourself in the necessary position for His beauty to be displayed in order for you to share it with others.. Well once again, I've managed to conjure up a small book for you to plough through .. How can I not.. when you allow my eyes to soak up such pleasurable delights... Nature .. in all its glory.
a scene to enrich the soul, soothe the mind and bring joy to the heart.. thanks for sharing my friend. as always, a treat and a pleasure to review .. cheers mel

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2018


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2018
    Once again Mel your review is much better than the photo itself. I just love your reviews and it is like setteling down into a wonderful story that you paint with words. I am just delighted every time I hear from you. Thank you again so very much Mel for your Grand rating. Have a wonderful evening and rest of the week ~ Steve