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TREKDESERT
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Copyright: Andreas LEO Urban (leo61) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3762 W: 372 N: 7846] (34342)
Genre: Lieux
Média: Couleur
Date de prise de vue: 2000-09
Catégories: Nature
Appareil photographique: Minolta 7000AF, Sigma 24mm f2.8, Soligor Circular Polarizer
Versions: version originale
Date de soumission: 2007-07-10 9:21
Vue: 1418
Favoris: 1 [voir]
Points: 138
[Ligne directrice - Note] Note du photographe
No exif datas,it`s a scanned image.
This are the sand dunes of Merzouga,some of them are more than 100 meters high.
Merzouga is about 40km away from Rissani and in 2000 there was no puplic transport.
I`ve heard that there is a paved road to the dunes now.
In the Merzouga oasis are living about 1200 people and close to the dunes there are many hotels,guesthouses and caffes.Many of the hotels were built like kashbas,the traditional architecture.
I did sleep on the roof of one of them for very little money.After sunset it was getting very cold and I needed 3 woolen blankets,but the reward was a wonderful verry clear night-sky with millions of stars.It was getting even better after 10 pm because then there was no more disturbing electric light.
( Electricity is done by generators in Merzouga).
Such a perfect sky I`ve only seen in the Chilean andes again.

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Leo,
Very nice photo! Your composition is great showing the hiker and the dunes with deep shadows. The deep shadows create great contrast in this shot. The lighting and colors are great with nice sharpness and DOF.
The blue sky looks wonderful against the red sands.
TFS,
Asa

Hello Leo,
What a view ! Very pleasant.
I like the courves and the shadows.
Good sharpness. Excellent light.
Best regards,
Fabrice

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  • Paolo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4664 W: 146 N: 9145] (40235)
  • [2007-07-10 9:36]

Hi Leo, great one, scanne dbut perfect for colours, light and quality.
excellent ocmposition.
thanks, ciao

Hallo Andreas. Für ein gescanntes Bild eine tolle Qualität. Aber auch als Motiv sehr sehenswert. Die Kontraste und Farben machen hier wesentlich den Reiz der Aufnahme aus. Für mich ist aber entscheidend, dass sich auch noch ein leibhaftiger Mensch in dieser Wüste befindet. Ein beeindruckendes Bild. Viele Grüße, Wolfgang.

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  • belido Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3334 W: 110 N: 2891] (10279)
  • [2007-07-10 9:43]

Hi Leo,

here you are with the scanned ones. I like that! Beautiful scenary. Nice highlights and shadows and the inclusion of the trekker on the very right side is a good reference for the dimension of the place. Technically as usual: sharpness, DOF, colors, etc, all great. Good job!
Regards,
Carlos

Beautiful picture!

Love the color and shadow! I didn't even notice the hiker in the small thumbnail, but it's a nice surprise! :) Sort of finishes off the picture. Good work!

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  • gibbsy Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 66 W: 0 N: 191] (1390)
  • [2007-07-10 10:49]

There is always something magical in desert shots, even though the light there can be terribly harsh. This image is no exception, lovely curves and shapes in the dunes. The foreground figure only adds to the depth. Excellent.

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  • carper Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 9654 W: 445 N: 15924] (56322)
  • [2007-07-10 10:52]

a fine one Leo,
the pov is nice and the quality is a good one, light and shadow are good and contrast is great, good photojob,
gr. jaap

Hello Andreas,
These landscapes of ochre color are really very impressive. To cross such spaces gives us feelings curious about size and humility. Splendid shot.
Have a good evening
Jean-Louis

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  • jhm Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 12776 W: 271 N: 17380] (69967)
  • [2007-07-10 11:10]

Hello Leo,

You play very lovely with the light and shadows, the black shadow in foreground gives wonderful depth and perspective, the desert with the different movings care for a nice composition, very nice picture. TFS.

Best regards,
John.

Hallo Leo,
What scanner you use? You obtain a great quality of image. I like how the light creates these beautiful shades in the relief of dunes, in a great graphical effect and with a good resistance with the blue sky.
The human presence gives a good reference us of the dimensions of the place.
Nice work, my friend.
Best regards,
Josep

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  • Jeppo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 875 W: 5 N: 901] (6631)
  • [2007-07-10 11:58]

Hi Leo,

I have been too in Merzouga. that place is magic! I have also suffered from cold in the desert night (I slept in a tent) but the reward was excellent. I love the sense of infinity you can prove in the desert.
Just check my "desert tones" if you like..

tfs
Silvio

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  • delic Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1367 W: 64 N: 1843] (6570)
  • [2007-07-10 12:00]

Hallo Leo,
Love the light, shadows and the patterns of the dunes. Exceptional composition, esp/ inclusion of the person in fine pose. I enjoyed the note, too. Great one, Leo. Regards,
Hakan

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  • Cormac Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3281 W: 56 N: 6076] (25512)
  • [2007-07-10 12:08]

Wow! This is a real stunner! The light on the dunes really shows the fantastic shapes and curves very well, and the dunes seem to be matched by the swirling clouds in the sky - a perfect marriage! The person on the right side adds a lot to the scene as it enables us to imagine that we are there, while it also adds a focal point. Superb work!

Very nice photo. The colors and the sharpness are excellent. Your POV is very good too.
Congratulations!!!

salut léo
immensité désertique, des jeux d'ombre et de lumiére sur les dunes splendide, des couleurs géniales qui me rappelle la libye
amitiés
gilbert

Hi Andreas,
Another high quality scan from your "oldies" (what model scanner do you have?). The desert looks like an orange coloured ocean with these huge waves rising up towards the sky. The presence of a hiker on the right gives the scale, but it's a pity that the area near the that person's head is just a bit too dark.
Have a nice evening.
Brigitte

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  • dolin Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2627 W: 447 N: 1494] (15647)
  • [2007-07-10 13:31]

Hi Andreas.
Quel paysage !!!
Magnifique cette profondeur de dunes qui semble ne plus s'arrêter.
Les ombres, le contraste de couleurs ciel-sable, la présence de la personne qui montre l'ampleur du décor....joli
fred

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  • mpdre Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 278 W: 1 N: 237] (1485)
  • [2007-07-10 13:41]

Hi Andreas! Very interesting landscape. I like the strong contrast created by the shadows on the sand. The colors are beautiful. The personnage on the picture gives a sense of the scale and also adds some poetry to the composition. Very well done!!!
Andre

Wunderschön! Ich war noch nie in der Wüste. Das muss ein einzigartiges Erlebnis und Gefühl sein. Toll, wie du Licht und Schatten eingefangen hast.
Nino

Hi Andreas
It is hard to believe that on dunes can be so cold :). Lovely landscape. Great silhouettes of dunes in beautiful light. Nice sky too.
Regards

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  • tabora Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1200 W: 297 N: 1582] (12743)
  • [2007-07-10 13:55]

hello Léo,
Tout simplement superbe,les couleurs sont au top.
A+
Joseph

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  • Fis2 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2585 W: 144 N: 1715] (35014)
  • [2007-07-10 13:55]

Witaj Andreas!
Wonderful landscape! Beautiful place. I like the frame and super colors. Person make impression.
Regards
Krzysztof

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  • dip Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1561 W: 0 N: 937] (9158)
  • [2007-07-10 13:57]
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Oh!!! mein lieber Andreas,
was hast Du da wieder gezaubert!
Ich glaube ist überflüssig zu sagen ob mir das gefällt.
Dimitris.

Hello Andreas,
I am so glad that I did not miss this shot! The picture is so crisp and clear, it is amazing! Lovely composition and interesting whispy clouds, but, the most dramatic and engaging aspect is the the shadows on the dunes! The shadows give form and shape! Wonderful!
Kind regards,
Bev :-)

Wonderful shot. The endless dunes are an excellent contrast to the single person in the frame. Well done.
Antonio

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  • delkoo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4059 W: 239 N: 5380] (26479)
  • [2007-07-11 0:43]

hi andreas
very impressive sea of sand, dunes are looking like waves ,strong colours and light/shadow gives a great depth .

regards
didier

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  • toto Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2485 W: 112 N: 2885] (15306)
  • [2007-07-11 1:42]

Belle photo de ce desert qui a de jolies couleurs, bien éclairée,cette personne faitde cet endroit un desert qui ne l' est plus. Amitiés Thomas

Hallo Andreas,
Simple and beautiful landscape.Really great picture with soft colours and very special light! Lovely perspective and nice sharpness!
Georg

Hallo Andreas,
A spectacular landscape of Morocco and a beautiful scan, if there were no sky and guy it could well be a big chocolate ice cream macro... but thanks to this viewer it's a nice landscape well introduced by his presence and where the alternances of shade and light combined with the dune curves are very attractive, the sky is fine as well.
Have a nice day,
Jean-Yves

hello Andreas,
A nice composition ,the red sand contrasting well to the photogenic sky.
have a nice evening
didier

Hi Andreas,
Stunning landscape, This is a fabled and very spectacular impression. Perspective is superb, I like the effective POV and the gorgeous colours. Congratulations. Have a nice day
George

Hello Andreas,
Beautiful shot.
The light and shadows game add contrast to this picture.
Nice shot.
Greetings.
Igor

Leo,
Fantastic photo and note. Excellent composition, and good use of NeatImage (?)
Excellent job
Jorge

Hallo Leo,
hübsche Sandkiste..
Die starken Unterschiede von Licht und Schatten mit dem wellenartigen Dünen geben einen interessanten grafischen Effekt. Sehr gute Farben mit dem Himmel dazu. Und ein nettes menschliches Detail und keine Verschmutzung (kommt ja auch dort vor).
Lieben Gruss, Ulf

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  • imrek Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1361 W: 65 N: 1239] (6494)
  • [2007-07-11 9:05]

Hi Andreas,
well handeled light and i like that play with light and shadows very sharp and clear image...i like it!!!
regards,
imre

Hi Leo,
One of your older photos but with the same quality that is your hallmark. Beautiful pattern of the sand dunes, the person is perfectly placed.
With Greetings from India
Sabyasachi

Merhaba Leo,
A perfect composition! Great colours, details and excellent light. Excellent work.
All the best.
Ahmet

This is a fantastic shot Leo. Your best photo to me. The person over this sand dune results in amazing thing.

Well done
Andre

Chilean Andes, Moroccan dunes...
Well, this is the joy of living. You are so lucky to travel to those places and see those wonderful skies. I guess it is a priceless experience sleeping on the roof with three blankets and seeing this dunescape early in the morning. I just envy...
TFS,
Deniz

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  • euryan Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1120 W: 124 N: 1827] (8012)
  • [2007-07-11 15:21]

Great lighting and colors here Leo. I like how the girl stands out against the black shadow of the dune. I also like how she is looking out into the vast open desert. Cool title too! I think you start a theme of photos, trekmountain, trekocean, trekforest, etc.

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  • manada Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 722 W: 63 N: 1185] (5847)
  • [2007-07-11 21:03]

Ciao Leo
Very nice compo, I like this shadows on the sand.
With this warm light it can admire the sky too.
Warmregards
Freddy

Belles couleurs saturées convenant très bien à ce paysage de rêve.
Amicalement
JJ

Hallo Andreas,
Ein wunderschöne bild.Gut farben und licht.Gratuliere!
Grüsse!

hAyAti

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  • vincz Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2978 W: 85 N: 5037] (17528)
  • [2007-07-12 0:34]

Excellent picture with great light and shadows. Great composition with the man at the very right. Beautiful sky also.

Hello Andreas
Excellent composition, nice positioning of the lone person on the right side of the photo.
Very well done
Regards
Daniel

hello Andreas
what a beautiful photo of desert!I like very much the patterns of the dunes,and the clouds which have the same curves than these dunes.The colors offer a nice contrast,and the man has a nice place to admire the large panorama.
I went to this place in august 1985,and it was so hot that it was impossible to sleep,but my memory can be wrong.
I wish you a nice day.
Pascale

Genial je ne me lasse pas de voir une belle photo de dunes celle ci est belle par le nombre de petite "dunette" qui donne un jolie relief!
Bravo
tiM

What a stunning image. The late/early light has made wonderful contrasts on the dunes with wonderful patterns. It was a good idea to include the person both for scale and interest as she is obviously enjoying the view too. The openair rooftop bed sounds like a wonderful experience.
Kath
Kath

Hello Andreas,
Your world-class photographs speak for themselves. This image is nothing short of incredible!!! A masterpiece!
Stan

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  • Buin Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 3599 W: 1 N: 7489] (27113)
  • [2007-07-13 0:21]

Hallo Andreas!
Die Gegend aus der ich komme sieht vollkomen anders aus, sie ertrinkt nahezu im Grün. Beides ist aber sehr eindrucksvoll. Der Mensch in Deinem Foto rückt die Verhältnisse zurecht und zeigt, was wir letztlich sind - Teil der Natur, nicht deren Meister. Das Spiel von Licht und Schatten ist atemberaubend. Ein großartiges Bild!
Grüße aus dem warmen aber sehr feuchten Siegen!
Frank

Hi Andreas,
Wonderful image and great composition. The colors of the desert and the sky is in perfect balance, and the placement of the person in the sun is wonderful.
Best regards. Salvator.

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  • atus Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2289 W: 209 N: 4494] (15053)
  • [2007-07-13 2:01]

Hi Leo,
very well captured and greatly composed shot with the girl on the right. The light and colours are very nice and well exposed. It's a pity for the scanning where it is quite normal to lose some of the quality. Well done! Tfs and have a nice weekend.
Attila

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  • barni Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1735 W: 92 N: 1772] (10822)
  • [2007-07-13 3:22]

Halo Andreas
Un jeu de lumière fantastique.
Celà donne envie de découvrire le désert.
Grüss
Christophe

i Leo,
So lovely place and great effect with light and shadows, nice tone for the sand, well too this human presence.

Hello Léo,
Fantastic view of the désert, very good management of the light and shadows, and the person is well positionned at the right side, excellent shot.
Best regards
Christian

Hi ANdreas, Morocco will be my next trip....
Your note is really useful.....and the image fantastic!!
Desert it is a great experience i think...
Perfect the human element here!
bravo!
ciao!
Valeria

hi andreas....
wonderful colors and contrast... you added excellent quality to this shot... sky and land is competing for the beauty!
greetings...

A magic place, only to be seen with your own eyes. Although a lot of pictures come very close in presenting the endless of the dunes, sitting on a dune yourself and let your thoughts go is the only way to become one with the wonderful landscape.
A very good photo Andreas, good scanning and a good play with light and shadow.
Regards, Henk

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  • john_c Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4895 W: 53 N: 5952] (24624)
  • [2007-07-14 8:34]

Hi Leo,
An outstanding capture of these dunes. I especially like the way the man is appearing at the right, appearing to be walking on a precipice with the nicely curving dune. Very fine shadow and lighting effects. Very fine work, Leo.
John

Hi Leo, this is beautiful, desert sand gives such tremendous composition, with play of light and shadow, and when photographers is as skilled as you that produces an eyes catching picture, striking one which you can look for at least one minute
Excellent

Ola Andreas , que bela foto do deserto maroquino , as linhas das dunas são fantasticas , o ceu ficou muiot bonito , gostei do contraste de cores ,parabens!!!
Um abraço Gonçalo

Hello Andreas,
quite a while since I last visited your gallery and when I opened I saw this piece of art made by the desert and captured by your camera. I love the light and shaded areas of sand, the shapes formed by it, and the sensation that this man is lost on an imense sea of sand.
The light of this photo is simply wonderful.
Cheers.
Paulo

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  • siolaw Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3876 W: 394 N: 6765] (23187)
  • [2007-07-15 21:53]

Hi Leo,
I like this dunes compowith super smooth textures , excellent light and sharpness and a clever compo with person well placed on a portion of sunlit sand...
Well done!
Laurent

Bonjour Leo
Un très beau résultat que ce mélange de courbes et d'ombres .
Les couleurs du sable et du ciel sont splendides!!
Très beau travail de prise de vue et de numérisation!!
Amicalement
Hervé

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  • jmcl Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2465 W: 141 N: 3477] (12356)
  • [2007-07-20 9:21]

Hi Leo,

Wonderful light .. wonderful shadows ... immense and vast .. beautifully scaled by your person .. almost a waves on the sea like feel to it. Tremendous.

take care,

John

Superb simple compo and colors. The blue sky over the warm tones of the dunes, the light-shadows play, the little silhouette in the right corner compose an impressive and beautiful scene.

TFS,

Andreea

Hi Andreas,

fantastic light here, the play of shadows on the desert is amazing, and I also like that you´ve included a person, it gives the shot a measure of scale...well done!

Take care, Ivana

Hallo Leo !

I want to go there! What a stunning place.

Wow, this photo is amazing. Great sharpness and clarity. The light management and the overrall composition is great. Super job! Smiley ;)

maryori

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