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Photographer’s Note

The Island in the Sky mesa rests on sheer sandstone cliffs over 1,000 feet above the surrounding terrain. Every overlook offers a different perspective on Canyonlands’ spectacular landscape. The Island is the easiest district to visit in a short period of time, offering many pullouts with spectacular views along the paved scenic drive.

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avene (11084) 2009-03-20 13:24

hi Derek,
this is where we are going at the end of May, and looking at your photo I wish it was now :) great shot, the landscape looks like from a surrealist painting, and the sky is equally impressive. the combined result, with the play of light and shadows on the ground and rust red colours is fascinating, I love the feeling of wide open and windy space. great shot, my compliments.

best,
Kristine

leo61 (43610) 2009-03-20 13:28

Hi Derek!
Great POV And amazing depthe.I like too the light and the red tones of this unique landscape.And these clouds....they look fantastic!!!!A great shot.
Regards,leo
sorry,no smiles left for today......

brano14 (1926) 2009-03-20 13:31

Hello Derek,
Very nice view,good composition. Maybe those rocks in foreground are too big and they overpowering the background, especially with almost similar colors.
But, it is still very good photo.
Thanks!
Brano

Philippe (11787) 2009-03-20 13:32

Hi, Daniel. The rocks in the foreground give a very good depth to your picture. The landscape is really impressive with these ravines and rock formations. A nice sky which contrasts well with the reddish tones in the foreground.
Have a nice weekend,
Philippe

pauloog (6811) 2009-03-20 13:38

Hello Derek,
A fantastic view with perfect clarity and good natural colour tones. Good play of light that gives more structure ot the landscape crowned by a glorious sky.
Regards,
Paul

Wandering_Dan (3275) 2009-03-20 13:55

Hi, Derek -

A well-done version of one of the classics, with great light and shadow.

Dan

argycon (2749) 2009-03-20 14:05

Hi Derek,
What an amazing view. Great capture with fine depth and impressive sky!
tfs
Kostas

wolf38 (13085) 2009-03-20 23:13

Hello Derek. A landscape as from the picture book. Composition, light and colors are in the best way. Very beautifully. Best regards, Wolfgang.

Giedra70 (583) 2009-03-20 23:14

Hello Derek,
Always interesting to see the fotos from this place.
BR Giedrius

baba_flies (8071) 2009-03-21 0:09

Hello Derek! I stood there last June and I found it actually not easy to bring the feeling over when you stand there but in your case I find a return, something comes back that I had there. The clouds helped a lot I guess and leaving some parts in the shade and others in the sun. Very nice choice with the stony foreground (okay what else is there ... LOL) leading us into the wide opens space. Beautiful photo indeed, one of the very good TE shots from this place. Best regards, Barbara.

cdmonson (2757) 2009-03-25 18:36

Hi Derek:

Every now and then I see a shot of the Colorado Plateau that just makes me want to go back and explore. This is definitely one of them. Very nice shot of the Island in the Sky area. I have a shot of this exact same area, but the lighting was horrible and it wasn't really salvageable. Yours is excellent. One thing I would change though--I would boost the color a bit more. :) Otherwise, excellent work.

Clark

fulvio52 (8314) 2009-04-02 1:07

Good morning, Derek.
An endless, breathtaking, almost surrealistic view. Salvador Dalí's imaginary landscapes are the first thing that comes to my mind. I've been here several times, let's say I know how it feels like. Great job! Have a good day, I'll be seeing you.
Fulvio.

guitianmiranda (3718) 2009-07-15 5:57

Beautiful, the cloudy sky gives a great DOF to the Picture and makes it really special, of course the place is a wonderful land I hope to visit this summer.

Best regards.