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p.1 #1 · p.1 #1 · Salt Creek Reflections

Instead of braving the crowds and heading up to Yosemite for a shot at Horsetail Falls, I decided to brave the crowds and make a quick trip to Death Valley. Amazing what a bit of rain can do to a landscape. Yes, the wildflowers were plentiful - as were the countless individuals that would randomly stop on the side of the road to take selfies with the flowers. Preferring a more secluded site - I made my way to the Salt Creek area - where there was still quite a bit of standing water. These two shots were taken in the middle of the creek - standing in about an inch of water. Perfectly still - and with no wind, I was able to pick up the detail of the submerged mud - as well as the reflection of the distant mountains and blazing sunset. I kept looking around - but there was no one else to be found - which was ok with me. Thanks for looking.
Todd

Feb 22, 2016 at 02:58 PM

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p.1 #2 · p.1 #2 · Salt Creek Reflections

Absolutely stunning! I prefer the vertical comp but both are good.

Feb 22, 2016 at 03:13 PM

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p.1 #3 · p.1 #3 · Salt Creek Reflections

gGeat idea and excellent execution, Todd. I really like #1.

Feb 22, 2016 at 04:28 PM

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p.1 #4 · p.1 #4 · Salt Creek Reflections

These are beauties, love the underwater cracked mud and great job keeping the colors real.

Heron

Feb 22, 2016 at 09:03 PM

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p.1 #5 · p.1 #5 · Salt Creek Reflections

Beautiful work Todd! I love how they are both presented very naturally. Did the mud try to suck the boot off your feet after standing still for so long?

Feb 22, 2016 at 09:47 PM

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p.1 #6 · p.1 #6 · Salt Creek Reflections

Super set. I really like #1 the most here. The lines and elements all flow well together.

Feb 22, 2016 at 09:59 PM

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p.1 #7 · p.1 #7 · Salt Creek Reflections

Wonderful images! I especially like your first image.
Keith W.

Feb 22, 2016 at 10:25 PM

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p.1 #8 · p.1 #8 · Salt Creek Reflections

Dan, Jeffrey & Heron - Thanks very much!

Ben - Yes, it did! Although, I must admit this is one of my favorite locations in the park - found through your video journals - thanks.

Scott & Keith - thank you both as well - I enjoy your work and appreciate the comments.

Feb 22, 2016 at 10:34 PM

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p.1 #9 · p.1 #9 · Salt Creek Reflections

Beautiful color palette. The first one is excellent. The smooth muddy ground around the sharp cracks creates an involving foreground which leads to the amazing dusk colors. Congrats!

Feb 22, 2016 at 10:41 PM

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p.1 #10 · p.1 #10 · Salt Creek Reflections

Wow Todd you really have two stunning images here. The top one is my favorite. The leading lines are wicked. Love the texture in the mud.

Feb 22, 2016 at 11:12 PM

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p.1 #11 · p.1 #11 · Salt Creek Reflections

First one is a winner for sure.

Feb 23, 2016 at 12:15 AM

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p.1 #12 · p.1 #12 · Salt Creek Reflections

Both are awesome, but that first is exceptional. Great stuff!

Feb 23, 2016 at 12:39 AM

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p.1 #13 · p.1 #13 · Salt Creek Reflections

beautiful shots esp.the first one

Feb 23, 2016 at 09:51 AM

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p.1 #14 · p.1 #14 · Salt Creek Reflections

Well done, Todd. I,too, especially like the 1st.

Feb 23, 2016 at 10:17 AM

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p.1 #15 · p.1 #15 · Salt Creek Reflections

Beautiful work and great conditions to shoot in. First one works for me better as well since the foreground is stronger. Well done, all around.

Feb 23, 2016 at 10:20 AM

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p.1 #16 · p.1 #16 · Salt Creek Reflections

Great scene.
Love the sky in #1.

David

Feb 23, 2016 at 10:22 AM

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p.1 #17 · p.1 #17 · Salt Creek Reflections

Fred, Matt, Boingyman, Andrew, Honeysuckle, Psharvic, Rparchen & David - I thank you all for taking the time and providing the positive feedback. I am partial to the 1st as well - although I find I gravitate more towards vertical interpretations - I wanted to provide a traditional horizontal view as well. Thanks again - I appreciate it.
Todd

Feb 23, 2016 at 10:40 AM

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p.1 #18 · p.1 #18 · Salt Creek Reflections

Totally in love with #1! Awesome job Todd!

Feb 23, 2016 at 12:38 PM


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