Mesa Arch Keyhole...
by David Choate
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Mesa Arch Keyhole...
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David Choate
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Photograph - Photograph
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My rendition of Mesa Arch, the most photographed spot in all of Canyonlands National Park in Utah. Even the rock formations in the background are well known...the "Washerwoman", to the right of her, "Monster Tower" and framing her in back, "Airport Tower". Before 2010 relatively few people were aware of the beauty of this particular area, but then Microsoft made it a default background for its computer program, starting a stampede of photographers, tourists and others coming to the site.There is so much to like about this particular view of Mesa Arch. Of course the feature all photographers most want to capture is the beautiful fiery red at the bottom of the top portion of the arch...created as the sun starts to rise in the east. The texture of the gray sandstone rock at the base frames the view through the key hole and is highlighted by the sun just at the rim. But everything we've talked about so far is just setting up the real "meat" of this image, the named rocks in the back, shrouded in beams of haze stand out clearly. And finally, the horizon, with a mountain range peaking through the haze and reaching into a hazy-orange sky with just a touch of blue. All in all, a wonderful image and portrayal of this iconic scene.
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September 3rd, 2020
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Comments (26)
John Twynam
Beautiful shot. Great use of framing, and it looks kind of like the sun beams are just "pouring" over the cliff in the distance.
Debbie Blackman
I just love this view with the light reflecting on the rock. Gorgeous
David Choate replied:
I was extremely fortunate to have been there at just the right time. Thank you for your comment.
Roseanne Schellenberger
Wow! This is beautiful! Excellent light, shadow, depth and framing!!! A jaw dropper!! F
Heiko Koehrer-Wagner
I was there many years ago. It's a spectacular foto. F/L
David Choate replied:
Thanks, Heiko. When you're there at sunrise, it's difficult not getting a great shot -- but timing is everything and it's probably a lot more popular today than it was when you visited. You're elbow to elbow with other photogs.
Maya Bukhina
Marvelous image !
David Choate replied:
Thank you Maya. It's an often photographed site, but when it's your own, it's kinda special.
David Choate
Nancy, can't thank you enough for the wonderful comment on my work --as well as for the l/f
Nancy Griswold
Absolutely superb. I have seen this arch photographed before, but NEVER with such a great sensitivity to the natural elements, color, ambiance and light. Wonderful photography. FAV++/L
David Choate
Thank you John Bailey for featureing my Mesa Arch Keyhole image on the Images that Excite You group page. It is very much appreciated.
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