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If this isn't one of the coolest places on earth I don't know what is!! I've bee to amazing sites on five continents, and Canyonlands National Park ranks right up there with anything I've ever seen. Over and over again I found myself just stunned by the landscape. If you haven't been there........GO!!!
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This photo was taken on August 8, 2010 in Moab, Utah, US, using a Nikon D700.
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MBesantPhoto, Jamey Pyles, Ania Photography ✿, D Breezy - davidthompsonphotography.com, and 540 other people added this photo to their favorites.
Dan Ballard Photography (30 months ago | reply)
My favorite places on earth....All great for photography, and all extremely inspiring places to spend time.
Sapa Vietnam
Banff Canada
Vang Vieng Loas
Wadi Rum Jordan
Vintgare Gorge Slovenia
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(And Norway.....Bolivia......Turkey..... Switzerland)
MBesantPhoto (30 months ago | reply)
WOW....I'm speechless.
TMullenaux (30 months ago | reply)
Wonderful light and color!
Ania Photography ✿ (30 months ago | reply)
incredible shot, lovely angle, everything perfect
D Breezy - davidthompsonphotography.com (30 months ago | reply)
oh damn.......this is super sweet! I have not had a chance to go here yet, but after seeing this awesome image, its on the priority list! the glowing light looks amazing. beautifully done, very nice.
wishiwsthr (30 months ago | reply)
OK I'm going; I'm going
HLazyJ - Susan Humphrey (30 months ago | reply)
Dan I think this is one of your best evers. I love the light and everything about it. You have really captured this perfectly!! I am looking at the map to see how far away.....and it's not too far. Great shot!!
Peter V Photography (30 months ago | reply)
Wowza. This utah....is pretty huh? it's on my list sir, next time im there im sooo exploring. Did it take a lot of effort to get into this cave? Cause I plan on attempting to emulate this photo exactly!
dovetaildw (30 months ago | reply)
Wow! A beautiful capture of an amazing place for sure. Your travels and photography are enviable, thanks for sharing.
Ellen Soohoo (30 months ago | reply)
Gorgeous. Nicely exposed!
Horse_Mumbler (30 months ago | reply)
So pretty, makes me wish I was there.
Brent McGuirt Photography (30 months ago | reply)
Gorgeous job on the comp and sunburst. I like the deep contrasts in the shot too!
cowgirlrightup (30 months ago | reply)
Breathtaking, Man O Man, you've got the life!
Tekkon C (30 months ago | reply)
greatest shot of Mesa Arch! // : D
naturethroughmyeyes.com (30 months ago | reply)
Outstanding image Dan. Love the framing of the landscape below. Nice timing with the sun and mist. Thanks for sharing your favorite places to visit and photograph - I'm sure you've inspired several photographers to visit these areas.
grazanna (30 months ago | reply)
Wonderful picture, amazing sun under the arch, dreamy place !
amlbuton (30 months ago | reply)
such a warm morning.... well done my friend :)
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karma (Karen) (30 months ago | reply)
this is otherworldly beautiful & breathtaking - amazing flare!!
all of southern Utah should be a NP!
Jeff Eickhoff (30 months ago | reply)
And this is one of the best Mesa pics I've seen! You got the perfect framing, exposure and sunstar...awesome work, Dan!
Jeff Eickhoff (30 months ago | reply)
And that string of beauties in the comments! Dang...you have such an incredible portfolio!
alpenglowtravelers (30 months ago | reply)
very very beautiful-you positioned the sun so well
Joel deWaard (30 months ago | reply)
Not sure adjectives do this justice....... superb work!
LifeLover4 (30 months ago | reply)
Fantastic! Thanks for sharing!
Jessica Kirste (30 months ago | reply)
Wow stunning shot! Love the starbust!
Critter Seeker (30 months ago | reply)
Classic sunrise shot of Mesa Arch. Sunrise there was one of the highlights of my stop there a few years back.
I Prahin | www.southeastasia-images.com (30 months ago | reply)
Yes, its an amazing place. I recall there was some amazing footage from the movie 'Baraka' shot here at this moment.
MarkASmith (30 months ago | reply)
Great shot!
Didenze (30 months ago | reply)
Perfectly captured sun star! Great composition and colors.
Ireena Eleonora Worthy (30 months ago | reply)
With images like this, you inspire us to experience this park. Such a fabulous scene!
photographi-ca (30 months ago | reply)
Epic. I know, it's an over used word. I don't care, this is f'ing epic.
www.matthansenphotography.com (30 months ago | reply)
There's something mesmerizing about the blood red arch. So intense and powerful. You sure do make a guy want to fly out there!
Don Briggs (30 months ago | reply)
So totally amazing. Beautiful work.
idashum (30 months ago | reply)
That is an awesome shot of Mesa Arch - so dramatic! I have yet to experience this... definitely on the list. Stunning!
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Rod Wood (30 months ago | reply)
Been there 6 times myself and cannot get enough of the place --- so I moved to Utah to suck it up !!!
Great shot Dan !! Canyonlands Park is an AMAZING place ---- I love it there and I love this shot Buddy !!! Well done --- Rod
Greg-0 (30 months ago | reply)
This is just jaw dropping Dan. The atmosphere is off the charts and that sunstar is sweet.
jeandayphoto (30 months ago | reply)
I love red rock country and your take on it here is beautiful...love the sun burst!
sureshkaimal (30 months ago | reply)
Wow, Very nice capture. The light falling on the rock is awesome. Your photos are simply superb.
ikonoki (30 months ago | reply)
An amazing take on this location. Incredible light with the sunstar too. Really excellent work here!
anieto2k (30 months ago | reply)
Amazing picture!!
Douglas Brown (30 months ago | reply)
Hi Dan,
Absolutely STUNNING image! As good as it gets! This is perfection, I can't image any way to improve upon this image. Most impressive work, Dan!
Take care, Doug.
tim_hxc (30 months ago | reply)
Wow !! Just amazing capture !!! CONGRATS !
Roger BCN (30 months ago | reply)
Perfect One!! It's a Wonderful place and a great photo
Ianmoran1970 (30 months ago | reply)
Wow the rays, the colour, the framing, awesome shot, nice work!
Deb Ebbeling (30 months ago | reply)
Another adventure for the eyes! Perfect composition ~ Catching that sun made it absolutely perfect...Beautiful!
francescadistefano (30 months ago | reply)
stunning!
André Distel Photography (30 months ago | reply)
Wow. I really like your work. If I had the time, I would comment on all your photos :). Very well done and I will keep tracking along with your updates. Thanks for sharing.
page.closed (30 months ago | reply)
Without the sun, it's allready a great picture, but with the sun rays right in the good spot, WOW! another killer one, bro!
Ne-Rima (30 months ago | reply)
gorgeous place and photograph, fantastic light!
Andre vd Meulen (30 months ago | reply)
Superb shot! Love the framing!
gkitch22 (30 months ago | reply)
Some lovely lighting. I assume that you deliberately waited for the sun to cut the roof line.