Bay of ice

hot ! over ice

I like these three main rocks. They give the bottom half of the shot a nice weightiness and balance. Well done.

Fantastic starburst!

Heart of the ice?

These pieces of ice are so cool lookin'

These rocks are so cool

The shadows here look fantastic. Awesome color.

so perfect

perfect !

Everything is perfect in the picture. I love this!!

this picture is my apple's wallpaper. i love this picture. everything is so.. perfect. phenomenal. remarkable. you did a fantastic job with this and everything. :x

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Explore #4, January 7th 2009. Thank you everyone!

Once the sun rises over the cape of Porkkala, light starts to pore into a small bay filled with ice in various forms. The feeling of witnessing this both warms and chills you.

This is a shot where I used a LEE 0.6 soft edge GND filter to take down the sky a couple of stops. I also masked in some lighter areas from an other exposure, so the final image is a combo of two exposures. This shot should chill your bones but warm your soul! :)

My Favorite Landscapes (set) | GND filters (set) | Digital Blending (set)

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--K.W.Z-- says:

WOOOOW ..thats amazing ... the circles are amazing!!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Fahad Nasir (Super Busy!) says:

cool!!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Angiezpics says:

Beautiful outcome Rob! I love the pancake ice on the water - not something that you see everyday! Beautiful sunrays too!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

ZiiZ says:

Love those ice...
nice pp with this
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

romvi says:

wonderful picture
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

[ tha ] says:

that's...amazing! great capture!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Mike Golding says:

Stunning detail when viewed large. The shapes are amazing.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Pierre Contant (On Vacation!) says:

Oustanding!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

mikamj (on vacation) says:

Beautiful winter landscape, lovely light
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

sk3l says:

beautiful shot !
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Shaun@KL says:

Beautiful capture!
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Longfinger1 says:

Great shot Rob!

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Ragstatic says:

neat POV Rob u got that sun well and i feel warmth and the cold !
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Maureen Bond says:

gorgeous

This is such a beautiful work!!

Seen in: Life is beautiful!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

SebastianPhotography says:

beautiful
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Highsierrabob says:

Excellent image!!!!!!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Vaeltaja says:

Wonderful colors, light and view.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Illusiontom says:

See in Tokina 11-16mm f2.8
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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Funky Slug says:

Real nice icy sunrise, great shot.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

J Duckworth says:

Wow!!! Fire and Ice!!! Those rays are outstanding.... nice photography work....
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Erroba ( Brand new dad ) says:

Yet another cracker !

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called EAQIO, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Dolfi ll says:

This is a masterpiece!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

JKmedia says:

Excellent wide-angle shot

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

in2thesky says:

Your technics worked very well! Thanks for sharing them with us!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

smgallery says:

Stunning Rob! Have a good day buddy!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

deeps_sandhu says:

this doesn't deserve some stupid group code award.....this deserves some real appreciation from the heart....so once again...simply awesomeeeee....
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

randall.vasquez | www.attherockshow.com says:

nice shot ! really nice example of how this lens can/should be used !
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

jpmvc says:

Yet another one for the portfolio - excellent!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

- Itch - says:

The ice pattern is incredible, I don't know what a closer view can bring? I like it!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

vuokkopeter says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called suomi1, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Chee Seong says:

Top notch!

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

jhbowman42 says:

Beautiful capture! Love the colors, composition, and depth of field!

This is such a beautiful work!!

Seen in: Life is beautiful!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Tommy Bass says:

Eye-dazzling shot, superb composition!

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[Only Land, Sky & Seascapes]

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

aloha_plumeria says:

That's just fabulous, Rob! Those ice formations are really something else... wonder how those bizarre, yet beautiful creation emerge. Ahh, doesn't matter... you captured it so well! Have a good day bud!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

indianponygal says:

Amazing ice forms... never seen the like! What a beautiful place,... excellent work!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

iCam Pix says:

wow...beautiful...have a wonderful evening my friend

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

~ Ray ~ ON FLICKR BREAK ~ says:

Fantastic shot, Rob! Instant fave as usual

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Insight Imaging: John A Ryan Photography says:

Well done, Congrats on the Explore posting.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

UGArdener says:

Seen in Explore this Wednesday Evening - Great Work!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

thomaskho says:

Excellent capture!!!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

PEATmonster says:

absolutely love this! great capture
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

lyh1 says:

Come across this on Explore. Magnificent Shot!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Unique CuteY [deleted] says:

good shot
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Pablo Ramil says:

Fantastic !!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Maximo Lopez (netsella) says:

Beaufiful shot
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Nounou 12 Maryse (Back but problem computer also) says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Vos plus belles photos/Invite pictures only., and we'd love to have this added to the group!

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

nisha97 says:

stunning capture! nice details
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

temo_959 says:

Nice
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Salva del Saz says:

Beautiful image -with a great sense of depth- and excellent work using the filters and the blending technique!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

rpeg [deleted] says:

Wonderful work! Congrats!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Marc VC says:

this is an awesome shot
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Piffer says:

Fantastic shot!!! Stunning!!
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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Philippe Sainte-Laudy says:

superb!! Pretty amazing shot! I love the detail...
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

anisakj says:

brrr..rr.r...cold feel likes coca cola..
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

katie ann. says:

Truely wonderful shot.

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

mustafa_rayeen@yahoo.com says:

Md. Mustafa
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

tintinian says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Empyrean Land- & Cityscapes (invite only) post 1 - award 1, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

1 Band St. E says:

The blue really frames the golden sun. Beautiful.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Grumpy Bears Photography/Polly--- says:

beautiful shot

Please post with us at:
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Please take a moment to comment
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

torhagen says:

Great shot - love the detail :) Def. worth a long look in large :)
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

~XANE~ says:

WoW What a beautiful shot!!!
~This Photo is invited for~ January Explore Contest ..

Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Dirk65 says:

wow, very cool shot !! ;-)
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

CCranberry says:

Just amazing and beautiful!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

sterk1 says:

Wonderful job on the processing. It helps to have a great photo like this as well. Very dramatic, and I like the sun's rays in this.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

ben124. says:

Excellent capture!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

marilyn2d says:

I want to go there!
Congratulations on Explore!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Valpopando says:

your usual splendid work !
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

gato-gato-gato says:

Yeah, very cool.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

d.photogal says:

beautiful shot!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

DanielKHC says:

An icy beauty mate! Thanks for the support regarding the stolen photo...Really discourages you to post the large view....And she stole two of my Finnish shots! ;-)
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

freemysoul says:

this is so perfect!
faved.

Discovered using FlickrFox.(?²ˣ)
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Jacques Daigneault Out to play says:

Fantastic shot, awesome perspective
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

andywon says:

Great composition with beautiful scenery!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Rod Monkey says:

Wonderful light.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Steve P.Kane (S.P.K.Photography)(Gone for 1 week) says:

incredible shot
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

paradiso76 says:

BREATH-TAKING!! better than an HDR....
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

pedroro34 says:

A
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

constructedarts says:

Beautiful capture!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

odettte says:

Unique!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

CatDancing says:

It's absolutely beautiful. Well done. I found this on Explore.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Bryn Tassell says:

Fantastic, I love the ice.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Ali Shokri says:

Excellent works, Thanks for share my friend,
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Matthew Cachia says:

so beautiful and crisp. i love it
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

_gonegone_ [deleted] says:

gorgeous.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

TimboDon says:

So much detail to look at!! Stunning! Stunning indeed!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

shanghaimike says:

Great shot! Please come & share your talent with us!

WE HAVE A NEW HOME!

This photo deserves a big HEART,
please post this beautiful picture at
Heart Awards Group.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Miraje says:

Excellent shot!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Ryan Eng says:

OOOWEE you find some amazing icescapes. This shot deserves a #1 spot for sure. Love the sun flare and all the little ice floating in the pond.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

pattpoom says:

Great shot as always.!!! Nicely composed, very beautiful winter scene.!!!
I'm just comming back from trips and trying to catch up.
I wish you have a great time during the year 2009.:)
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

rapis60 says:

very beautiful!!!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

prdsra5 says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Your Preferred Pictures, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

Compliments, I like it;
Please add this photo to

"your preferred pictures" group
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

harish_sanjeev says:

J
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

view[+]finder says:

Wow, you're right. Viewed large it's razor sharp. New Tokina 11-16?
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

chrias. says:

awesome shot! everything about it is amazing!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Pete Bruhn says:

Truly amazing photography. I love it!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

CJDCathyD says:

This is an exceptional photo of ICE please consider posting in:
Intrigued by ICE
(post one award two please).
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Massis_ says:

This is a very good shot. Composition, colors and light.

I love it!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

prdsra5 says:

Compliments, I like it;
Please add this photo to

"your preferred pictures" group
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Miss Branquinho says:

Fantastic perspective and textures, love it!!!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

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