Seattle in Motion at Sunset

Dazzling !

Highest position in Explore = #1 on June 15, 2009, thank you all for the wonderful support!

This shot of the Seattle skyline was taken from Beacon Hill where you can get a really great perspective of the setting sun behind the city this time of year. The weather in Seattle has been wonderful lately. Though the skyline view from Kerry Park is the most preferred "postcard" shot of the city due to the views of the Space Needle and Mt. Rainier, I personally like this view more because it really shows the city in motion. The serpentine flow of traffic in motion reflects the pulse of the city, as if it were a living and breathing. The Puget Sound is the city’s important shipping waterway and is shadowed by the Olympic Mountain Range to the West. I could not believe how lucky I was on the night I chose to go on this shoot, I’ve never seen a sunset quite like this one. Hope you all enjoy!

I combined 9 bracketed exposures to really bring out all the color in the sky and in the lights of the city. A few of the exposures toward the end of the set were very long to really capture the lights from the traffic flow. Then standard post processing for levels, curves, and contrast to make it pop.

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Darren White Photography says:

Planet Neon!!!!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

yopse says:

Amazing shot,
the composition is perfect my dear friend!
Yopse
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Ray Wise says:

interesting take on this lovely view.

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FarhadFarhad says:

Wonderful Capture ... Fascinating HDR work ... Awsome !
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

SMGallery (MooreandCruz.com) says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Amazing Shots! (Post 1 / Award 3) ADMIN INVITE ONLY, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Artsee Fartsy says:

And bring out the colors, you did! Wonderfully. Nice work!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Artsee Fartsy says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Fantastick Flashes / Post Some~ Award Some (unlimited), and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

pDOTeter says:

One word: WOW. Really amazing picture
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Dylan Toh says:

this is fusion of art and photography - what a result too! such a feast for the eyes
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

ryme-intrinseca says:

Stunning colours, and a great composition.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Christolakis says:

Kaleidoscope of colours
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Sareni says:

Wonderful capture!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

!freeman says:

Great image. As usual excellent processing and image detail.
Did you end up over in the dog park to get this perspective?

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Tony Shi, NY-NJ says:

an explosion of colors.... nice work
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

scarpace87 says:

Wonderful work!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

fresnatic says:

Jason, this is awesome. Love the view and how you captured the color and action of the city. Definitely adding this as a favorite. Your photos keep inspiring me to look for new angles and subjects for composition.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

DolliaSH says:

Very colourfull !!
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Cap'n Surly says:

Fantastic view, where did you take this from?
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Cyvette says:

I love how the colors are exploding out of this picture! This is such an awesome view of Seattle, I love it!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Dandelion Tea Photography says:

Beautifully done. I love how much thought and effort you put into this wonderful HDR.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Phil's Pixels says:

Incredible shot. Fantastic, in all regards. Masterfully done.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

frosteez says:

Awesome processing! Perfectly composed!

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Kiki FL says:

Extraordinary! Extremely painterly and beautiful! Love it! Just excellent work!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

anarchitecte says:

...Really personnal, but i'm not found of these over pest-processed pictures... I imagine I would had really preferred one of the 9 shot you made before metling it in this one!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

kern.justin says:

The lights and colors just blow me away!

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

J. Kraemer says:

Geez man, this is intense. How do you snap off 9 shots without getting a ton of ghosting? Does your camera autobracket that many?
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

MScott68 says:

Incredible HDR! Great processing on this! You really lucked out with that sunset!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

mikemendoza [deleted] says:

Simply AMAZING, Jason. This is a photo of beauty and unsurpassed talent.
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Allaninva2008 (Real Busy) says:

Just one heck of an AWESOME shot! Great Job!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Jaaakeeeee says:

wow.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Aileenie says:

insane colors! love the pastel lights and sky!! Seattle is gorgeous :). Thanks for the comment...it's good to be back..hopefully i'll have more time to post...*fingers crossed*. How have you been?
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Jeff Clow says:

Beautiful piece of photo work.....my compliments.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

moog55 says:

this is really awesome, jason. those pastel colors are insane. from the incredible colors of the sunset to the colors of the building and lights, you captured them perfectly. i like where you shot your picture more than where mine was shot. you get a much better view of the curvy freeway. i'll have to try that location sometime. i think this is clearly your best photo. nice job!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

stacymariedavis says:

boy oh boy....this one is a doozy! what an amazing capture.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

haverhillzombie_sp says:

Wow, love the colors. Freakin' sweet capture.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Soleil is me. says:

Bravo! :)
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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

-Sunny- says:

wow, this is just amazing
Great HDR
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Captured by Alex... says:

wow...this is...wow...
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

diyanah_I says:

Wow wonderful shot like a dream... Love the colors.
My fave :)
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

yakkerDK says:

fantasic HDR. Awesome
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Dando04 says:

Great work!!!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Artie | Photography :: Gettin' real busy says:

amazing colors of seattle jason!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

A.Alwosaibie says:

awesome shot~!!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

bogob1980 says:

It's never easy to include something extra in a beautiful landscape. Often this is limited to portray the place without catching something else. In this case, however, you was able to report to us that we see your picture something more. Here are the emotions, strong feelings, perhaps similar to those you've tried being in a place so charming. This is a beautiful landscape, a real experience. I greatly admire this work.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Terry Cheng says:

Awesome colours. Stunning view!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

pamelalong says:

Beautiful work. I've never seen Seattle like this!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

marklessard says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Bright Lights Big City, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

Wonderful picture! Congrats on Explore
Have a great day!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

El Goldo [deleted] says:

amazing!!!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

tmphillips says:

wow love all the color!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

carmelo billotta says:

U n c a p o l a v o r o
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

gato-gato-gato says:

Excellent picture. Really very cool.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Surrealize says:

Wow, thanks for taking the time to comment and fav! I really appreciate the kind words and make sure to read each every one. Several of you have sent email asking questions and I'll try to respond to these throughout the week. I look forward to catching up on your streams shortly!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

hernan.seoane says:

nice! have a good day!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

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

murilo.h4ck3r says:

Great image!

Exif please...?
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Rodrigo De Anda says:

Lovely shot, awesome colors!

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Nizam_Jusoh says:

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Sam Ilic Photography - STAGE88 says:

Fascinating image!

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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

ange850 says:

It's amazingly beatiful. Naturally captivating too.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

iamdogsmom says:

I feel like I'm looking down the road that leads to OZ. This is just so fabulous, it makes my heart stop!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

ársí says:

very lovely colors
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

briburt (Brian Burt Photo) says:

Superb, spectacular, simply stunning. Words fail me when I try to describe my reaction to this shot, so I will just offer congrats on an astonishing capture. Makes me miss Seattle.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

indirahardiyanti says:

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

torripuspa@ymail.com says:

So colourfull
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

luna_em0 says:

CaNtix bgt..
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

ssaallmmaann says:

excellent image. lovely lights.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Souvik_Prometure says:

phew!! killer of a shot...

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.Do7anii [deleted] says:

.Exquisite.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Melissa Steep says:

Awesome shot!!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

kat3nah says:

wow nice pix in full colors!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

j.ashish51 says:

Mnd blwng
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Princess Tru says:

Excellent composition & fab use of colour, The sky is amaizing its very soft with the strong structure & detailing below...***** Most excellent...
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

koushik502 says:

A
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elbelbelb2000 says:

crazy HDR! Great work!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Zenxposure says:

wow amazing capture. Great colors and detail. Nice use of HDR and Long exposure
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

lilisivocom says:

Bautiful
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

ccmak says:

perfect...
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hubsio says:

congrats!!! =)

explore....

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tanveer_sayem says:

Simply Awesome my frnd! its almost like a painting.

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mujerderojo says:

Wild!!!!!!!
Fantastic...well done!!
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subtlegina says:

Very cool!!! Congrats on the #1 spot...this is so vibrant and surreal. Right up my alley if I must say so! Really, REALLY awesome shot and PP. LOVE it!! ;0)
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aaronbennett27 says:

brillant stuff dude. Thanks for your kinds words on my work :-) nice one. Your hdr's are very nice.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

.Hegab. says:

great work
realy amazing
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

MBurgessProductions says:

this is amazing How did u do it what camera did u use.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Eric Rousset says:

Insane Jason, so colorful compo !!!
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aviana2 says:

Congratulations on Explore #1.
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HopeIsMagic says:

I spent three weeks in Seattle once. I wished I had a camera and a place to take photos from. That serpentine traffic, the lights, the scenery, they''re all so beautiful. I love your photo. I'm from California, and after that three weeks, I always said if I wasn't going to live in California, Seattle would be the only place I would choose. Thank you for capturing the essence of what I love about it.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

ricsamanion says:

amazing capture my friend! wonderful composition and post processing.
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Quan. says:

Great image!!
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A.W.A.N says:

Congrats!!! for "Explore"; the most awesome content on Flickr

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Gujjama says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Nation Of Domination. (We Rule The Universe), and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

D3 San Francisco says:

One of the most incredible photos ever seen...
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

katachthonios says:

Wow, that's just crazy. Excellent stuff... I like how stylized & detailed you made the while scene!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Nuragic Man says:

Very fine shot!
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Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Svam1 says:

Color citc:) Love the colors, very well!
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Joshbarsky says:

WoW!!!
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kye44 says:

just surreal
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