Even Grassy Plains Can be Captivating, a photo from Khomas, South

Photographer's Note

The NamibRand Nature Reserve originated from a dream of extending the desert frontiers by integrating a large number of former sheep farms and developing a sanctuary free of fences, so that once again the wildlife could roam their habitat unhindered. Covering an area of over 170,000 hectares, NamibRand is bordered by the Naukluft Park in the west and the impressive Nubib Mountain range in the East.

The special attraction of the reserve is the diversity of desert landscapes. Virtually all facets of the Namib are represented here.

At sunset, mountains plunging down into endless grassy plains, interspersed by red vegetated dunes, create a tapestry of colours.

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dta (98848) 2016-05-15 1:02

Hello MAy ,
You say "even grassy , captivating" . I totally agree with you . And that adds something more of the traditional dunes pictures from Namibia .
A splendid composition in this panoramic format , with great light and shades .
Regards

GyurMaster (24668) 2016-05-15 1:24

Excellent!

wetmarbel (223) 2016-05-15 1:30

Hi
what a fascinating point of view , wonderful color contrast .
Knowing how to use contrast will help you create eye-catching images. Contrast is a tool that photographers use to direct viewers� attention to their subject. There are two types: Tonal Contrast and Color Contrast

npecanhuk (79329) 2016-05-15 5:30

Hi May!
Truly interesting and attractive natural details!
Beautiful picture!
Sharpness, exposure, colors, horizontal format, black borders, chosen pov and composition are all excellent!
TFS - congrats,
Cheers,
Neyvan

Sergiom (117241) 2016-05-15 5:53

Bonjour May,

J'aime beaucoup cette composition.Elle est minimaliste mais pleine de bien belles choses. Les textures sont superbes sous cette douce lumi鑽e. Le ciel est remarquable en contraste.

Bon dimanche

Serge

No_One (4) 2016-05-15 11:21

Hi May
An incredible place and your photo does it wonderful justice. The thing that appeals to me so much is the rich contrasting colors and the strumming shadow. Beautiful photo
Best wishes
Noel

lousat (138609) 2016-05-15 13:06

Hi May,waiting your pics from your beautiful italian trip that i seen on facebook,it's nice to watch a new memory from the namibian desert,spectacular view and fantastic colors,i wish to be there me too! Have a nice week and thanks,Luciano

federico (6109) 2016-05-15 15:50

Hello May, very nice play of light and shadows, the sand pattern is clearly visible here, the grass in the fg is an interesting subject
regards
Fred

chawax (20764) 2016-05-16 3:23

Hi May,
Nice contrast between the desert and the nice vegetation. I like too the shadow / light contrast and the beautiful light on the dunes that enhances very well the lines on the sand.
Regards,
Olivier

Silvio1953 (220605) 2016-05-16 7:10

Ciao May, fascinating destert landscape, fantastic warm colors and splendid light, very well done?, my friend, ciao Silvio

Cricri (176) 2016-05-17 7:48

Hi May
Un paysage merveilleux aux couleurs et lumi鑽e fantastique, beau pays de Rosemary
amiti駸
cricri

fabianoleite (13575) 2016-05-26 6:52

Beautiful view, with incredible colors and sharpness. Amazing how the lines of the sands are clearly visible. I also like the shadows and the contrast with the green. Congratulations!

alvaraalto (42804) 2016-06-16 5:45

Hello May,
Everything in this picture is superb and the combination even better.
A desert-plain with these dunes and play of shadow and light alone should be amazing, but the unexpected bright green of the grass gives the picture an extra tension.
Groet Rob

BennyV (34742) 2016-06-28 3:07

Great capture of light on the flank of the dune, May. I also like the way the shaded part up front balances everything out. Well captured!

Benny

COSTANTINO (115539) 2016-07-23 23:37

Hello dear May mah and have a nice time
and a happy new day Sunday
your description about the NamibRand Nature Reserve
oriinated from a dream of extending the desert
is exact and interesting
I like the simplicity of details
I lov all this idea of presenting
the composition in this way
welldone
regards
Costantino