Red Rocks rocks (best viewed large)
Shot with Canon 5Dmk2 and Canon 24-70 2.8L lens (34mm) at f22, 1.6sec Auto WB ISO50 in Apeture mode.
Red Rock, Yuragir National Park, Mid North Coast, NSW Australia.
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I would like to thank my good friend Simone Byrne for her advice and encouragement with my landscapes. Check her out on RB if you want to see some truely outstanding photography.
I think this is one of my best images. Believe it or not it is very difficult to capture images here because of its bearing and landscape. The colours of the rocks, the short duration of light and the bright sky tend to cause loss in a significant range in either highlights or darks whichever way you try to capture it. I had to use an 8 stop neutral density filter and 4 stop grad ND to get a balance between the two.

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linifer
EXCELLENT!!!!!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Linny, you’re the best!
xoxo
~ Ademac
Beautiful image………….great framing and tones
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks so much for that – just commented on your latest addition, sensational work.
drec
Like the light on the rocks(rhs). Nice work.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks for that – I am glad you like this. I actually had to tone down the red in the rocks because it is almost unbelievable how red they get.
simonesphotos
Brilliant image Si, love the colour in the sky and the light on the rocks, all perfectly balanced in frame and a lovely bit of movement, an image I would have been proud to take, instant fave, great work!!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Luvvy, big kisses and hugs to you pet!
TextureoftheSin
Stunning Simon! Love that light on the rocks
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks ToTS – much appreciated. I am hoping to do some artistic nudes soon – I think I have a model sorted out (not me fortunately!).
Joe Mortelliti
Nice work Simon
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you so much Joe- I really do appreciate it!
Garth Smith
Nice shot Simon I like it.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Garth, I really appreciate that mate!
Karen Moore
Beautiful
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you Karen, I am glad you like this – it is a beautiful spot.
Jim Worrall
a beautiful piece Simon, spot on.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks so much Jim, I am really flattered.
Carmelh
Lovely image Simon…
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you Carmel, I really appreciate that.
John Kowalski
Lovely capture Simon!!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks John – I am overwhelmed at the response to this image and I really appreciate it.
kathy s gillen...
oustanding simon
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Kathy, hugs and kisses to you luv!
TextureoftheSin
Oh I dunno, Simon – I think you’d do well as a nude model :)
Simon Whittaker replied
Ha ha ha, thanks for that – If you are into the “heftier male” you’d be laughing – come to think of it, if you saw me in the buff you WOULD be laughing!
Peter Hill
Such a rich canvas you’ve caught, Simon! The 5dmk2 combo with the 24-70 really cooks don’t it?!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Peter, I really appreciate that mate. There is no doubt about the 5Dmk2 I just love it – it makes me want to pick it up and use it and the lens is sweet. I have been trying the Sigma 14mm also and I love it! I want to reshoot tomorrow as well and see if I can get this shot I just couldn’t quite nail today.
P.s. hope you are well mate and giving that shutter a flogging!
Larry Varley
Wow, bloody amazing! great work mate
Simon Whittaker replied
Mate that is a huge rap – I really appreciate it too. I think I have to do some portraiture though – I am starting to get that itch (not THAT itch) the other one.
Larry Varley
Talcum powder helps with the itch, trust me :)
Simon Whittaker replied
Ha ha ha, I tried it – it tastes like crap and the itch has now spread!
Joanne Bradley
Breathtaking!The light captured is perfect, great composition and color!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks so much Joanne, that is a lovely compliment and I appreciate it very much.
lizalady
Outstanding work and great lighting.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you so much for that, thats very nice of you to say so.
fauselr
great shot
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you!
janeymac
stunning Si !!! it’s like a painting !!! Jane
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Janey, believe it or not I had to desaturate the image because the colours here are so strong and it would have looked a tad unrealistic otherwise.
Nala
What a beautiful and lovely shot well done , , great capture Alan
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Al, much appreciated mate.
solareclips~Ju...
Simon Whittaker replied
Woo hoo! Thank you kindly – you have started my day with a boost!
Ken Thomas
Brilliant work!!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Ken, I really appreciate the compliment and the favouriting too !
Arek Rainczuk
Beautiful light, congrats on the feature!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you so much for that – I really appreciate that!
gabryshak
congrats on a well deserved feature
this is just beautifully captured, the last rays of light upon the red red rocks
stunning
♥t
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you so much for your lovely comment – this and others have put a real spring in my step today.
Hank Rodriguez
Good Golly, this is good. Great day to be at this spot, yesiree.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks very much Hank, I really appreciate that mate. It is a lovely spot too – magnificent, long, clean deserted beach with heaps of flora and fauna.
Wendi Donaldson
Oh wow!!! this is brilliant….amazing light on the rocks!!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you so much Wendi, I really appreciate you taking the time to have a good look at the image and take the time to comment!
xoxo
Nanagahma
What a gorgeous photo. So nicely done. Congrats on your feature.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you so much, I really appreciate that!
Elana Bailey
Stunning capture. Well done, Simon.
Simon Whittaker replied
Cheers Emm, much appreciated!
PatriciaLM
This is awesome Simon! colours are so beautiful…. Patricia :-)
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you Patricia, I am glad you like this image – it was a bugger to get it right.
MICKSPIXPHOTOS
This is BEAUTIFUL, mate !! Everything about it is just right; the mix of light and dark clouds with a touch of blue sky on the left balance the land mass and tree on the right, the white surf delineates the horizon line, the long exposure gives the water just enough of the satin look, and with the unconcious habit that most people have of seeing the left side at first glance, the patch of light on the right side naturally draws the eyes across the image to it.
Excellent work, my friend. Very well done.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks so much mate, I am glad you like this. I really appreciate the compliment and favouriting too!
kathy s gillen...
stunning capture
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks again Kath!!!
xoxo
funkybunch
beautiful image
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you muchly!
bonso
absolutely stunning
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it.
Maria Moro
Wow Simon ,, you’ve been a busy bee,, congratulations you’ve ventured out ,,, this is fantastic ,,, a superb postcard image,,, from portraits to landscapes , its nice to see you become so diverse,,, more power to you Simon,,,,cheers
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you so much Maria for your kind words. I was thinking of you the other whilst I visited a church, I took an image of Jesus on the cross and it reminded me of your fine work.
Tracey Mac
Simon!!!!
Such a SUPERB image, I agree, this is one of your very best!!! That sunlight on the rocks is pure magic and you have captured it to perfection…..........now I really want to come back to Coffs with my camera and shoot so bad…..........the glimmer on the shore is exquisite, I absolutely love this image, huge Kudos to you !!!!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Trace, let me know when you come back!!!! (Thanks for the fav too luv!)
Sue Kane
Just gorgeous Simon…the detail and light are wonderful!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you Sue, I really appreciate your kind words.
kathy s gillen...
congratulations on being featured in the Canon DSLR group
your hosts at Canon DSLR
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Kathy, I am going to give you that big kiss I keep promising one day!
Sharon Mau
It is very beautiful Simon!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Sharon, I really appreciate the favouriting too.
Maria Moro
LOL,,,,, no doubt that’s a compliment,, I can’t see the connection,,, Chalk & Cheese to me,, , lol,,,,, thanks Simon for putting a smile on my face,,,,cheers
Simon Whittaker replied
I think I just had a senior moment I was sure I remembered you having taken some images in a church that I liked. (Still love your work though!)
Maria Moro
LOL,,, nice save,,,
Simon Whittaker replied
I made up a saying “When you dig yourself into a hole – stop moving the shovel” – so I will.
lol. – its warm milk and nap time now I think!
Robert Armstrong
Wow! What a beautiful shot, wonderful light!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you Robert – I really appreciate that mate!
Maria Moro
Leave your teeth beside the table,,


good night pop!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Maria, I don’t suppose you know where the table with the teeth is do you? .......wait, where am I?????
Normf
Ok Ok everyone I was with Simon on this shoot and it was a difficult spot with only a short window of opportunity with the light. Simon spent time rescuing my camera and tripod from the hungry ocean and all I got was some great photos of Simon’s butt (!!!) as he was bent over framing these images. I might just post one on those to satisfy my Jealousy at Simon’s skill in capturing these magnificent images in difficult light and terrain (wouldn’t be the first time)!!!! Oh great work Simon but don’t give all the credit to your gear as you worked this opportunity perfectly!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks mate, it is remarkable how small the length of time is to get a good light in there. I went again yesterday to get a different shot as well and it really hit me how little time you have.
MountainHawk
Excellent capture! Congrats on the feature!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks so much for that, I am really stoked at the response this image has received.
Steve Chapple
Sensational capture of that splash of light, nice overall feel and again gentle sense of motion.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks alot Chappo, I really appreciate it mate.
chijude
This is work of great quality …. even a beginner can see that. !! Beautiful, inspiring … wonderful sense of the power of the sea.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you Jude, it gives me so much pleasure to think that one of my images has brought out the feelings you mention.
xoxo
Mel Brackstone
Beautiful image, Simon, love the colours, and the gorgeous sheen on the water!!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks so much Mel, I really appreciate you taking the time to have such a close look at the image and then commenting.
xoxo
Knedl
wow, i have no words…
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you so much, I really appreciate that.
Renee Dawson
This is an exquisite image Simon. Congratulations on your well deserved feature!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you so much Renee, I really appreciate your kind words.
Béla Török
Gorgeous image, Simon!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Bela, it is a beautiful place!
bill oneil
very nice Simon, love the light…and scene as well.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Bill, I am glad you like this image – I have had a crap week and its comments like this that make all the difference.
Joyce D. Z.
Very lovely image Simon! WOW!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Joyce, you’ve made my day ! I am going at work at the moment but I am going to check out your portfolio this week.
Jamie Lamb
Nicely done, great composition and nice exposure.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks a lot Jamie, glad you like it mate.
Peacefulwarrior
just beautiful, well executed. stunning in fact
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks so much, from someone of your calibre that is high praise indeed and is much appreciated.
Sharon Mau
Aloha Simon, congratulations on your wonderful feature in Dimensions
Simon Whittaker replied
Mahalo Sharon!
terezadelpilar
CONGRATULATIONS!!
Simon Whittaker replied
Wow – thank you so much – I am truely honoured!
29Breizh33
Gorgeous shot, I love the light. Congratulations.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you so much, I really appreciate that!
arvyart
Awesome! Excellent shot Simon! Fantastic! Congrats on your features.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you very much. I am glad you like this and am so pleased to be featured.
PatriciaLM
This is awesome Simon!!!Love the comp and the colours… CONGRATULATIONS
Patricia :-)
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you very much Patricia, I really appreciate your kind compliment.
ceejaycee
Why wait till tomorrow, the sbtle colours in the sky and sea have been really well captured here.
Simon Whittaker replied
Ha ha ha, thanks for that. I actually had to tone down the colours due to the grad ND and natural colour of the rocks!
Himiona Grace
perfection.
Simon Whittaker replied
Ka pai e hoa. I really appreciate that.
kilmann
Fantastic light, colours and timing.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks so much, I really appreciate the comment and favouriting too. I am hoping to get back up there again soon to get some different scenery.
Vanessa Pike-R...
Congratulations! Your photo has been featured in the New South Wales group and will appear on the front page for a week
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks so much Vanessa, I can’t tell you how much I appreciate it!
Justine Devereux
Yep!! one of your best mate! (although your portraits are hard to beat…) This is an amazing piece of art, i would love it hanging on my wall!!
:)
Simon Whittaker replied
Oh jeeeez, thanks Justine, I really appreciate that. I am hoping to get up there again soon when our weather clears up.
Angie Bailey
Gorgeous work Simon:) Love the colours in this one…
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks again Angie, I really appreciate that.
ayham Salameh
Great shot. this is great. well done.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks so much, I really appreciate the favouriting too.
Jim DeMore
Simon, Beautiful setting, beautiful work. Loving the way you have combined the hard rough feel of the rocks with the soft feel of the water around them.
jimd
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks mate! I really appreciate that. How is summer treating you guys?
Jim DeMore
Simon, Great summer (spring still) but been on vacation already and was great. Will write a e-mail soon. Going to work!
jimd
Simon Whittaker replied
No worries mate, have a good one!
Lisawv
Beautiful image and excellent work.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks so much Lisa, I really do appreciate it. Sorry for the late reply.
Marcel Engels
atmospheric and dramatic stuff. very impressive work :-)
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks very much Marcel, I really appreciate your feedback – I am just sorry it has taken so long to reply.
Maria Murphy
JUST STUNNING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you Maria, I really appreciate that.
Barbara Brown
A lovely image!!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you very much Barbara, I really appreciate that.
Paul Vanzella
incredibly idyllic – it’s the silver tones I am drawn to! Amazing!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Paul, it is a funny little place this, the light seems to be available for such a short period of time. I left here a few times dissapointed having not been pleased with the results.
Jared D White
This is gorgeous! Excellent work
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks for that Jared, I really appreciate that.
David Hibberd
You have captured this scene magnificantly. Very well Done.
Davo
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks again mate, I really appreciate your kind words.
Alessandro Pinto
excellent scene.. and a awesome photograph !
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Alessandro, its nice to see what you look like too!
Jason Connolly
This shot is ACE, well done Simon..
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks mate, I really appreciate that. Your landscapes really kick arse.
Brendan Schoon
Fantastic shot, excellent lighting and the exposure is perfect! Very well done.
Brendan
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Brendan, I really appreciate that mate. I am really starting to love this landscape caper!
Jigsawman
Awesome
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you sir, I really appreciate the compliment and favouriting.
Nick Hunt
wow, fantastic work, well done with the effort you’ve gone to to produce this.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Nick, I really appreciate that mate!
Anthony Hedger
this is stunning Simon wow!
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Anthony, much appreciated.
GailD
Magic shot. Well done.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you very kindly!
fauselr
great shot
Simon Whittaker replied
Thank you very much!
Elysia Ranking
This image is absolutely stunning, its magical! Well done.
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks again Elysia, I really appreciate the kind words and the fav mwah!
Elysia Ranking
When I have enough money (could be billions of years from now as im poor at the mo :P) Im buying this pic!
Simon Whittaker replied
No worries, it would be my pleasure.
martin appleby
Absolutely fantastic capture simon, Well done
Simon Whittaker replied
Thanks Martin, I really appreciate your kind words.
aussiedi 25 days ago
A fantastic capture.lighting is great.. great angle and colour.
Di
Simon Whittaker replied 25 days ago
Thanks very much Di, very kind words :-)
Chris pitts 20 days ago
nice simon nice! im yet to get my ultimate red rock shot….i think you already have yours!know what you mean about the range in highlights and darkness
Simon Whittaker replied 20 days ago
Thanks Chris, I’d really like to go back there and have another look. I took this in the middle of winter so it would be interesting to see if the change in seasons does much to it.
Son Truong 20 days ago
Greate shot in difficult conditions Simon.
Sunight on the rocks behind give it that extra bit of warmth.
Simon Whittaker replied 20 days ago
Thank you very much for your kind words :-)
John Hooton 20 days ago
You have made this look like the sort of beach one would want to get washed up on!
Simon Whittaker replied 20 days ago
Thanks so much john, it is a lovely, secluded beach not far from us. Tragically, it has lethal currents in it that have claimed a number of lives over the years. Hows life?
Adrian Paul 5 days ago
I love this shot, Simon. Well done mate!
Simon Whittaker replied 5 days ago
Thanks very much Adrian – I really appreciate your kind words.