May 8, 2009

From a ferry

A rainy day sunset taken from somewhere in the middle of Manila Bay. I'm not sure, but I think the hills are those of the Bataan Peninsula, which separates Manila Bay from the South China Sea. (If someone can tell me how to take photos of sunsets without getting that red spot, I'd really appreciate it!)

sunset over the Bataan Peninsula from the middle of Manila Bay

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32 comments:

  1. OlivierMay 8, 2009 at 8:23 PM

    un ciel tout en or, c'est magique....
    a golden sky, it is magical....

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  2. Daily Chicago PhotoMay 8, 2009 at 8:33 PM

    This is a very lovely photo. The sun makes the water look like melted gold. So cool.

    Thanks for visiting my blog - yes that is half of the Wabash Avenue Bridge that is raised up in the air in the Thursday (5/7) picture. Bridges over the Chicago River are all draw or lift bridges.

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  3. pennyMay 8, 2009 at 8:43 PM

    That is a spectacular sunset photo, Hilda. I didn't notice the faint red until you mentioned it, shhh :)

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  4. LowellMay 8, 2009 at 9:17 PM

    Superb job, Hilda!

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  5. Secret Mom ThoughtsMay 8, 2009 at 9:27 PM

    Beautiful sky shot. Happy Skywatch Friday!

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  6. LoisMay 8, 2009 at 9:30 PM

    I would not have noticed the red spot either! This is a gorgeous picture Hilda. I really like the way the light is shining on the water!

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  7. HalcyonMay 8, 2009 at 9:30 PM

    I don't know how to get rid of the red spot - but the photo is beautiful anyway. The sky has a magnificent color.

    Happy Friday!!!

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  8. KaoriMay 8, 2009 at 9:48 PM

    Wow, a golden sunset! How beautiful!

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  9. JamesMay 8, 2009 at 10:10 PM

    Hilda, That is so beautiful. I don't picture most ferry rides as being romantic but with a sunset like that, wow.

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  10. AnonymousMay 8, 2009 at 10:38 PM

    You always have nice photographs, Hilda. This one is no exception. It is very nice too.

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  11. VPMay 8, 2009 at 10:50 PM

    Lovely golden sunset.

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  12. BradMay 8, 2009 at 11:37 PM

    This is still a lovely sunset.

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  13. JudyMay 9, 2009 at 12:10 AM

    Gorgeous photo! I have better luck when I take the filter off the lens when doing a sunset. Don't know if you use filters or not though. But that little bit of flare doesn't hurt that photo a bit.

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  14. Cezar and LéiaMay 9, 2009 at 12:52 AM

    Dear Hilda!
    This picture is outstanding!
    Many thanks for sharing
    Have a nice weekend in your beautiful Manila!
    God bless you
    Léia :-)

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  15. Ken MacMay 9, 2009 at 1:12 AM

    that almost looks like a live shot! I swear, it's moving..

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  16. Lisa WilsonMay 9, 2009 at 1:34 AM

    Very pretty! I had to look for the red spot. I didn't notice it.

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  17. crocrodylMay 9, 2009 at 3:41 AM

    It's a superb photo. What a stunning view! Thanks for sharing! Great!

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  18. GennasusMay 9, 2009 at 4:11 AM

    Wonderful sunset.

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  19. Debbie Courson SmithMay 9, 2009 at 6:05 AM

    I always count the red spot as "success" - in my photo book, it means I got the shot right :)

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  20. TaraMay 9, 2009 at 7:32 AM

    That's a perfect shot, never mind the red spot Hilda, hehehe..I love the golden sunset here.

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  21. Clueless in BostonMay 9, 2009 at 10:53 AM

    Beautiful sunset.

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  22. Don and KriseMay 9, 2009 at 11:40 AM

    Well Hilda, I think it's unanimous. The picture is so good the red spot doesn't matter.

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  23. gogouciMay 9, 2009 at 1:49 PM

    What red spot? Have a great weekend.

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  24. LayrayskiMay 9, 2009 at 2:24 PM

    Hi hilda, I actually haven't looked at my sunset photos closely. I have to check if I also have that red spot. hihihi

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  25. GattinaMay 9, 2009 at 2:38 PM

    This golden sky is beautiful !

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  26. AvrilMay 9, 2009 at 7:45 PM

    What a beautiful golden sky and reflection! Didn't notice the red until you pointed it out.

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  27. UnknownMay 9, 2009 at 8:03 PM

    I agree, don't worry about the red spot, the shots is gorgeous anyway!

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  28. KittyMay 9, 2009 at 8:48 PM

    wonderful view! There is nothing like being on the water.

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  29. marleyMay 10, 2009 at 12:04 AM

    beautiful sunset. Love the way it high lights the water. Re the red spot, I've no idea!

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  30. MoMay 10, 2009 at 3:11 AM

    A beautiful picture. I wouldn't worry about the flare spot. But if you do want to prevent it. You need a lens hood. Here is a wikipedia blurp for info:
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lens_hood

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  31. escapeMay 11, 2009 at 12:26 PM

    beautiful! maybe a little less of contrast will help. not so sure.

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  32. bemused26May 13, 2009 at 6:06 PM

    Hi Hilda. Thanks for visiting my blog. I really like your pictures on here- am now following! I wasn't sure what you meant when talking about 'the red spot' when you commented on my blog. I don't have a lens hood on my dslr so I'm sure that is not the reason you get it (although a lens hood can't hurt I guess). I looked at several ways to avoid the red spot- here I found the most useful comments:
    http://photo.net/beginner-photography-questions-forum/00SfJB

    Point directly at the sun (i.e in centre of pic) and the flare is hidden in the image of the sun.

    Also can be removed after. There's a link to how to do that in that forum.

    Bye :)

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