February 19, 2010

Big cloud, small sailboat

Watching a most unusual sunset on Manila Bay. The orange color seems to be blocked by the big cloud and the rest of the sky remained blue even after the sun had completely set. I loved that the sailboat crossed the bay while I was taking photos, and I waited for it to get to the exact position—just so.

sunset with big cloud and small sailboat in Manila Bay


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50 comments:

  1. Chattahoochee Valley DailyFebruary 19, 2010 at 7:28 AM

    To use the vernacular of California surfers...sweeeet!

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  2. James MarkFebruary 19, 2010 at 7:38 AM

    Patience pays off! Very striking.

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  3. Don and KriseFebruary 19, 2010 at 7:39 AM

    Absolutely perfect Hilda. Love that beam of reflecting light on the water. Gosh this is nice!

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  4. JudyFebruary 19, 2010 at 7:49 AM

    Wow!!! I am so glad you waited for the sailboat, and that it crossed while the sun was still blazing!

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  5. LoracFebruary 19, 2010 at 8:28 AM

    Perfect setting and very nice of that sailboat to centre itself for you. It made a great pic!

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  6. GeorgeFebruary 19, 2010 at 8:29 AM

    You captured this sunset perfectly and the position of the sailboat is just right. This is a magnificent photo.

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  7. Photo CacheFebruary 19, 2010 at 8:45 AM

    Sometimes, you get the shot you wanted or imagined. What a pretty postcard shot.

    www.ewok1993.wordpress.com

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  8. Regina February 19, 2010 at 8:45 AM

    Manila Bay's finest!
    Awesome capture Hilda.
    Enjoy the weekend.
    "SkyWatch"

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  9. Kim, USAFebruary 19, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    I love it too. I think Manila bay is the place where to get the best shot of sunset. Happy weekend!

    SkyWatch-HalfMoon

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  10. LowellFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:07 AM

    Good job, Hilda! It doesn't get any better than this!

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  11. JimFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:23 AM

    Quite a good shot.
    Sydney - City and Suburbs

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  12. ChinFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:23 AM

    WOW!!! so cool.

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:38 AM

    Now, they've got the right idea... how romantic is that?! Glorious capture!

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:41 AM

    This kept me awake at close to 03.45 in the morning. Thank you for sharing this beautiful image.

    A wonderful Friday for you.

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  15. Verna LugaFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:56 AM

    Perfect .... ! the great Manila bay sunset ... Happy weekend Hilds.

    Anything Davao

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  16. AlFebruary 19, 2010 at 10:11 AM

    Yep perfect! I believe that Manila Bay sunset is the most photographed view in Manila, agree?

    AL

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  17. EbieFebruary 19, 2010 at 10:43 AM

    Great composition! The grays and the golds are perfect! Sunset in Manila Bay is always stunning!

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  18. JamesFebruary 19, 2010 at 10:55 AM

    Outstanding shot Hilda! It's just perfect.

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  19. Louis la VacheFebruary 19, 2010 at 11:21 AM

    What a beautiful image, Hilda!

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  20. Keith WFebruary 19, 2010 at 11:59 AM

    Nice picture! Looks like some folks are having a wonderful sail on Manila Bay!

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  21. VickiFebruary 19, 2010 at 1:11 PM

    Picture postcard picturesque. Beautiful!

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  22. Unseen RajasthanFebruary 19, 2010 at 1:43 PM

    Simply beautiful and nice !! Great

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  23. JapaFebruary 19, 2010 at 1:51 PM

    The famous Manila bay sunset captured with all its grand beauty here. Splendid.

    Thanks for dropping by and have a great weekend.

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  24. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2010 at 3:09 PM

    A very peaceful mood and great light. Patience paid off. Congratulations.

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  25. Müge TekilFebruary 19, 2010 at 4:38 PM

    Peace before the storm ... Very nice shot!

    http://www.-la-douceur-de-vivre.com

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  26. BenitaFebruary 19, 2010 at 5:12 PM

    Wonderful!

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  27. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪February 19, 2010 at 5:19 PM

    Did you say," Hey wait for me don't sail away?" LOL

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  28. maricarFebruary 19, 2010 at 5:24 PM

    beautiful capture of the Manila Bay sun set Hilda, so serene...

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  29. Cezar and LéiaFebruary 19, 2010 at 5:32 PM

    Dear Hilda, it's a magnificent sky, well done!
    Léia :)

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  30. DinaFebruary 19, 2010 at 6:54 PM

    Gasp! The perfect picture, the right moment, the good feeling.

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  31. pennyFebruary 19, 2010 at 7:53 PM

    Thanks for the gorgeous peace and tranquility, Hilda... its a lovely scene.

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  32. Secret Mom ThoughtsFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:19 PM

    Beautiful sunset. Love the orange on the water.

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  33. Leif HagenFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:22 PM

    Great skywatch sunset Hilda the CDP comment Goddess! All the best for a fun weekend

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  34. Jom ManilatFebruary 19, 2010 at 9:23 PM

    So beautiful sunset! I´d like to bee there!

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  35. HalcyonFebruary 19, 2010 at 10:38 PM

    This is gorgeous! You should have signed up to be the skywatch host with this photo. It's excellent.

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  36. JTG (Misalyn)February 19, 2010 at 10:43 PM

    Fantastic shot!Pang post card :)

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  37. dianasfaria.comFebruary 19, 2010 at 11:32 PM

    Well done Hilda! Love this sky.
    This was fun to enlarge too.

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  38. LoisFebruary 19, 2010 at 11:56 PM

    Wow Hilda--this is a stunning shot! You did a great job. Thanks for sharing!

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  39. KaoriFebruary 20, 2010 at 12:45 AM

    Good hunting, Hilda! The picture is perfect with the boat right there. Beautiful :)

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  40. syelFebruary 20, 2010 at 1:01 AM

    still haven't got the chance to have a classic Manila Bay sunset photo. this is gorgeous! :)

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  41. Lina GustinaFebruary 20, 2010 at 1:27 AM

    Great shot :)
    Stunning...

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  42. Ramosforest.EnvironmentFebruary 20, 2010 at 2:22 AM

    Great shot and colours.
    Luiz Ramos

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  43. KimFebruary 20, 2010 at 8:53 AM

    Wow, wow, wow! Perfectamente y que linda (I always start speaking in Spanish when I get excited :-) ). Now I will be humming an old song my grandparents used to play, Red Sails in the Sunset. Good earworm!
    -Kim

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  44. miaFebruary 20, 2010 at 11:35 AM

    I would love to be in that sailboat sailing into the sunset. Haha! Great shot!

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  45. KarineFebruary 20, 2010 at 12:49 PM

    This is a lovely, peaceful photo, although I hope that boat made it to shore before those clouds caught up with it!

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  46. travellerFebruary 20, 2010 at 3:13 PM

    Galing-galing

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  47. MurciaDailyPhotoFebruary 21, 2010 at 7:22 AM

    I think this photo is hard to beat: a masterpiece

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  48. ReeFebruary 22, 2010 at 10:52 AM

    Beautiful shot, beautiful color.

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  49. Lio PopovMarch 5, 2010 at 11:49 PM

    Wonderful shot. You "ulowila" the moment. Excellent!

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  50. ZabApril 7, 2015 at 9:41 AM

    Awesome scenery. This is the same reason why I want to have a sail boat. I already found a sailboat for sale but I don't have yet the enough funds. I hope I can get this asap. Thanks for sharing!

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