Gold Rush by Bhaskar Dutta

Friday, 31st October 2008

Gold Rush

by Bhaskar Dutta

This photo was captured at sunset on board a flight somewhere over western India. The reflection of golden rays of sun from behind the clouds to the river below created a visual drama.

Equipment: Canon PowerShot S3 IS

Bhaskar Dutta

I am an amateur photographer. Biotechnologist by profession managing Intellectual Property in a biotech company in Bangalore, India

33 Comments

Katherine Lee Strassburg Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 3:18 am
Absolutely amazing! From the ground, you probably could have taken a lovely sunset/cloud/water reflection photo. By having a totally new perspective, you have taken us into an entirely new world. I love it! Thanks for sharing such a remarkable moment.
Chris Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 5:35 am
UNBELIEVABLE.

This has got be one of my favorites of all. I love the reflection on the water. The rays from the sun and speckles of light that make the backdrop glitter. The whole image is alive. It takes me forward.

BEAUTIFUL
John Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 6:12 am
This must be the best photo ever shot out of an airplane window.
Rajib Singha Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 8:08 am
Sheer drama! Love your picture.
Pauline Jones Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 9:23 am
This is a once in a lifetime shot and you got it; well done.
Keith C Towers Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 9:47 am
This has to be one of the best shots I have seen on this site in a long while. The fact that it was taken with a humble Canon S3 IS Powershot makes it even more exciting. It goes to prove how good digital cameras have become and why we don’t always need a hefty DSLR to get the shot.
Alex Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 10:00 am
Totally agree with Keith. Great pictures don’t depend on expensive equipment but on the eye and creativity of the photographer! This is a truly unique and fantastic capture. I would like to call it: Path to One.
Mike Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 10:27 am
Really great shot, especially from a plane!
Paulette Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 12:36 pm
Wow! This photo is spectacular!
Pradyoth Kumar Chakraborty Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 12:46 pm
A very amazing photograph. Iwill expect some more candid photographs from Shri Dutta.
Pradyoth Kumar Chakraborty
Kirk Jordan Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 1:48 pm
It is amazing how many Earth Shots showcase the interface of land and water, however you have given us a view like few others.
Indrani Ojha Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 1:57 pm
Amazing!! It’s a creation of the nature captured by a human, who has imaginations, passions and skills to freeze the moment for us. Thanks a lot.
Prazwol Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 2:41 pm
Amazing! great shot.river looks like stairway to heaven.thumps up Bhaskar.
Marie Dunphy Harding Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 2:47 pm
A dramatic picture. I love it!
Malta Photography Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 3:34 pm
Great shot considering the conditions. Very good colors and clarity too.
Renee Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 4:19 pm
Great title, great shot, great job!
dan Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 5:06 pm
amazing shot.
Charlena Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 5:44 pm
BREATHTAKING
Gerry Pacher Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 5:51 pm
Ahh – what a wonderful view !

You did a great job.

Regards, Gerry
Varanasi Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 6:05 pm
Stunning! Before I even read it was from India, I immediately thought of the Holy Ganges River leading up to the Himalayans. Thank you for sharing
Pam Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 7:18 pm
One of the most striking and beautiful photos I’ve ever seen.
Sue Gagnon Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 7:32 pm
Wow, just ANOTHER spectacular, brilliant image for all of US to enjoy! I am ALWAYS literally flabbergasted at the QUALITY that is generated by this website! YAY!!!
deljojo Says:
October 31st, 2008 at 9:53 pm
Amazing.
Douglas Says:
November 1st, 2008 at 1:00 am
Man alive.. . this image explodes like a terrestrial lightning bolt! Glory to God and thanks for sharing such a remarkable photograph!
Anurag Says:
November 1st, 2008 at 8:14 am
Spectacular shot indeed.
You were vitness to a spectacular scene and you literally seized the moment.
Gaurav Says:
November 4th, 2008 at 1:08 pm
greatests pic I have ever seen.
Its my first comment here. Is it possible to get the shots here in a bit larger size.
Lakshmi Says:
November 9th, 2008 at 9:35 am
This has to be one of the very best I have seen in recent times. Gorgeous light and I love how you have all the elements in the picture.

You must be very lucky to have seen this and I’m indeed happy that you have shared it with us!
Mimsha Says:
November 16th, 2008 at 2:40 pm
Splendid…
Ellie Says:
November 18th, 2008 at 2:19 am
WOW, God has a beautiful view!
mike Says:
September 29th, 2009 at 7:37 pm
What a sky. Amazing.
Renee Says:
October 30th, 2009 at 2:34 pm
Simply amazing! congrats!
Su Says:
October 31st, 2009 at 10:26 am
This one makes you look and look again, congrats.
Joanne Bradley Says:
February 12th, 2010 at 12:39 am
What a gorgeous shot! Aerial views are always interesting but this one is spectacular!