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Almost There by Kevin McNeal

Almost There by Kevin  McNeal

Monday, 18th May 2009

Almost There
by Kevin McNeal
This was an image from another trip to Death Valley. I spotted this couple at the bottom of the dunes and I guess they caught my attention because she was really having a hard time making it up. The husband kept encouraging her and finally she made it to the top as he lend a hand out to pull her to the top. But what really caught my eye on this was the sun just over the horizon hitting the top of the dune and putting the couple in the spotlight. The spotlight hitting the couple really makes a huge shadow behind the couple adding to the play of light. This was first thing in the morning and I saw this spot from the road and made a mad dash to make it here for sunrise.
Equipment: Canon 5D 17-40L
Kevin McNeal
Kevin McNeal is a Washington St. photographer focusing on grand colorful landscapes that reflect the most unique places on earth. Capturing moments of magic light and transferring this on print, images behold a combination of perseverance, patience, and dedication to capture the images in ways unseen before. The stories of how these images are rendered come across in the feelings the images convey. Traveling all over North America with his wife by his side, shooting diverse landscapes and finding remote places to bring the message to the public that this Earth is worth saving.
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26 Comments

  1. Jim Atkin Says:

    Kevin McNeal you do GREAT work and you are a gifted photographer. This one is superb. What an eye to capture this scene.

  2. Katherine Lee Strassburg Says:

    Death Valley is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever visited. The colors, lighting, and graceful lines in this photo are absolutely perfect! I especially love the zipper effect made by the shadows on their footprints.

  3. Kirk Jordan Says:

    The story makes a splendid image that much more splendiferous!

  4. Anurag Anurag Says:

    A spectacular, stupendous stylish image!!
    Hats Off to you Kevin!

  5. su su Says:

    One of the best shots I have seen of Death Valley, wonderful Kevin, I like to read the text of the why and how you reached that point, it adds to the scene you have portrayed.

  6. Paula Heelan Paula Heelan Says:

    Can’t beat that really. Wish I could go there.

  7. Pauline Jones Pauline Jones Says:

    I love the clean lines, and of course a picture is always much more interesting when it tells a story.

  8. Ariel Ariel Says:

    What an amazing picture! LOVE the colors and curves, as well as the attention to detail.

    You got them with their hands connected, their shadows to the left, and the dune they’re standing on not going over the mountains in the background.

    Thanks for sharing the story as well. It adds yet another element of depth to the image. :)

  9. Örvar Atli Þorgeirsson Says:

    Brilliant image Kevin. Looks like every little detail in this image has been well thought of, from the small steps visible on the rigde to the sweeping forground arch the leads you through the image.

  10. wanda krack wanda krack Says:

    Wonderful, beautiful almost beyond words……light, color, lines, and human interest. Thanks for sharing and helping my spirit soar today!

  11. planet lover Says:

    Capturing moments of magic – light and human. You have certainly accomplished that and more with this photo. It’s glorious!

  12. Marie Dunphy Harding Says:

    The lighting is magical! This is one spectacular shots, Thank you.
    Did you find the couple to give them a copy?

  13. mike mike Says:

    The sand is so smooth. Looks like a lot of fun to climb those.

  14. SPAIN Says:

    a spectacular image:-)

  15. SPAIN Says:

    XD

  16. SPAIN Says:

    :-(

  17. Catrin Hinrichs Says:

    Beautiful image and story ! Keep on going !

  18. Renee Renee Says:

    Simply Stunning! :)

  19. SérgioLuísSilva Says:

    Great photo!!Excelent lines and colors!!

  20. Malta Photography Malta Photography Says:

    great shot. moody but very intriguing.

  21. kevin mcneal Says:

    I just wanted to thank everyone for the wonderful comments. I appreciate the feedback. Thanks Kevin Mcneal

  22. michael anderson michael anderson Says:

    Kevin,

    This is a KILLER shot- One of the best M&N shots I’ve seen in a long time. This has real sales potential IMO- It really captures the essence of sharing adventures with a loved one. I love everything about this one!

  23. Derek Dobbie Says:

    Lovely shot and well composed

  24. Cris Says:

    Beautiful scope!

  25. saurabh Says:

    great image..!! the shadows and the sunlight come up so nicely in this… Nice work..!!

  26. Meera Meera Says:

    Love the colors. been there couple weeks ago..and realized how far that center sand dune is to get this kind of a shot. great capture!

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