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Tuesday, 22nd February 2011

I Remember the Mist of our Ancient Past

by Cedric Guilleminot

This is a very special place tucked deep in the interior of Iceland and taken at "sunset", or midnight. I spent the night here and although the area is quite barren it is photographically speaking one of tremendous reward. The subterranean activity of this thermal haven allows for wonderful long exposures as thermal mist seamlessly blends with the clouds leaving an impression of timelessness. At least that is my perception. A relic of our primeval past, this geothermal blue pool is also the future in Iceland. Iceland's remote highlands are only accessible in the summer months, preserving the surrounding nature and nurturing countless tales. Such landscapes easily transport us to an unearthly time and place, possibly an inspiration to Tolkien's Middle Earth.

Equipment: Nikon D3x, CPL, 0.45x GND, 25s at f16, 36mm

Cedric Guilleminot

Website: www.flickr.com/photos/cedric_guilleminot/

I Remember the Mist of our Ancient Past by Cedric Guilleminot was photo of the day on Tuesday, 22nd February 2011. It is tagged Blue, Geothermal, Iceland. You can leave a comment below.

25 Comments

Joyce

22nd February 2011 at 2:01 am

I can stare at this for a very long time. Lovely picture !!

Rashid Mukoon

22nd February 2011 at 8:27 am

wonderful hope that one day i’ll visit this marvellous place

art x

22nd February 2011 at 8:31 am

exceptional image. composition, light and colour contrasts are fantastic. very well done Cedric

Nico De Pasquale

22nd February 2011 at 9:00 am

awesome scenery!!

Vaishali Hingmire

22nd February 2011 at 9:18 am

nice

Neil Wilkinson

22nd February 2011 at 9:27 am

wow!!!!

Pauline Jones

22nd February 2011 at 9:49 am

What an amazing place; thanks for bringing this to us.

Paul Dass

22nd February 2011 at 10:12 am

I suppose there is no any kind of sound also at this place. it is an amazing place and your capture brings the true feeling about this place. Thank you so much for sharing such a special picture.

Andrea

22nd February 2011 at 10:33 am

A really stunning shot. Wow.

Ruben Vicente

22nd February 2011 at 12:07 pm

One of the most beautiful images I’ve ever seen!

AlfonsoPaz

22nd February 2011 at 12:13 pm

Science Fiction. Amazing Photography. The description is a true delight. Thanks for sharing.

Rajib Singha

22nd February 2011 at 12:29 pm

This is a gem of as shot Cedric!

Lisa

22nd February 2011 at 2:23 pm

Cedric – what a amazing moment to not only have seen this in person but to have been able to capture it as well, so well! Gorgeous! Thank you for sharing it!

Mario Gustavo Fiorucci

22nd February 2011 at 4:08 pm

Amazing, fantastic, perhaps one of the best photos I’ve seen on this site. Congratulations.-

Regards.- Mario

Richard Dart

22nd February 2011 at 4:17 pm

Tolkienesque, other worldly–you are certainly right. Or…a satellite view of ??? Magical.

Mira Louise

22nd February 2011 at 5:37 pm

THAT IS JUST AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!! And the scenery is just beautiful!!!!!

Kimberly

22nd February 2011 at 5:43 pm

Wonderful shot! Thank you for sharing. I’ve seen so many photos of Iceland, that I really want to visit there someday. I love the colors and the tranquil feeling when I look at it.

Al Dixon

22nd February 2011 at 8:56 pm

Stunning image. I could sit and stare at this for hours, and feel nothing but tranquility washing over me. Phenominal…

Marie Dunphy Harding

22nd February 2011 at 11:55 pm

Thank you Cedric, for sharing this amazing image.

Helen

23rd February 2011 at 9:49 am

Cedric, What an absolutely stunning picture, i am enthralled by it and keep bringing it just for another look, I just feel drawn to it.

Cedric Guilleminot

23rd February 2011 at 10:05 pm

Thank you all for your kind words. It was a wonderful experience of a very special place. That night was definitely one of my better moments in photography.