Photographer's Note
I know it is the most classic view of Victoria or Australia. But I was there, thanks to Andrew, Klaudio and Santo! I have already posted the view of the other side.
How many Apostles? The process is dynamical, old stacks crush but then new ones are created. I suppose, eight of them at the moment.
After Wiki:
The apostles were formed by erosion: the harsh weather conditions from the Southern Ocean gradually eroded the soft limestone to form caves in the cliffs, which then became arches, which in turn collapsed; leaving rock stacks up to 45 metres high. The site was known as the Sow and Piglets until 1922 (Muttonbird Island, near Loch Ard Gorge, was the Sow, and the smaller rock stacks were the Piglets); after which it was renamed to The Apostles for tourism purposes. The formation eventually became known as the Twelve Apostles, despite only ever having nine stacks.
The stacks are susceptible to further erosion from the waves. On 3 July 2005, a 50 metre tall stack collapsed, leaving eight remaining. . On 25 September 2009, it was thought that another of the stacks fell, but this was actually one of the smaller stacks of the Three Sisters formation. The rate of erosion at the base of the limestone pillars is approximately 2 cm per year. Due to wave action eroding the cliff face existing headlands are expected to become new limestone stacks in the future.
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Romano46
(18472) 2013-06-15 1:51
Ciao Malgo
davanti a simili spettacoli della natura non si puς che restare senza parole e immagino anche il tuo stato d'animo nel vederlo di persona e dell'emozione provata nel fotografarlo.
Inoltre lo hai colto in un bel momento con una luce drammatica che ne ha esaltato l'imponenza sia delle rocce che della forza dell'oceano capace a poco a poco di sbriciolarle con la sua immane forza.
Complimenti!
Ciao e buon fine settimana
Romano
howladersourav
(341) 2013-06-15 1:58
Hi Malgorzata
It is spectacular. I like your point of view. You have also got good cloud as background.
Thank you very much for sharing.
Let us share our world to each other.
regards
sourav
daddo
(28748) 2013-06-15 2:22
Great shot Malgo, considering how bright the light was as we faced the sun. Excellent retention of details in the shadows. Nice colours too. Pozdrav. Klaudio.
subhendu_bagchi
(26091) 2013-06-15 4:40
wow Malgo, a beautiful place it is. You have chosen a nice POV show the seascape... Love the rock-ending of the lands in sea, like the giant pieces of rocks standing alone into the sea. Light is superb and endless depth... Nice shot indeed. Tfs.
Best wishes.
Subhendu
timecapturer
(49288) 2013-06-15 4:41
Hi Malgo
a sight that it must be so amazing to see first hand. Your shot captures the magnificence of this place superbly though. Glorious light and shadows that captivate the majesty and beauty of this wonderful place. Stunning!
Enjoy your weekend - Brian.
cornejo
(61504) 2013-06-15 4:58
Witaj Malgo, interesting and beautiful sight of these beautiful cliffs, very well captured with good perspective in this photograph very good and nice. An interesting picture with good sharpness, depth and quality. A nice, good job perfectly done, congratulations my friend. Thanks for sharing this interesting work.
Good afternoon and happy Sunday.
Best regards from southern Spain.
Angel.
Sergiom
(117241) 2013-06-15 5:59
Ciao Malgorzata,
La cτte australienne est magnifique.Ici la lumiθre en diagonale lui rend hommage et fait bien ressortir les dιtails. On sent le cτtι salin du vent.
Bon samedi
Serge
siudzi
(34141) 2013-06-15 9:16
Małgosia,
Zazdroszczę Ci tej fantastycznej podrσży do Australii:) Z wielka przyjemnością podziwiam Twoje posty, ktσre zachwycają za każdym razem. Być może jest to klasyczny POV, ale być może najlepszy i dlatego tak bardzo wszystkim się podoba! Piękna praca.
Pozdrowienia,
Gosia
AdrianWrobel
(1676) 2013-06-15 9:17
Heil, Mistrzowskie widoki, ¶wietne kolory i forma ska³. Ogσlnie ciekawe spojrzenie. Pozdrawiam - Adrian
marabu61
(11587) 2013-06-15 10:10
Witaj Malgo
It may be a classical, but still what a view, it must be awe inspiring to stand there on top of these cliffs and looking down to the wild sea and the apostles. Great light and very pleasant sky where in favour for you too.
have a good weekend
Daniel
macjake
(98260) 2013-06-15 10:44
Hi Malgo
even in this bright harsh light its attractive.
and even with our without the apostles, the long cliff view with the ocean is beautiful.
As you pointed out, this is a must when traveling to Oz.
love the sand and white water in the lower portions.
lucky you!
cheers
craig
Silvio1953
(220465) 2013-06-15 10:55
Ciao Malgorzata, great view of fantastic cliffs and amazing natural monuments, splendid light and wonderful colors, very well done, my friend, have a good week end, ciao Silvio
holmertz
(101890) 2013-06-15 11:02
Hello Malgorzata,
I knew you wouldn't resist this famous place. And who would? This is indeed a magnificent view. It has been captured by thousands of photographers, but the light will always be a bit different, the waves will come in slightly different shapes, and as you describe it the number of apostles may change from time to time. I appreciate very much the composition and light management of this.
Kind regards,
Gert
jjcordier
(79299) 2013-06-15 22:59
Malgorzata
Trθs bonne photo de cette cτte rendue encore plus spectaculaire par la lumiθre spιciale de l'instant.
Amicalement
JJ
ikeharel
(112393) 2013-06-16 0:37
Hello malgo,
You made it to this location on the precise time when the light was in favor: The shadows just clearing the main subject, the rocks.
Nice long view, calm sea's and some clouds to fill the sky space on picture.
Great place, nicely rendered it's beautiful formation.
Ike
ktanska
(44438) 2013-06-16 1:57
Hi Malgorzata,
Beautiful view of this magnificient place. Backlight looks surprisingle good as it reflects from foaming water. It was interesting to compare this one with my shot from 2009 to see if work of erosion was visible. But no, I really can's say so.
Kari
HimalAnda
(10671) 2013-06-16 7:46
Hello Malgorzata,
One of the most famous places in Australia, but always a pleasure to see a (nice) picture of the Apostles!
The composition is quite classical, but the light and the colors are beautiful.
Stιphane
serp2000
(47063) 2013-06-16 10:26
Hi, Malgorzata,
Superb! Wonderful landscape! I have never seen such something such... Did you used a tripod there? Perfect quality! TFS!
Sincerely yours,
Mr. Itchy feet.)
janraiski
(558) 2013-06-16 10:56
Hello Malgorzata,
fantastic place and fantastic photo, no need of words.
Jan
ACL1978
(7511) 2013-06-16 13:14
Hi Malgo - I apologize for missing so many of your recent shots! I don't have as much time for TE these days... maybe when summer vacation starts!
This shot has a perfect atmosphere - bright, sunny, hazy. A really clear and beautiful day along the ocean, and these cliffs and rocks look incredible. This is a real 'forever' shot, where it looks like it might stretch off into eternity. Beautiful!
Andrew
Angshu
(56760) 2013-06-16 23:04
Dear Malgo
The iconic natural structures of Australia! The sun was strong on the right with the frame divided between the sea and the steep cliff on the right. The clouds are good in the sky
Best Regards
Angshu
npecanhuk
(79329) 2013-06-17 18:32
Hi Malgo!
Magnificent natural spot!
Very beautiful and attractive picture!
Sharpness, exposure, colors, horizontal format, chosen pov and composition really pleased me!
TFS - congrats,
Cheers,
Neyvan
jcpix
(14030) 2013-06-17 19:01
Hi Malgo,
Classic? Indeed! Timeless? Sure!....and it looks great no matter how many times it's been seen. It's hard to wrong when Mother Nature provides a canvas like this, and you've done it proud in displaying its grandeur. It really is a natural beauty, and despite what looks to have been some difficult light coming your way, you've managed a rich and detailed capture of this magnificent perspective. :) Thanks for sharing the viewpoint. Have a great week.
Best wishes from the U.S.,
Jason
elenimavrandoni
(0) 2013-08-12 21:15
Malgo, here I am again following you around to see where in the world you are this time..it must nice in Australia, I have never been there...what a spectacular seascape, great colors and it has to be a great feeling to look at this from a height..a marvelous and very panoramic image!
my compliments to your work and all the best to you
eleni
Photo Information
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Copyright: Malgorzata Kopczynska (emka)
(157280)
- Genre: Τοποθεσίες
- Medium: Έγχρωμο
- Date Taken: 2013-05-01
- Categories: Φύση
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- Έκδοση φωτογραφίας: Πρωτότυπη έκδοση
- Date Submitted: 2013-06-15 1:23