Geothermal Night
by orvaratli

Comment by StOlafPhotographer:
Iceland? Love the big dpper, how did you get just those stars, I'll be back to see your methods!

Geothermal Night
by orvaratli

Comment by dafletchr:
Colors, processing and comp really make this!

Geothermal Night
by orvaratli

Comment by laurie241:
beautiful shot - the sky looks amazing

Geothermal Night
by orvaratli

Comment by Shadowfax23:
awesome capture - love the big dipper!

Geothermal Night
by orvaratli

Comment by Connor:
nice shot, love the stars in the sky, nice one

Geothermal Night
by orvaratli

Comment by Melethia:
Great shot of the Big Dipper.

Geothermal Night
by orvaratli

Comment by bmartuch:
Great job. Nice big dipper.

Geothermal Night
by orvaratli

Comment by Dr.Confuser:
Feels brutally cold. Nice catch of the big dipper. Nice job.

Night Watch
by orvaratli

Comment by jeger:
Greetings from the critique club...

First of all, let me say, "wow", this photo is georgeous. I was not able to vote for this challenge, but I probably would have given you a 7. The sky is georgeous, the composition is great; you've framed the trees well. I love the soft pine needles and how they silhouette against the colourfull background.

You finished with a very good score, but I think it finished a little lower than I'd like because it is subtle. It appears you have fill flashed the grass, and this is probably the 4th thing I notice in the photograph (sky, moon and trees are more dominant). I would love to see a version where the flash created a rim light on the trees (from the side). It's hard to say without comparing the two versions side by side which one would be better.

If you need any clarification on any of my comments, please feel free to pm me. It might take some time for me to get back to you.

Night Watch
by orvaratli

Comment by Physics_Guru:
A little more light on the trees would really help this. The color in of the sky in the background is absolutely beautiful.