Usually a fog, haze or even smog obscures the view of Mount Baker, Washington, from way over here in Sidney, British Columbia. But on a clear day, it looks massive.
I made this image about an hour and a half after my orca shot. I love how the sunset makes the snow look slightly pink.
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Because I was on my boat, and there were some waves, I needed a fast shutter speed. I made this image at 1/800th of a second.
To get that fast shutter speed in relatively low light, I had to pump up the ISO to 1250, which causes a bit of noise, but nothing Lightroom can’t handle.
I would rather have a bit of noise in my image from a high ISO than have a blurry image from a shutter speed that is not fast enough.
Beautiful shot!
I love that muted tones look, especially those blues.
Thank you very much Devlin, much appreciated!
I was on Orcas Island not too long ago when it was a very bright day. Not helpful when I want a good photo. I love this shot, very PNW.
Hi Sherry, I agree, bright days are the most difficult for photography. A polarizing filter comes in handy, but it’s usually better to wait until the edges of the day. Thanks for your comments.
Wonderful shot and beautifully composed. Love the light and glow on the mountain.
Its been long pending visit to Mt Baker..hopefully next summer 🙂
Hi Anupama, I have never actually been to Mount Baker. I would love to go sometime, I am always appreciating it from afar. Thank you very much for your visit and comments.
Anne, I love the lighting and especially the foreground that you chose for this image.
Thank you very much Chris, I appreciate that!
Very nice!!
Thank you very much Ken!
I like it; voting the best landscape of the year.
It makes you want to be there..
Best landscape of the year ???? Well thanks for that Kaz 🙂
Breathtaking! I wish that I could Mary Poppins my way magically into your photo!
Thanks again Mary, that Mary Poppins thing would be convenient wouldn’t it 🙂
I love the contrast between those subtle tones on Mt Baker and the dark brooding shore line and that lonely tree. Makes for a really strong composition, Anne.
Thank you very much Andy, that’s a wonderful compliment 🙂
Absolutely love looking at your photos…we too are full time travelers for the past 10 years and we love writing about our travels and taking photos.
What camera do you use…your photos are so crisp!
Hi Kimberly, great to meet a fellow traveller! 10 years, wow! I’ll check out your website. About the camera, I am currently using a Canon 7D. Thanks for stopping by.