The Himalayan Glory, a photo from Sikkim, Northeast

Photographer's Note

This is a shot of the Himalayan ranges as seen from Pelling, Sikkim. The peak to the right is Mt Kabru south (7318m or 24000ft) and the peak to the left is Mt. Rathong (6679m or 22000ft). I took this right at the crack of dawn, hope you'll like it.
I want to thank my dear friend Sagarneel for helping me identify these peaks.

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isabela_sor (47748) 2008-04-25 6:28 [Comment]

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aadilj (18102) 2008-04-25 6:30

Hi Shaeri, very well done and composed with good sharpness.The scene is beautiful. Lovely balance and approach.

chpp (4283) 2008-04-25 7:16

Hi Shaeri
very interesting to see the mountains in B&W.
good light balance and good sharpness
very nice composition and framing
cheers
c

pboehringer (770) 2008-04-25 7:35

Shaeri,
I love mountains and I particularly love the himalayan mountains since I got the opportunity to trek in the Khumbu region several years ago. Your image is the essence of my experience. Great composition with the dark portions in the bottom and the fog creeping in with partial obstruction of the main attraction but surely not enough to ruin the view. Quite the contrary, enough to enhance the impression!
Peter

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JorgeCK (2620) 2008-04-25 9:17

Hi Shaeri,
Splendid shot of this incredible mountains. Spectacular composition. I like the B&W selection. Excellent sharpness and wonderful light.
Bravo amigo!!
have a great weekend
joRge

Gustaw (21670) 2008-04-25 10:38

Hi, my friend!
I see very interesting view from India. Beautiful mountains. Goos composition and good idea. Good frame.
Marek

xavshot (69835) 2008-04-25 10:54

Bonsoir Shaeri
très belle conversion n&b qui permet de bien faire ressortir ce relief. Une très belle photo et un bon choix du format.
Xavier

Bluejeans (64251) 2008-04-25 15:13

Ola Shaeri ,
Muito bonita esta versão dos Himalayan a preto e branco é um magnifico lugar gostei muito do contraste entre os lugares iluminados e os escuros , parabéns!!
Um abraço Gonçalo

Dyerco (10185) 2008-04-25 20:00

Hi Shaeri
I really like this B&W version of the two peaks. You have a good range of tones from black to white as the exposure was well handled. Nicely done indeed.
Phil

kleeross (159) 2008-04-25 21:22

Very impressive photo. Great composition and detail in this shot. Very well done.
Regards,
Kevin

delkoo (68) 2008-04-26 0:24

hi shaeri
Simple shot, but very well done! the clarity is very good, allowing us to see everything so clearly that it's almost like being there.

cheers

didier

danos (110407) 2008-04-26 1:51

Hello Shaeri,
excellent B/W shot of this mythical Mt.I like the different layers as the hues of the shot and the most important the snowy peaks.I like the light fog that penetrate the whole image as the sense that create.Well done.

Have a nice week,danos

sagar (2410) 2008-04-26 6:07

Hi Shaeri,
Wondrous image!!!! I am glad that my information proved to be helpful to you. Both Kabru and Kumbhakarna look splendid. Not too many would have taken a chance with a B&W version . You have taken a bold step, and it has worked out really well. Another thing, when you see the magnificient K in front of you, there's always a tendency of snapping K, or the entire range. This POV with the 'unconventional' peaks is worth appreciating.
However, a request, could you please upload the color version as a WS? I just want to enjoy the stunning view in color too.
Regards,
Sagarneel.

ambar_81 (673) 2008-04-26 8:42

Simply Outstanding this is.So nice of ur choice to present it in B&W.POV is superb.
TFS...
Regards,
Ambar

Wandering_Dan (3449) 2008-04-26 8:46

Hi, Shaeri -

A lovely image, and the light and tonal qualities remind me of some of Ansel Adams' mountain shots. I can see why you chose B&W, but I love color dawn shots, and I wonder what it was like in color.

The wisps of fog are just right, too.

Best,
Dan

JCG (35153) 2008-04-26 9:12

Hi Shaeri,

I like much the definition of the image and this conversion black and white. Beautiful management of the light which gives appreciable strong contrasts. The passage of these some clouds is more beautiful effect. Beautiful work, cheer.

With all my friendships and a very good WE,

Jean-Charles

nirvana73 (0) 2008-04-26 10:51

Hi Shaeri
great atmosphere
nice color choice
thanks for sharing
regards
Ozhan

mvdisco (17798) 2008-04-26 11:06

Hi Shaeri,
Beautiful composition and presentation with great contrast and sharp landscape, Excellent POV. and details, Très jolie photo,
My compliments.
Michel

gracious (20025) 2008-04-26 11:46

Hello Shaeri,
Many thanks for sharing this majastic Himalayan ranges with a good view!
I loved it in a B/W version also the great displayed of light and shadows here!
well done always
best regards
Tony

danyy (0) 2008-04-26 14:30

Bonjour Shaeri,
la b&w recèle parfois des secrets à rendre une photo plus belle, les couleurs ne jouant plus, les lumières prennent davantage d'importance.
C'est bien exploité ici, aidé par un format panboramique bien à propos.
Regards.
Daniel.

polpo56 (15146) 2008-04-26 14:35

Hi Shaeri,
a wonderful Black & white.
I like black coulds against lightly top of mountains.
Ciao
Ludo

dvlazar (6662) 2008-04-26 17:49

From NY to the Himalayas - extreme travel contrasts, I like it. THe whites really stand out with this shot. The clouds also add atmosphere.
Sorry to talk Bollywood - but I saw Main Hoon Na yesterday, but thought it was pretty average, and just skipped to the dance numbers in the end. Wasnt this supposed to be quite popular?
Haha anyway back to the photo, good job!
Dave

jafadabret (56501) 2008-04-26 23:52

Bonjour Shaeri.
Approcher de tels sommets doit être quelque chose des plus impressionnants. La composition est sobre mais efficace et le choix du B&W fait ressortir ces géants.
Jacques

kiwi_explorer (12209) 2008-04-27 4:57

Hi Shaeri,
Good choice of black and white here ... shows very good contrast and mountain formation details. I like the overall tonal range and image quality. Well composed! tfs
Cheers,
Renier

feather (51130) 2008-04-27 5:15

I am normally a colour person but comparing this to the colour version I think you made absolutely the right choice. The conversion is excellent with great contrast and superb whites. It is a beautiful image. Well done
Kath

somak_g (497) 2008-04-27 9:28

hi shaeri,

when i saw this, i felt that the colour version would be better. but when i saw it, it was an anticlimax - so featureless and plain. this one i lovely - moody and .
introspective. thanks for sharing.

regards
somak

Cretense (68709) 2008-04-27 9:42

Hi Shaeri!

Majestic Himanayan mountain range, captured in full glory indeed! Excellent framing and composition, but most important, fantastic light managment and perfect choice of b&w that enhanced the contrasts and created a magic atmosphere! Congratulations!

Hercules

stego (24132) 2008-04-27 12:27

Hi Shaeri,
You captured very nicely the beautiful majesty of the Himalayas. The dark stripe bellow and the dark sky above, along with the picturesque smooth low clouds makes the shining snowed peaks stand out wonderfully.
I like much the colour version also, but I think that the B&W enhances a certain mystic mood.
Regards, José.

samrat_roy1 (701) 2008-04-27 21:07

hi shaeri
you have enhanced the creative angle of this shot by turning to black and white composition. the clouds and the peeing mountain range with the grand himalayas at tha background is indeed mesmerizing. God bless your eyes and your instrument...
regards

leo61 (0) 2008-04-27 21:33

Hi Shaeri!
A mystic atmosphere here with the low clouds and fantastic light at these majestic,snow covered Mountans.B&W works very well here and the grey tones look nice.
Regards,leo

Angshu (56760) 2008-04-28 0:47

Hello Shaeri
101st post, you start with the Himalayas! Wondered why in B&W, but seeing the WS, I agree with your choice. The shades have come out better here. I had never heard of these peaks before...so thanks to you & Sagar for that.
Best Wishes
Angshumanda

Partha_c (2029) 2008-04-28 4:59

Hi Shaeri. Liked both - the original and the WS -- difference in tone notwithstanding. The mist in the silhouetted f/g added beauty. Real glory -- majestic and crowning. Well done. Regards.
Parthada

jwmunro (286) 2008-04-28 7:55

Hello Shaeri -

Two smilies for getting up to witness this marvelous scene. Another two for having the foresight to convert this to B&W as this treatment really makes the mountains stand proud and display the morning light. All of the technicals from composition to exposure are spot on the money. Brava, well done!

Thank you for sharing.

John

Clementi (52514) 2008-04-28 13:45

Ciao Shaeri,
nice shot of this mountain , the use of the white and black makes the atmosphere of this place mysterious.
good tones
well done
Giorgio

trekks (14348) 2008-04-28 18:08

hello Shaeri

The next best thing to see Himalayan scenery other than going there myself, is to view this superb shot at home on a screen. No thrills or senses on other aspects, but this visual is enough to convince me its beauty. Great shot.

This is taken at what altitude? Not at base camp?

tfs, bill
later

parbo (11092) 2008-04-28 20:29

Hello Shaeri,

I envy ;) your POV because you already at the same level with clouds. Excellent choose of B&W medium increase splendid contrasts there. Clever view of sharp cliffs full with snow and dark part at bottom. Congratulations.

Best Regards,

Ertugrul

JPlumb (3159) 2008-04-28 22:09

Ah, very nice, strong contrasts with the black and white media and a great depth of field; almost an Ansel Adams kind of look to it. Awesome!

Thanks, John

Stepan (27210) 2008-04-29 4:26

The B&W makes it class here and pretty unusual for that kind of subject...
The thin horizontal frame works well and so the different layers.
Stéphane

zmey (7335) 2008-04-29 6:26

hello shaeri

wonderful! love the layering of light you have caught here and your b&w handling of the clouds pleases my eye a lot! very nice work, indeed!

my compliments,
kristaps

avene (12675) 2008-04-29 17:23

hello Shaeri,
I must say I'm quite surprised how well the B&W version works here, it really brings out the textures and shapes, I definitely like it. captivating contrast between the soft cotton-like clouds and rugged mountains, and I like the lay you have composed the shot with strong layers and great sense of distance. excellent work, my compliments.

with best regards,
Kristine

bakes888 (18499) 2008-04-30 1:37

Hi Shaeri. Unusual to see a sunrise shot converted to BW. Good conversion though, good contrast and detail. I do like the original also for it’s depth created by the ridge on the lower right. Nice photos and thanks for sharing.
Cheers, Paul.

Tue (91658) 2008-04-30 2:15

Hi Shaeri,
Splendid capture of those two impressive mountain peaks in the Himalayas. Great choice for B&W for a wonderful contrast, also with thanks to the dark/greyish clouds in front of the snowy peaks. Very well done and thanks for sharing!
Regards,
Lars

Rosa (0) 2008-04-30 2:21

Bonjour Shaeri
Le N/B est bien exploité ici, bon choix pour ce format panoramique qui met bien en valeur ces magnifique montagnes.
Amitiés,
Rosa.

noborders (1010) 2008-05-01 3:08

Your photo is really inspired, Shaeri ! I feel transported to the heights of the Himalayas, the air is thin but what a vision ! Great B&W photo, the clouds add to the mystery...
Compliments and best regards,
Cath.

zofothehermit (37) 2008-05-01 13:52 [Comment]

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jmdias (114360) 2008-05-02 7:26

shaeri

very nice the white shapes of the peaks in B&W, contrasting with the darker areas. The mantel of the clouds adds softness here too.

hugs

jorge

scobert (5355) 2008-05-02 15:14

Hi Shaeri,
Fantastic B&W white image of these awesome peaks! Your photograph has an Ansel Adams feel to it with the beautiful contrast and your marvelous composition. I think of his "zone system" when I am looking at your photograph and your exposure is perfect. Outstanding both technically and as a work of art!
Stan

batalay (41261) 2008-05-04 4:56

Hello Shaeri,

There is a timelessness in the representation of these glorious peaks in b&w. The great climbers — George Leigh Mallory, who perished on Mt. Everest in 1924, and Sir Edmond Hillary, who actually made it to the summit in 1953 — would have brought back images like these. I imagine the most dramatic images of these summits is at dawn, as you have photographed them, or late in the afternoon, when the sun is about to set. Everything below 7,000-8000 meters in shadow.

Wonderful shot in this panoramic format,

Bulent

wishlist (4133) 2008-05-21 3:09

Hi my friend,
I can only say I'm amazed by the beauty of this shot. The majesty of the himalayan mountains is impressive and you managed to capture it so well! I also love the choice of this b&w to enhance even more the beauty you presented here.
Great job indeed!
Take care,

Igor