Dreams of Myanmar / Balloon Ride
Well, I know. I was not online for a while because of some photography trips and business reasons. But I'm back now and I would like to kick-off the season with a balloon ride over Myanmar / Bagan. I have spent four weeks in Myanmar and I'm heavily impressed about this country, their history and the people. They are so friendly and lovely.
So let's start with the balloon ride.
Some technical details:
- Canon 1d Mark IV
- Canon 70-200 MKII / f2.8
- f/5.6
- 1/1600
- ISO 640
Regards, Gerry
Switzerland – Engadin – Valle di Campo – Lago di Val Viola
I took a rest on my way to the passo di Val Viola ...
Regards,
Gerry
PS - some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HCD 35-90mm @35mm
- ISO 100
- f/19
- 1/90 sec
- Lee NDG filter 0.9
- pano of 6
Switzerland – Engadin – Lago di Saoseo – Serenity
Clear sky - clear water - clear mind and a single thought...
Enjoy the serenity
Regards,
Gerry
PS some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HCD 35-90 @35mm
- ISO 100
- f/19
- 1/15sec
- pano of 2
- Lee NDG 0.9
Switzerland – Engadin – Lago di Saoseo – Picture Postcard Weather
The beautiful weather lets you forget the cold temperature at Lago di Saoseo. Enjoy the scenery 
PS - some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- HCD 35-90mm (at 60mm)
- ISO 100
- f/19
- 1/15sec
- Lee NDG filter 0.9
Regards,
Gerry
Switzerland – Engadin – Lago di Saoseo – Cat Ice Time
We got some snow in the mountains this week and I guess it was the last opportunity this year, to photograph some nice reflections at Lago di Saoseo. As soon as the sun goes down the temperature is way below freezing level and you can watch how quickly the lake gets covered with cat ice. So, it's cat time ...
PS - some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HCD 28mm
- ISO 200
- f/16
- 1/45s
- 0.9 Lee NDG filter
Regards,
Gerry
France – Chamonix – Sunrise at Lac Blanc (black and white version)
Despite the wonderful and delicate colors I really like the black and white version of this scenery. The amazing structure of the mountains and the incredible reflections don't get distracted by the colors.
Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HCD 35-90mm (at 50mm)
- f/11
- 1/20sec
- ISO 200
- Lee 0.9 NDG filter
- Nik silver efex pro
Regards,
Gerry
France – Chamonix – Sunrise at Lac Blanc
A wonderful sunrise followed a very mild night at Lac Blanc.
Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HCD 35-90mm (at 50mm)
- f/11
- 1/20sec
- ISO 200
- Lee 0.9 NDG filter
Regards,
Gerry
Switzerland – Engadin – Lago di Saoseo – Morning Dream
Sometimes the day starts with a dream ... until you get touched by the delicate morning light ...
Enjoy the delicate morning light.
Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HCD 35-90 mm (@40mm)
- ISO 200
- f/11
- 4sec
- Lee 0.9 NDG filter
Regards, Gerry
Switzerland, Engadin, Lago di Saoseo – Silent Reward
Well, the weather conditions changed again and this time to my luck. I got rewarded with a clear nearly monochromatic atmosphere.
Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HCD 28mm
- ISO 100
- f/11
- 11 sec
- 0.9 Lee NDG filter
Enjoy the silent reward.
Regards, Gerry
Switzerland – Engadin – Lago di Saoseo – Hope
Well, I was hoping for a gorgeous sunset but the weather conditions were not on my side.... but there is always light at the end of the tunnel .... and I decided to wait ...
Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HCD 28mm
- f/27
- ISO 100
- 1sec
- 0.9 Lee NDG filter
Regards,
Gerry
France – Chamonix – Full Moon Night at Lac de Chesery
To be exact, it was a 90% full moon night Nevertheless, spending a night at Lac de Chesery is always an amazing experience. The breathtaking scenery of illuminated mountains (Dome du Gouter, Mont Blanc, Aiguille du Midi, Mont Maudit, Grandes Jorasses, Aiguille de Triolet..) by the full moon and the amazing reflection at Lac de Chesery is every effort worth. I didn't used a tent (only sleeping bag) because the night was mild and the sky was bright with stars. I counted seven falling stars, placed one wish and fell asleep....
Enjoy the Mont-Blanc scenery.
Regards,
Gerry
PS: some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- HCD 35-90mm at 35mm)
- ISO 100
- 45 sec
- f/8.0
- Lee 0.9 ND graduated filter
- Pano of 2 exposures
- final size: 10236 x 5611
Switzerland, Grimsel, A Thousand Tears
A thousand tears from my heart ... down deep inside...
Gerry
PS: some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- HCD 28mm
- ISO 100
- f/27
- 1/4 sec
- Lee 0.9 ND graduated filter
Switzerland – Graubuenden – Val Maighels – Weather Change
This is the reward of a short afternoon scouting hike in Val Maighels. This valley has a couple of interesting lakes and ponds ... and maybe I'll go back and stay over night - will see. But this time I had to stop my scouting hike due to a significant weather change.
Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- HCD 28mm
- ISO 200
- f/22
- 1/60 sec
- Lee ND graduated filter
- Pano of 5 photographs
- final size: 13089 x 8469
Enjoy the fresh air.
Regards,
Gerry
Switzerland – Ticino – Passo delle Colombe
It's still summertime but a terrible cold weather front brought some snow in the mountains. Enjoy the pano of the Passo dell Colombe with its lake.
Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HCD 35-90mm at 35mm
- ISO 100
- f/19
- 1/125sec
- Pano of 5
- final size 12843 x 7295
Regards,
Gerry
Hawaii – Kauai – Morning Dreams
Standing in the tide and enjoying the morning light... while the thoughts are floating away ...
Regards,
Gerry
Croatia – Walking above the Water – Plitvicka National Park
Walking above the water and breathing fresh air ...
Regards,
Gerry
PS - some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HC 35-90mm (at 35mm)
- Lee ND filter 0.9
- Lee Polarizer
- f/16
- ISO 100
- 11sec
Croatia – Breath of Life – Krka National Park
Watching and listening the sound of flowing water and rustling leaves in the wind .... is food for the soul....
Enjoy the natural tranquillity ...
Regards,
Gerry
PS - some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HC 35-90mm (at 60mm)
- Lee big stopper
- ISO 200
- f/27
- 91sec
Croatia – Path through the lush green – Plitvicka Lakes
This path through the lush green takes you on a journey into the heart of National Park Plitvicka Jezera.
Enjoy the walk.
Regards,
Gerry
PS: Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HC 35-90mm (at 35mm)
- ISO 100
- f/31
- 16 sec
- Lee 0.9 ND filter
- Lee linear polarizer filter
Croatia – Waterfall #2 – Krka National Park
I photographed this second scene like the first one during sunset. The turquoise water is just a result of a crystal dark blue sky. By the way, I decided for a very long exposure to increase the structure of the grass and leaves.
Enjoy it.
Regards,
Gerry
PS: Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HC 300mm (a superb lens)
- Lee big stopper (10 stop)
- f/16
- ISO 100
- 128 sec
- 2 vertical shots (stitched to a pano)
Croatia – Waterfall – Krka National Park
Krka river with its dozens of waterfalls makes this karstic area to a magnificent place.
Enjoy it.
Regards,
Gerry
PS: some technical information
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HC 35-90mm (at 90mm)
- Lee big stopper (10 stop)
- f/13
- ISO 100
- 128 sec
Croatia – Long road to the Mali Halan Pass
The long road to the Mali Halan Pass offers a scenic view to the Mount Tulove Grede. Driving through this highly karstic area was on the one hand very exciting, but on the other hand the hundreds of mine field warning signs .... created a strange feeling. So, hiking is definitely not recommended!
Enjoy the ride.
Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- Hasselblad HC 35-90mm (at 65mm)
- Lee 0.9 ND Grad filter
- ISO 100
- f/19
- 1/60
Regards,
Gerry
Switzerland – Etang de la Gruere #3
Enjoy the front row view
some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4d-40
- HC 28mm
- ISO 100
- f11
- 1/28mm
- Lee ND grad 0.9
Regards,
Gerry
Switzerland – Appenzell Innerrhoden – Faelensee b&w
... and a black and white photograph of the same location.
Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4d-40
- HC 28mm
- ISO 100
- f22
- 1/4 sec
- Lee ND grad 0.9
Regards
Gerry
Switzerland – Appenzell – Innerrhoden – Faelensee #2
Well, same lake but another place and perspective.
Regards, Gerry
Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- HC 28mm 2.8
- Lee ND soft grad 0.9
- ISO 100
- f22
- 32 sec
Switzerland – Appenzell Innerrhoden – Faelensee # 1
The Faelensee, sometimes called "Alpstein-Fjord", is a lake in the Alpstein range of the canton Appenzell Innerrhoden and is embedded between the steep rock cliffs on both sides. I stayed over night at Boolenwees (a lovely mountain inn) and caught the first morning light.
Enjoy the beautiful reflection and the delicate morning light.
Regards,
Gerry
Some technical information:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- HC 28mm 2.8
- Lee ND soft grad 0.9
- ISO 100
- f22
- 11 sec
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Switzerland – Sihlwald – Lush Green
Walking through the spring forrest and enjoying the lush green environs ...
Enjoy it.
Regards,
Gerry
Switzerland – Kleiner Mythen
After a chilly night at the Grosser Mythen a golden sunrise was released behind the Kleiner Mythen
Enjoy the tranquility .....
Regards,
Gerry
Switzerland – Fronalpstock
I photographed the Fronalpstock from the top of Grosser Mythen. Enjoy the delicate morning light.
Regards, Gerry
Switzerland – Morning Mood in my Backyard
Enjoy the peaceful mood.... and the warm sun ray...
Regards, Gerry
Switzerland – Etang de la Gruere B&W
Color or B&W - what do you prefer? I personally tend to the B&W version due to the strong contrast and forms.
Have a great day.
Regards,
Gerry
Switzerland – Etang de la Gruere
I visited the small lake "Etang de la Gruere" today that is located very close to Saignelegier, Canton of Jura / Switzerland. My Hassy did a superb job and captured the difference in brightness very well.
Enjoy the tranquility
Regards,
Gerry
Switzerland – Saentis – Full Moon Night – 20:41
Same location - just a little bit later with a different mood.
Regards
Gerry
Switzerland – Saentis – Full Moon Night – 20:13
Same day, just a couple of hours later and another mountain. This was indeed an easy undertaking. The Saentis is just an one hour drive away and the cable car brings you to the top of the mountain. Well, the sunset wasn't so wonderful because of heavy fog/clouds but to my luck the other side offered some interesting opportunities - photographing the full moon.
Enjoy the view.
Regards,
Gerry
Switzerland – Grosser Mythen – 06:45am
Well, my initial plan was to photograph a sunset scenery from the top of the Grosser Mythen (check the link and you can see the mountain) but the weather was (let's put it that way) not so perfect. So I changed my plans and stayed over night at the top of the mountain. As you can imagine, the mountain cottage was still closed. It was quite windy and chilly but my sleeping bag did a fantastic job. And yes, the morning scenery was significantly better the evening.
Regards,
Gerry
Switzerland – Zurich – Burning Sky – April 6th
Enjoy the wonderful afterglow - photographed where I live
Regards, Gerry
some technical details:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- HC 80mm
- f9.5
- 20 sec
- ISO 100
- 0.9 ND graduated filter
Switzerland – Seenalpersee – Melting Time !
Perfect weather conditions and my new Hassy were the reasons for this early spring hike to the lake "Seenalpersee". Well, the way up to the lake took longer than expected due to deep soft snow fields. Yes, I missed the sunrise but the scenery compensated for it. Despite the bright sun and the strong contrasts the medium format sensor did a fantastic job.
Some additional informations:
- Hasselblad H4D-40
- HC 28mm 2.8
- f16
- 1/250
- ISO 200
- pano of 4 single exposures
... and yes, the files are huge!
Enjoy it.
Regards, Gerry
Switzerland – Zermatt – Silent Evening at Lake Stellisee
Sometimes the sun sets without spectacular colors. The sun is just gone ....
Regards, Gerry
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