Comment from liseworks
This is really nice, love the star effect of that sun, love the blue sky in the background, and the lovely trees just framing this,,very cool to look at, great entry for this contest

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reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

thanks a lot lise

Comment from ArtistCharles
Very nice image of the sun coming through th esilhoutte of the tree. Good star rays add interest and appeal. You get a sense of the stark nature in this shot with the blowing dust. Good colors and contrast. Well seen. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 10-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

thanks a lot charles for your nice comments

Comment from SandraInSpain
Wow, this is stunning. I love the shapes of the trees, encircling the star and giving it depth and strength. Great composition and clarity. Excellent work.

 Comment Written 10-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

many thanks sandra

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
A beautiful & very artistic sunset picture with the sun burst through the tree's canopy of leaves & branches framed by the branches of the dead leafless tree beside it all four/five trees casting shadows on the bare ground at your feet the mountains in the distance & the orange tinted horizon blow the blue sky above making the perfect backdrop. Beautiful artistic & atmospheric composition, framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 10-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

merci Suzanne; leafless but not dead

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
This is a wonderful shot of nature. You have timed it well. The light and shadows, colours and the composition have worked out well. Good effort!

 Comment Written 10-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

many thanks sesha

Comment from nikman
A beautiful sunset scene posted here! Your fine traditional composition offers us a very enjoyable view of your nice scene. Exposure and sharpness are good. Well done!

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many thanks nik

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many thanks nik

Comment from Malmax
Absolutely stunning! The starry effect is perfect and the entire photograph is just
outstandingly beautiful.
The light, the colors, the depth are perfection.
Beautiful contender and most likely a winner!
Best to you in the contest!
Really a remarkable shot.
Malmax

 Comment Written 10-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

thanks a lot marsha for your wonderful comments and top rating, highly appreciated

reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

thanks a lot marsha for your wonderful comments and top rating, highly appreciated

reply by Malmax on 10-Sep-2018

You're very welcome!

Comment from Jomo
This is a lovely magical shot. The colours and composition is simple and works very well. How you have managed to get so much detail in such a naturally high contrast shot shows great skill. Transports you to a lovely calm and relaxing place. Thank you very much for sharing.

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reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

thanks a lot jomo for your lovely comments and top rating, highly appreciated

reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

thanks a lot jomo for your lovely comments and top rating, highly appreciated

Comment from Daphne Oberon
Terrific! A parched land glad to see the sun go down! I don't know where these six stars are coming from, but it seems like a glitch as I had used them up again last night. In any event I think this deserves honorary mention! Have a nice cool day! Daphne Oberon

 Comment Written 10-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

thanks a lot daphne for your wonderful comments and top rating, highly appreciated

reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

thanks a lot daphne for your wonderful comments and top rating, highly appreciated

Comment from Lasso the Moon
Love this shot of the sun through the trees! Brings out a glow. The sky is a subtle backdrop. The horizon is nicely lined, straight. A job well done!

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 Comment Written 10-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 10-Sep-2018

thanks a lot for your nice comments