Comment from nikman
To me it seems sunrise has been going on for a while out there! No matter it's a lovely scene in a nice photo!! Your image is well composed, sharp and has good exposure! Well done and good luck!

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Mar-2018

many thanks nik;
it was taken about 20 min before the sun came out

Comment from dalebraatz
This is a potential winner in my book, love the colors in the sky and the silhoettes add a romantic story, very good details and depth, a pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, dale

 Comment Written 18-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 18-Mar-2018

many thanks dale;
only voters determine the winner

reply by dalebraatz on 18-Mar-2018

I know but is a great shot

Comment from Malmax
This is a perfect entry for the competition and a beautiful view of the beach before sunrise. The colors are soft and the couple and other details are softly illuminated yet remain dark and just right for this time of day.
Excellent perspective with wonderful DOF. My winner!
Malmax

 Comment Written 18-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 18-Mar-2018

thanks a lot marsha

reply by Malmax on 18-Mar-2018

My pleasure

Comment from Shadow catcher
Very nice capture of a beautiful pastel sunrise to be,balanced very well with the beach chairs and umbrella in one corner and the palm fronds in the diagonally opposite one,with the couple in the middle,the beach all to themselves.The sea a natural mirror,reflecting the beauty of sky above,the promise of a beautiful day to come!

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 14-Mar-2018

thanks a lot for your nice comments

Comment from AHRowell
This is so sweet! And breathtaking! Presentation and visual impact are soothing and tranquil! Beautiful framing. Love that you got the umbrella in and the couple. This is a great entry for the before sunrise contest! Good luck, it's a beauty!

 Comment Written 04-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 04-Mar-2018

thanks a lot again for your great comments

Comment from Photopeb
A lovely beach sunrise scene with nice composition. I like your post processing here. Lovely tones and good colors and harmony. Fantastic hues. Nice center of interest and story telling ability. Very romantic mood with good visual and initial impact.
Lighting and exposure are well controlled. Very good technique and technical excellence. Pleasure to view. Thanks for sharing.

Regards

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

thanks a lot Paul! as indicated: SOOC: no PP
did you see my IR b&w ?

reply by Photopeb on 03-Mar-2018

No I did not see it but I will look for it.
Thanks for the heads up!

Comment from Stringbean
So much beauty captured in this landscape scene before sunrise. I like the feeling this photography gives you .....of calm, peaceful, and serene setting. It is my favorite time of the day....even though I have to force myself to set the alarm.....most beautiful of colors captured. A good perspective and point of view. Good balance of tones and shapes. Also a good balance of lights and darks. Outstanding photography and thanks for sharing. I love this!

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

thanks a lot mary lynn for your lovely comments

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
A stunning picture of a sunrise on Samui Island with the young coup;e in silhouette walking hand in hand along the water's edge as they wait for the sun to rise above the distant misty pearl grey hills & fluffy clouds above them & sky behind glowing orange & pink, these clours then reflected onto the still water's of the bay framed by the loungers on the left & the Palm trees on the right. Beautiful artistic composition, framing & soft natural lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Good luck in the contest.
Susan

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

merci beaucoup

Comment from El-mundo
Some people really are motivated aren't they!! I don't know if I'd manage that early every day on holiday lol. A superb capture with brilliant clarity and amazing long DOF, that captures the whole, quite vast scene in the epitome of the title, mainly due to the amazing hills and mountains shrouded in the pre-sun mist and glow which you have caught superbly and with great timing, showing the clouds lingering above them in the golden sky that lightens then darkens again creating great tones and shades. The golden and almost solid looking sea shows great detail also, as it reaches the sand on the beach in the fore with merely a splash. The couple, though small, are captured clearly and centrally, and the sunbeds give good perspective and an inkling of the day ahead. Wonderful work and best of luck in the polls! :)

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

thanks a lot Ed for your wonderful comments

Comment from cakemp55
What a beautiful image! Love the soft pink hues in the sky, clouds and water reflection. Lovely composition It is delightful to view and be submerged in. Nice romantic story about the couple waiting for the sunrise!

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 Comment Written 03-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Mar-2018

thanks so much