Comment from Shadow catcher
Definitely a colorful scene between the balloons and the landscape below; i just photographed a balloon launch this weekend, so was pleasantly surprised to see a photo of balloons here! Haven't taken a ride in one yet, it definitely looks like it would be a wonderful experience, especially to photograph from!

 Comment Written 28-May-2023

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reply by the author on 28-May-2023

thanks a lot

Comment from bpellephoto
Hot air balloons - baloney! Yes their romantic, dramatic, photographic and down right unsafe for human occupancy.

Would you board an jet airliner if the pilot had but one control lever that says up and down?

I like the framing and the theme that you captured lends itself to fine story lines.

The earth tones in the foreground seem over saturated.

Detail of the balloons I think is reduced because of the humid air conditions.

Otherwise a nice shot... Bob

 Comment Written 28-May-2023

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reply by the author on 28-May-2023

thanks

Comment from Chaxl
This is a very neat photograph that gives out a cheery vibe. It would hang well in a Doctor''s office to calm patients. Great color, contrast and detail.

 Comment Written 27-May-2023

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reply by the author on 28-May-2023

thanks so much

Comment from MKFlood
Very cool. The angle of the shot of these balloons over the colorful terrain is great. The capture of the light is great. The clarity is great. The presentation is balance and eye appealing to the viewer. Good eye and great job overall.

 Comment Written 27-May-2023

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reply by the author on 27-May-2023

thanks so much

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
This is a realistic, perfectly coloured, and skillfully executed piece. You have captured the whimsical quality of the hot air balloons which has always intrigued me. It must be captivating, and pulsating to ride in this. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 26-May-2023

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reply by the author on 27-May-2023

many thanks again

Comment from jesuel
what an amazing photo of all these hot air balloons floating high in the air looks like you got a shot from one of them the color is great beautiful work here

 Comment Written 26-May-2023

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reply by the author on 26-May-2023

thank you

Comment from Ray Gordon
Very nice capture Fred. Seems like a lot of fun. Not too much control, only up and down. For the devil-may-care aviator. But it looks like a whole lot of fun. Ray

 Comment Written 26-May-2023

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reply by the author on 26-May-2023

many thanks again;
lot of fun indeed but very impressive when you are up in the air;

reply by Ray Gordon on 26-May-2023

You are welcome, impressive I bet. Ray

Comment from nikman
A good looking nature image posted here! Your fine and classical composition offers us an enjoyable view of those brave balloonists. I would not like to be up there in one. Were you?

 Comment Written 26-May-2023

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reply by the author on 26-May-2023

of course, I was;
a great experience!

Comment from Julie Lois Lau
A superb shot over an incredibly long, wide, view. All those red temples! All those monks to fill them, and all living off the populace, I imagine. Oh well, we have priests and politicians. Lovely photo.

 Comment Written 26-May-2023

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reply by the author on 26-May-2023

thanks a lot again

Comment from Glena Jessee-King
Thanks for sharing such a lovely setting and action. I really like the balloons and excitement riding them seems to bring. I really like adventures. The ground, mid-ground, dark blues, light blues, all in the horizon and the sky, a sky filled with balloon rides, are intriguing. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 26-May-2023

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reply by the author on 26-May-2023

thanks a lot Glena

reply by Glena Jessee-King on 30-May-2023

Welcome. The ride looks like fun also.