The Edge of Danger, a photo from Clare, South

Photographer's Note

The Cliffs of Moher are simply breathtaking. Tomorrow I shall post a panoramic shot of this region although to be honest I found it impossible to capture this sight. You seriously have to go see. The cliffs drop some 700 feet straight down to the ocean, and extend for some 5 miles.

While there I could not help but notice how seriously dangerous these cliffs could be for a tourist and a quick search on the Internet reveals that several people each year fall to their deaths. If you visit, make sure you hold on to your hat! The wind up there can be unpredictable.

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bazal (7900) 2004-06-11 5:05

I totally agree with you, cliffs of Moher are impossible to fix on photograph ! Your view is just a detail, but what a detail ! I can help beeing stressed for the people who are so close to the edge of the cliff... It's a great shot !

Gatis (925) 2004-06-11 5:09

Very well caught. This picture shows, that you do not need full size of natural phenomenon to see how big and impressive it is!

nwoehnl (122) 2004-06-11 5:12

Wow, this is a stunning view, Stephen. The fact that you chose a close-up view as opposed to a wider-angled one actually enhances the breathtaking feel, and the very good contrast and sharpness of your photo support this even more. The play of light on the rock textures is very well rendered, and of course the people add both scale and drama to this sight. Very well done.

This one makes a magnificent addition to my "Vertigo" theme.

desman (2222) 2004-06-11 5:43

une bonne notion de vertige dans cette photo, bravo

Rinie_Hoff (9340) 2004-06-11 6:22

Hi Stephen, very, very nice picture of these stunning cliffs. Your POV is really good, and I like it very much that you haven't included any sky. Great sharpness coupled to a great DOF. Your crop is great!

Liora (1857) 2004-06-11 6:45

Wow... steep... A very well composed photo - it shows us both the beauty and the danger of those cliffs. Excellent focus, revealing the details of the rocks. Well done!

Cat (0) 2004-06-11 7:17

Wow!! What an amazing shot! Just the shear size of the cliffs from your vantage point is incredible. The people give an terrific indication of scale. I also really like the fact that your image shows all of the lovely tones and textures of this wonderful site!

Beautiful job!

pridel (233) 2004-06-11 7:33

waouh ! C'est très impressionnant, vertigineux. quant à la photo, j'aime bien la composition en deux parties verticales une dans l'ombre et la seconde exposée au soleil. C'est très bien rendu. Merci pour le frisson.

yesterday (9833) 2004-06-12 4:49

Wonderful place, excellent composition, wonderful texture, excellent light and contrast, good color in picture to,

This is a great photo....Regards kaj nielsen

coucie (216) 2004-06-18 9:54

wow
très impressionnant comme photo...
Frissons garantis !!!

RGatward (20086) 2004-06-21 12:27

That's a staggering view. Makes me feel giddy just lokking at those people on it, and imagining where you must have been to get the shot. I hope state nannism doesn't result int he whole place being fanced off, as, doubtless, it would be in the states.

st-eos (137) 2004-08-03 19:40

Thanks for a great shot, side lighting superb for bringing out the texture of the rock. The people on top look very relaxed in contrast to your title; good note!

manu_itu (307) 2004-12-23 6:27

Briilant Stephen. Gave a chill in spine. Framing and dimensions made it even more kinda scary. Brave shot. Full marks.

Budha3 (73) 2005-01-11 2:34

What a lovely shot.Wish I had made it there when in Ireland for 31 days.But you already know there is much to see there.Hopefully I will get a chance next time.Again Marvellous shot.Keep up the good work.

mortijo (12828) 2005-04-10 5:54

Breathtaking. Zooming in enhances the feeling of height. I can feel the fear contracting my stomach. Very good POV and a grreat us of the light conditions.

Hanssie (11022) 2005-04-10 6:46

One day, and I already told this to other Ireland-photographers (see for example "Leonie"), I have to go there and when I see this, it's an amazing landscape and with these people as fine details, you can "feel" the height, great shot, Stephen !

gren4 (603) 2005-04-30 7:43

I am amazed at this photo.You have picked your composition well here and those people really make this work as without them I could never have imagined this scene on this scale.Wonderful!

marieaude (1196) 2005-05-02 12:50

This place is really impressive. Thank to share this great place. Marie-Aude

KevRyan (22956) 2005-06-29 14:04

Fantastic - I'm getting vertigo just looking at it! A very nice composition. best wishes Kev

rajhema (1873) 2005-08-30 13:24

Fantastic picture. People in the picture lets us guess the ruggedness and the size of the cliff. Very dangerous place Stephen. Looking forward to see your panoramic shot

FORJP001 (3819) 2005-08-30 13:27

I just came across this one more than one year since it was posted and found it so impressive that I must post my appreciation of this great scenery full of details. This is a Lord of the Ring scenery. (Jean-Pierre)

krakowiak (4762) 2005-08-30 13:36

That's a breathtaking view. WOW !!!
Thank to share this great place.
Good Photo!

Traveller (672) 2005-09-29 21:45

It is a really very impressive place! Thanks for sharing this view! Wher did YOU take it from, I wonder?..

vlad_ghiea (1086) 2005-10-30 10:16

Very interesting, indeead! Maybe it was better to post B.W ...

crhieatt (5347) 2005-11-12 4:29

Wow - I've never seen photos of this area before. Never heard of it. Your photo certainly makes it look incredibly dramatic - and a more than a bit scary!
Well chosen angle and framing - and thanks for posting.
Regards
Colin

Miracle (70) 2005-12-16 6:25

perfect.
I fill power of mountain. Alluring.

kelo (523) 2006-01-20 9:55

Really impressive the place, but impressive the shot Stephen. An incredible clearness of image and a nice light of the sun. Ten.

alekpet (4663) 2006-03-17 7:19

Hi Stephen.

This really looks dangerous.
I really get the feeling for the height.
People as scale are very good, so is the vertical format.
Darker background accentuates the cliffs.
Fantastic!

Aleks

Jim53 (94) 2006-06-11 10:29

Amazing feel to this photograph. I almost grabbed the side of my chair to hang on. Your view gives a very dramatic feel to the height of the cliffs.

Jim.

zhiqin (62) 2006-08-04 0:57

Hi Stephen,

I like this photo much..by having some human object as comparison, it make this cliff look very 'dangerous'...Great Work !!!

Btw how do u position urself to take this photo ? good angle !!

Rgds,
Steve

amoriconi2 (1082) 2006-09-20 16:53

really really breathtaking !
wonderful and meaningful image composition.
regards,
alberto.

ruisc_pt (11544) 2006-09-20 16:58

terrific and superb.
is all I can say..
TFS

Irelands_Eye (83) 2009-01-15 3:34

Fantastic shot of the cliffs Stephen! The 3/4 light is excellent, and of course the vertigo effect.

michelleknight (112) 2010-02-03 5:50

I love this photo: the texture of the rock, the point of view, the sharpness, the almost monochromatic feel, the light, and as already mentioned, the choice of not including the sky. The people lying there makes me feel dizzy but makes this image very effective & impressive.

Michelle

Photo Information

Copyright: Stephen Emerson (Signal-Womb) (13048)
Genre: Lugares
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2004-06-01
Categories: Naturaleza
Camera: Canon EOS 300D, Canon EF 75-300mm IS
Exposición: f/7.1, 1/60 segundos
Versión de la foto: Versión original
Tema(s): Vertigo, Gems of Ireland, Best of Ireland, In search of the Sublime [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2004-06-11 4:59
Favoritos: 3 [Ver]