Sorry for the corny title - just couldn't resist.My name is Dennis and I just got back into photography after two-decade layoff. I started off in 35mm in 1973 and lugged a couple of bags of gear, cameras, lenses, etc around the world during a 22 year Navy career. I got out of that habit after kids came along and cribs, diaper bags and car seats elbowed out camera gear for room in the car. Also, while my wife was remarkably patient with my stopping and waiting for just the right lighting, dirty-diapered kids were less so.
I got back into photography after my wife "forced" me to buy a DSLR in December of 2008. We'd gone to a camera store to buy a point and shoot for her to use in her antiques and collectibles business and she caught me looking at a couple of DSLRs in the display case. She suggested I check them out 'just for fun", but, when I tried to give them back to the sales person she asked "Which one do you want?" and refused to leave the store until I chose one.
Sadly, I lost Mrs Sea_Dog to cancer six months later, but fortunately she got to see me revive the passion I once had. My gallery is a lasting tribute to her and our love.
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Over the last two and a half years, since learning about Renderosity from a friend, has been a continuous learning and discovery process. The artists here are so amazingly talented and inspirational - and extremely friendly. Seeing their work and reading their comments on mine have allowed me to grow as an artist much faster than I could have on my own.
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Comments (24)
photosynthesis
I have stood in that exact spot & taken a very similar photo - this is a fine shot...
ronmolina
Nice shot!
whaleman
This allows me to imagine living with a view like this!
auntietk
Oooohh! That's on my list. I can't believe I haven't been there yet!! Well ... next time we're home ... This is a fantastic photograph!
blinkings
What an amazing place.
giulband
good image, very fine sky
jayfar
This is a fantastic view and a super moody picture.
kgb224
Superb capture my friend. God bless.
bobrgallegos
A most impressive and beautiful capture!
Rob2753
It's a superb view, well taken !
jeroni
very interesting composition
Hendesse
What a stunning vista. Excellent shot!!
Mondwin
Magnificent capture my friend!!!Bravissimo!!!:DDD.Hugsxx Whylma
moochagoo
Nice view, I was there years ago :)
blondeblurr
... and what an amazing view, even better when zoomed-in, especially the 'Blue Mountain' range ;) is that a tiny little island in the middle of the Columbia River ? fantastic image for the pure (or poor?) armchair tourist :P BB
Richardphotos
very beautiful landscape. must be awesome in person
emmecielle
Splendid landscape! Excellent capture! :)
Cyve
Amazing POV and marvelous capture !
bmac62
A most striking photo. We have now added this to our travel list of must visits...
JuliSonne
GREAT colors and landscape, my friend!
erlandpil
good capture erland
danapommet
A great shot Dennis and nice depth!
sossy
fascinating view with the dramatic clouds above! ;o)
MrsRatbag
Gorgeous view!