With a quarter of the frame capturing the clear sky and the remaining vast expanse showcasing the Tottori Sand Dunes, nature’s artistry is on full display. Venture with us into this balanced landscape, where the dunes dominate yet allow the sky its presence.
Description – A Sea of Sands
On a rare clear day in late March, the vastness of the Tottori Sand Dunes is profoundly realized. While appearing diminutive on a map, in person it expands exponentially, forming a sweeping landscape of shifting sands beneath a boundless sky. A few distant figures captured in the frame emphasize the dunes’ immense scale, offering a humbling juxtaposition.
Story Behind the Photo – Capturing Nature’s Scale
With an early morning venture, the dunes were mostly devoid of the usual tourist crowd. The distant figures, dwarfed by the vast expanse, provide a tangible sense of the dunes’ grandeur, emphasizing the overwhelming magnitude of nature.
From an Amateur Photographer’s Perspective – Pondering Proportions
This image, with its distinct division of sky and dunes, turned out to be quite harmonious for me. However, the lingering curiosity remains: how might a different proportion between the sky and dunes evoke varied emotions and impressions?
Equipment and EXIF Information
- Camera: FUJIFILM X30
- Shutter Speed: 1/850s
- Aperture: ƒ4.5
- ISO: ISO 100
- Exposure Compensation: 0 ev
Location