The towers (los torres) are one of the most popular hikes and sights in the Torres del Paine National Park. It is about a 12 mile round trip, with some notable vertical gain on the final ascent to the towers. I would have preferred to be there at sunrise, but that was not an option that day, so I photographed the scene in mid day, under overcast lighting. I was at least fortunate enough to see the towers, since clouds are common in the mountain summits. With the absence of strong color drama, I was curious how the contrast would render in black in white. It’s not bad actually, considering a mid-day time frame. And, regardless of the light and color, it was a really fun and memorable hike to a very magnificent, other worldly, view!
The Towers (Los Torres), Torres del Paine National Park, Chile. Canon 5D Mark II, 16-35mm f/2.8L, 1/80 sec @ f/16, ISO 100
Black and white conversion. The Towers (Los Torres), Torres del Paine National Park, Chile. Canon 5D Mark II, 16-35mm f/2.8L, 1/80 sec @ f/16, ISO 100
Wow, beautiful!!! 🙂
You travel to the other side of the world yet still refuse to turn your back on the barren rocks, wind, ice, and snow! Obviously, this planet contains not enough frozen austerity for you. Accordingly, your friends in Alaska are setting aside a big dollop of winter for your return! You’re welcome! 🙂
Tim, your comments are always well written. I’m enjoying that dollop of winter here in Fairbanks, and loving every bit of it! Especially the skiing.
Hi Patrick I must say that I prefer the color version of the scene even having had to capture the image in harsh light. as always great pictures of your trip to Chile.
I must say I agree with Tim 🙂 I can see a very clear ‘Patrick stamp’ on this photograph, one I recognize immediately from your Alaska photo’s. Good for you!
Thanks Emlyn and Inge, some parts of Patagonia are “point the camera and shoot” as it is hard to miss in that outrageous scenery.