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Orion Rising in Palmyra

Started by Alex McConahay, 04/24/2006 03:10AM
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A Canon 20D picture taken of Orion rising through an arch in the ancient Roman city of Palmyra, in the Syrian Desert.

Hope you enjoy

Alex


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Posted 04/24/2006 06:08AM #1
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Very aesthetic.

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Posted 04/24/2006 12:55PM #2
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VERY COOL! 8)
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Posted 04/24/2006 02:38PM #3
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Well framed and executed, Alex.

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Alex,
Not only a nice change of pace for this group, but an exceptional image on its own right. I hope this getting framed for your wall.
Larry
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Posted 04/24/2006 10:34PM #5
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Cool! Definately not Palmyra, NY USA!

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Posted 04/25/2006 01:27PM #6
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You know, I just realized that Orion was setting, not rising.......THis changes things!!!

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Posted 04/25/2006 02:17PM #7
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Nice looking shot Alex.

Cheers


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