View From 30,000 Feet by taffy

View From 30,000 Feet

When flying, I avoid the window seat. When in the window seat I don't look out. It is a rule I have (freely admit it may not be rational) about flying that has clearly worked as I'm still safe. BUT, today I made the huge step as we boarded the plane. And wow, the scenery between Chicago and Las Angeles is quite amazing. And, if the alternative is grading papers, processing photos is a great way to make the time go by. I'm not sure which part of the Rockies this is, but it wasn't sunset, and it was taken through a dirty window, so many thanks to Color Efex, Aperture, and Topaz! Probably over the top, but that's what having an hour in a confined space can do to you (or to your photo)!
Next stop, Honolulu!!
Fascinating! It looks like it could be Mars. I have the same policy about flying ad window seats. Way to make an exception for your photography though. :) Safe travels and enjoy your stay in paradise!
December 17th, 2013  
Gorgeous capture of the beautiful Rockies. I'm completely the opposite... I'm like a child... I like the window seat so I can look out and take pictures.
Have lots of fun in Hawaii :)
December 17th, 2013  
This is like a scene from Dune, or Star Wars, and is a huge Fav for me.
December 17th, 2013  
Amazing picture of the Rockies and you were so high up! Tends to make me nervous too! Hawaii to come!
December 17th, 2013  
Oh my!! Instant fav!! So glad you looked out that window!! Amazing!! The processing is lovely! You're pictures are gorgeous you are so talented!! Safe travels!! I look forward to seeing Honolulu :D
December 17th, 2013  
Very surreal. I agree with Sean @seanoneill ...looks like a setting from a science fiction movie.
December 17th, 2013  
Wow instant Fav Taffy! What an incredible shot - so pleased you took that window seat! Safe journey and enjoy Hawaii - somewhere I have always wanted to visit! I look forward to seeing your photos!
December 17th, 2013  
Amazing!Like Molten lava or the surface of some planet!a fav!
December 17th, 2013  
Impressive. .. love the rookies so much..
December 17th, 2013  
Wow, this is beautiful! I agree with Sean, it looks like another planet!
December 17th, 2013  
Beautiful, wonderful editing Taffy.
December 17th, 2013  
Caz
Wow, must be viewed large ! Fav
December 17th, 2013  
Joe
Pretty good results. I fly exclusively in the window seat twice a week - the windows are always scratched so much I never bother taking a shot. Very impressed with how this one turned out.
December 17th, 2013  
wow, i love this taffy. great shot, and good for you for being brave. have a wonderful time in Hawaii!
December 17th, 2013  
That is wonderful . Really great processing.
December 17th, 2013  
Oh, so super gorgeous, Taffy! I love, love, love the window seat but so rarely get a clear day to appreciate it. Amazing view.
December 17th, 2013  
lovely !!
December 17th, 2013  
Wow - amazing processing! I am an aisle seat gal, too - but when I get a window I do like to look out. Enjoy Honolulu!
December 17th, 2013  
Fabulous capture! Love the tones.
December 17th, 2013  
Fantastic shot and love your processing. Have a wonderful time in Honolulu. FAV
December 17th, 2013  
beautifully captured.
December 17th, 2013  
AC
This is so wonderful! I prefer the aisle for leg room, but still go out of my way to see if I can spot baseball diamonds upon my arrival.
December 17th, 2013  
@pflaume absoloutely agree with Lisa ... that was first thought .. was going to ask if are now exploring Mars in your quest for great stunning images ... Lol ... big FAV!!
December 17th, 2013  
So cool. I have never seen the mountains like this. It is beautiful. A FAV for me and so jealous you are on the way to Hawaii. I have not been there in 32 years since my honeymoon.
December 17th, 2013  
this is just so stinkin' glorious! fav!
December 17th, 2013  
I stare out the window when flying! It is so amazing what you can see. I love this
December 17th, 2013  
Oh, girl, you did good! Enjoy your time in Hawaii; color me extremely jealous. You will be ending the year SUPER strong. So happy for you! Grades are in for me. I feel incredibly free right now...except for the mess that is my house. Enjoy. Have fun. Can't wait to see what you post!
December 17th, 2013  
Really awesome! The processing is perfect.
December 17th, 2013  
FABULOUS! Amazing image! FAV. Have a wonderful time!!! How nice for you!!
December 17th, 2013  
Flying on a clear day has its benefits! Great shot and super processing.On planes I always take an aisle seat so I can get up and stretch. Have a blast in Honolulu--I'm going there next month so I hope there will still be some photos left to take.Ha Ha. Have fun.
December 17th, 2013  
wow. what a fab shot from out of the plane window. amazing scenery. well caught
December 17th, 2013  
what an imaginative processing!
December 17th, 2013  
Cool capture! It's almost abstract - at first I thought it was the sea :) Well done for moving up to looking through the window - and taking pictures while doing so :)
December 17th, 2013  
Wow - stunning shot and processing.
December 17th, 2013  
Oh I always want the window seat! Glad you took & showed this to us, it´s so beautiful and so striking view! Enjoy your vacation & take lots of pics!
December 17th, 2013  
Just an amazing image Taffy. The red colour and tones make me think of Mars! (A long way to travel and a bit over the top for a photo op, right? lol)
December 17th, 2013  
Wow what an amazing Ariel view. Brilliant capture. Fav
December 17th, 2013  
Aw, this is a collector's photo. What an amazing view and the capture is so clear. great tones too.
December 17th, 2013  
The tones here...the time of day are gorgeous. Great shot from flight!
December 17th, 2013  
Wow! Have a great time!
December 17th, 2013  
This is so amazing, it almost doesn't look real! Too much for my brain. I've got my nose on the glass if I have the opportunity. Great shot & a fav.
December 17th, 2013  
Wow! Amazing shot, love the processing!
December 17th, 2013  
Outstanding view and shot Taffy...Fav
December 17th, 2013  
absolutely stunning! huge fav! have a fabulpus time in Hawai
December 17th, 2013  
Stunning colours!! FAV!!
December 17th, 2013  
Wonderful shot, lovely tones
December 17th, 2013  
what a great shot fav
December 17th, 2013  
What a cool shot.
December 17th, 2013  
this is amazing! what a view and colors! fav!
December 17th, 2013  
An amazing view!
December 17th, 2013  
Wow. This is really amazing! Really like the colours. Fav
December 17th, 2013  
This is simply stunning Taffy! Really awesome processing! Fav
December 17th, 2013  
Fascinating! I love the Rockies tones! Great shot!
December 17th, 2013  
Wow, super nice processed pic of a wonderful view! How brave of you!!
December 18th, 2013  
Fav. This is quite incredible
December 18th, 2013  
Amazing capture! Fav
December 18th, 2013  
I love the window seat! I love looking out over the land below or the puffy clouds above. I love taking off in the rain, climbing above the clouds and seeing the sun shinning as if nothing was happening below. I love the look of cities as night- their lights like sprawled jem stones across a black velvet carpet. I've flown over the Rockies a couple times and they never cease to amaze me. I'm glad you made an exception to your rule! This is a wonderful picture.
December 18th, 2013  
Ann said it good, very cool
December 18th, 2013  
This is stunning! What an opportunity for a wonderful scene and shot! Fav!
December 19th, 2013  
Fav!
December 19th, 2013  
Wow! What an amazing view!! I've never flown before but this shot makes me want a window seat when I do.
December 20th, 2013  
Great shot and amazing processing! Yes, I am a "window girl" always, especially since I get motion sick anyplace where I cannot look out a window! Happy Birthday and Bon Voyage! I know you will use this journey to take some amazing photos in a different setting...
December 20th, 2013  
Superb image!
December 20th, 2013  
Fantastic colours and textures! Well done for looking out of the window - so worth it to get this shot! Have a fab holiday! : ) fav
December 21st, 2013  
This looks like a lunar landscape, amazingly beautiful and I love what you have done with editing Taffy.... fav.
December 21st, 2013  
Just wow! Congrats on T20!
December 22nd, 2013  
Splendid !
December 22nd, 2013  
congrats on the double TT Taffy ...!!
December 22nd, 2013  
So glad to see this shot on the TT, congratulations and truly deserved! Both shots..
December 22nd, 2013  
What a fantastic double TT Taffy - many congrats - both wonderful shots!
Happy Christmas to you! : )
December 22nd, 2013  
I love it! Congrats!
December 23rd, 2013  
Wow. Think that just about sums it up. Congrats on the TT. Fav
December 23rd, 2013  
Lovely capture - you are right about the topographical landscape between the Great lakes & the ocean - it's breath taking
December 24th, 2013  
Great picture! Congrats on making the top 20!
December 25th, 2013  
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