100-400mm Telephoto Sand Dune Photography

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Really enjoyed it Michael! You my friend are the Dune Jedi - pure magic man!

[@MichaelShainblum]

Thanks so much Mark, hope you are doing well :)

[@briestockwell5402]

Yeah! Dunes FTW! I love that so many photographers can go to those dunes and come away with such a variety of images. Creativity rocks!

[@codylerephoto]

Man, this video just made me happy... I dont know if it was the music that made me feel like I was watching a happy scene from a Disney movie, along with my need for a trip, but I loved it!

[@hramakrishnaiah413]

Your videos are pleasure to watch, I get immersed in them and feel as if I am floating along....

[@ibp2007]

As ever Michael, Heart warming photography.

[@chrisneon_]

Really relax when I watching your video,good job Michael

[@jessejayphotography]

Always a joy!

[@MichaelShainblum]

Thanks :)

[@c.alcazar2584]

Great photos, but my favorite was the first photo before sunrise can wait for the next video...enjoy and stay safe....

[@pamelaproffitt8484]

All amazing work but that first soft light shot…”BAM”!!! Love it!

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

From start to finished this was most enjoyable buddy !! The softer tones do it for me on this one but still love love love the direct light shots aswell !! 👏👏

[@JoseSLobo]

Stunning! One after another great videos and beautiful photographs

[@astridlehnen11]

2:12 wow it's like a painting 🎨😍

[@iastorgaphotos]

Absolutely love the variety of light over the dunes. Fantastic!🤗👌🏼👍🏼

[@MichaelShainblum]

Thanks Irene!

[@rnavarrete1956]

Beautiful images from my favorite Bay Area photographer!

[@GEORGEEEJ]

Nice video. Your dunes photographs remind me of the Palouse in WA. Your pre-sunlight dawn dune photographs have a lovely pastel feel.

[@nldazuu]

Definitely pre sunrise…great shot with the 100-400

[@williamneill8839]

Awesome to see this video, and to teach with you at Out of Chicago Death Valley!

[@brianbeattyphotography]

Excellent work! DV is one of the best spots for telephoto landscape images.

[@amaitra]

The predawn colors look surreal!

[@ianhamer4294]

I thought, he's in the dunes again, but as with the fog, you keep astounding us mere mortals with fantastic images. Hats off to you sir.

[@cmichaelhaugh8517]

Beautiful! I’ve always loved the valley even though I have not been back in years. I’ve still got pictures on my wall that I took 47 years ago.

[@JoDaniels]

Pre-sunrise light over the Dunes is definite my favorite. Again a video full of wonderful and inspiring images👌

[@nb7524]

Absolutely love these shots, they are gorgeous!

[@michaelbandeko3519]

My favorite place to shoot. Nicely done!!

[@davebryer6133]

These are some cracking images. The one you described as a mirror image triggered my vertigo, something about that soft out of focus look in the center of the image made me think I would fall out of my chair. Beautiful place and beautiful photos.

[@patriciophoto]

Amazing work Michael 👏🏼👏🏼

[@MichaelShainblum]

Thanks for watching Patricio, I really appreciate it!

[@lindahenderson2113]

Thank you, Michael! Absolutely beautiful photography. I look forward to the next one.

[@leojphilip732]

Beautiful images! I like both soft and dramatic light shots, but soft light has an ethereal feel to it.

[@karynhonor5046]

the first image is just amazing - well done! I did love them all .. but that soft light is just incredible

[@susannestockli]

Absolutely stunning pictures! I like the soft tones before sunrise best. The tone fits the dunes characters.

[@joelk8228]

I like the contrast of the darker pictures! Nicely done, all are great!

[@hoythausgsp]

Terrific video and images. Love the one with the rim light.

[@paultrunfull3324]

Awesome 1st image, love the pano, must admit love both types of light. Just goes to show how different the image will be at different times of the day nice one.

[@donJaneiro]

Phenomenal shots, couldn't agree more with the comments on the variety of light over the dunes!

[@gkornmueller]

That is AMAZING!! Thank you for the BTS footage and comentary.

[@eclond2279]

Brilliant, i love this kind of pictures

[@vincecicero9631]

Great visual aspect the Mesquite Dunes. Perfect for a clear sunrise. Plus the "Lawrence of Arabia" stye music was fitting ;-). Both the muted pre sunrise and crisp shadow images work.

[@Priceless_Photography_AZ_88]

Loved the first photo the early light

[@ashokan134]

Wow! Just incredible pictures!!

[@ansiechorn9228]

Thank you Michael, so inspiring and incredibly beautiful images of the dunes... much appreciated!

[@kevins8575]

Beautiful images in each of those very different lighting conditions. Great job!

[@1young-geezer]

I NEVER tire of your images, for a few years now. Seascapes, fog, dunes, lightning storms, here&there's. Wasn't sure I wanted to see more of your dune shots, I was so wrong. Every direction of view, every hour of light, I've loved it all in this episode. Thought I loved the subtle morning light and pale pastels, but as the day wore on it was just one surprise after another. Thanks Michael.

[@Pompelaify]

Absolutely gorgeous photos, I'm charmed. I'd love to see you edit these photos.🙏

[@dhaval0007]

Love the soft light sunrise pictures better. The colors pre-sunrise are somewhat magical, hues of pink and magenta are something I didn't know existed before I got into photography. Same with sunset too, every time when on a popular sunset spot, when sun has set and people start to leave and hardly experience the post sunset hues. Breaks my heart !

[@sarahinscotland]

So gorgeous…this is totally my vibe 😍 I love abstract landscapes

[@alhOOO2O]

A beautiful collection of images

[@paynescaping8957]

Excellent Video Michael, I love how relaxed you are and go with the flow of the session. Brilliant, will be watching all of your videos. Quite like the soft tones on the Dunes before Sunrise, however the one with them side lit is pretty special as well.

[@bethwodephotography]

Oh my goodness Michael all these images are simply exquisite! It’s so hard to pick a favourite. To come away with so many incredible images is amazing.

[@dainagoodinson2615]

quiet magnificence. extraordinary shots.

[@hannabolate5657]

I love abstract landscape photography, it allows your imagination run wild and free 😁 Your beautiful images are the best example of this. Amazing compositions 👍

[@markrothen]

Brilliant video and photography Michael!!

[@belaacs5238]

I call you "the Dune guy" who never disappoints.

[@alanclark9691]

Some really cool images Michael. My favourites are probably the first images with the soft pink light. Nice video.

[@stefanhodes9209]

Absolutely stunning images!!!

[@MichaelBlanchette]

Great abstract photos, Michael!

[@dbb8448]

yeah!!! this is incredible shots sir, love it very much. from Philippines

[@tjsinva]

Great stuff! 👍🥂

[@MichaelShainblum]

Thank you!

[@juanitakelly3082]

What a gorgeous and varied collection! I can never pick a favorite of your work. Makes me wish I were more of an early riser though!

[@raylander6329]

Soft reflected light for me; all great video

[@MrPrashanth619]

Woww..Beautiful images and Great video 🙌

[@Arw0809]

beautiful looking dunes

[@EzyYoutube]

In this scenario i love the bottom left image. Its such a minimalistic image with still alot going on and the pastel colours are just beautiful!

[@kathymeade4034]

We loved the video and creativity; especially loved the soft reflected light shots (first shot was just incredible). Thanks so much for sharing!

[@billbaker4970]

Soft light for sure Michael

[@waynearchibald3920]

Wow, these are great Michael!!!

[@williamdavidson1490]

Great video as usual M.S. the colour tones were amazing (the whole colour wheel displayed)

[@MichaelShainblum]

Thank you so much Bill!

[@Alastair6]

Great shots, Michael! I also have the Sigma 100-400 DG DN and I love it. I like your choice of music as well.

[@P.W.R.]

You done did it, Michael. Now this makes me want to take a trip to Death Valley for some photography. Incredible photos! I took a trip to the Anza-borrego because I'm closer to this region than DV. Went to the Borrego Badlands. Best desert shots I've ever captured! I didn't have a chance to check out the "Pumpkin Patch" but that will be next on my list. Looking forward to the next video.

[@mrjiggawatt]

I really like those first shots where the dunes are sorta pink.

[@LandscapesDronescapes]

Another great video! Really enjoyable to watch

[@VintageInsightPhotography]

What an amazing and stunning series of photographs. Your presentation here is spot on. You totally captured your emotion and thought process of creating these images. I loved the silver/gold images from the morning shoot. The subtle purple in the shadows is beautiful.

[@liljoe23la]

Such a beautiful video. Love the details on the sand and with the music was absolutely magical. Well done!

[@MichaelShainblum]

Thanks so much, I am really glad you enjoyed the music as well!

[@Goalieswede]

love your music choice to match the visuals

[@honorab6220]

Wow, I loved all the images, the pastels and the more intense direct light ones. My favorite was the first abstract of the pointy sand dune ripples. And what a fun video. I enjoyed your exchange with the bird.

[@tysonslade1852]

Absolutely stunning. Thanks for sharing!

[@nh-ss5pw]

thumbs up 👍👍

[@nicksaunders106]

Hi Michael, stunning images!!

[@brianbarnicle8052]

The image at 9:47 is spectacular 👌

[@Mr09260]

I cant wait to get my Nikon S 100-400and try these type of Telephoto shots

[@cajdajana]

beautiful, dreamy!!

[@sebastienblomme3127]

Absolutely blown away like everytime ! I'm doing macro photography and i also have these two different moments, just before sunrise with beautiful soft tones and after sunrise with the sun hitting the dew for another kind of pictures, more light centeted. Thanks again for sharing this high quality content

[@herbiebrady568]

As always, truly inspiring content, Michael. Stunning work. I cannot wait to make a trip out there!

[@johngrahamcurry1641]

Excellent photographs!

[@Zealor365]

Nicely balanced musical orchestration with the video. You really have grown in your presentation and choreography. I think it's time you found a new set of challenges through collaboration with others.

[@tilikumtim5562]

Fantastic (as always!)

[@wallywo7392]

Typically I'm not a landscape guy some of the work I see often has no appeal but these shots were great, really inspirational and beautiful!! Thanks for sharing and your hard work.

[@csaguros]

This is amazing Michael! I have to say that the 100-400mm lens is my favorite lens lately as I’m enjoying intimate/abstract photography. Great video!

[@floydianslip6108]

Wow. Your work with the dunes has got to be among my favorite photography ever. Made a trip across the country to Death Valley for the first time a couple of months ago. What a park! But I found the Mesquite dunes overcrowded and full of footprints. You must be visiting different dunes? Alas, I need to get back out to do more exploring!

[@jasonhudsonphotography4772]

Brilliant as ever. I'm heading to Death Valley in about 8 weeks and am massively inspired by your videos. Can't wait to go.

[@paulus0109]

Sometimes it seems very simple, pointing the camera at some abstract things and shoot the heg. But i now it’s not, you’v gotta “have the eye” to see the photo and wait for the right light. You shure do have that skill Michael. Beautiful images. Thnx

[@craigmantle5362]

You always get killer images with your 100-400mm. Super inspiring but I just wish I had some dunes to play in where I live. Looking forward to getting out with my camera regardless. Thanks for the content Michael!

[@aitorzm]

Lots of great images 👌👌You make it look easy, great job 💪

[@janewillis2421]

Stunning

[@stoettingerphoto]

I usually like the direct golden hour light way more, but your last shot with the blueish dunes made me think again and honestly, I can't decide which I like more right now :D Great Video with beautiful pictures again!

[@MichaelShainblum]

Thanks so much, definitely fun to compare all the different lighting situations :)

[@rafiqmalik2818]

Incredible

[@WilliamPatinoPhotography]

Nice one mate :) I've gotta get out amongst those dunes some day!

[@sirrichard77]

Great video and photos.👌

[@brianhigginsphoto]

Wonderful adventure & images...Did you notice the beautiful "dove in light" @ 13:30ish..?

[@robertoscipione8790]

Great work as always, just awesome!

[@tonicanabate6232]

¡Qué buena pesca!