Outdoor light painting

Challenge #1 in the Valid works series. Hosted by Ugo78.

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Employ the technique of "light painting" in shots taken outdoor. Light painting must be original and not recreated with PP. Minimum exposure time must be 30''.

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by JeffGoran

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I went to Death Valley with this picture in mind, I'm glad i was able to bring it back :) Race Track Playa - Death Valley - CA

Camera:	Pentax K10D
Lens:	Sigma 17-70
Submitted:	Friday, 18th March, 2011 23:05 (GMT)
Taken:	Saturday, 24th November, 2007
Focal length:	17 mm
Shutter speed:	63 sec
Aperture:	F22
ISO:	100
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Total comments: 11

A very cool and creative use of light painting. Excellent.

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Been to the racetrack in 1972 (!) and I think that rock has moved since then!
(Seriously, a very clever and spectacular use of post-processing; I like it very much, congratulations!)

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Would love also to hear how you accomplished it!
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Vancouver Based Live Music, Environmental Portrait Photographer...

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if u don't mind could u share the technique?

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Keep up your great work. Very nice. Just AWESOME

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Great shot!

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Thank you all very much for the votes and comments
I really appreciate it a lot.

Jeff

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One of a kind. Creative photography at its best. Love this shot!

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Bravo!

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You really deserved the victory!
Very impressive shot.
Moreover, I have a soft spot for Death Valley...
Ugo78

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Great idea!

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