dianinator OP t1_j6xp37c wrote on February 2, 2023 at 5:06 PM

I'm currently on a ski trip in Zermatt and this was last night's sunset. There were high clouds behind the Matterhorn, but the horizon was clear. The result was a spectacular light show, with the mountain casting a dramatic shadow. The clouds were moving fast, so this halo only lasted for a few seconds.

Shot on a Nikon D850, 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6. You can see more of my photography here: https://www.instagram.com/dibayo/

MalcolmPeterss t1_j6zo3ye wrote on February 3, 2023 at 12:43 AM

Love the tones here.

dianinator OP t1_j72fen5 wrote on February 3, 2023 at 4:19 PM

Thanks! Just the sky doing it's magic.

MonorailCat567 t1_j7004v7 wrote on February 3, 2023 at 2:14 AM

I was in Zermatt this fall, the top of the Matterhorn was shrouded in at least one cloud the whole time, even when most of the sky was clear. VERY jealous of this shot.

dianinator OP t1_j72fda7 wrote on February 3, 2023 at 4:18 PM

Yeah, the Matterhorn acts almost like a giant cloud catcher.

TheRaginalVash t1_j72ccjo wrote on February 3, 2023 at 3:59 PM

I’m also skiing in Zermatt this week and luckily saw this yesterday evening. I’ve been staring at the Matterhorn all week and was stunned when I saw these colors poppin.

dianinator OP t1_j72f8iy wrote on February 3, 2023 at 4:18 PM

Wasn't it just insane!? One of the best sunsets I've ever seen in the alps. Tonight might be good too - high clouds!