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06-SEP-2008

Mountains or Water, Which One Do You Like?

Cheung Chau, Hong Kong view map

Water and mountains are the two main elements in classic Chinese landscapes.
In Chinese philosophy, water is adaptable yet energetic while mountains are grand yet merciful.
Confucius, a Chinese philosopher (551-479BC), once said that
“the benevolent love mountains and the wise love water”.
So, which one do you like - mountains or water?

Posted on 7 September 2008
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Guest 09-Oct-2008 13:56
Nice shot!
Wilson 25-Sep-2008 06:06
My answer to your question is Both. They come together creates a fantastic scenery and becomes a great photo under your shot. I vote.
Robyco17-Sep-2008 14:00
The water is great and also the background !!! (V)
meekam tam10-Sep-2008 12:02
Hi, CM I prefer water. Beautiful picture!
Guest 08-Sep-2008 22:28
Alone, each can be very beautiful; but together they create magical scenes, such as this, CM! Gorgeous!
Unfortunately, all I have is water where I live :(
Chris Spracklen08-Sep-2008 16:08
Another magnificent masterpiece from a marvellous collection, CM.
Big vote!!
Kind regards, Chris
TuTmin08-Sep-2008 08:39
Superb capture.this is exactly what I like :mountains,water ,a place like your shot to seat and enjoy both of them.~V~
Guest 08-Sep-2008 08:06
....So beautiful Kwan ! Excellent lightning and details....Big vote vVv
Fong Lam08-Sep-2008 06:14
Another winning shot here, Kwan...........V
Simon Chandler08-Sep-2008 04:41
Beautiful composition with excellent capture of the cotton water. v
Guest 08-Sep-2008 00:33
A fine image to accompany an intriguing dilemma - albeit a straw man because these are surely not the only two options. A balanced life needs a little of everything in moderation.
Milos Markovic07-Sep-2008 19:11
Water as a basic element and essential substance for our existence.
Mountains as a guardians of clean air bring beauty, freshness and dynamics in our "flat" reality,
Who can actually make a wise selection. If we make an example from your photography, it is obvious that the combination of these two subjects are the right choice.
Steve Morris07-Sep-2008 18:02
Beautiful photography yet again CM . Like a father with two children, I love them both - mountains and water - both different, both beautiful, there's no way you can choose between them!!Big vote
Walter Otto Koenig07-Sep-2008 15:06
Excellent point of view and beautiful lighting. I like the way you captured the water. "V"
To answer your question I prefer water because it represents life and vitality to me.
hugo poon07-Sep-2008 14:16
CM, the picture is a beauty, as always... but the quote is great!!! Some HK people are talking alot about "HK Core Values" these days, but the older I grow, I somehow find myself even more impacted by the three "core values" of ancient Chinese - Wisdom (´¼), ren or benevolence (¤¯) and courage («i)...
DL 07-Sep-2008 13:43
No doubt that this is a beautiful photo. However, it is more interesting for me to read the message behind the photo. You are not only a professional photographer but also a great writer too! BTW, I love water !
Tomasz Dziubinski - Photography07-Sep-2008 13:05
Just beautiful, excellent exposure, Vote.
2004 07-Sep-2008 08:45
I do love water as it is energetic. That's very outstanding photo. I love the motion of water.
CM Kwan07-Sep-2008 07:26
Hi Daniel, A bag of water was hung on my tripod in order to keep it stable. CM
Guest 07-Sep-2008 06:26
Beautiful composition.
To answer Confucius question.. I do prefer water.

One question about this photo..
at 1/8 sec... How did you managed to get this photo so clear?
Suzanne Chouinard07-Sep-2008 05:47
Very beautiful. Great mood and feeling.
Debbie Blackburn Beierle07-Sep-2008 04:36
Beautiful! Wonderful mood and composition. (I like both but water is my favorite......pretty sure it's NOT because I'm wise!!! LOL)
Yiannis Pavlis07-Sep-2008 03:10
Spectacular capture and exquisite mood with such superb light .V
an nguyen07-Sep-2008 03:07
Old fashion beauty. V
Chad Ramsey07-Sep-2008 02:44
Another gorgeous shot! V