In Awe of a Higher Power
Inside a church in Mystras57 total reviews
Comment from darjenka
wow ! so eye captivating ! such amazing architecture back then ..the colors are so earthy and complimentary to one another ,,composition is excellent , so is the detail in your photo , the window in the near center is very magnetic , draws the eye straight into it and around the whole image
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2011
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wow ! so eye captivating ! such amazing architecture back then ..the colors are so earthy and complimentary to one another ,,composition is excellent , so is the detail in your photo , the window in the near center is very magnetic , draws the eye straight into it and around the whole image
Comment Written 01-Oct-2011
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Comment from MilicaFanArt
Your description on the photo is excellent and I share your feelings about the ancient artists entirely. What I like in this picture is that you have made the stones glow with some kind of a silky light which makes this sacred place looks magical!
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2011
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Your description on the photo is excellent and I share your feelings about the ancient artists entirely. What I like in this picture is that you have made the stones glow with some kind of a silky light which makes this sacred place looks magical!
Comment Written 01-Oct-2011
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Comment from angel4451
This is a nice shot. The color, contrast, and lighting are good. The framing is good too. The subject is sharp, and good story telling ability. its amazing the artwork and detail that was done, so long ago. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2011
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This is a nice shot. The color, contrast, and lighting are good. The framing is good too. The subject is sharp, and good story telling ability. its amazing the artwork and detail that was done, so long ago. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 01-Oct-2011
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Comment from Betty517
I feel like I'm stepping into the past! I can almost see it when it was first painted. It must have been glorious.
Betty
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2011
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I feel like I'm stepping into the past! I can almost see it when it was first painted. It must have been glorious.
Betty
Comment Written 30-Sep-2011
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Comment from robina1978
Think it is marvelous. Good composition. I would have taken a shot like this as well and then others more detailed. The paintings have lovely colours, pity they were not protected from fading.
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2011
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Think it is marvelous. Good composition. I would have taken a shot like this as well and then others more detailed. The paintings have lovely colours, pity they were not protected from fading.
Comment Written 30-Sep-2011
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Comment from dollvr713
I think I know how you felt when you saw these ancient frescos. I am religious, but not Christian. I don't think that affects the awe of seeing these, even in their state of decay. In 2006 I was in Israel. One of the places I visited was Masada. I have posted one photo looking down from the top of Masada. If you are not aware of Masada, it is an isolated plateau on the top of cliffs in the Judean desert. King Herrod built his retreat here over 2000 years ago. What is so amazing is that there are still tiles on some of the floors that date to that time. There are also paintings, which I think are frescos, but I'm not sure on some of the walls. These paintings are also over 2000 years old. The dry desert has so far preserved these pieces of the ruins. Because of the lighting and not having an appropriate camera, I don't have photos that I can post of these marvels. I do have snapshots that I can enjoy for memories. I'm so pleased for you that you were able to capture his magnificent image. I can totally understand your not wanting to make any kind of change to this photo, making it as true to your view as is possible with a camera. Thank you so much for posting this treasure. I am so pleased that you decided to share this wonderful piece of history with us. I think you did a magnificent job in capturing this church, which in what I seem to recall is the older Greek Orthodox tradition, has no seating arrangement. Everyone stood through the whole service. I am not totally positive of this memory, but it does stick in my mind. Again, thank you so much for posting this wonderful piece of religious architecture with its magnificent paintings.
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2011
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I think I know how you felt when you saw these ancient frescos. I am religious, but not Christian. I don't think that affects the awe of seeing these, even in their state of decay. In 2006 I was in Israel. One of the places I visited was Masada. I have posted one photo looking down from the top of Masada. If you are not aware of Masada, it is an isolated plateau on the top of cliffs in the Judean desert. King Herrod built his retreat here over 2000 years ago. What is so amazing is that there are still tiles on some of the floors that date to that time. There are also paintings, which I think are frescos, but I'm not sure on some of the walls. These paintings are also over 2000 years old. The dry desert has so far preserved these pieces of the ruins. Because of the lighting and not having an appropriate camera, I don't have photos that I can post of these marvels. I do have snapshots that I can enjoy for memories. I'm so pleased for you that you were able to capture his magnificent image. I can totally understand your not wanting to make any kind of change to this photo, making it as true to your view as is possible with a camera. Thank you so much for posting this treasure. I am so pleased that you decided to share this wonderful piece of history with us. I think you did a magnificent job in capturing this church, which in what I seem to recall is the older Greek Orthodox tradition, has no seating arrangement. Everyone stood through the whole service. I am not totally positive of this memory, but it does stick in my mind. Again, thank you so much for posting this wonderful piece of religious architecture with its magnificent paintings.
Comment Written 30-Sep-2011
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Comment from Msgt Clark
Boy Annie wouldn't you have liked to seen it when it was all there and freshly painted? It must have been beautiful. I always marvel at the magnificent work that was done with crude tools in anchient times. I wonder if future generations will feel the same about what is being done today?
Good focus
Good framing
Good lighting
Good composition
Good initial impact
Good overall presentation
Thanks for sharing. Dave
reply by the author on 30-Sep-2011
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Boy Annie wouldn't you have liked to seen it when it was all there and freshly painted? It must have been beautiful. I always marvel at the magnificent work that was done with crude tools in anchient times. I wonder if future generations will feel the same about what is being done today?
Good focus
Good framing
Good lighting
Good composition
Good initial impact
Good overall presentation
Thanks for sharing. Dave
Comment Written 30-Sep-2011
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Comment from peter
This is very great, I like the very interesting story. I'm impressed of the beauty. The presentation is well chosen. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 29-Sep-2011
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This is very great, I like the very interesting story. I'm impressed of the beauty. The presentation is well chosen. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 29-Sep-2011
reply by the author on 29-Sep-2011
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Thank you very much
Comment from joelise
Good initial impact. Good focus, lighting and color harmony. The center of interest is to appreciate what remains and guess what is gone. The strong faith of the people who created it remains as a testimony of their gift to us. Good composition. Good technique, technical skill and story telling potential. Creativity of the title and thanks to artist for sharing this presentation.
reply by the author on 29-Sep-2011
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Good initial impact. Good focus, lighting and color harmony. The center of interest is to appreciate what remains and guess what is gone. The strong faith of the people who created it remains as a testimony of their gift to us. Good composition. Good technique, technical skill and story telling potential. Creativity of the title and thanks to artist for sharing this presentation.
Comment Written 29-Sep-2011
reply by the author on 29-Sep-2011
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Thank you very much
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You are most welcome, joelise
Comment from anna ryan
Wow this is such an immpressive and powerful shot. I feel like I am right there lookin up at this! Just love the textures in this, everything is sooo old and nearly ready to crumble. Great lighting, colours and focus. Well done! :)
reply by the author on 29-Sep-2011
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Wow this is such an immpressive and powerful shot. I feel like I am right there lookin up at this! Just love the textures in this, everything is sooo old and nearly ready to crumble. Great lighting, colours and focus. Well done! :)
Comment Written 29-Sep-2011
reply by the author on 29-Sep-2011
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Thank you very much