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In Awe of a Higher Power

Inside a church in Mystras

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Comment from JenniLynnPhotography


This is a really beautiful photo of an old church wall. I really love the murals and the old muted colors. Really nice job even with the light coming through the window. Great job!

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2011


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Comment from silversobota


This is an amazing shot! I love how the walk are all cracked and warn away while the light shining through makes it feel warmer, great focal point. Thanks for sharing!!

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Comment from dsuggett


The lighting is well done the merroral is clear and window opening is not washed out.
The focus is good as well. I might have lowered the camera slightly so I was looking up a little more to show off more of the cealing. Still it very nice.

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2011


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Comment from donkeyoatey


This is the sort of thing that really speaks to me..the beautiful decayingfrescos, the old worn stone, and the super detailing of your shot. I loveto see old creations, it engages my imagination, and makes me dream. Donkeyoatey

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Comment from LorrainePurviance


this has a great visual story to tell, the textures and the icons create the sense of the evolution from rough stone to beautiful paintings; you are right there is something awe inspiring when we see the tangible proof of faith sketched upon the stone; the shape, sound and light dynamics are incredible...excellent work

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Comment from carolcalkins


It is beautiful and special.
The colors are so soft and you do wonder about the people of the pass. so sad that we are still fighting each other. Enjoyed your notes very much.

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Comment from BurntOfferingsart


Nice shot. Both your titles and great appreciation of the places you photograph enhance your works. I believe your interest and insight set you apart from most photographers .
God job here .

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Comment from Max Giddings


This is a truly awesome structure that could really give us some history lessons. Very observant on your part to record this striking bit of ancient architecture.

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Comment from ademuro


Very nice
vary heart felt & special place I'm sure
Was this just a small section of the church?
The photo does capture the power of the church.

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Comment from The Condition Black


This is a beautiful shot... doesn't do the scene justice. I would love to travel and see some of these old churches.

When viewed from a distance your shot comes across a little gray... there is really nothing of prominence to catch the eye and draw the viewer in. Just the light of the window. So this piece could probably have used something to spice it up and make it a little more dynamic. Maybe a little additional contrast (although that is really a kitsch, cop-out way of achieving a more "dynamic" shot).

If you take a moment to stop by and actually look it over you get a more realistic sense of the scene you are looking at. Beautiful details, and you can really see the aging process throughout. I've always wanted to do a fresco like this.

You have a cool photograph, it is sad that it doesn't capture your attention better. I am sure that more people would be very interested in this shot if it caught them. Because it is a really nice shot.

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2011


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