Steep Steps!
A tunnel in England.9 total reviews
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
Days of such streneous adventures are over for me. Nowa days I enjoy watching such interesting scenes on TV! The framing works beautifully, and the blend of intriguing light, shadows, and vibrant colors makes this shot stand out
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2025
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Days of such streneous adventures are over for me. Nowa days I enjoy watching such interesting scenes on TV! The framing works beautifully, and the blend of intriguing light, shadows, and vibrant colors makes this shot stand out
Comment Written 11-Feb-2025
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2025
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Very many thanks for your interesting and amusing review!
Comment from orchidrn
This a wonderful and mysterious view of the steps leading where? The angle of the shot is very good and creates a lot of interest. I love exploring caverns and caves.
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2025
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This a wonderful and mysterious view of the steps leading where? The angle of the shot is very good and creates a lot of interest. I love exploring caverns and caves.
Comment Written 10-Feb-2025
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2025
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I am grateful for your nice review! This is one of 4 show caverns. Originally they were working mines, getting the semi-precious mineral Blue John. It was used locally to make jewellery.
Comment from Kathy Banich
Hey Nik,
This is a fascinating image, especially due to the interplay of lighting rather than just the steep steps. The various elementsâ€"be it the type of lighting used on the rails, the camera's white balance, the reflective surface of the rocky walls, or a high ISO settingâ€"each seem to contribute to the yellow light cast throughout the scene, adding a unique layer of intrigue.
Your point of view provides a wonderful perspective of the 'many' steps to descend and ascend upon. The warm, golden hue created by the lighting enhances the atmosphere, making the steep descent feel even more dramatic and inviting. The careful composition draws the viewer's eye along the pathway, inviting them to explore the depth and mystery of this captivating scene.
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2025
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Hey Nik,
This is a fascinating image, especially due to the interplay of lighting rather than just the steep steps. The various elementsâ€"be it the type of lighting used on the rails, the camera's white balance, the reflective surface of the rocky walls, or a high ISO settingâ€"each seem to contribute to the yellow light cast throughout the scene, adding a unique layer of intrigue.
Your point of view provides a wonderful perspective of the 'many' steps to descend and ascend upon. The warm, golden hue created by the lighting enhances the atmosphere, making the steep descent feel even more dramatic and inviting. The careful composition draws the viewer's eye along the pathway, inviting them to explore the depth and mystery of this captivating scene.
Comment Written 10-Feb-2025
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2025
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Very many thanks for your detailed and thoughtful review! Pleased you enjoyed my image.
Comment from Maureen Woychyshyn
That is way too many steps for me to wanna go up and down. Composition shades tones colours and presentation is very well done. I love the glow. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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That is way too many steps for me to wanna go up and down. Composition shades tones colours and presentation is very well done. I love the glow. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 10-Feb-2025
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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Very many thanks! Here the only way is up!!
Comment from JirinaInspire
You have wonderful feel for interesting images that many would not see if you did not take a picture.
Great colors, details and intriguing presentation!
Thank you for sharing
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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You have wonderful feel for interesting images that many would not see if you did not take a picture.
Great colors, details and intriguing presentation!
Thank you for sharing
Comment Written 10-Feb-2025
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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Very many thanks for your kind review and interpretation!
Comment from Jewell McChesney
Interesting viewpoint of these steep stairs from the top. It seems as though there's an optical illusion because the railing for the stairs is sitting on top of the stairs on the left. Makes me confused. All I can tell you is, I don't think I would want to be going down them!
It's a great shot Especially in dim lighting.
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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Interesting viewpoint of these steep stairs from the top. It seems as though there's an optical illusion because the railing for the stairs is sitting on top of the stairs on the left. Makes me confused. All I can tell you is, I don't think I would want to be going down them!
It's a great shot Especially in dim lighting.
Comment Written 10-Feb-2025
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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Glad my image interested you so much! It was a very steep, long climb.
Comment from suffolkbrian
Was this a mining thing when it was active,apart from that it does look an interesting place to visit have bee to underground places abroad but mainly caves rather than old workplaces as such,how far do you walk in this place...Brian
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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Was this a mining thing when it was active,apart from that it does look an interesting place to visit have bee to underground places abroad but mainly caves rather than old workplaces as such,how far do you walk in this place...Brian
Comment Written 10-Feb-2025
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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Yes, this is an old mine, in which you can take various long walks. Thanks for your kind review.
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you are welcome
Comment from MKFlood
Interesting capture. The angle of the shot of this stairway in the cave is great. The clarity is great. The capture of the light is great. The presentation is balance and eye appealing to the viewer. Good eye and great job overall.
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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Interesting capture. The angle of the shot of this stairway in the cave is great. The clarity is great. The capture of the light is great. The presentation is balance and eye appealing to the viewer. Good eye and great job overall.
Comment Written 10-Feb-2025
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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Very many thanks for your nice review, but it is not a cave but a tunnel!
Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Nik,
A beautiful picture of the steps leading down into the Blue John Cavern, in Castleton, Derbyshire I remember visiting them in 1957. Beautiful atmospheric composition framing, lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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Nik,
A beautiful picture of the steps leading down into the Blue John Cavern, in Castleton, Derbyshire I remember visiting them in 1957. Beautiful atmospheric composition framing, lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan
Comment Written 10-Feb-2025
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2025
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Your very kind review is appreciated! Pleased you enjoyed my photo.