I thought of you

© Donna Roberts

I thought of you

Uploaded: November 07, 2006

Description

John Connolly.....

.....when I saw this view - it is similar to your mini-pic!!

The first of a mini-series of images I saw in Sydney which reminded me of my BP friends
:-)


Comments

Stanley J. Contrades November 07, 2006

Have only seen pictures of this great piece of architecture and this one is outstanding, DDU, as well as being perfect for your Sydney album of memories!! Beautifully done, my friend, and a statement of your architectural eye and skill in capturing and displaying it!!
Much Aloha,
Stan #552690

Donna Roberts November 07, 2006

Several comments went on to other threads

Suzy Pindiyath said: What? A new series?? Wow!! That sounds GREAT, Donna. This is absolutely an excellent capture of this remarkable landmark and I love your POV on this. Lucky you, John.

And Donna Pagakis said: Very nice perspective Donna!!

Thanks Ladies!! #3555082

Karen Engelbreth November 07, 2006

Wonderful building and image, Donna - what a view.
And the architect is a Dane :0)) #3555088

Barbara Waldoch November 07, 2006

Terrific pov, Donna! #3555110

Paul E. Earl November 07, 2006

It does indeed look very much like John's mini-pic. A classic capture of this magnificent building "Out-of-QLD: DDU.
Were you on a Manly ferry? #3555136

Robyn Mackenzie November 07, 2006

Beautiful image, Donna! I haven't spent much time on BP lately, and have missed a lot of great images in your gallery. This is superb! :o) Robyn PS: I backed the cup winner today, so I'm happy... #3555147

Evy Johansen level-classic November 07, 2006

What a beautiful image, Donna!! #3555223

Paul Michko November 07, 2006

Very beautiful city scene, Donna. #3555257

Carolyn M. Fletcher level-classic November 07, 2006

LOVE IT!!! #3555339

Donald K. Cherry November 07, 2006

Lovely image and tribute, Donna! #3555360

Tammy Scott November 07, 2006

This is the perfect image as a tribute - I had dejavu for a moment.

The composition on this is great #3555405

Glenn E. Urquhart November 07, 2006

Beautiful composition and dedication, Donna!!! Very Well Done! Cheers, Glenn. #3555714

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe November 07, 2006

Great POV and capture Donna!! Excellent job with this! Jeff #3556119

Linda D. Lester level-classic November 07, 2006

Awesome image....It does look like his mini pic! #3556204

Nadine A. Lewis November 07, 2006

AWESOME, Donna! Love the composition and great dedication to John! Well done! <>< #3556477

Bill Wyatt November 07, 2006

This is so awesome I love the details and designs. Excellent job and dedication, Donna!! #3556607

Shelly A. Van Camp level-classic November 07, 2006

Beautiful capture..love all the colors and designs. I am so glad you are back!! #3556780

Carolyn J. Connolly November 07, 2006

WOW, Donna - FABULOUS capture of our BEAUTIFUL Danish-designed (for Karen E!), and Aussie-built, Sydney landmark!! ;o) It's just impossible to find a bad photographic point of view for the Opera House, isn't it?!! I KNOW my brother-in-law, John, will really LOVE that you dedicated this image to him!! Thanks, Donna - this is a WONDERFUL image!! :o) Phil and I hope you're having a GREAT week, and not working TOO hard!! ;o) #3556821

Stephen Zacker November 07, 2006

Great composition #3557355

David Phalen November 07, 2006

An outstanding capture of a truly beautiful building. #3557422

Colette M. Metcalf November 07, 2006

AWESOME, DDU!!! #3558030

Ray Clarke November 07, 2006

Beautiful photo Donna, I have not seen the Opera House taken from this angle before, brings back memories of a lovely holiday in Australia, just a few years back (ac) #3558062

John Connolly November 07, 2006

A splendid POV for probably Sydney's youngest, but most recognizable icon, Donna! Thank you for the dedication, I appreciate it! #3558176

Manuel Barrera November 07, 2006

Wonderful dedication, and lovely image, Donna. #3558865

Mary K. Robison November 07, 2006

Donna, this is a tremendous (and to me, new) view of the Opera House.
(Those Danes sure know how to design! LOL! And your countrymen did an excellent job bringing that design to "life"!)
Your capture is really superb, in every way. #3559044

Renee Doyle November 07, 2006

Wonderful capture Donna!!!! Can never tire of seeing this fantastic icon! And it does look like Johns mini-pic!
Hope you had a great day (saw Robyn picked a winner!)
#3559242

Lynne Morris November 07, 2006

A wonderful capture Donna, and I can see why it made you think of John! #3559389

Cathy Stancil November 07, 2006

Well done Donna ! This is fantastic ! Can't wait to see more... #3559405

Donna Roberts November 08, 2006

Thank you all so much for your great comments - great to hear from you!
Pleased you liked this John....
:-)
#3559500

Boris Kirpichnikov level-classic November 08, 2006

Donna!this is superb! #3561737

Jenny Bosmans November 08, 2006

WOOOW! SUPERB in every way, DDU!! I simply love this!! :) #3562888

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna November 08, 2006

Donna, I don't believe I have ever see the Opera house from this angle. It's great!!!! I LOVE it!!!!! The colors and details are wonderful!!!! ^.^ Kitty #3563154

Donna Roberts November 08, 2006

Hi there Boris, Jenny and Kitty - glad you like this one, it WAS quite a view and I thought this angle made a nice alternative from the usual shots we see of this iconic structure.
:-)
#3563985

Kirsten Kiki Kjaer November 10, 2006

What a superb capture of this special landmark, Donna. I love the special perspective and the contrast of different structures. Unique as well as beautiful. #3570684

Donna Roberts November 11, 2006

Thanks Kirsten - great to hear from you!
:-)
#3572686

eileen bedford November 17, 2006

BEAUTIFUL Capture of such a great structure.... #3599744

Donna Roberts November 17, 2006

Aw, thanks so much Eileen - it is always lovely to hear from you.
:-)
#3599989

John V. Roscich level-deluxe November 21, 2006

LOVE ALL THE SHAPES AND LINES
AWESOME COMP AND A BEAUTIFUL
IMAGE DONNA
JOHN #3614262

Donna Roberts November 22, 2006

Thank you very much John - glad you like it!
:-)
#3614495

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