Uploaded: October 16, 2012 19:09:47
There are study tables with interesting green-shaded lamps in the library at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines. I've tried to capture the essence of being in the room itself and have included a portion of the ornate spiral stairs that provide access to the stacks of books.
Photo taken October 10, 2012
Finalist (T&P) October 2012
Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: -2.00, ExposureTime: 1/30 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 200, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 24.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Nikki McDonald October 17, 2012
Isn't this the most beautiful building? Inside and out! Those stairs are fantastic, Terry. #1492856Dr Silly October 17, 2012
Wonderful capture. :O)Bob Cournoyer October 17, 2012
I really like your angle/light/reflections.. :-) #10373537Joy Rector October 17, 2012
beautiful shot #10373618JudyAnn Rector October 17, 2012
Superb image, Terry. #10373696Chris Budny October 17, 2012
What a wonderful library... love your comp with the stairs reflected in the glass. #10373765Terry A. Stoa October 18, 2012
Thanks for looking Nikki, Doc, Bob, Joy, JudyAnn and Chris.And Nikki - it's a fabulous library, on many "most beautiful libraries" lists. Camera and tripod friendly, too. #10374721
Michele Peterson November 29, 2012
Wonderfully clear and well taken. Looks like a fabulous place to wander through or to find a book and hang out to read it! Congratulations on the finalist! #10439276Terry A. Stoa November 30, 2012
Thanks, Michele. #10440039Mary Beth Aiello November 30, 2012
LOVE the POV on this, Terry. Simply gorgeous. Huge congrats. #10442106Mitch Spence November 30, 2012
I think the light here is so very nice, Terry. Congratulations. #10442270Terry A. Stoa December 01, 2012
Thanks Mary Beth and Mitch - I appreciate your kind remarks! #10444576Merna L. Nobile December 04, 2012
To my photo friend:
Look back with pride,
Look forward with excitement,
Enjoy the success of the day.
CONGRATULATIONS! Merna
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Terry A. Stoa December 04, 2012
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