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Leave a Light On!

© Martie Last

Leave a Light On!

Uploaded: June 24, 2008

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The Cloisters f/22.0, 1/50, ISO 400, 24 mm focal length, EF24-105, f/4L IS USM lens, hand held, dodge and burn, no filters
I thought that the pieces of blown out sky gave this medieval structure a spooky feel. At first, I straightened the photo with a crop, but I decided it had a little more personality a little off kilter like this so I left it as is.

Exif: F Number: 22, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/50 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 24.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D

Comments

June 24, 2008

I like the off kilter, but then again I'm off kilter. Great comp, my eye was immediately drawn to the thumbnail. Nice Work! #948406

Martie Last June 25, 2008

Thank you so much for the feedback. I was wondering if I should one down the sky a little. #6104977

Joerg Schlagheck June 25, 2008

I like it too, Martie. That, along with the sky gives this a very dramatic look! Perfect for a medieval structure. #6105913

Michael Umbreit June 25, 2008

Martie - I have to admit that the "off kilter" look bothered me at first but then it grew on me! It does have a certain feel about it! - Mike #6107189

Martie Last June 29, 2008

Thanks about the feedback about leaving this photo off-kilter, Joerg and Mike U. I appreciate that you took the time. I like the new stuff on your galleries! Nice Work! #6121243

Teresa Burnett level-classic July 01, 2008

Ok, I guess I'm off kilter too, because I really like the off kilter angle!! And the sky is awesome just the way it is!! I love dramatic shots like this one!! Awesome work Martie!! #6130498

Martie Last July 05, 2008

Thanks, Teresa! I appreciate the feedback! I wasn't sure about leaving it like I did. #6143424

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