Brunch with Battutah
Our valley - Cigel, Slovakia
Posted by Michael Skorulski (Cigel, Slovakia) on 2 July 2008 in Landscape & Rural and Portfolio.
Taken from the back window of our house. The large building in the distance at the base of the hill is Bojnice Castle (pronounced Boynitsay). For a closer look at the castle, view the photo from January 5, 2008 in my portfolio.
To read my most recently published story click on the following link: Lure of the Titans: Threatened Canadian island beckons with a last stand of arboreal wonders - San Antonio Express-News
Rhys from Darlington, United Kingdom
I like the semi-abstract feel to this; the regulated pattern of the grey roof against the natural rolling landscape.
2 Jul 2008 5:30am
@Rhys: Right on with your comment. Thank you, Rhys.
Shun from Mühlheim am Main, Germany
After having a look at the castle photo mentioned, I am still not sure if I have been there... My parents and I have been to Slovakia quite often when I was a child. I should ask my mom...
Today's photo is a great work again. This scenery comes great in black & white. Compliments...
2 Jul 2008 6:12am
@Shun: Thank you very much, Mirko. It's interesting if you have visited. The castle in Bojnice is one of the most visited places in Slovakia.
@Vink: Thanks so much, Vink.
KIJI from Valenciennes, France
Simple and beautiful. Like a cat having a nap on the roof we can contemplate this peaceful landscape
2 Jul 2008 7:00am
@KIJI: That's a great interpretation. thank you, KIJI.
@Saeed: Thank you, Saeed.
Koushiro~光子郎 from Singapore, Singapore
Great composition! And the effect is wonderful too!
2 Jul 2008 8:24am
@Koushiro~光子郎: Thank you, Koushiro.
Observing from Local, United Kingdom
Well spotted... I like how the roof mimics the mountains.
2 Jul 2008 8:36am
@Observing: Thanks very much, Mike.
Japanalia from Yokohama, Japan
A beautiful composition and the choice of tonality makes it even more attractive! Stylish I'd call it!
2 Jul 2008 9:20am
@Japanalia: I like your choice of words. "Stylish" has a nice ring. Thank you, Gabriela.
@Denis P: Merci, Denis.
Betty from New Jersey, United States
An incredible view from your back window, Michael! Excellent composition and beautiful in B&W.
2 Jul 2008 9:55am
@Betty: Thanks so much, Betty.
Ron from Saint Louis, United States
A beautiful panoramic view, Michael ... what a sight to look out upon ... marvelous! Really enjoyed your story in the Express ... the energy of the old growth has very obviously influenced your gifts for writing and photography. I would love to visit Meares someday and experience the spirit of the great forest ... sounds like a transforming experience.
2 Jul 2008 10:23am
@Ron: Yes, it is a remarkable and memorable experience, Ron, one that I hope to experience again. Many thanks.
Craig from Vacaville, California, United States
A gorgeous sky and mountain scene! Love the B&W!
2 Jul 2008 10:57am
@Craig: Thank you very much, Craig.
@Lorraine: As are you. Many thanks, Lorraine.
MaryB from Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Ahhhh! pure bliss! what an amazing view you have Michael.
Off to check out the link :)
2 Jul 2008 11:29am
@MaryB: Thanks so much, Mary.
vu@granby - Wolfgang from Granby, Québec, Canada
Very good photo, and I love your text as well. Thanks for the link!
2 Jul 2008 12:46pm
@vu@granby - Wolfgang: Thank you very much, Wolfgang.
Sammi from New Jersey, United States
This is a beautiful scene. Your writing is fantastic as well.
Great job, Michael.
2 Jul 2008 1:03pm
@Sammi: Thank you, Sammi.
MadScientist from Düsseldorf, Germany
Super composition and very well executed in B/W! Congrats to your publication, btw!
2 Jul 2008 1:25pm
@MadScientist: Thank you very much, MS.
hugo poon from Hong Kong
Spectacular sight wonderfully captured and processed!!! Now I'm off to read your story.:-)
2 Jul 2008 2:31pm
@hugo poon: Thank you for the delightful comment, Hugo. Hope you enjoy the story.
@MahGol: Many thanks, MahGol.
Rags from Plano, United States
Superbly shot image. I like it that you showed us a personal image.
2 Jul 2008 3:13pm
@Rags: Thanks, Rags. Glad you liked it.
@Nataly: Thank you, Nataly.
@Ras: Thank you, Ras.
standley from brou-sur-chantereine, France
Superb composition Michael. I like the tones. What a beautiful view you have!
2 Jul 2008 6:24pm
@standley: Thank you, Richard. Yes, it's a great place to live.
dj.tigersprout from San Bruno, United States
excellent capture here michael! love the expanse of the roof as it leads out to the view and then drops off into an idyllic rural type setting. then the forested mountain in the far distance mirrors the sharp angle of the roof bringing the eye up to rest just below the expansive and perfectly 'clouded' sky. marvelous!
2 Jul 2008 7:09pm
@dj.tigersprout: A super analysis, Jaycee. Spot on. Thank you.
Tracey from White Hall, United States
You are lucky to have such a wonderful view. Gorgeous capture of the beauty around you.
2 Jul 2008 8:03pm
@Tracey: Thanks so much, Tracey
Marion from Nanaimo, BC, Canada
A lovely view from your back window Michael. Now I want to see it in color even though I love the b&w. Show us more.
2 Jul 2008 10:17pm
@Marion: Thank you, Marion. the color version will come soon.
@Twelvebit: Thank you, 12 bit.
Judy from Brooksville-Florida,, United States
This is a wonderful image .......... and your story brings me to tears. Your way with words and your expression of your feelings is so good. To be alone with nature is one of life's best experiences.
3 Jul 2008 12:08am
@Judy: Thanks for the delightful comment, Judy.
amy from Nanaimo, BC, Canada
Love how the clouds are just suspended so dramatically. Perfect in the b/w, Michael!
I'm back. Will post for tomorrow... ;-)
3 Jul 2008 12:58am
@amy: Good to hear that. Thanks, Amy.
pLusOne from Cheonan, South Korea
wow, So cool b/w shot!
I always like watching cloudy sky, too.
Like the texture of the foreground building.
3 Jul 2008 2:10am
@pLusOne: Thanks so much, P1.
Michael Rawluk from Prince George, Canada
I love the composition. I would never have thought to shoot it that was. And the grey tones are excellent.
3 Jul 2008 4:19am
@Michael Rawluk: Thanks, Michael. It was an experiment that turned out OK.
Dada from Slovakia
Hi Michael,
It is marelous photo. I like it. I can not see Bojnice castle from ours windows.
Bye. Your neighbour Dada.
3 Jul 2008 7:49am
@Dada: Thanks Dada. It was great that you visited.
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