Posted by Michael Skorulski (Cigel, Slovakia) on 12 July 2008 in Architecture and Portfolio.
One of the most visited castles in Slovakia and quite an imposing place.
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the building is so beautiful...
12 Jul 2008 1:18am
@Ekaputra Tupamahu: Many thanks, Ekaputra.
Michael, this sky is perfect and creates a splendid mood for this castle - nicely captured.
12 Jul 2008 1:25am
@Stephen Phillips: Thanks for the great comment, Stephen.
great composition and lovely shot in cloudy day! nicely composed indeed! well done
12 Jul 2008 3:10am
@saeed: Many thanks, Saeed.
Beautiful composition. The tree not only frames this image, it is one of the vertical elements complimenting the towers. Excellent color and exposure.
12 Jul 2008 4:26am
@Observing: Thanks, Mike. A great analysis.
Excellent composition and light.
12 Jul 2008 4:47am
@Ana Lúcia Pires: Thanks so much.
....and a well composed shot! Real beautiful architecture and well balanced! Your capture does it honour!
12 Jul 2008 5:06am
@Japanalia: Thank you very much, Gabriela.
Another excellent take.
12 Jul 2008 5:20am
@Ana Lúcia: Thank you very much, Ana Lúcia.
I want to have taken this, I want to have it blown so big that it covers an entire wall...I love it, I guess you got that ;)
12 Jul 2008 5:25am
@Lorraine: Has to be the best comment of the day. thanks, Lorraine.
Nice light for the walls, and impressive sky : a great castle shot.
12 Jul 2008 5:27am
@Calusarus: Thanks so much, Calusarus.
Absolutely beautiful composition, Michael! An incredible building, wonderful details!
12 Jul 2008 6:49am
@Betty: Thank you so much, Betty.
This is so rich and full! I love the perspective, allowing us to see the steeples outlined against that dramatic sky. Good stuff all around!
12 Jul 2008 9:07am
@Tracey: Thank you very much, Tracey.
Amazing architecture! The sky looks so menacing, really gives a good effect!
12 Jul 2008 9:24am
@Koushiro~光子郎: Thank you, Koushiro. I hoped for a good effect.
Beautiful architecture! Well done Michael!
12 Jul 2008 11:41am
@Craig: Thank you very much, Craig.
I love the angle you used, Michael, of this wonderful architecture. The varying roof lines and the steeples are fantastic, and the tree anchors the photo along with the castle itself.
12 Jul 2008 11:56am
@Judy: A nice analysis. thank you, Judy.
Great composition with these vertical lines. I love the colours!
12 Jul 2008 1:34pm
@standley: Thanks very much, Richard.
imposing indeed! a very beautiful and well composed shot... i wonder what the view from the towers would be like... simply marvelous, i expect. do we get to see? :)
12 Jul 2008 1:47pm
@dj.tigersprout: On this trip I didn't go inside. Thanks, Jaycee.
Michael this is just gorgeous. What a wonderful skyline and what character each steeple has. The sky is also awesome. I am beginning to get the impression that you live in a most beautiful place. :D
12 Jul 2008 2:49pm
@Marion: It has its beautiful parts for sure. Thanks very much, Marion.
What a magnificent structure! Betty's analysis hit the nail on the head ... it's a beautifully (and thoughtfully) composed image, Michael.
12 Jul 2008 4:51pm
@Ron: Thanks so much, Ron.
Your classic composition really suits this castle and you were fortunate with that active sky! Works out well.
12 Jul 2008 5:02pm
@Ronnie 2¢: Thank you very much, Ronnie.
très belles couleurs dans cette image d'architecture. Le ciel chargé, et la lumière, ajoutent un plus.
12 Jul 2008 5:11pm
@Marie: Merci, Marie.
astounding image! I love the colours.
12 Jul 2008 5:54pm
@Jennifer Radio: Thanks so much, Jennifer.
cool castle
12 Jul 2008 7:09pm
@Daniel: Thank you, Daniel.
It looks really nice.
12 Jul 2008 7:25pm
@Rags: Many thanks, Rags.
A beautiful castle and angle.
12 Jul 2008 7:39pm
@akarui: Thank you very much, Akarui.
Love all those spires reaching up... Excellent pov for this one Michael!
13 Jul 2008 12:10am
@amy: Thanks so much, Amy.
I've read about this place and its many legends and the ghost! Did you stay over night? ;-)
Very nice HDR, btw. Brings out the details of the brickwork very well!
14 Jul 2008 6:49am
@MadScientist: Thanks, MS. Never actually stayed overnight there but it is possible.
Another great sky.
14 Jul 2008 11:14am
@Twelvebit: Thanks, 12bit.
Oh, btw, I just watched Black Sunday last night (aka Mask of Satan), by Mario Bava, and this castle fits right in.
14 Jul 2008 11:15am
@Twelvebit: Yes, it can have an evil look. thanks for commenting.
Wow! This place needs to go on my list of places to see. Great photo.
14 Jul 2008 4:48pm
@Steve: Thanks, Steve. It is your traditional fairytale castle.
postcard-perfect!
14 Jul 2008 8:13pm
@Damon Schreiber: Many thanks, Damon.
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