Korean Friendship Bell

Posted by Suzanne (Huntington Bch, California, United States) on 14 January 2009 in Art & Design and Portfolio.

There is no doubt that once you know the story behind a photo that there is a better understanding of its contents. The big challenge to photographers is to be able to tell the story with only the image. The other thing is that it is not really necessary to feel the same emotion the photographer has, but rather that a response is made that triggers off a connection to something in the viewers life or reveals information that is new to him. -- Philip Wayner

San Pedro, California
http://www.sanpedro.net/panoramas/korean_bell.htm

If you like my photos, please take a moment to leave a rating on VFXY. Just click on the link below. Thank you, Suzanne

Zing from Hamilton, New Zealand

Beautiful light and shadow, nice warm tones.

14 Jan 2009 5:28am

Barry from Kingwood, United States

Hi Suzanne...Great warm colors. Look so inviting!

14 Jan 2009 5:54am

john4jack from Corvallis, United States

This opens up on my screen showing only the top half of the photograph; then you scroll down and see those gorgeous colors. It reminded me of being on retreat at a center in the hills above Santa Barbara. The composition and the lighting and the colors all come together to create such a feeling of calm and peace.

14 Jan 2009 6:25am

standley from Carquefou, France

The lighting is superb. What an appealing composition! I like the warm tones.

14 Jan 2009 6:25am

alireza from tehran, Iran

nice shot. i like the shadow

14 Jan 2009 6:25am

Scott Schilling from San Martin, United States

Very strong shadows and great light. The ocean view through the columns really draws me into the photo. Nice work. I also enjoy the quotes!

14 Jan 2009 6:30am

JamesC from portland, United States

Brilliant. Like the shadows and details.

14 Jan 2009 6:36am

Barbara from Florida, United States

Fabulous! Beautiful light. I recognized this right away. I stood right there and took a photo of my niece and nephew. My niece still lives in San Pedro. So nice to see it again from your perspective.

14 Jan 2009 6:37am

Jean-François from LES ISSAMBRES, France

contre-jour extra ! ....... les lumières sont bien exploitées ..... BRAVO

14 Jan 2009 6:55am

Mike from Lichfield, United Kingdom

You've done really well with this because the contrast in lighting makes for a very difficult photo. I love the warmth in the shot. Fantastic.

14 Jan 2009 7:23am

Linerberry from Sumner, Christchurch, New Zealand

Never a truer word spoken than that of Philip Wayner and the words above!!! I love the light and shade of this image and the way the light bounces off the bell, its like the bell is making the light shine:-) Beautiful!

14 Jan 2009 7:29am

chrissy from London, United Kingdom

nice shot, I also like the light and shade of this image, well captured

14 Jan 2009 8:18am

DaveB from Exeter, United Kingdom

Great lighting and colours in this one

14 Jan 2009 10:21am

grouser from Ludlow, United Kingdom

Instantly
Eastern
Intriguing textures and composition

14 Jan 2009 11:24am

Lorraine from Gatineau, Canada

Ok then, I'm just going to sit here and absorb the beauty of this, wow seriously Suzanne this is a slice of heaven :)

14 Jan 2009 12:07pm

Cheryl from Texas, United States

wow, this is beautiful, I love your perspective. Looks like something that would be at Depok Chopra's place down there in SanDiego! Looks like a great place to meditate. Well Done!!!

14 Jan 2009 12:17pm

Don Wiley from spokane, United States

I like the warm tones and the way the light bounces around the upper interior of this image creating a very appealing mood. Well done.

14 Jan 2009 2:16pm

dogilicious from Millerstown, PA, United States

Great angle for this shot. You captured some excellent natural light and the important elements.

14 Jan 2009 2:28pm

Steve Rice from Olympia, United States

A wonderful image filled with beautiful light.

14 Jan 2009 5:46pm

Stephen Phillips from San Francisco, United States

Beautiful, Suzanne - I love the light and shadows here.

14 Jan 2009 7:04pm

Giovanni from Milan, Italy

What a beautil light! Love the warm tones and the composition. Very well done!

14 Jan 2009 7:57pm

Marcah from Quincy, United States

Beautiful architecture and wonderful light and shadow play.

14 Jan 2009 8:16pm

drum from carcavelos, Portugal

great light control
excellent shadow result

14 Jan 2009 9:36pm

Marcie from United States

Love the color..the shadow..the light. Wonderful composition. So very w-a-r-r-r-m!!!

14 Jan 2009 10:03pm

Olivier Jules from Lanciano, Italy

beautiful picture

14 Jan 2009 10:34pm

Susan from Pompano Beach, FL, United States

I love the whole look of this shot, the colors, the light, the darkness....You've definitely triggered off a connection for me with this shot!!

14 Jan 2009 11:12pm

k@ from Paris, France

Magic hollywood-like production ! :)

14 Jan 2009 11:20pm

willow from Chelsea, United States

Wonderful!!!! The lighting is perfect. I like the quote, too. This image definitely comes packed with emotion and I like that you've left the story up for my imagination to create.

15 Jan 2009 1:00am

Observing from West Cheshire, United Kingdom

Just like a palace, strong lines and shadows give this shot impact.

15 Jan 2009 1:32am

vu@granby Gilles Martineau from Granby, Québec, Canada

I like this view of the columns that inspired the greatness and strength.

15 Jan 2009 1:57am

Jen from Alpharetta, United States

The shadows and depth of the textures is wonderful!

15 Jan 2009 2:09am

Denise from Perry, United States

Such beautiful colors!

15 Jan 2009 2:50am

JJ from Jersey City, United States

beautiful warm feelings emanate from this with the warm tones, superb capture

15 Jan 2009 3:17am

Stunner from Kingston, Jamaica

Beautiful work here with the lighting! Lovely photo!

15 Jan 2009 3:18am

bluechameleon from Vancouver, Canada

Beautiful composition full of light and darkness. There is such elegance in this shot Suzanne!

15 Jan 2009 4:12am

phil76 from France

Beautiful atmosphere

15 Jan 2009 3:51pm

lordspudz from Caister on Sea, United Kingdom

Superb lighting very well captured

15 Jan 2009 5:51pm

amy from Nanaimo, BC, Canada

Exceptional light and shadows.... Fantastic, Suzanne!

16 Jan 2009 3:07am