Photographer's Note
It´s just a common scene taken under the archway of Cultural Centre of Hong Kong.But after two very colorful and vivid photos I posted last week,I´ve just wanted to show something in B&W.
I hope you like it.
bayno, ikeharel, annjackman, timecapturer, Sonata11, jhm, jlbrthnn, macjake, Noel_Byrne, raszid62, Cricri, pajaran, tedesse, danos, COSTANTINO, s_lush, mirosu, adores has marked this note useful
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CLODO
(24726) 2013-02-08 0:47
Hi
I like the diagonal parallel lines and their shadows, making a special framing for this lonely woman. very good B&W mood.
Greetings
CLODO
Hansaphotos
(5419) 2013-02-08 1:04
Hello Krzysztof
This is a beautiful b&w shot. I like ths simplicity of this fabulous composition. The diagonal lines of the columns and how the light falls on the floor together with the person walking in a nice position in the frame are great features here. The stonework on the floor adds nice texture. You have managed the light excellently. Great choice of title too. Congratulations, Krzysztof - you have produced a reall winner with this shot:) Have a nice weekend.
Best regards, Erling
bayno
(16175) 2013-02-08 1:11
Ciao Krzysztof,
this is the shot that i love...wonderful compo with so nice graphic element and a perfect managed of the light, also greta quality and dept....super good work my friend...and in B&W :)
best regards,
Valter
kasianowak
(2235) 2013-02-08 1:45
Czesc Krzysiu
Wcale nie taka znowu zwykla scena! Swietnie zaobserwowana gra swiatel i cieni, wspolczesna wersja techniki chiaroscuro z obrazow Caravaggia. Podobaja mi sie tez ukosne linie dodajace zdjeciu dynamiki oraz w odpowiednim momencie uchwycone sylwetki ludzi.
Pozdrawiam serdecznie
Kasia
npecanhuk
(53889) 2013-02-08 1:51
Hello Krzysztof!
Very interesting and attractive picture!
Black & white, exposure, sharpness, vertical format, chosen pov and composition are all excellent!
TFS - congrats,
Cheers,
Neyvan
ikeharel
(37280) 2013-02-08 2:44
Due to strong backlight, the choise of a B&W pic. was in tact, Krzysztof.
Nice take the diagonal shaped wall, when people stroll along and gave a good dynamic scale.
DOF and clarity were excelent collected.
Best regards,
Ike
annjackman
(13183) 2013-02-08 2:49
Hello Krzysztof,
I love this. I too took some pictures here a few months ago and posted one of the steps on TE. The people are so well placed in the frame and the graphic lines of light and shade are wonderful. Very well done.
Kind Regards, Ann
timecapturer
(30300) 2013-02-08 3:11
Hi Krzysztof
an effective B&W shot this. It has such a powerful light inside it and the human elements work excellently making the scale and depth so irresistible. Perfect detailing and I love the angular shadows. An original and spectacular presentation. Well done!
Have a great weekend - Brian.
marina7
(5822) 2013-02-08 4:32
Hi Krzysztof,
yes, it was definitely worth waiting for:) The shot's a killer. Magic in graphic. Fantastic composition, you sure have a talent for cool street pictures. Just amazing!
Best wishes
Marina
jhm
(122410) 2013-02-08 4:33
Witaj Krzysztof,
I am no great fan of black and white, but everything have to can on TE.
You chose a very well angle, this care for depth and perspective
Sharpness and clarity be superb.
Very well done, TFS.
Have a nice weekend,
John.
Sonata11
(28289) 2013-02-08 4:33
Witaj Krzysztof,
kolejne ciekawe zdjecie przechodzacej osoby pod ciekawym przejsciem. Interesujaca architektura ktora prezentujesz dzisiaj. Bardzo ladna i ciekawa kompozycja. Podoba mi sie. Bardzo ciekawa praca z ciekawego POV.
Serdecznie pozdrawiam i zycze milego dnia,
Barbara
lousat
(57610) 2013-02-08 5:24
Magnificent idea this geometric perspective,they walk in this trangles made by this architechture,i like the details and the perfect exposure to create this original tunnel whit a hard light at the end.Very well done,have a nice weekend and thanks,Luciano
Kamilutka
(3207) 2013-02-08 5:28
Czesc Krzysztof,
podoba mi sie geometryczna kompozycja tej pracy zaburzona z lekka (w bardzo pozytywny sposob) sylwetkami przechodniow. Czarno-biala kolorystyka bardzo ciekawie podkresla charakter tego zdjecia. Swietnie ustawiona ostrosc i dobrze gra swiatla.
Pozdrawiam cieplo
Kamila
ACL1978
(5773) 2013-02-08 8:15
A really perfect shot for a high-contrast B&W conversion, Krzysztof. The light really emphasizes the height of the pillars and casts exceptional patterns on the walkway. The woman is perfectly placed in the frame, and is counterbalanced well by the man walking in the opposite direction in silhouette. Very nicely seen and executed.
Andrew
jlbrthnn
(79773) 2013-02-08 8:57
Hello Krzysztof,
B & W and architecture create an atmosphere of science fiction. A beautiful and vivid graphic image. Good quality. Bravo.
Have a nice day
Best regards
Amicalement
Joël
rychem
(9181) 2013-02-08 9:07
Podoba się i to bardzo, ukośne linie tych filarów i światło pomiędzy nimi dają pierwszorzędny efekt
pozdrawiam
Ryszard
mesutilgim
(67940) 2013-02-08 10:53
Hello Krzysztof,
Nice b&w capture of this archway in Hong Kong.
Very good graphical effect.
TFS and best regards
MESUT ILGIM
macjake
(39227) 2013-02-08 11:10
Hi Krzysztof
what a great looking scene.
it has a super futuristic kind of look to it.
love the super sharp angled lines and play of light and shadow.
this is a very unique post, not sure how many other people have captured this same pov and subject.
10 out of 10!
cheers
craig
siudzi
(23857) 2013-02-08 11:16
Witaj Krzysiu - znakomita kompozycja!! Jestem pod ogromnym wrażeniem jak fantastycznie poradziłeś sobie ze światłem i uzyskałeś tak piękny kadr. Super praca!
Miłego weekendu!
Gosia
Noel_Byrne
(7329) 2013-02-08 11:50
Hi Krzysztof
Greetings from Ireland
I know your note says this is a common scene from Hong Kong, but for me, this is surreal, futuristic and fantastic. I dont know if perhaps I watch too many movies, but I see this almost like a portal. In the background, the traditional city in the distance but in the main frame, what looks like a time travel airport, or a space station! Its ana amazing effect to combine two worlds together like this, and to do it so smoothly.
The girl brings life to the scene, reinforcing for me the idea of this being a portal of some kind, and the light in the pillars is incredible. This is a fantastic scene, so much texture and uniqueness. You chose a perfect point of view and crop, and of course a black and white is always a wonderful choice. This makes me ache to see this beautiful place, wonderful shot, and thanks for sharing.
All the best
Noel
cornejo
(18020) 2013-02-08 12:02
Hello Krzysztof, Excellent photo of this interesting scene in black and white, very well composed with a great POV. A nice picture with good clarity and quality. A perfectly charming and good job done, congratulations my friend. Thanks for sharing this interesting work.
Good night and happy weekend.
Warm greetings from southern Spain.
Angel.
federico
(1601) 2013-02-08 12:12
hello
very nice B&W ,good composition and vertical frame
regards
fred
raszid62
(18196) 2013-02-08 16:26
Cześć
Bardzo dobrze, że zdecydowałeś się pokazać ten obraz w B&W - dzięki temu bardziej uwidoczniają się
linie- poziome skośne i pionowe, które są tu najbardziej przemawiającym elementem. Dwoje ludzi w pasażu łamie symetrie linii i to tez bardzo dobrze. Doskonała kompozycja.
Pozdrawiam
Józek
SnapRJW
(18712) 2013-02-08 22:00
Hello Krzysztof - What a fabulous B&W shot. The strong graphic elements are perfectly suited to monochrome which highlights the light and shade really well. Excellent composition with a good feel for depth thanks to the perspective and lighter tones in the distance. The isolated figures complete a fine shot. Top class work. Warm regards rosemary
dkmurphys
(36759) 2013-02-09 1:04
Hello,
What a great effect of the diagonals. I like the artistic result in great contrasts and textures. Well taken, have a fine weekend.
Daniel
amaryllis
(30149) 2013-02-09 5:59
Bonjour
une superbe photo en noir et blanc de cette femme qui marche dans l'ombre et la lumičre en alternance
une réalisation soignée
amicalement
Juliette
eldancer1
(17008) 2013-02-09 7:49
From what I've seen on TE, China has some very interesting combination of architectures. I like your pov and it has good dof with nice contrast. Good use of the shadows to create depth. Very well done, tfs.
abmdsudi
(26215) 2013-02-09 9:01
Hi Krzysztof
I like the graphic feel of this scene, enjoy the pov and so well framed to dramatize the parallel lines and graphic elements in it with the figs to make it happening. The mono treament is appropriate with excellent tonal contrast and the subtle shadows adding the depth, but above all I love the atmosphere, I reckon you excell here and you just seem to have that very keen eye. The 'feel' of the place is nicely captured with mystery fig. Excellent work :))
Warm regards
JFS
(32107) 2013-02-09 10:05
Wow!!!!! That's amazing!!!!I LOVE IT! Sorry, I've been in Milano and Cuggiono those days, I met Giorgio and Luciano, and Letizia. Great people all of them. I like mnore and more B&W shots my friend, we have to keep on posting them even TE people do not like them very much.
All the best,
Juan
adramad
(27550) 2013-02-09 11:12
Hello Krzysztof.
Extraordinary composition, creative and beautiful .... I like the big picture perspective and geometric nice game of it. Great potential is studded with these beautiful diagonal, that have great graphics. A success in this case the B & W.
Enjoy a happy weekend.
Best regards.
Luis.
Cricri
(86391) 2013-02-09 12:06
Hi Krzysztof
Trčs bon le cadrage, le jeu de lumičre de l'architecture, les reflets sur le sol, la présence des personnes chacun dans des sens différents, belle présentation en N/B
Belle soirée
cricri
lpi
(4424) 2013-02-09 16:15
Salut Krzysztof,
Un excellent cliché en noir & blanc!
Bravo et joli coup d'oeil!
Amicalement,
LPi
jcpix
(3261) 2013-02-09 22:55
Hi Krzysztof,
This was an easy choice of photos to comment on, it's fantastic. What a wonderful graphic image, the black & white format suits this extremely well. A compelling composition and splendid recognition of the subject matter. I especially like the patterns and strong lines, and the shadows and silhouettes are an added bonus effect. Impressive shot!
Cheers,
Jason
dush (0) 2013-02-10 0:06
Love the way the arch forms grey shadows in the grayscale composition. Absolute brilliant guise by the use of monochromatic shades.
ManuMay
(33311) 2013-02-10 10:44
Witaj Krzysztof!
Yes, this is a very good work!!!
Superb composition and use of architecture, the subject placement is the best possible, and the black silhouette at left side offers a very good contrast too...Excellent work!!
I love it!!
Have a nice day...
Manu
pajaran
(36190) 2013-02-10 10:58
Dobro vece.
Lep pogled i trenutak ...
Dobra ostrina snimka, kontrast, perspektiva.
Dobra kompozicija, lepo pokazano.
Lepa arhitektura.
Prijatno vece i sve najbolje.
Paja.
Good evening.
Nice view and a moment ...
Good image sharpness, contrast, perspective.
Good composition, nice revealed.
Beautiful architecture.
Good evening and all the best.
Paja.
Ninello52
(7065) 2013-02-10 14:09
Hello Krzysztof!
Congratulations! Fantastic image, great composition with beautiful light and be beautiful diagonals of the porch! Excellent choice of black and white! Bravissimo!
Best regards, Nino.
tedesse
(22116) 2013-02-10 14:14
Witaj!
Dobry tytul! Interesujace czarno-biale foto.
Doskonaly POV i wspaniala perspektywa, ladne swiatlocienie, super ostrosc.
Pozdrawiam
Tadeusz
chrisvek
(5445) 2013-02-10 14:20
Hello Krzysztof
Very good capture with B&W filter usage!Perfect composition and so clever look!Nice lightning usage too.Well done!
Have a nice evening
Chris
delpeoples
(44904) 2013-02-10 21:33
Witaj dear Krzystof
Wow, this is a stunning photo, and of all your beautiful modern architecture photos, is probably my favourite. Excellent choice with the B&W, the depth, the dynamic range and the contrasts are superb. What great graphism and you;ve introduced a very striking human element too. Great job, congratulations.
Warmest regards
Lisa
danos
(73960) 2013-02-10 23:05
Witaj Krzysztof,
nice the B/W scene from the archway of Cultural Centre in Hong Kong.
I like the beautiful scenery with the presentation of the passing by woman to adds life in the image.
Have a good week,Danos
Silvio1953
(98093) 2013-02-11 6:25
Ciao Krzysztof, fashinating B&W composition, splendid light, excellent clarity and wonderful perspective, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio
claudeD
(24173) 2013-02-11 11:17
Hello K.,
Very fine picture very well composed and a perfect choice for b+w mode. I like th vertical format and the very good contrasts. Very well done.TFS.
With regards from Luxembourg
JC
COSTANTINO
(42744) 2013-02-11 11:21
Hello
simplicity in sepia,
perfect detailing and
excellent combination of the light
first shot quality,special framing
for this lonely woman
you did your best
regards
Costantino
s_lush
(15580) 2013-02-11 22:20
Hello Krzysztof,
This is a highly aesthetic composition with strong graphics, which is intensified with the black-and-white mode. Perfectly well done!
Best regards,
Sergiy
mirosu
(5509) 2013-02-12 23:43
Hello Krzysztof,
A great use of diagonal lines. The deep depth of field is perfect. A well presented crop allows eyes to remain fixed on the diagonal structures. This is a really excellent photo, and is a good example of architectural mode. The great light and shadow play also lends a lovely contrast to the scene. Well presented in portrait format. Extra high quality monochrome photo.
Curious_Eye
(864) 2013-02-16 4:00
Witaj Krzysiu!
Gratulacje, to zdjecie jest znakomite! Swietne swiatlo, bardzo ciekawa kompozycja, czarno-biale medium podkresla zarowno grafike jak i emocje. Brawo!
Serdeczne pozdrowienia,
Iza
adores
(28196) 2013-02-20 16:01
Hi Krzysztof!
Really well captured!- the pavement, the diagonal lines, the light and shadows, the people so well placed... A good capture, with a good conversion to b&w!
Robert1969
(6224) 2013-02-22 0:24
Hello Krzysztof,
A picture with a nice "game" with lines, contrast
and shadows and that makes the picture the picture
exciting. The B&W emphasize that extra and it
makes the picture extra calmness.
Light management and composition are very good.
Friendly regards,
Robert
serp2000
(29172) 2013-02-25 2:18
Hello, Krzystof,
Splendid composition! It reminds me a Korkut's style. Good idea to make this picture in b&w version. Just an art work, original presentation of a Hong Kong daily life.
My congratulations!
Serghei
manatee
(4642) 2013-04-27 13:10
Excelent picture, I like the B&W gives elegance and nostalgy to this picture in a modern city this contrast mixing marvelous here.
TFS
Photo Information
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Copyright: Krzysztof Kusy (krzychu30)
(8849) - Genre: Places
- Medium: Black & White
- Date Taken: 2013-01-23
- Categories: Daily Life
- Camera: Nikon D3100, Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 G AF-S VR, Hoya CIR-PL PRO 1 DIGITAL 67mm
- Exposure: f/4.8, 1/15 seconds
- More Photo Info: view
- Photo Version: Original Version
- Date Submitted: 2013-02-08 0:32









