Down by the riverside Photo

Photographer’s Note

A Hindu deity watching over the mighty Brahmaputra river in Assam state. Wherever I saw the river in various places, it always seemed to be covered in a haze that created a strange atmosphere.

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saxo042 (15448) 2009-03-21 9:17

Hej Gert,
This is a very good picture, sharp and well balanced and also with very good colours. But the size of this deity is a bit hard to comprehend, especially when looking at the tiny persons on the shore. But whatever, it is really a very interesting capture!
Hälsningar
Gunnar

Joanamag (106) 2009-03-21 11:48

Hi Gert,

Interesting picture, the colours are good despite the cloudy weather. What is really amazing is the size of this deity, uncommon isn´t it. Also a bit scary with the birds flying nearby....

Thanks for sharing it!

Joana

nirvana73 (8614) 2009-03-21 13:59

Hello Gert
very nice and interestin picture
very strange atmosphere, true
thanks for sharing
regards
Ozhan

fanni (8733) 2009-03-21 14:10

Hej Gert,
this unusual "exotic" creature, the deity, is the main element of this view - mysterious (and so real and customary for local people at the same time); the hazy atmosphere complements the mysterious mood.
To me, India is full of various mysteries, strange riddles and beautiful colourful traditions.
I like the colours of the deity - rich, warm and hazy! It stands so clear and bright and unusual against the dull colour of the river... Curious place, indeed! I like the way you choose unusual views as subjects for your photos.
Kind regards,
Elena

emka (21179) 2009-03-21 17:29

Hi Gert, Very strange photo. This deity looks very unpleasant, I think it's Kali, with this red tongue and small heads around her. brrrr. will they later burn it? Very interesting view.

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Malgorzata

scalerman (25711) 2009-03-21 18:23

Gert: a strange one, but I like it. The background completes a mysterious tale unravelling from your lens here. regards, c

mafegan (4107) 2009-03-21 22:52

Hi Gert
A very strange photo especially with the hazy atmosphere. The birds are hovering around in anticipation of something happening. Tfs, Marlene

SteveH (3883) 2009-03-22 1:23

Hi Gert, India is endlessly fascinating and this image expresses much of that. The (to my eyes) garish religious images, the sky full of kites, the washing hanging out on the river bank. Nice one. Good to see you back, trust you had an enjoyable holiday. Cheers, Steve

skippy007 (6957) 2009-03-24 17:14

Hello Gert, The first thing I looked at this time was the date taken, I don't want to make the same mistake. When I first looked at this I thought is lacked a little something maybe contrast but after reading your note about the haze I think you have captured that eerie atmosphere well. An interesting image especially for someone like me who has never been in that part of the world.
Well done & thank you
Regards
Santo