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Standing on the shoulder of Jesus


Standing on the shoulder of Jesus
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Copyright: Brian Graney (BrianGraney) Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 274 W: 31 N: 256] (1734)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-01-23
Categories: Architecture
Camera: Canon EOS 350D, 10-22mm
Exposure: f/10.0, 1/250 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version, Workshop
Date Submitted: 2007-08-04 12:36
Viewed: 687
Points: 20
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
When in Vung Tau one must climb the steep dusty steps to the Jesus statue which is based on the one in Rio.
Then one takes off one's shoes and begins the climb inside the statue to come out on the top of the arms for a spectacular view of the south China sea with container ships coming and going into Saigon harbour.

There's a front view of the statue in the workshop.

"On top of Nui Nho mountain stands the statue of Jesus overlooking the southern point of the peninsula and facing the South China Sea. The statue is 30 m high and was built in the early 70's. The statue is hollow. The inside is illuminated by light coming from 6 windows, 3 in the front, 3 in the back, that are shaped like the chinese character Tho (longevity). A spiral stair of 129 steps leads to the head. This is the largest sculpture in the South of Vietnam. Recent construction of a pathway has made the 30-minute hike up the mountain more pleasant and the panoramic view from various vista points along the way is magnificent."

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  • Fis2 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2352 W: 137 N: 1355] (31033)
  • [2007-08-04 12:42]

Witaj Brian!
Super composition. Good frame. I like the colors and light. Very impressive picture.
Regards
Krzysztof

Excellent POV! Well composed shot.
Greetings / Selcuk

Very successful compo, Brian.
When I was here the last time on March 26, 1972, they didn't build this statue yet. So I never had chance to be there, but friends told me its arm has been broken once. After repair, they blocked people from getting out of the head, due to danger. I am glad that you were safe after the shot.
If you ever return here, don't try again!
Thanh

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  • robiuk Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1962 W: 172 N: 2214] (9509)
  • [2007-08-04 14:12]

Very good, Brian!
STrange, but interesting angle.
Your highlights are very well managed.
Did you whisper into Jesus ears?
:-D
Robi

A fantastic picture - really unusual and interesting. I was in Lisbon recently and they also have a massive Jesus statue that overlooks the city (I don't know if you can go inside that one - in any case I didn't have time). Your composition is just perfect. Well done!
Regards,
Matt

My parents lived in VungTau from late 60's to late 80's but I only came home to visit them during summer holidays - I left VN late 1980 and have not had any chance to see this statue even knowing it has been there.

Probably one day I will come back to my "home town" and visit this statue.

TFS
BH

Hi, Brian,
Very unusual approach and POV. The effect is very nice!
TFS
Nice Sunday
Valerka:)

Unusual perspective and great note, I like the more conventional frontal view too.

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  • tcht Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1401 W: 73 N: 1354] (7116)
  • [2007-08-05 18:36]

Hi Brian
great pic from a beautiful place...like the composition a lot and theres some nice strong light on the statue. wonderful shot.
Cheers
Cheukhin

This works very well - following the direction of the statue's gaze really draws us into the frame.
There's not much else, just the scrappy bit of coast and the sea, but I rather like the emptiness of it all.
Good stuff Brian.

Cheers,
Ben

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  • jrj Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 5473 W: 504 N: 7191] (32616)
  • [2007-08-24 5:28]

Good idea Brian and a creative angle that sure presents this bug statue in the most interesting way. Good work.

Hi Brian, what a wonderful shot from an outstanding POV, i loved the colors and the depth of field. very well captured :) best regards.
Sam.

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