Fort Charles Photo

Photographer’s Note

Until the earthquake of 1692 Port Royal was the Capitol of English Jamaica. Several monuments of which this fort Charles is the biggest. Port Royal had a bad reputation until 1687, because of the many pirates that were tolerated here because the Gouvernor had not enough men to defend the city. Henri Morgan, Rock de Brasilian, Blackbeard and others were regular visitors.
In 1687 an anti-pirate agreement changed that and Caligo Jack was even hanged here.

feather, Budapestman, PixelTerror, siamesa, snunney, Vasa, belido, Cretense, Fis2, alvaraalto, jhm, ChrisJ, Cricri, leo61 has marked this note useful

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rodgerg (24243) 2009-10-07 2:39

Dag Gerrit,

The POV very well selecetd give a greta prospect to the image. Good framing too with the palmtree on the right. The warm colors of the fort and of the vegetation arise very well under this sky with a beautiful blue.
Have a nice day,
Roger

feather (49864) 2009-10-07 2:51

The place has an interesting anad infamous history. Well framed shot of the old fort with the modern attachment. Your POV which also includes the palm was a good choice.
Kath

Budapestman (42084) 2009-10-07 3:33

Hi Gerrit,
splendid shot of this exotic country, the composition is spectacular, the colours and lights are beautiful, very impressive photo of this fort, Have a nice day!
George

PixelTerror (86234) 2009-10-07 4:33

Hi Gerrit
A pleasant and tropical image under a superb sky and resulting light, this little tower looks much newer than the wall
have a nice day JY

siamesa (12960) 2009-10-07 5:04

Hi Gerrit

Fantastic this polarized sky. A blue that full the picture of beauty. Perfec sharpness and colours .Parabéns
Abraços
maria

snunney (34998) 2009-10-07 6:52

Hello Gerrit,
The azure blue sky makes a splendid backdrop for the old fort. I like also the presence of the palm tree, which creates a good sense of depth. Good tonal contrasts and excellent sharpness.

Dyerco (9120) 2009-10-07 7:44

Hi Gerrit
A nice simple composition withthe palm balancing out the tower. I have to admit the tower looks out of place with the wooden siding. Its probably been replaced a few times since 1687.
Cheers
Phil

Nicou (45003) 2009-10-07 7:47

Hello,

Fantastique image, ce beau palmier avec de belles coulerus douces, ce mure de vielle brqiue avec le kiosque avvancé, superbe compo.

Bravo et maitié

Nicou

Vasa (5676) 2009-10-07 7:56

I read your note too Gerrit. One idea more about Jamaica thanks to you. Your witness from that region is great, I saw also the others pictures you made. many thanks friend,

Branko

belido (16603) 2009-10-07 8:03

Hi Gerrit,

I like a lot the intense colors of this photo. It's very suitable to the scene. The tree shares well the view with the fort. Great job!
Regards,
Carlos

gilou530 (35280) 2009-10-07 9:59

salut gerrit
une photo trés lumineuse avec ce ciel d'un bleu terrible, cadrage nickel de cette tour de gué et le palier pour équilibrer
amitiés
gilbert

Cretense (56298) 2009-10-07 12:18

Hello Gerrit!

Great capture of this imposing castle with the unusual "watchtower"! Great composition and framing, great perspective! Flawless light management, wonderful colours!

Hercules

Fis2 (45923) 2009-10-07 12:28

Witaj Gerrit!
A vey curious object.
Good frame and super colors.
I like the light.
Well done.
Regards
Krzysztof

alvaraalto (5231) 2009-10-07 13:11

Hallo Gerrit,

Heb je nog kunnen achterhalen of de Vliegende Hollander hier ook nog langs is gekomen?
Mooie zonnige foto, maar het uitkijkhuisje is me iets te modern geschilderd in verhouding tot de oude muur.

groet Rob

gunbud (27951) 2009-10-07 20:09

Hi Gerrit,
Beautiful example of a colonial fort that provided protection from those nasty pirates.
Love the old brick against the vivid blue sky that contrast so nicely with the tropical palms.
Regards. Tom

jhm (82679) 2009-10-08 4:19

Dag Gerrit,

Het onderwerp is zeker goed, uw hoek keuze zeer mooi.
U plaatste de boom mooi naar rechts dit vult de foto op een goede manier.
Goed foto werk, bedankt.

Groeten,
John.

AiresSantos (42244) 2009-10-09 0:08

Hi Gerrit
Beautiful picture of the Fort Charles from a good POV
Excellent vivid colours
Well framed and done
Have a nice day
Aires

ChrisJ (70299) 2009-10-09 19:12

Hi Gerrit

Superb lighting contrasts, with good sharpness & vibrant colour. Nice warm cold colour contrasts also, between the yellow & blue. Tfs!

Cricri (43178) 2009-10-10 10:44

Hi Gerrit
Intéressante histoire de ce lieu, un contraste du bâtiment moderne avec les vielles pierres du fort, bien cadrer avec le palmier et une très belle lumière
Friendship
cricri

leo61 (43438) 2009-10-10 10:47

HI Gerrit!
Fantastic carrebian light and colors and a good composition with this little palmtree in the foreground. and the view at one corner of this impressive building.
Regards,leo

jemaflor (39457) 2009-10-21 11:20

Hi Gerrit,
Interesting contrast of architecture, superb light, ideal for colors, well managed.

Photo Information

Copyright: Gerrit van der Linden (Gerrit) (35811)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-01-29
Camera: Canon EOS 400 D, Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di II, B+W 62mm Circular Polarizer
Exposure: f/10.0, 1/250 seconds
More Photo Info: view
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-10-07 1:09