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Copyright: John Maenhout (jhm) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 12759 W: 272 N: 17030] (68158)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-06-10
Categories: Architecture
Camera: Canonn 5D, Canon 16-35mm f2.8 L USM, Sandisk EXT.III4GB, B+W 77 010 UV-Haze 1x
Exposure: f/20.0, 1/40 seconds
Map: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): My favorite pictures [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-06-20 4:50
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[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
A bike trip brought this nice image, you can see this pictoresque village on 3 mile of the Belgian Noth Sea coast.

The name of this place was recorded for the first time in 961 and the village thanks its existence to the construction of dikes that served as a protection of the region against the sea.

Between Bruges and Zeebruges, not far away from Dudzele, lies the peaceful village of Lissewege. Nowadays it is largely known as an artist's village. Lissewege is also called the white village, after the white chalked houses. At present, agriculture is the most important form of industry. But it was especially textile that made it one of the richest and most densily populated places in Flanders, although another source tells us that the village merely counted some 500 inhabitants in the Middle Ages.


Whether the village counted a lot of inhabitants or not, 500 or more, fact is that the church is gigantic and this certainly in relation to the village itself. The big church, with a tower of 50 meters (and actually only for 2/3 finished), was built between 1230 and 1270. How is it possible that such a small village could build such a large church? There are several stories that try to explain it. Most likely to be true is that she was constructed under supervision of the Templer Knights. These knights had to protect the pilgrims that were on their way to Santiago de Compostela, Rome and Jerusalem. For pilgrims coming from the north, their long journey began in Lissewege. Probably the church was financed by sacrificial gifts from the many pilgrims that passed this place.

I found this history by our TE friend Hendrik De Leyn(hdl)

I wish everyone a good weekend.

Canon EOS 5D
Shooting Date/Time
10/06/2008 13:46:47
Tv(Shutter Speed)
1/40Sec.
Av(Aperture Value)
F20
Metering Modes
Centerweighted average metering
Exposure Compensation
0
ISO Speed
100
Lens
EF16-35mm f/2.8L USM
Focal Length
16,0 mm
Image size
4368 x 2912
Image Quality
RAW
Picture Style
Landscape

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  • hdl Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1810 W: 13 N: 1544] (6272)
  • [2008-06-20 4:55]

Ongelooflijk. Ik ben de eerste! Dat is eeuwen geleden. Prachtige foto; super genomen qua positie. En aantrekkelijke kleuren. Ik ga stoppen anders is er weer iemand me voor ;-)). Groetjes.

Hallo John,
mooie compositie! Mooie kleuren en scherpte!
Groeten,
Vanessa

Hello John,
A fine composition of this charming village with an all-encompassing point of view. I like the framing from the cobbled street and the very appealing ambient light. Excellent colours and clarity.

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  • Muse Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2423 W: 199 N: 5718] (24581)
  • [2008-06-20 5:08]

Hello John,
Tout bon cadrage pour présenter cette charmante propriété.
Un environnement calme, très jolies couleurs, belle lumière.
Excellent week end,
Denise

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  • delkoo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3902 W: 235 N: 5120] (25140)
  • [2008-06-20 5:11]

hi john,
you certainly have a very good eye for this type of photography, the composition, colours and light are just wonderful.
have a nice w.e
didier

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  • pcp Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 391 W: 121 N: 585] (3075)
  • [2008-06-20 5:13]

Hi john,

Wonderful shot and beautiful composition and POV. Magical colors..great framing. well done.

TFS

Senthil

Salut
Quelles couleurs.. La rue en pavé apporte beaucoup de charme à cette composition soignée..
Cyril

Dag John,
great captured details on the pavement, wall and leaves, also the roof. Fine colours and clarity all this on a simple view of two houses surrounded by the street. Very nice view.
Lieben Gruss, Ulf

What a lovely shot you have here. Very interesting to see how the cobbled street change patterns at the corner. And the stone used is also different from one side to the other. I guess the tower we see in the middle is the one you mention in the note. The f20 created an amazing DOF. Well done.
Antonio

merhaba dear john
excellent composition and interesting wide angle picture.wonderful light and colours.excellent blue sky and red roof.well done my friend.
best regards.
gürkan akçakır.

Hallo John,
Alleen met een full frame en zo'n groothoek krijg je dit beeld, prachtig, heel goed opgebouwd in het perspectief met een sterke diepte werking. Mede versterkt door de steentjes in de voorgrond, die dragen daar mooi aan bij.
Voor mij bestaat f20 niet (hij is er wel natuurlijk) en gebruik dit dan ook nooit. Het is uitsluitend f16 en in uiterste nood f22, maar zelfs daar ben ik niet van gecharmeerd. Leuk dus om vaak bij jou f20 te zien ;-)
Ik kijk helemaal links, in die boom, repeterende patronen, iets gekloond daar?
Alvast een prettig weekend, Henk

John,
This is an excellent shot with great composition and POV. The cobblestone street wrapping around the house leads the eye through the shot. The lighting and colors are great with excellent sharpness and DOF. The house is framed nicely by the trees and the great blue sky forms a nice backdrop for the shot.
TFS,
Asa

Dag John,

Il kent dit dorp ... .))
Il kent ook deze hoek van het dorp met deze mooie typishe huis van de Polders. Een zeer mooie photo met een goed POV en een rike samenstelling: pavés, huis, kerk (een beetje), canal. Een zeer goed werk.
Vriendelijk,
Roger

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  • MarcT Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1869 W: 510 N: 3677] (14832)
  • [2008-06-20 6:27]

salut John,
La lumière est excellente. L'utilisation du grand angle est parfaite pour donner une belle dynamique dans la courbe.
Amitiés
Marc

Hello John, these type of shots I think are your specialty, you excel in this situation.
F20 & 16mm has rewarded you with a very pleasing & interesting result.
Well done & thank you for a very informative note.
Greetings
Santo

Hello John,
A very nice POV. The colors are wonderful, beautiful place,
Best regards,
Tulay

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  • paura Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 4329 W: 8 N: 2790] (23441)
  • [2008-06-20 7:02]

John,
A fotografia está linda, com ajustes muito bem executados de exposição e tomados de um excelente ponto de tomada. Muito boa.

Abraço

Paulo

Hello John,
What a lovely POV , fantastic sky and a beautiful house, the composition is soo impressive.
Best regards,
Zeynep

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  • ChrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 8776 W: 920 N: 11784] (57351)
  • [2008-06-20 8:31]

Hi John

A wonderful blue sky, with fantastic colour, sharpness & contrast. The red roof at right, contrasts well, against the blue sky. Tfs!

Hi John,
this is a masterpiece of the wide angle! Everything is perfect, it is really a pleasure for the eyes.
Congratulation!
Best regards
Harriet

Hello John
J'aime beaucoup la dynamique créée par le grand angle.Le pov choisi est superbe pour donner une belle profondeur à la photo.
Un beau piqué et des couleurs superbes.
très beau travail!!
Amicalement
hervé

Symmetry by color and form,Sharpness overall and interesting POV of lovely road,Clear and crisp blue sky,Well prepare story.Good work,TFS.

excellent exposure and sharpness, a bright view, pleasing my eyes, interesting angle
regards
jo

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  • emka Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 505 W: 19 N: 1230] (9168)
  • [2008-06-20 13:39]

Hi John,Beautiful picture of this village. Very interesting "circular" composition. I like the view of the canal and flowers on the bridge. Beautiful house and somtehing that looks like a church tower. Amazing clarity.

regards

Małgorzata

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  • Gerrit Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4324 W: 88 N: 5343] (25818)
  • [2008-06-20 16:12]

Daf John,
mooi zicht op dit mooie oude huisje. Hoe de straatstenen er om heen een kader vormen maakt de foto zeer bijzonder.
Groeten Gerrit

Hi John,
The textures of all the rockwork and brick is stunning. Great colors and details. I like it alot. Well done and TFS. Gerald

Bonsoir John,
Beautiful picture nicely composed and presented with great colors, lovely house and beautiful colors and sharp picture , Excellent architecture and POV. ...Very well done.
My compliments
Michel

Hello John,

I see a lovely house on the corner!
The fine light renders great colours, as always in your images and the details are pin sharp...
Effective point of view to achieve fine lines for the composition, all skillfully done!

Greetings,
Pablo -

HI Jack
the WA works very good here...

congrats and good post

cheers

Hi John. I must take my camera cycling more often! Nice capture. I love the patterns on the road and the colours you have in this shot. Well composed and thanks for sharing.
Cheers, Paul.

Helo John
Very nice and very typical house in Belgium and you have prove one more you quality...
Excellent
TFS
Cheers,Braca

Hello!
This is a good perspective and you've captured the lighs nicely.Exceptional color and details!
Superbly taken and executed.
Greetings
Tadeusz

Hello John, traditional beautiful photo and place from you! Excellent composition,POV and colors. Cool street photo!

TFS and regards,
Phil

Hi John, great view of lovely village, splendid composition with two wonderful perspective, fantastic colors and superb sky, very well done, have a good week end, ciao Silvio

John,
Great wide angle perspective !
I like a lot how you created dynamics here, great job,
Regards,
JB.

Hi John,

The view of the two sides of the house is a boost to the composition. The light brings out the best of the colors. The trees are a natural frame to the subject and a complement to the composition. Well done, have a nice weekend.

Pierre

Hi John
I like lovely colors of sky and POV.Interesting note.
Ramesh

Nice work with this urban landscape - i like the distortion effect - very interesting.
Strong colors again... well done.
Dave

hi John

Using the corner bend as a feature for this wide view of this nice house is a great way to show it as a part of village. Superb composition with sharp details of FG pavement, the house, garden from your f/20. Perfect blue sky for this capture. Well done

tfs, bill
later

Hi John
I like the stretch feel in this frame.
The colours and sharpness makes this image outstanding.
The PoV is perfect to enjoy this little clean and serene village .
The blue of the sky is awesome.Great shot TFS!
Namaste from India
Radeeh

Hi John,

Lissewege, nog nooit van gehoord!! We hebben in het zuiden des lands ook een wit dorp, en ook daar een kerk maar niet zo een grote als jij hier beschrijft. Wat een interessant verhaal over hoe het geheel tot stand is gekomen. Mooi verhaal en ook een mooie plaat met die bocht in de voorgrond.

Groeten!
Dennis

salut john
une photo simple mais bien réalisé au grand angle pour donner plus de grandeur au coin avec en prime des couleurs et une netteté sans faille
amitiés
gilbert

Hi John,
weinig mensen die zo goed en effectief de groothoek weten te gebruiken.
Perfecte belichting en perspectief, enorm veel diepte en detail, schitterende kleuren. Meer dan genoeg, he!
Chapeaux, vriend!
Ik wens je een fijne weekend. Tot gauw,
Fulvio.

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  • danyy Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 7452 W: 441 N: 10374] (52865)
  • [2008-06-21 14:18]

Hello John,
quelle luminosité cette photo et même si les lumières étaient très complices, il fallait encore pouvoir bien les capturer.
Ce que tu fais d'habitude avec pas mal de prouesse technique.
Un cadrage excellent qui montre un endroit trsè propre.
10/10 pour la netteté.
Regards.
Daniel.

Dag John,

alweer een plaatje. Ik vind hier vooral de compositie "goed gezien", met dat doorkijkje dat ons nog net de kerktoren laat zien. Heel mooie kleuren en zoals steeds is er niets aan te merken op de fotokwaliteit. Prettig WE. TFS

Wolf

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  • tars Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 233 W: 10 N: 131] (808)
  • [2008-06-22 2:46]

Een perfecte foto, John, met alles erop en eraan, scherp, heldere kleuren, zeer goede groothoek opname-positie, typisch polderhuisje, het kanaaltje en als toetje nog de platte toren erbij. Prachtig!!
Groet en prettige braderie zondag ;-)
tars

Hello my friend,
Excellet compo.with great point of view.light,sharpness and colors are superb.also very nice texture and very good fine details.well done.TFS
greetings

Cevdet

Olá John,
pode até ser pitoresca, mas achei essa vila bem simpática e agradável. Gostei das cores da foto também, bem naturais.
Parabéns e Abraço

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  • Didi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 6388 W: 3339 N: 7897] (29199)
  • [2008-06-22 6:11]

Bonjour John
Un village pittoresque en effet; une bonne prise de vue qui met bien en valeur les maisons.
La luminosité est très appréciable; un endroit paisible où l'on rêve d'y habiter loin du tumulte des villes.
Amitiés.

Hello John. A motive for everyday life, but outstanding realizes. Also the today's photo is again excellent. Your photos are altogether outstanding composed. You must have a trained view for the best focus. Very beautifully. Best regards, Wolfgang.

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  • UlfE Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1480 W: 18 N: 1505] (6001)
  • [2008-06-22 12:17]

Hi John,

Marvelous composition and wonderful colours. The wide angle is really great here and creates very attractive lines and shapes. TFS and have a nice evening!

Cheers,

Ulf

Hi John.

I like the effect of the POV that you got in this picture! The colours, also lovely, are really great too!

Rgs, Oscar

Ciao Jhon,
another wonderful shot which adds himself to your wonderful gallery. beautiful pov and fantastic colours.
good job
Giorgio

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  • lousat Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 927 W: 14 N: 805] (5464)
  • [2008-06-22 15:11]

Hi John,the choice of the point of view make a difference,the quality of pic no need others comments,your signature is enough!!My best compliments for this another beautifull work,have a nice week,Luciano

You were standing on a right place to capture whole the details with perfect colours and sharpness. I call it a simple beauty shot and i like it alot, thanks John for showing it.

daniel

Hello John,
Beautiful neighborhood and very well composed in a photo with a wide angle.Nice saturated colors also,made big impression.Well done!

Have a nice day,
Thomas

Hi dear John
Fine view of this Pictoresque village. Nice POV and vivid colours. I like how you framed it, great details and light very well managed.
TFS and have a nice week
Aires

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  • danos Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3575 W: 83 N: 5118] (19676)
  • [2008-06-23 2:26]

Hello John,
very nice shot with the Canon lens 16-35mm to make little miracles.I like the capturing and the good management of the curve that created from the corner as the brilliant light and the vivid colors.The sharpness and the clarity are stunning.Well done.

Have a nice week,danos

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  • Tue Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 5243 W: 56 N: 7484] (23905)
  • [2008-06-23 3:15]

Goedemiddag John,
Wat een prachtige foto van dit dorp, uitstekende POV op de hoek van de straat met het bruggetje en de bomen aan de linkerkant en het witte huis aan de rechterkant. Ertussenin is mooi de kerktoren te zien. Heerlijke blauwe lucht ook. Bedankt!
Groeten,
Lars

Hi John,
a very good composition in this framing, with attractive colors and spectacular sharpness.
compliments!
Ciao
Ludo

It's the perfect postcard, wonderful shot. Such a wonderful view with nice colours. I like it much.
Best wishes,
Achim

Hello John,
I like the radiant paving, which puts forward this beautiful house. A pleasant image and nicely coloured. A perfect framing. Cheer.
Have a nice day
Cordially
Joël

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  • Fis2 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2501 W: 142 N: 1556] (33379)
  • [2008-06-23 10:01]

Hej John!
Very interesting composition and curious frame. Wide corner make impression. Good work.
Regards
Krzysztof

Hallo John,

Het is net of je om het hele huisje heen kan kijken. De weg loopt er zo mooi omheen. En dan is er ook nog die fascinerende toren in het midden. Weer een heel fraaie compositie.

groet Rob

Hi John,
Your wide angle slight distortion effect works pretty well to capture the house, well framed and composed shot, the pattern of the cobbled street leads the audience eyes to the subject, Great shot, very nice.

Hello John!
Beautiful colours and perfect sharpness!
Great detail and clarity!
Lovely place and nice effect!
Best regards!
Lili

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  • gunbud Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 4496 W: 4 N: 4038] (18281)
  • [2008-06-23 18:15]

Hi John,
Lovely circular shot that allows a view of the old canal as well as three sides of the charming traditional cottage.
Wonderful clear colors with excellent sharp details especially to the lovely cobblestone street.
Regards, Tom

Hi John,

Very nice and clear image. The wide angle worked very well in this image. Good light and colours. The village seem peaceful but clean and organized. Good prspective to capture two sides of the house. Thanks John.

Roberto

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  • azaf1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1518 W: 121 N: 2021] (9391)
  • [2008-06-24 0:57]

Hi John
I like this panoramic compo of the street all around the building. It's really nice in its sharp details and your note very informative
TFS
Argiris

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  • Nicou Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 2183 W: 0 N: 5335] (26502)
  • [2008-06-24 1:30]

Hello,

quel cadrage, mangigique, et se pavage qui fait comme un arrondi, la belle maison, netteté et couleurs parfaite, superbe.

Bravo et amitiés

Nicou

Dag John,
When I see such an image I can't understand why Belgians always complain about their poor weather, superb conditions for your bike ride, good pov to deliver a view that benefits from this nice curve, nice village architecture and all looks so well kept.
Have a nice day, Groeten JY

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  • Vasa Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 498 W: 0 N: 1313] (4577)
  • [2008-06-24 4:06]

Hello John, dear friend,

this morning I gave compliments to Roger Godet for the photo of this lovely house. Now I can see that the lovely house is on the lovely corner. Like all the world I like very much this choice. With my admiration and friendship,

Branko

Hi john.
this is a very good shot
acutally very simple but it looks fantastic
great sharpness and these colours....wow
very well done

Best regards
Toba

John Hi:
Beautiful, just beautiful. Excellent educational note, as always.
Congratulations, very very well done, my friend.
Larry
USA
TFS!

Hello John!
This village is really picturesque, very nice view!
Excellent composition and perspective!
Regards from St Petersburg, Igor

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  • siolaw Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4006 W: 403 N: 6694] (22753)
  • [2008-06-24 23:03]

Hi John
I think the quality is as good as it gets for an 800 pix image! Vivid rich colors, crisp sharp details, i particularily like the graphic effect you got on the FG cobblestones..
Nice job!
Laurent

Ola amigo ,
Que linda foto desta rua em esquina , o chão e magnifico com uma bonita textura , a casa tem uma arquitectura fantástica , bom contraste de cores, parabéns!!!
Um abraço Gonçalo

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  • Emile Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4111 W: 138 N: 4450] (16157)
  • [2008-06-25 8:19]

Hola John.
Very good wide angle shot of this beautiful village captured with great details as we can see the cobblestones road and brick fence and houses with nice roof colors. Good POV, light and sharpness.
Well done.
TFS.
Best regards.

Bonjour John
Très bonne utilisation du grand-angle pour mettre en valeur ce coin de rue et sa maison.Du très beau job.
Bonne journée.
Amicalement
Gildas

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  • dip Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1881 W: 0 N: 958] (9028)
  • [2008-06-27 10:48]

Hi John,
wonderful composition,nice colors and good clarity ,
Dimitris.

This is so well composed John. The paved cobblestone road is in excellent detail with the house at the turn. Stunning view against the saturated blue sky and that traces of white cloud. Well done and have a nice WE. Regards. Jusni

Hello John,
Many thanks once again for sharing such a beautiful composition of this lovely place!
I loved the curved shape from this pov with good exposure and focus!
a very pleasing and enjoyable image with a good notes indeed
my warmest regards
tony

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  • Angshu Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 5040 W: 170 N: 7817] (25494)
  • [2008-06-28 22:59]

Hello John
A fine example of the use of wide angle. Like the capturing and the good management of the curve that created from the corner as the brilliant light and the vivid colors. The sharpness and the clarity are stunning. Excellent work!
Groeten & Best Regards
Angshu

Hi John,

beautiful POV, very nice subject. I like the ground pattern and the beautiful colors.

TFS

Gio

HELLO JOHN
another beautiful photo taken from another point of view from the best photographer painter in a simple but nice way..
Good shot,wonderful capture of that moment
Costantino

A well chosen point of view at this corner, and as usual an excellent sharpness, well visible on the pavement. The colors are diverse and vivid, wichi give a very lively result.

All the best,

Emmanuel

Beste John,
Enorm mooie foto, de kleuren zijn voortreffelijk, en de compositie is uiteraard zeer treffend. Mooi ook hoe de keien op de weg de foto een soort dynamiek meegeven. Bedankt.
Martijn

Hi John
Great wide perspective. Nice place and colours.
Have a nice day.

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