Sunset on Pont de Pierre II, a photo from Aquitaine, West

Photographer's Note

Although I’ve posted a similar photo long ago, I decided to present this one as well. As I’m sure every photographer is aware, minor changes in timing and directional shooting can create drastic changes and produce very different images.

This is not an extreme example, but one none the less. This was taken the day after my first submitted picture of this bridge, having crossed sides, now looking back towards the main city center and shooting approximately 20 minutes later than the day before. What a difference it can make!

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macjake (39998) 2013-01-16 3:36

Hi Jason
I enjoy this one very much.
its a beautiful and artistic looking bridge full of repetative arches and lamp lights.
the amber orange color is awesome too as is the angle.
nice one
cheers
craig

maxifred (2435) 2013-01-16 3:54

Hello Jason,
This bridge picture with low waters is unusual but attractive.
I like the shape,the church tower and the contrast between grey water and orange brickworks.
Have a nice sunday,
Fred

serp2000 (29632) 2013-01-16 5:01

Hi, Jason,
yes, I remember similar photo in your gallery. I totally agree with you. Great timing shot!
Good perspective, excellent quality!
I remember I had use an analogue Nikon EM till 2005.
Ten years ago.. oh, my God!
Best wishes, Jason!
Serghei

dkmurphys (37419) 2013-01-16 5:24

Hi Jason,
A fine perspective lesson in this bridge scene. Nice mood, well taken.

Daniel

GREGG (8293) 2013-01-16 6:36

Hello Jason,
nice composition,
with city views in the morning,
soft light,
I like architecture bridge
and natural colors,
regards,
Greg

jemaflor (69731) 2013-01-16 12:22

Hi Jason,
lovely view, a good angle to give an interesting depth, well framed with the tower and very nice light capture, tfs.

dale54 (5010) 2013-01-17 9:51

jason hello,very nice looking bridge,with that red/brown color,very nice lights on the bridge,and that super church in the BG! dr

marabu61 (4182) 2013-01-17 11:22

Bonsoir Jason
This proves well, that it is always worth to explore a subject from different angles.
A great bridge, very well framed and presented in a gorgeous light.
have a good evening
Daniel

ikeharel (38090) 2013-01-18 7:17

Perfect time of a day, Jason, to take this view, when the lamp-posts and church's towr against the pink sky's.
Also very notable from this POV, is the strong water-current under the bridge.
All composed into a beautiful photo, contrast and dynamic motion along with fabulous architecture's elements mingle together.
Good afternoon,
Ike

yquem46 (32835) 2013-01-26 8:42

Hi jason
A nice shot from Bordeaux with the pink color of the sky, the long perspective of the red bricked bridge
Hope you had time to go to the "Miroir d'eau" (water mirror) a paradise for photographers
Have nice WE, best regards
Patrick

npecanhuk (54221) 2013-01-29 14:19

Hello Jason!
Very beautiful bridge (I really like most of its details)!
Very attractive picture!
I love that lovely sky (the softness of its light and colors)!
Sharpness, exposure, colors, horizontal format, slim black borders, chosen pov and composition are all excellent!
TFS - congrats,
Cheers,
Neyvan

Noel_Byrne (8073) 2013-03-26 9:59

Hi Jason,
Thats a view and a half, and I really admire how you composed the spire of teh church in this. The bridge leads into the shot really nicely, and creates excellent depth, while the colours of the sky are very attractive too. Love shots with lots of cool elelements like this!
All the best
Noel

Photo Information

Copyright: Jason Cowling (jcpix) (3796)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2003-09-00
Categories: Architecture
Exposure: f/3.5, 1/13 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Rivers, cathedrales, Old bridges, Bridges / Pontes / Most - 1, Lamps, Sunset view, France, Sunset shots [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2013-01-16 3:13