sailing I, a photo from Magnisia, Thessaly

Photographer's Note

Sailing is the propulsion of a vehicle and the control of its movement with large (usually fabric) foils called sails. By changing the rigging, rudder, and sometimes the keel or centreboard, a sailor manages the force of the wind on the sails in order to move the vessel relative to its surrounding medium (typically water, but also land and ice) and change its direction and speed. Mastery of the skill requires experience in varying wind and sea conditions, as well as knowledge concerning sailboats themselves and an understanding of one's surroundings.

While there are still some places in the world where sail-powered passenger, fishing and trading vessels are used, these craft have become rarer as internal combustion engines have become economically viable in even the poorest and most remote areas. In most countries sailing is enjoyed as a recreational activity or as a sport. Recreational sailing or yachting can be divided into racing and cruising. Cruising can include extended offshore and ocean-crossing trips, coastal sailing within sight of land, and daysailing

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Silvio1953 (98129) 2013-03-10 12:40

Ciao Costantino, bel dettaglio della barca,, cielo favoloso, splendida luce e magnifici colori, bravo, ciao Silvio

Miguel82 (7790) 2013-03-10 15:52

Interesting generalist note Constantino,
Excellent close up, pov and background
Have a nice We

batalay (32860) 2013-03-10 18:08

Hello Constantino,

The red handle makes a very effective color highlight for this scene dominated by blue and white. Your note is useful as always. Very good composition and a most inviting scene. Ah! to be sailing in the storied Aegean.

Warm regards,

Bulent

JFS (32129) 2013-03-11 0:34

Hi Costantino,
Very nice marine shot including your selfportrait:) Even with winter light, your country is beautiful.
cheers,
Juan

emka (58140) 2013-03-11 0:55

Hi Costantino,

Interesting note about sailing. for many it is a wonderful time but I prefer to be on the ground. artistic composition with fine eye catching details.

have a nice week

Malgo

ourania (12367) 2013-03-11 14:40

Καλησπέρα Κωνσταντίνε,
μια πολύ καλά οργανωμένη, δυναμική και ευχάριστη σύνθεση που μεταδίδει την αίσθηση του ταξιδιού σε ήρεμα και ασφαλή νερά. Μου αρέσει πάρα πολύ το βάθος και η ένταση των προοπτικών. Το φως, οι υφές και τα χρώματα έχουν αποδοθεί θαυμάσια. Οι χρωματικές αντιθέσεις με πρωταγωνιστή το έντονο κόκκινο χρώμα ασκούν μεγάλη και άμεση έλξη στον θεατή. Συγχαρητήρια και ευχαριστώ!
Να είσαι καλά, καληνύχτα,
Ουρανία

dkmurphys (36801) 2013-03-12 6:39

Hi Costantino,
Very fine detail of the sailing boat. I like the artistic POV, well taken.

Daniel

mjw364 (3680) 2013-03-12 7:24

Hello Costa

An excellent image very well composed using the winding winch as f/g interest and the lines leading us to the more panoramic hills in the b/g. I like it.

TFS

Mike

ymrk (14929) 2013-03-12 11:52

Kalimerhaba file mou Costantino!
Love the red between blue of sky contrast here.Special clouds in the your photo!
Ta leme!

Yağmur

jusninasirun (17138) 2013-03-12 18:27

Hello Costantino.
Superbly composed with the focus on polished chrome and red lever in the foreground. Nice day with the sea and puffy white cloud to demonstrate the art of sailing.
Regards,
Jusni

Nicou (97679) 2013-03-13 2:38

Hello

géniale compo et image quel recherche de cadrage superbe avec la touche de rouge de cette manivelle de voilier splendide.
Bravo et amitié

Nicou

williewhistler (7283) 2013-03-13 2:56

Hello Constantino,the splashes of red certainly add a vibrant feel to a well constructed sailing photo.
Best regards Les

ChrisJ (86862) 2013-03-13 5:26

Καλησπέρα Κωνσταντίνε,

I like the warm cold colourr contrast between the giant red handle and the blue sea and sky. I mıght have levelled the horızon line ccw a bit more. Good sharpness and a superb reflection ın the shiny chrome. Nice graphism and pov. Tfs!

Fis2 (73100) 2013-03-13 5:42

Witaj Constantino!
Interesting photo,
Curious composition and POV.
Good frame and colors.
Well done.
Nice afternoon
Krzysztof

josepmarin (55027) 2013-03-13 10:45

Hi Costantino,
the nautical element in foreground, with its red color and its reflections, is a good eye-catcher which introduces our look in a beautiful coastal landscape.
I like the good light, the natural colors and the depth of the image.
A nice composition.
Best regards,
Josep

jemaflor (68913) 2013-03-15 5:35

Salut Costantino,
Bien cadré et intéressante perspective avec le bateau dont le bord de la coque est bien placé dans l'angle, bon effet de contraste de teintes entre le bleu et le rouge.