Express PEGASUS Photo

Photographer’s Note

... the weird reflection, as I had no tripod I put the camera on the top of my car. Wish it was cleaner at the moment!!!

Anyway, thanks for stopping by ...

"Carpe Diem" as my friend Maria Ja Barbosa (siamesa) says

PEGASUS
In Greek mythology, Pegasus (Greek: Πήγασος, Pégasos, 'strong') was a winged horse that was the son of Poseidon, in his role as horse-god, and the Gorgon Medusa.
Etymology

Hesiod connects the name Pegasos with the word for "spring, well", pēgē; everywhere the winged horse struck his hoof to the earth, an inspiring spring burst forth: one on the Muses' Mount Helicon, the Hippocrene ("horse spring"), at the behest of Poseidon to prevent the mountain swelling too much and another at Troezen. The actual etymology of the name is most likely from Luwian pihassas "lightning", or pihassasas, a weather god (the god of lightning). In Hesiod, Pegasos is still associated with this original significance by carrying the thunderbolts for Zeus. Pegasus was at a well drinking silently when the hero Bellerophon came and captured him with a golden bridle that was given to him by Athena.Pegasus are also a sign of immortality
Birth

There are two versions of the winged stallion's birth and his brother Chrysaor:

* One is that they sprang from Medusa's neck as Perseus beheaded her, a "higher" birth, like the birth of Athena from the head of Zeus.
* Another says that they were born of the Earth as Medusa's blood spilled onto it, in which case Poseidon would not be their sire. A variation on this story holds that they were formed from the mingling of Medusa's blood and the sea foam, thus including Poseidon in their making.

Bellerophon caught and tamed Pegasus, and presented him to the Muses at Mount Parnassus. After he became the horse of the Muses, he was at the service of the poets.
Adventures
Pegasus aided the hero Bellerophon (or in later versions Perseus) in his fight against both the Chimera and the Amazons. There are varying tales as to how Bellerophon found Pegasus; the most common says that the hero was told by Polyeidos to sleep in the temple of Athena, where the goddess visited him in the night and presented him with a golden bridle. The next morning, still clutching the bridle, he found Pegasus drinking at the Pierian spring. When the steed saw the bridle, he approached Bellerophon and allowed him to ride. Bellerophon slew the Chimaera on Pegasus' back, and then tried to ride the winged horse to the top of Mount Olympus to see the gods. However, Zeus sent down a gadfly to sting Pegasus, causing Bellerophon to fall all the way back to Earth[1] the Plain of Aleion ("Wandering"), where he lived out his life in misery as a blinded cripple as punishment for trying to act as a god. Also, he was kept as Zeus' servant and stayed with him, never seeing Pegasus again.

Afterward, Pegasus found sanctuary on the sacred mountain, where he carried Zeus' thunderbolts and was ridden by Eos, the goddess of dawn.

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isabela_sor (41867) 2008-07-09 7:20 [Comment]

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avene (10812) 2008-07-09 7:34

hello Argiris,
I noticed that the reflection was strange, but only after reading the note I fully appreciate the creative use of the car :) the rest of the shot is great too, I particularly enjoy the smoke-like cloud just above the ship, and the tiny moon. perfect light management, no overexposure, at least ar far as I can tell :) nice work, my compliments.

regards,
Kristine

bema (8383) 2008-07-09 7:52

Kalimera Agiris,

wonderful capture of this passengers-ferry, great night-view-shot..and of course a much impressive note, thanks for sharing..

Best regards and Jassu Bernd

steliosk (4784) 2008-07-09 8:29

H antanaklash einai toso hremh pou nomizeis oti einai fake.. elpizw na mhn einai.
Ligo skoteinh alla exei grapsei omorfa.
Ousiastikos opws panta

Xairetw file mou
Stelios

kadirim (879) 2008-07-09 8:35

Kalimera Argiris
wonderful ship and night.Wonderful lights and reflections.Good composition.Well done.
Best regards.
kAdİr.

Poseidon_Simons (241) 2008-07-09 12:20 [Comment]

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bostankorkulugu (33326) 2008-07-09 21:36

the reflection on the car(?) is the killer factor here... what an eye and brain to compose this one... congrats my friend, this is really cool...

korkut

Longroute (8815) 2008-07-10 0:57

Ah! That's a genre I like a lot: ships by night. they have a particular charms when they sleep in the harbour with all their light on. You were lucky there was no wind and so you got that marvellous reflection.
It's a splendid composition, very refined, taken care of, with a best balance between lights/dark areas. The moon over there adds interest piercing the night. So good to see.
My best compliments,
Donato

aadilj (17950) 2008-07-10 3:13

Thats a fabulous composition with such a controlled capture of the lights and glows and those lovely hues which are superb and well seen. I love this shot

jhm (81589) 2008-07-10 4:15

Hello Argiris,

Thank you very much for your interest note, I learn almost everyday on TE.
The reflection was strange, but only after reading the note I fully appreciate the creative use of the car, you did very well.
Very well composition and pleasant for look it. TFS.

Best regards,
John.

toto (18537) 2008-07-10 4:25

Bonjours,
belle photo de ce superbe bateau magnifiquement éclairé.
Belle prise avec ces reflets superbes dans cette eau noir.
Jolies couleurs et bonne netteté.

Amitiés Thomas

hay_kes (28554) 2008-07-10 7:48

Hi Argiris,
Very creative night shot.Great POv, light and reflection.TFS.
Cheers,

hAyAti

belido (15963) 2008-07-10 8:26

Hi Argiris,

a pleasant night view of the Pegasus. I like to see this imponent ship against the darkness of night. The reflection adds a lot too. Great job!
Regards,
Carlos

TopGeo (21345) 2008-07-10 8:43

Γειά σου Αργύρη!
Δοκιμάζεις στην νυχτερινή τεχνική? Είναι καλή η προσπάθεια. Σπουδαίο κάδρο και μία διαγώνια προοπτική πολύ εντυπωσιακή! Τα φωτισμένα σηνεία εχουν καλή αποτύπωση! και η ανάκλαση επίσης. Μία εικόνα που εχει καλά στοιχεία!
Χαιρετώ σε και ευχαριστώ
Γεώργιος

ruisc_pt (6206) 2008-07-10 8:51

Excellent shot Argiris.
This is a fabulous image with a strong dynamism.
I really like it
TFS
R

Graal (57156) 2008-07-10 9:06

Hi Argiris,
amazing night shot. Great reflections, good sharpness and fantastic moon on the sky. I like it. Well done photo.
Gr., Aleksander

greek (7328) 2008-07-10 9:07

kalispera, omorfo fws kai ouranos, galantis

TGULUMSER (12406) 2008-07-10 12:43

Hello Argiris,
The lights and reflections are amazing, a wonderful boat in the night,
Best regards,
Tulay

dip (12402) 2008-07-10 12:46

Geia sou Argiri,
o skopos agiazei ta mesa :) kai edo oi antanaklaseis tou ploiou vgikan poli omorfes pano ston ourano tou autokinitou,
oraia nuxterini lipsi kai to simeioma guro ap'tin muthologia mas poli endiaferon,
Xaireto,
Dimitris.

trekks (14260) 2008-07-10 18:11

hi Argiris

Of course the reflection on the water is very attractive and catchy, but then the liner's size is itself a good subject and you have done a good exposure to show some details. Good to see the moon on this night.

tfs, bill

salvator (18729) 2008-07-11 1:16

Yasu Argiris,
Wow, wonderful sharpness and details, wonderful colors and superb relections.
Se xereto. Salvator.

ifanik (20462) 2008-07-11 2:47

EKAIRETIKH
Poly omrfh kai teleia texnika
Yperoxh synthesi
Xairetw
Nikos
Ayrio**

ChrisJ (69396) 2008-07-11 2:48

Hi Argiris

A good nocturnal shot of the passenger ship, with superb colour sharpness & reflections. Tfs!

danos (31538) 2008-07-11 3:27

Αργύρη γειά σου,
παρά την απουσία τρίποδα η φωτό σου βγήκε καλή παρά την παράξενη αντανάκλαση που σχηματίζεται.Το κυρίως θέμα σου είναι καλοφωτισμένο με τις λεπτομέρειες και την οξύτητα να καταγράφονται πολύ καλά.Μπορεί να μην είχες τρίποδο, είχες όμως πολλά φώτα που βοήθησαν την λήψη της φωτογραφίας.

Σε χαιρετώ,Δάνος

syd1946 (17807) 2008-07-11 5:18

Γεια χαρα Αργύρη,
Εντυπωσιακο το πλοιο με στο απολυτο σκοταδι και ακομη πιο εντυπωσιακος αντικοτοπρισμος του στο νερο.Η εκθεση του φωτος απολυτος επετυχημενη!
Βγαινει και μια αισθηση αναχωρησης για καλοκαιρινες διακοπες κατι που μ'αρεσει πολυ στην φωτογραφια σου...

πολλους χαιρετισμους,
Θωμάς

testmaniac (11832) 2008-07-11 9:33

Hello Argiris, good night photo! Nice color and POV. Great ship!

TFS and regards,
Phil

cfreire (11614) 2008-07-11 18:38

Hi Argi,
You were very creative in this pov. You used the car for capture the reflections!! Good, very, very good. I've enjoyed a lot of it. The colors and contrasts are beautiful and the little cloud in the sky reminds some eagle flying through the sky. Well done. Best regards, Consuelo

Silvio1953 (40635) 2008-07-12 0:24

Hi Argiris, fascinating reflections, great nocturne shoot with wonderful perspective, very well done, ciao Silvio

zeynepe (9328) 2008-07-12 1:07

Hi Argiris,
Superb reflections, superb night shot...
One day, I wish to travel with this ship ...
Congrats,
zeynep

COSTANTINO (22104) 2008-07-12 2:42

Geia sou Argiri,
omorfi nuxterini lipsi tou ploiou pou sunodeuei tin Argo,me uperoxes antanaklaseis sto nero onorfi diaxeirish tou fwtos xairetismous
Costantino

labro33 (2804) 2008-07-12 2:59

Καλημερα φιλε Αργυρη,
Εντυπωσιακο το εφε στον 'ουρανο' του αυτοκινητου 'ανικατεστησε'επιτυχως την επιφανεια της θαλασσας με υπεροχο αντικατροπτισμο!.
Μου θυμισε μια δικη μου με την γεφυρα σαν θεμα...
Πολυ καλη ληψη με αξιεπαινη ιδεα συλληψης και εκετελεσης...
Σε χαιρετω,
Γιωργος.
Υ.Γ--Ευχαριστω για την υποστηριξη και στο Treklens

mesutilgim (36180) 2008-07-12 7:01

Hi dear Argiris,
What a wonderfull capture ! Amazing reflections and perfect light management.
TFS and have a nice weekend
Best regards
MESUT ILGIM

nasokoun (0) 2008-07-12 9:57

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berek (28750) 2008-07-12 22:22

Hi Argiris,
very good light control end reflections here. I like it. thanks for note.
Have a nice Sunday.
Burak Erek

stelli (2939) 2008-07-14 14:07

The reflection is great under the circumstances! Good POV and light management! Thank you for sharing! ΦΙΛΙΚΑ Στέλλα

Muse (30555) 2008-07-14 23:47

Hello Argiris,
De très beaux reflets du bateau dans l'eau et de jolies couleurs.
Bonne capture du moment, le tout sans trepied!
Best regards
Denise

LamCam (3603) 2008-07-15 13:00

Geia sou Argyri, These ferry boats look so theatrical when lit - and the tiny moon adds to the effect. The reflection puzzled me at first - but now we know your secret!
Clever, unusual and very effective!
Best wishes....Maggie

archimatica (13128) 2008-07-17 2:15

You are a master!
You use Olympus SP550 in a fantastic mode.
How are your secrets? ;-)
Great shot, I like very much.
See tomorrow.
Renzo

macondo (12933) 2008-07-19 3:15

Hello Argiris.
A very impressive and spectacular shot.
The reflection is a beauty, and of course unusual! Yes, your car is very clean.
I like the strong contrast of the well lit ship against all that blackness. And of course that little bit of moonlight in the clouds is the magic touch.
Very sharp. Excellent work.
Regards,
Andrew

Didi (35648) 2008-07-20 6:58

Hello Argiris
Well it was a good idea to put your camera on top tour car roof.
Well done for the exposure, but I think you should frame more on your right.
A nice + with the moon.
Cheers.

kiwi_explorer (12195) 2008-07-22 0:23

Hi Argiris,
Your notes is a delight to read ... interesting and informative. I like the sharpness of the image in spite the low lighting condition ... very good lighting management. The reflection is a big bonus ... adds dimension to the scene. Well captured and composed ... excellent work! tfs
Cheers,
Renier

ARGI (3418) 2008-07-23 1:38

ΚΑΤΑΠΛΗΚΤΙΚΗ Αργυρη
Οι αντανακλασεις ειναι πολυ καλες ,αλλωστε ειναι ομορφο να ειναι λιγο θαμπες (οχι οτι ειναι)!
Οι καλυτερες φωτογραφιες βγαινουν οταν δεν ειναι κανεις προετοιμασμένος...
χαιρετω
Α

Xalkida (11740) 2008-07-25 5:02

Απίστευτες αντανακλάσεις σε μια απίστευτη φωτογραφία! Εξαιρετική δουλειά! Respect!

clio (22324) 2008-08-31 2:02

Gei sou Argiri,
Here is the photo which calls reminds me very recent memories!
It is an excellent night photo (without tripod, bravo!). The management of the light is completed and the reflection is very successful also.
Congratulations!
Filika
Artemis

chrkont (3621) 2008-09-13 14:01

Γεια σου Αργύρη
Μου άρεσε πολύ αυτή η φωτογραφία σου για την σκληρή αντίθεση και την πολύ καλή ευκρίνεια του καραβιού μέχρι το βάθος του.
Αλλά νομίζω το στολίδι της είναι ο άρχοντας της νύχτας που παίζει με τα σύννεφα στο πάνω μέρος της φωτογραφίας.
Να 'σαι καλά
Χαιρετώ
Χρήστος

Ptitcaid (632) 2008-10-13 22:59

Bonjour Argiris,
Belle photo de ce Titanic .....
Je trouve que c'est dommage de l'avoir presque coupé.
Aussi je me demande comment tu as fait pour prendre cette photo... j'espére que tu n'étais pas dans l'océan...
Salut! P'tit Caïd

lestans (15373) 2008-10-28 8:34

Well, your car was a good tripod, also if not very clear!
Reflection captures the eye before than the moon in the sky.
It is nice photo, to look at sloly and enjoy.
Bravo!
livia

kroupis (664) 2008-10-28 10:50

Αρφύρη καλησπέρα,
πολύ όμορφη και διάφορη φωτογραφία.
Εντυπωσιακή η φωτεινή γόνδολα του Πήγασος
στο μαύρο λιμάνι μας.

Ηλίας

jusninasirun (10004) 2008-11-02 21:47

Hi Argiris. This is really good with the sharpness and glow are perfectly captured. I like the diagonal placement of the subject against dark background. Regards. Jusni

zumoduvas (1974) 2008-11-14 7:04

Hello Argiris.

Excellent image, nice composition and colors.

Regards.
Jose Luis.

plimrn (19524) 2008-11-23 7:22

Kalimera Argiris,
I love the contrast between the simplicity of the moon with the bird-shaped cloud flying toward the moon and the bright luxury ship with the reflection.
I'm not sure why this one doesn't seem clean to you.
HLJ, Pat

Vasa (4742) 2009-02-11 15:20

Wonderful light, dear Argiris! So perfect realization! Volos between two sunny days! Ten points.

Branko

leo61 (42704) 2009-03-09 0:34

Hi Argiris!
You fooled me with these reflections,but I like the result.
For using no tripod the qualityis excellent.Good colors and great contrast with the black sky and car.The moon and this cloud are fine details and make the composition perfect.
Regards,Leo