Gothic Loggias, a photo from Venice, Veneto

Photographer's Note

Doge's Palace was initially was built in the IX century A.D. It was more like a castle than a palace with four sighting towers and high defensive walls. Later, due to a series of fires and subsequent rebuilding, it became what we can see today - a splendid example of Venetian gothic architecture.

This imposing building has the one feature typical of Venetian architecture: lightness. Despite its considerable size, the multi-coloured façade decorations and the splendid perforation of the Gothic loggias, like stone lace, give us an elegant structure that isn't heavy in appearance.

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krzychu30 (8951) 2012-10-24 9:03

Hello May,
I´ve heard a lot about Doge´s Palace and its beauty.And I must say your presentation live up this expectations.The architecture we can admire here is really stunning,but what I like more about it is this beautiful play of light&shade you were able to capture here so nice.Excellently composed and framed scene.I like also your idea to concentrate only on smaller part of this impressive Palace.Nicely done!
Best regards
Krzysztof

ktanska (21527) 2012-10-24 11:48

Hi May,
Those sunlit spots in the shadows catch attention even more than the openings above the columns. Very nice architectural details, I'm not sure if I've seen such before.
Kari

bukitgolfb301 (30141) 2012-10-24 20:01

Hi dear May YTH

Ya another great decortion image!
Vivid contarst of black and light yellow is so comfortable and also fresh. Continuation of special shape and mark is very attractive too. Many thanks for your sharing with finnest your job and have a good day!

Takero from Tokyo of fine weather

Waylim (22357) 2012-10-24 22:39

Hi May,

Anothe really good shot, I love the successive and layer of patterns and design of the columns. I also love the way the light that form the flower like shape in the dark of the shadow. Very cool effect and good depth here and the dark shadow also looks like many Bhuda statues in a roll.

Way

jlbrthnn (79773) 2012-10-25 11:48

Hello May,
The composition is graphic and artistic. The repetitive architecture is very beautiful. The exposure of the photo is excellent. Bravo.
Have a nice day
Cordially
Joël

Angshu (51174) 2012-10-28 21:17

Dear May
What I love is how the sun created patterns created by the flower shaped windows on the darkish wall in the BG. Lovely effect of the repeating columns & balustrades. Nice picture from this famous Venetian landmark!
Best Regards
Angshu