Brabantse land Photo

Photographer’s Note

Until the 17th century, the area that now makes up the province of North Brabant was mostly part of the Duchy of Brabant, of which the southern part is now in present-day Belgium. In the 14th and 15th century, the area experienced a golden age, especially the cities of Leuven (Louvain), Antwerp (both now in Belgium), Breda and 's-Hertogenbosch.

After the Union of Utrecht was signed in 1579, Brabant became a battlefield between the Protestant Dutch Republic and Catholic Spain, which occupied the southern Netherlands. As a result of the Peace of Westphalia, the northern part of Brabant became part of the Netherlands as the territory of Staats-Brabant (State Brabant) under federal rule, in contrast to the founding provinces of the Dutch Republic which were self-governing.

Attempts to preach Protestantism failed, and the area served mainly as a military buffer zone. In 1796, when the Netherlands became the Batavian Republic, Staats-Brabant became a province as Bataafs Brabant. This status ended with the reorganisation by the French, and the area was divided over several departments.

In 1815, Belgium and the Netherlands were united in the United Kingdom of the Netherlands, and the province of North Brabant was established, in order to distinguish it from South Brabant, in present-day Belgium, which separated from the Kingdom in 1830. This boundary between the Netherlands and Belgium is special in that it does not form a contiguous line, but there are a handful of tiny enclaves (and enclaves inside enclaves) on both sides of the border, such as Baarle-Hertog. When the province was founded, its territory was expanded with a part of the province of Holland and the former territory of Ravenstein which had previously belonged to the Duchy of Cleves, as well as several small, formerly autonomous entities.

From the end of the 19th century, the province has grown increasingly industrialised. Textile production was centred in Tilburg and Helmond, while the town of Eindhoven has grown to the country's 5th large city thanks to the Philips and Van Doorne's Automobiel Fabriek (DAF) companies.

I like it a lot made countryshots with skies. When there is one, I am looking out for composition. I hope you like this one, I used a monopod and 100 iso
gr. jaap

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belido (17203) 2008-07-13 10:40

Hi Jaap,

very good work on the composition and the post-processing. I like those intense contrasts and the dark tones. They fit pretty well in here. Well, the reflection has your signature. Really beautiful!
Regards,
Carlos

goodwill (4033) 2008-07-13 10:43

Hi Jaap,
Sincerly speaking the colours don't look natural.
May be its the result of f/18....I am not sure.
The composition looks more or less flat.
I find the clouds distracting the composition......and I feel that the upper portion of the shot should be cropped by 25% to give the shot a three dimensional look.

I shall try this in the workshop...and please let me know what you feel.

Regards,

Rajeev

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TGULUMSER (12528) 2008-07-13 10:43

Hello Jaap,
A real beauty, a masterpiece,
Best regards,
Tulay

francio64 (12182) 2008-07-13 10:47

Hi Jaap,

this your photo seems a picture.
Good POV, colors and contrast.
I like the reflex in the lake!

Well done!

Francesco

besnard (31362) 2008-07-13 10:49

Bonsoir Jaap
Un seul mot me vient à l'esprit - c'est tout simplement superbe. C'est un excellent travail.
Merci pour le partage et bonne soirée.
nicole

guillaumejm (34) 2008-07-13 10:58

hello jaap

what a lovely picture with delightfull light on background trees!. very well done.
Best regards
JMarc

mauro61 (16680) 2008-07-13 11:00

ciao Jaap,
uno scatto bellissimo ,un quadro d'altri tempi.
I due alberi in mezzo a slanciare la composizione,i riflessi e le erbe in primo piano allestiscono un'ottima composizione.
un saluto
maurizio

patshoo (944) 2008-07-13 11:10

Tranquil scenery,Very well POV of three tree made outstanding subject,Emphasized from reflection too,well balance of space in this frame,Like beautiful color and great sharpness.Picturesque work,TFS.

Jeppo (12278) 2008-07-13 11:12

nice tones, depth and symmetry

interesting note

tfs
Silvio

mesutilgim (37597) 2008-07-13 11:14

Hi dear Jaap, Master of reflections !
Very nice capture again with, perfect pov and good compo.
Wonderfull reflections and very sensitive colors. Perfect sharpness.
TFS and best regards
MESUT ILGIM

Muse (31131) 2008-07-13 11:32

Hello Jaap,
Une lumière magnifique, de très belles couleurs et une ambiance très reposante pour un lieu vraiment charmant.
Le cadrage est tout bon.
Très beaux reflets dans l'eau calme.
Excellente soirée,
Denise

jafadabret (40717) 2008-07-13 11:47

Hi Jaap.

C'est toujours un plaisir de passer un moment sur tes photos. Ce paysage est d'une grande beauté et tu as su le mettre en valeur pour notre plus grand plaisir. Les reflets sont fabuleux et ce paysage dégage une sérénité certaine.
Jacques

barrufeto_77 (25957) 2008-07-13 11:54

Hi Jaap.

Again, a lovely landscape with amazing reflections! Excellent "dramatic" sky too!

Rgs, Oscar

Gustaw (21670) 2008-07-13 11:56

Hi, friend!
And next very beautiful photo. I very like your view. I like your composition. Good colours and light. It is profesional photo.
Marek

xavshot (63373) 2008-07-13 12:04

Bonsoir Jaap
très belle photo. Les couleurs sont superbes et les reflets ressortent bien. Joli format de la photo qui permet d'équilibrer la prise. Bravo.
Xavier

feather (50588) 2008-07-13 12:11

You had beautiful light and beautiful reflections. The inclusion of the grasses in the foreground was a good idea for added depth. I can't remember that I ever noticed any noise in your images before, yet there is some evident here, more so in the dark cloud. Unusual occurance at ISO100. That is something easily dealt with and doesn't detract from the image.
Kath

zumoduvas (1974) 2008-07-13 12:12

Hello Jaap.

Excellent picture, nice composition and colors.

Regards.
Jose Luis.

gneufeld (15289) 2008-07-13 12:19

Hi jaap,
Wow, a gorgeous shot with deep rich colors and perfect composition. I love the reflections and those colored blades of grass in the foreground. Excellent work and TFS. Gerald

Fis2 (46747) 2008-07-13 12:41

Witaj Jaap!
Wonderful landscape. I like the frame and composition. Curious colors. The reflection in water add savor of photo. Well done.
Regards
Krzysztof

leo61 (44118) 2008-07-13 13:02

Hi Jaap!
This image has a nice atmosphere with the distorted reflections and this dramatic sky.Good late afternoon light and a great POV.
Regards,Leo

Royaldevon (6026) 2008-07-13 13:36

hello Jaap,

This appears to have been painted by a Dutch Master!
It is amazing in its clarity, composition, reflections, colour and balance.
It jumped off the monitor at me and I am not disappointed!

Kind regards,
Bev :-)

papagolf21 (57029) 2008-07-13 13:39

Bonsoir, mon ami Jaap,
Tout est musique. Un tableau, un paysage, un livre, un voyage ne valent que si l'on entend leur musique.
Beauté simple, beauté reposante, beauté immortalisée avec talent !
Amitiés.
Philippe

Emile (20177) 2008-07-13 14:08

Hola Jaap.
Wonderful composition with a beautiful landscape, good control of colors and light maybe cause by the storm clouds. Lovely reflection, the high grass in fg give a good depth to your excellent photo, Kath already mentioned the mild noises on the clouds which was fixed by Rajeev in his WS.
Well done. TFS.
Wish you a nice week coming ahead.

maximage (13724) 2008-07-13 14:23

Bonjour Jaap,
Une beauté absolue, SUPERBE!
Amitiés.
max

danyy (69963) 2008-07-13 15:36

Bonjour Jaap,
le mélange habituel de tes photos qui font recette, un joli plan d'eau calme, des arbres, un ciel magnifique; et toujours et à chaque fois, des lumières finement capturées qui font jaillir les couleurs.
SUperbe ambiance.
Amicalement.
Daniel.

Morac (21167) 2008-07-13 15:45

Hello Jaap,

Very good work on the composition and very nice capture again with, perfect pov and good compo.
Regards

Marc

Floydian (30970) 2008-07-13 16:20

Ik zie waar je de foto wat extra hebt aangezet om hem meer te laten knallen. Zit tegen het onnatuurlijke aan, maar ik mag het wel zien, vooral in die rietkraag.
Die wolken geven flink wat extra maar ook aan de onderkant van die wolken loopt mooi lichtblauw door het beeld, dat geeft een rustig evenwicht...heel subtiel.
Groet, Henk

ChrisJ (70569) 2008-07-13 18:37

Hi jaap

Fantastic symmetry & reflections, with good color & sharpness. Tfs!

phwall (5821) 2008-07-13 19:10

Dear Jaap,
Beautifully composed and executed capture.
The finishing work is just stunning.

Kind regards
Peter

mvdisco (11715) 2008-07-13 19:40

Hi Jaap,
Another great composition with great colors and reflection , Excellent POV. and details, very beautiful landscape and work,,
compliments
Michel

bostankorkulugu (34212) 2008-07-13 20:58

it is only a simple piece of landscape but you manage to get an artistic stuff out of it again... so beautiful jaap, like an oil painting... all the best...

korkut

jjcordier (25468) 2008-07-13 22:13

Jaap
Encore un de ces superbes paysages dont tu as le secret à la luminosité et aux couleurs splendides. J'admire tout particulièrement ici les reflets. Magnifique!
Amicalement
JJ

AiresSantos (43298) 2008-07-13 23:18

Hi Jaap
An excellent composition with great contrast between areas. Fine reflections and i like how you framed it with the grass in foreground
TFS and have a nice week
Aires

kadirim (879) 2008-07-13 23:38

Merhaba Jaap
excellent nature and atmosphere.excellent colours and reflections.wonderful sky and clouds.Well done.
Best regards.
KadiR.

maltese (21539) 2008-07-13 23:50

Hello Jaap
Une nouvelles très belle photo ou tu associes une très belle lumières avec des reflets magnifiques. Trsè bonne composition sur ton format carré.
Un très beau travail de peintre!!
Amicalement
Hervé

riclopes (33159) 2008-07-13 23:52

Wow, another superb work from you, Jaap. This time with a scary, heavy sky, ready to fall down and crash the trees :))) So peaceful and beautiful downthere, but upthere there's a threat...Wonderful reflections, beautiful result.
have a nice start of week,
ricardo

danos (33766) 2008-07-14 0:06

Good morning Jaap,
very nice the view of the Brabandse land,with the trees and their reflections to are the eye catcher of the scene.The grey color of the sky and the little bit of the subtle light make the shot elegance.One more interest element are the lighted grass in the foreground.Well done my friend.

Have a nice week,Danos

zeynepe (9400) 2008-07-14 0:47

Hi Jaap,
Very nice and relxing view of splendid reflections.
What I like is that the contrast between sky and the water .
Congrats,
Zeynep

Nicou (46257) 2008-07-14 0:58

Hello,

Quelle image, fantastique, ces reflets sont simplement merveilleux, les couleurs, l'ambaince, du grand art.

Bravo et amitié

Nicou

snunney (35880) 2008-07-14 1:00

Hello Jaap,
A lovely composition with a touch of the dramatic about it, occasioned by the glowering sky. The light brings out the golden tones in the foliage and makes fro some great reflections. Superb clarity.

jhm (83802) 2008-07-14 1:42

Dag Jaap,

De eenvoud siert deze foto, zowel met kleur als in samenstelling.
De donkere wolken aan de hemel zorgen voor een sterk contrast tegen het licht dat onstaat tussen de bomen, maar de weerspiegelingen van de bomen in het water en het riet vervolledigen dit mooie beeld.
Mooi foto werk Jaap.

Groeten,
John.

delkoo (35058) 2008-07-14 1:49

hi jaap,
this is absolutely great shot, full of light and colors. Excellent composition and perfect moment to capture such place and such scene.
regards

didier

Budapestman (43344) 2008-07-14 1:59

Dear Jaap,
Picturesque landscape from this beautiful country with amazing lights. The composition is superb I like the attractive reflection and the fine details, really peaceful and calm atmosphere, Very well done! Have a nice week my friend
George

luisafonso (858) 2008-07-14 3:53

Great photo Jaap. The stormy mood of this is great and so is the gentle reflection. I like that you included this reeds in the foreground. It adds more depth into the composition. Great light and colors. Like it a lot.

chirasak (575) 2008-07-14 4:39

Hi Jaap
very nice capture and reflex is perfect TFS

Reagards
Chirasak

UnTrained (0) 2008-07-14 4:52

Hallo Jaap,
nice grey cloud and light over the water and on the trees, just attracting the eye. The reflection on the water and the small waves blurring this a bit work well together.
Lieben Gruss, Ulf

Silvio1953 (43458) 2008-07-14 5:54

Hi Jaap, fascinating composition with fantastic reflections, superb sky, lovely soft colors, very well done, ciao Silvio

Photo65Net (43106) 2008-07-14 8:46

Jaap,
Famous Holland light at its best here ! :o)
Superb reflections, superb light management. The result is stunning.
Regards,
JB.

testmaniac (12344) 2008-07-14 8:48

Hi Jaap, nice landscape with carpet format. Nice colors indeed. May be the noise at the sky is more but is not a problem.

TFS and regards,
Phil

Gerrit (36615) 2008-07-14 9:40

Dag Jaap,
prachtig dat gouden randje en die zware lucht. Uitstekende compositie.
Groeten gerrit

paura (39632) 2008-07-14 12:23

Jaap,
Uma composição poética, em uma artde feita de imagens. Ajustes fototécnicos e de composição excelentes. Beleza de fotografia.

Abraço

Paulo

Cricri (44153) 2008-07-14 12:24

Hi Jaap,
Un paysage calme et repôsant, de jolies teintes et reflets que donne cette belle lumiére malgré le ciel dramatique, vraiment un joli tableau, félicitations
Have a nice evening for you
cricri

berek (29115) 2008-07-14 12:30

Hi Jaap,
what a wonderful reflection. lovely nature view and colours. greetings.
Burak

batalay (21422) 2008-07-14 19:16

Hello Jaap,

For me this remarkable photograph is reminiscent of a Salvador Dali painting. The light, colors, resolution and composition all display elements of surrealism. The note is highly informative, a veritable history lesson. Warm regards,

Bulent

Graal (59144) 2008-07-14 23:48

Hi Jaap,
pleasant peaceful landscape, nice reflections and colours. Good shot, well quality of photo and interesting note.
Gr., Aleksander

Dpbours (220) 2008-07-15 2:02

Hi Jaap,

Interesting note! I mostly know the story from the side of the Belgains, since I studied in Belgium :-).
Just looking at the workshop, that one works for me as well. A slight bit more balanced, but I don't agree that the main posting does not feel natural. Nice Brabant landscape!

Greetings,
Dennis

jlbrthnn (39533) 2008-07-15 2:28

Hello Jaap,
I recognize from the start your images of the Netherlands. It is very beautiful with water always present in your photographs and these superb colors and reflections. Congratulations.
Have a nice day
Cordially
Joël

Elaine_Blath (6170) 2008-07-15 2:43

Hi Jaap,

beautiful composition, the combination of colours and reflections make together almost a painting...well done!

Take care, Ivana

azaf1 (15615) 2008-07-15 3:16

Hi Jaap
Another of your great compos with this wonderful reflection. I like the inclusion of the fg vegetation that blends nicely into the reflection and the gorgeous sky
My compliments
Argiris

John_F_Kennedy (32340) 2008-07-15 3:49

The reflections on the water are superb. This is a lovely shot of a fabulous landscape. The clouds add a nice atmosphere. Well done.
Best wishes,
Achim

Tue (25608) 2008-07-15 5:26

Goedemiddag Jaap,
Mooi gezicht over het water met het riet in de voorgrond. Een mooie combinatie van het prettige zonlicht en de donkere wolken boven het rijtje bomen, die op hun beurt prachtig in het kalme water spiegelen. Bedankt!
Groeten,
Lars

mark_mk (246) 2008-07-15 11:20

Hi Jaap,
what a nice shot! Wonderful light, exceleltn POV and a dramatic sky, what do you want more? The depth of field is also very good, thanks for sharing this nice picture, I really like it!

Take care
Mark

Rosa (4147) 2008-07-15 13:57

Bonsoir Jaap
Magnifique photo, les couleurs sont superbes et les reflets ressortent bien.
Joli format et excellent avant plan , Une lumière magnifique de très beaux reflets dans une eau calme.
Amitiés,
Rosa.

Charo (32234) 2008-07-15 18:12

Hello Jaap,
Whether or not tell you what, all your photos are superb with fantastic frame and beautiful landscape.
Of this, I love the light, colour and reflexes. Bravo!
Cordialmente,
Charo

Angshu (34253) 2008-07-15 20:42

Dag Jaap
The light is excellent as it lights up the grass & the trees in the delightful tones. The clouds are threatening & add to the compo. No perspective here, but very nice reflections. Well done!
Best Regards
Angshu

P-S-I-G (24482) 2008-07-15 22:55

Hello Jaap,
I like how you captured this very good moment of light.
Excellent exposure.
Best regards,
Fabrice

toto (18783) 2008-07-16 2:48

Bonjours,
belle photo de ce lac avec ce ciel et ces arbres qui s' y reflètent.
Les herbes hautes a l' avant et celle rouille du fond du lac donne a votre prise une bonne profondeur de champ.
Bon choix de la prise verticale pour allonger la prise et montrer a la foi une grande partie du lac et du ciel.

Amitiés Thomas
Je reviens

TopGeo (22509) 2008-07-16 10:38

Hi Jaap! excellent choice! Very marvellous picture and splendid composition amazing atmosphere and important reflections. Work that it has a style as table of painting! Thanks!
Georgios

npecanhuk (15212) 2008-07-17 7:17

Hi Jaap!
That's a very nice scene! Very eye-catching!
I love the dark clouds on top, the vegetation and its reflection on the water and the tiny detail of the vegetation in the foreground!
Lovely colors, great POV and composition!
TFS - Congratulations!
Greetings from Brazil,
Neyvan Peçanhuk

COSTANTINO (23487) 2008-07-17 10:43

Hi JAAP,
i always visit your photos and i find these
compositions the best..What can I say for you?
your photos are so well done with intense
contrasts,the reflections unique that are
really amazing.. THANKS for sharing my friend
Compliments from GREECE
cOSTANTINO

jemaflor (39895) 2008-07-17 11:14

Hi Jaap,
Lovely reflection and colours a pov well chosen, interesting result, good idea;

chrisnet (20378) 2008-07-18 12:45

Hello Jaap,
The light and the reflections are superb, I like much this poetic landscape, a excellent work.
Regards

JCG (25911) 2008-07-19 4:15

Hi Jaap,

A very beautiful country painting !!! The landscape is sublime and of a very pleasant softness, I like much. All breathes the calm one. The reflections are very appreciable. Beautiful harmony of the colors. Pretty photograph, thank you Jaap.

With all my friendships and has very good WE,

Jean-Charles

MarcT (21105) 2008-07-19 5:40

Hallo Jaap,
Knappe compositie. Mooie kleuren. Heerlijke maar "noisy" hemel.
Beste groetent
Marc

izmirli (3367) 2008-07-19 5:42

merhaba dear jaap
excellent picture.wonderful colours and reflections.magnificent nature.well done.
best regards.
gürkan akçakır.

Didi (36712) 2008-07-19 7:17

Bonjour Jaap
Une image de très bonne qualité avec une parfaite qualité optique.
Je note aussi une très bonne luminosité qui donne à cette image tout son intéret.
Amitiés.

gildasjan (24255) 2008-07-19 8:47

Bonjour Jaap
De simples éléments de la nature toujours bien mis en valeur dans tes images avec une lumière sublime.
Bravo et bonne soirée à toi.
Amicalement
Gildas

Signal-Womb (11757) 2008-07-19 16:30

Hi Jaap, very beautiful capture, the tones and reflections, moody sky which you know I love . Excellent work..

dareco (17104) 2008-07-20 4:42

I find your gallery to be amazing! The colors, the scenery...you really are a fantastic photographer!! I especially love the reflections in this. As always the colors and detail are excellent. Very beautiful! TFS and have a happy day!

zeca (20026) 2008-07-20 18:50

Beautiful photo, Jaap! I like the colours, very well saturated. The lights are excellent, well exposing the foreground to make nice contrast to the dark sky... and here is you signature.
Regards,
Zeca

josepmarin (34295) 2008-07-21 4:42

Hi Jaap,
Perfect capture to immortalize this instant of peace in a calm and beautiful landscape and with a light and a few very attractive tones.
The composition with very much sky and with the reflections in the water works very well.
A beautiful work, my friend.
Best regards,
Josep

claudeD (11564) 2008-07-23 3:59

Hello Jaap,

very nice picture from the Brabantse Land.I like your composition and colors.The reflections in the water are amazing.Very well done.

With regards from Luxembourg

Jean-Claude

bakes888 (18353) 2008-07-27 0:12

Hi Jaap. Wonderful photo. Nice calm scene with a hint drama to come in that sky. Well captured and thanks for sharing.
Have a good week, Paul.

Silversnow (2121) 2008-07-29 9:50

Very interesting mirror composition, peacefull yet alive.

capthaddock (28640) 2008-08-01 18:21

Hi Jaap - the light is heavenly as usual, and transorms the modest subject into a work of art. The sky looks a bit grainy or noisy on my monitor, somewhat surprising with 100ISO.

meb (744) 2008-09-26 6:00

Hi Jaap, I agree with "goodwill" about the cropping, but the shot and the note are remarkable the same.
Best regards
Marica

patdeph (18644) 2008-11-01 2:41

hello Jaap
there is a new rule that forbid to come back on critique,so I can't give you the smiley on my critique of yesterday!It's why I have chosen another picture!I had misssed this one as I was in Malaysia!You had here an incredible beautiful light to enhance this simple landscape!The contrast of the golden grasses with the dark water and sky is superb,and I like the small grasses framing the bottom of the picture!Magnificent!
Best regards
Pascale