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Photographer’s Note

COLLAGE

Saturday August 9, 2008: the cruise ship, Crystal Serenity, on which I had been giving guest lectures, was anchored at the Island of Corfu. Strategically significant in light of its location just off the west coast of the Greek Mainland, Corfu has managed, nonetheless, to maintain its uniqueness through numerous vicissitudes — including invasions, occupations and tyrants. The culture of Corfu seems to echo the island’s turbulent past.

St. Spyridon Church, in front of which I took this photograph, is unmistakable for its spire that towers above all others on the island. The occasion is especially memorable since the bells on the Bell Tower (ws) had just begun to peel the twelve bongs signaling noon. The worshipers paused to plant candles in the sand inside the candle seller’s cart. The parallel glass panes of the cart, approximately 1.2 meters apart, served partly to transmit and partly to reflect the scene, seemingly creating a collage. I was inspired to submit this image after seeing a recent post, Celebrating Easter, by Stella Leivadi (stelli). This photo is in gratitude to Stella.

Nikon D200, Nikkor 28-200 mm lens, fill flash.

danyy, kri54, isabela_sor, azaf1, ymrk, macondo, bostankorkulugu, judesta, dareco, stelli, Wandering_Dan, windosil, papagolf21, Beasolea, paololg, Dpbours, jhm, avene, BWJ, meltemi, Cretense, tober, mavikuzey, paura, MLINES, Kielia, JCG, stego, yedirenk, ruisc_pt, alvaraalto has marked this note useful

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kri54 (1515) 2009-04-25 23:13

belle ambiance, couleurs chaude

isabela_sor (42471) 2009-04-25 23:25 [Comment]

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azaf1 (15547) 2009-04-26 0:21

Hi BulenAn excellent dedication to Steall, and a great reflection composition, combining two different aspects of everyday life; the candle and the people behind all in one to give the essence of religiosity on the island. Excellent note, too

Have a good day and TFS
Argiris

trekks (14334) 2009-04-26 0:26

hi Bulent

Very interesting idea to have this mirror reflection which gives a little mysterious look to the candle lights.

tfs, bill

emka (22319) 2009-04-26 0:44

Hi dear Bulent,

Interesting collage of reality and reflections. Splendid warm light of candles, beautiful atmosphere. Interesting view also in the background.

warm regards

Malgorzata

ymrk (9119) 2009-04-26 0:58

Merhaba Hocam,
Harika bir etki,perdeli görüntüler nefis...Mumların etkisi,adeta bir filmden kare gibi...Elinize sağlık,selamlar ve sevgilerle,

Yağmur

macondo (13271) 2009-04-26 1:18

Hi Bulent.
Yes, it seems very much like a collage. Yet the lighting of the candles remains a focal point. The picture has a warm tone and a good sense of depth in the street scene which comprises the background. The repeated red of the t-shirts contributes to this, also. Nicely done, and good note.
Regards,
Andrew

bostankorkulugu (33982) 2009-04-26 2:38

birkaç fotoğraf bir arada sanki profesör, yansımayı çok iyi kullanmışsınız... şık bir paskalya armağanı olmuş stellaya... selamlar... korkut

judesta (992) 2009-04-26 3:59

Hi Bulent
Nice rich and warm colour created by the wonderful detail flames of the candles, must be the fire background in me that draws me into the flames. As always and interesting and educational note.
Cheers
Jude

vincz (19045) 2009-04-26 5:34

A great picture playing with reflections in a very smart way. There is such a mood here. Everything is mixed. Love it.

asajernigan (14284) 2009-04-26 6:14

Bulent,
This is an interesting concept using the reflection to accentuate the candle flames. The reflection from behind you gives the shot a 3-D effect. The lighting and colors are great with excellent sharpness and detail.
TFS,
Asa

dareco (17104) 2009-04-26 8:17

An interesting note and picture. I love the warm lighting from the candles. A lovely mood. TFS

stelli (2959) 2009-04-26 9:12

Thank you for the dedication! :) Interesting collage! The moment you have captured is one of great meaning for every true Christian, so it has it's greatness and importance!!! I am sure there are similar moments in all other religions around the world! Kerkyra is one of my favorite islands with excellent traditions at Easter time. Visiting the island at that time is a unique experience! Thank you for sharing! Regards Stella

Wandering_Dan (3293) 2009-04-26 9:16

Merhaba, Bulent -

Funny that you should post a reflection shot the same day I do! This one is completely different, of course, the object being, as you say, collage rather than distortion. And it worked extremely well. It's easy to clutter up this kind of shot, but here the complex of elements works. I think it is the combination of the lighting, the colors on the shirts, and the way each set of elements (people, candles, and the reflected awnings, are placed so that they mostly do not interfere with each other.

Very nicely done!

Best,
Dan

windosil (816) 2009-04-26 11:23

This has worked well, Bulent. The thumbnail looked like a rich tapestry, and the full size is full of interest. I like the humour of the candle-lighter's apparent head-dress!
Best wishes,
Winifred

berek (29019) 2009-04-26 12:02

Merhaba Bülent bey,
güzel bir günlük hayat an fotografı. ilk baktığımda yeri Çorlu olarak gördüm :-) Bülent bey buralarda diye içimden geçirdim. dikkatli baknca tabiki gülme tuttu. ellerinize sağlık. selamlar
Burak

papagolf21 (56737) 2009-04-26 13:19

Bonsoir, mon ami Bulent,
Une très belle image où se mêlent ferveur et genèse! la composition est très réussie : mélange subtil entre réalités et reflets. Merci également pour la photo présentée en atelier. Un réel plaisir de contempler l'ensemble.
Amitiés.
Philippe

Beasolea (1646) 2009-04-26 13:49

Hello Bulent,
I like the very delicate reflection, your notes are always very interesting. The full picture bring warm climate in almost every day time.
Best regards
Bea

paololg (14237) 2009-04-26 14:17

Ciao dear friend,
suggestive image where daily life melts its with the mystical reality of the believers. You have done a pleasant composition, practically one "picture in picture", where you have managed in stupendous way the light, the shades and the transparencies of the reflexes. Another interesting image to be added to the your beautiful gallery.
Ciao, have a nice week!
Paolo

g_panakia (4004) 2009-04-27 1:50

goodmorning bulent!
very interesting reflection!!!
i like the way you capture the candles and the people, your note, as always, is very informative!!!
congratulations and i hope you enjoyed your visit to beautiful island of corfu!!!
have a nice week
georgia

Dpbours (220) 2009-04-27 2:10

Hello Bulent,

Nice with the reflections on the glass. Two glass panes even and you are not too visible there. Nice!

Dennis

jhm (83328) 2009-04-27 3:52

Hello Dear Bulent,

Absolutely soft interior shot.
The candle and the people behind all in one to give the essence of religiosity on the island.
Colours and presentation are superb.
I've respect for everyone his religion, excellent note too.
Very well done, TFS.

Warmest regards,
John

avene (11138) 2009-04-27 13:49

hello Bulent,
this natural collage makes me think about the role of faith and religion in everyday lives. two men in the background, casual passer by - for me your image shows religon as integral part, comfortable (if you can say that about religion) and reliable, with warm light of the candles adding a homey touch. hard to describe precisely the feeling, I hope I make some sense :) bottom line - I like the photo with its different layers constantly adding something new to the scene.

best,
Kristine

BWJ (1775) 2009-04-27 18:43

Hello Bulent,
A spectacular composition that has several focal points or areas of interest. I like the sense of motion created by the flames slanting both to the right and left and also the way the angle of the candles leads the eye to the top of the picture where there are many details to ponder and enjoy. The light management is superb and the colors warm and rich. You included an excellent workshop of the clock tower as well.
Kind regards,
Betty

Atousa (3466) 2009-04-27 21:01

Salam Bulent,

Its really a collage..I like the row of candles n different expressions of the people who are lighting the candles..a good daily life shot with interesting details..thank you.
Best regards, Atousa

anto95 (1820) 2009-04-28 5:59

Hi Bulent,
You chose a very good position to take this shot with success!
Antonello

Yar (795) 2009-04-28 11:24

the combination of the criss-crossing candle lights is truly drawing the attention. the reflections in the glass add some charming effect.

meltemi (9746) 2009-04-29 0:22

Hello Bulent,
your photo shows a very interesting scenery that only the eye of an artist could see.
The candle and their flames are very pretty, the reflection most unusual and magical, trought the glass.
An interesting daily scene and a very worthwhile recording and made all the more interesting by your excellent notes.
All the best.
Stella

Cretense (57010) 2009-04-29 4:47

Hello, dear Bulent!

Very interesting and very original photo, excellent idea and perfect realisation! Great framing and composition, great "play" with the reflection! Great light managment and colours! Congratulations!

Warm regards,
Hercules

archimatica (13344) 2009-04-29 12:59

Pct in pct in picture...
This is a great and original vision.

Regards
Renzo

tober (4054) 2009-04-29 23:15

Merhaba Sayın Hocam, fotoğrafınızda öyle bir hava var ki, mumlardan yayılan is kokusu, Ege'den gelen iyot kokusuyla karışmış gibi adeta. Arka plandaki sokak ve meydanların canlılığı -fotoğraftan tam gözükmese bile- hissedilebiliyor. Elinize sağlık, saygılar.

mavikuzey (360) 2009-04-30 8:12

Merhaba Bülent by
Mumları çok severim çok güzel çekmişsiniz elinize sağlık.

paura (39258) 2009-04-30 9:58

Bulent,
Uma beleza de composição aqui, com ricos detalhes apensados em uma belíssima imagem. Lindo trabalho.

Abraço

Paulo

MLINES (10966) 2009-04-30 19:05

Hi Bulent. A creative collage which has a life of its own. The candles add the spice to this image well. The notes, as always, add a lot to what we see. TFS. Murray.
PS Visit to Vinci in place now.

mesutilgim (37282) 2009-05-01 7:19

Selam sevgili Bülent,
Demek İstanbula gelmeden on gün evvel filan çekmişsin bu güzel kareyi.
Gerçekten mükemmel bir kolaj.
Çok iyi ışık kontrolu ve sımsıcak renkler.
Verdiğin zengin açıklamalarla da çok tatmin edici bir TE katkısı olmuş.
Tebrikler
Selam ve sevgiler
MESUT ILGIM

danyy (69447) 2009-05-01 14:36

Lumières difficiles Bulent, les flammes dansantes demandant aussi des temps de poses plus courts et le résultat est ici sur le plan technique, de qualité.
Un sujet bien commenté.
Excellent week-end.
daniel.

Royaldevon (5944) 2009-05-02 13:19

Hello Bulent,

I know just what you mean about the glass transmitting and reflecting images. I posted one on TL a few days ago which I found utterly fascinating.

I love the effect here!
Each time you look, you see it in a slightly different way, or you notice something which did not register previously!
The candles appear to be encircling, protecting the nearby people. So much can be read into this.

I must say, Corfu Town was my first, and far from my last, visit to Greece and therefore, created a lasting impression on me. I liked the good humour of the people particularly, as well as the beautiful scenery.

Kind regards,
Bev :-)

Kielia (8733) 2009-05-04 12:07

Hello Bulent,
this image and the accompanying note is in the best spirit of TE! Very interesting reflections that indeed look like a collage. Excellent POV on the candles and the people, very pleasant colors and light. My compliments!
Warm regards
Harriet

JCG (25749) 2009-05-05 12:47

Bonsoir Bülent,

Subtle mixes reality and reflection on this photograph. Beautiful management of the light and I particularly like the dance of these flames. A beautiful image and thank you for the photograph in WS which enables us to appreciate the beauty of this superb bell-tower. Well seen for the title, well done Bülent.

With all my friendships of Versailles and with soon,

Jean-Charles

stego (22448) 2009-05-08 11:56

Hi Bulent,

It's a very interesting exploitation of the mirroring effects caused by the glasses and the lights of the candles. I have the feeling that the photo tells much about the life on the place: we see the devotion, which isn't so often seen in Western youngsters, wee see a group of old friends seated together enjoying the shadow and
sense a lot of "daily life" in it, we see the probable tourist on the BG, we can have an idea of the busy street, etc.

I like it very much!

Regards, José.

yedirenk (7545) 2009-05-09 18:23

merhaba Bülent hocam,
Benim de Selçuk meryem ana evinde çektiğim buna benzer bir karem var.ama sizinki çok daha güzel ve etkileyici olmuş doğrusu.dikey kadraj,netlik ve detay zenginliği gözalıcı.güzel bir an.ellerinize sağlık.selamlar,sevgiler

Cevdet

ruisc_pt (6207) 2009-05-13 9:56

Magnificent image Bulent
TFS
R

alvaraalto (5303) 2009-05-21 5:50

Hi Bulent,

I like all that transparent layers in this picture. All together they make a thrilling, exiting composition with again and again new elements to discover.

Groet Rob

Angshu (34099) 2009-06-18 21:50

Hello Professor 'A'
For me detached from the religious sentiments echoed by many of the critics, I can only comment on the photograph. Taking the picture through the glass, the juxtaposition of the reflections & what we see through the glass, the various expressions on the faces.... It's a busy picture, full of details & I was also trying to find the faintest impression of you on the glass, but without much success.
With Warmest Regards
Angshuman

salvator (18939) 2009-07-04 1:10

Hello Bulent Bey,
The management of light, the details of the candlelights, the composition and the colors look absolutely wonderful.
Best personal regards.
Salvator.