Sunday, January 18, 2009

Bench & Shadow/ Monochrome Maniacs

Lately I'm fascinated by shadows. If only the sun would indulge me more! At last -- as you can see -- it broke through the clouds long enough for me to snap this photo.

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42 comments:

  1. JanJanuary 18, 2009 at 1:40 PM

    Wonderful capture, EG

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  2. judi/GmjJanuary 18, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    you trend setter! now I am going to be looking at shadows... :D

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  3. ~Just Me Miranda~January 18, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    Beautiful shot!

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  4. LouiseJanuary 18, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    I'm fascinated by them,too. This is an awesome one.

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2009 at 2:39 PM

    There is only one thing to say -Classic.
    But I'll say more anyway... I love the purity of the image. Magnificent.

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  6. RobinJanuary 18, 2009 at 2:49 PM

    Great shot! I love the way you've composed this one.

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2009 at 2:54 PM

    I love this shot. The shadow shows off the iron work so well.

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  8. maryt/theteachJanuary 18, 2009 at 3:00 PM

    It's great you caught this shadow! My Monochrome shot is up on Wednesdays... :)

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  9. MojoJanuary 18, 2009 at 3:02 PM

    I'm fascinated by this shadow at least! You could have even left out the bench itself and it would be compelling. But I'm glad you didn't. I love the texture it adds to the shot.

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    that's a good shot w/ the shadow on the wall. great in b&w

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  11. RoanJanuary 18, 2009 at 3:09 PM

    Cool shot! I like the simplicity of the shot, and the complexity of the shadow.

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  12. BeckyJanuary 18, 2009 at 3:28 PM

    Oh, I like this. I must check out shadows more, BUT you do need some sun..
    B.

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  13. Chubby ChiequeJanuary 18, 2009 at 3:33 PM

    Ha! sometimes we beg for sun jst to chase a perfect shadow, huh? But to no avail but suddenly when your not intended to have one, then a perfect shadow come along your way.

    Just HURRY & cam must be handy.

    Love the B&W...

    TY for dropping by...

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  14. PetrusJanuary 18, 2009 at 3:56 PM

    The shadow looks better that the original bench - good idea for a shot.

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  15. KostasJanuary 18, 2009 at 4:26 PM

    Amazing photograph, has depth and a lot of nuances of grey!
    Marvellous post!

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  16. BarbaraJanuary 18, 2009 at 4:46 PM

    I love shadows too, but I don't see them often enough! I really like the shadow her contrasting on the white wall. Great shot.

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  17. kdenJanuary 18, 2009 at 6:12 PM

    What a beautiful shot. I love the intricacy of the end of the bench in the shadow. The end probably wouldn't even be noticed if it wasn't for the shadow.

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  18. The Summer Kitchen GirlsJanuary 18, 2009 at 6:15 PM

    What beautiful curves of the iron the shadows captured!

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  19. Jane Hards PhotographyJanuary 18, 2009 at 6:27 PM

    Fabulous capture really sharp shadows and lovely framing.

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  20. RoseJanuary 18, 2009 at 6:44 PM

    Interesting pattern...I can almost see a quilt out of that.

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  21. Kerri FarleyJanuary 18, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    I LOVE it...quite an AWESOME shadow!

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  22. michael birdJanuary 18, 2009 at 7:33 PM

    Very nifty shot. Love the bench more than the shadow but they go together nicely.

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  23. PJJanuary 18, 2009 at 7:38 PM

    Sweet and simple and so evocative of relaxation and the outdoors. It's great.

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  24. MaryJanuary 18, 2009 at 8:32 PM

    absolutely beautiful! wishing you more sunshine. :)

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  25. UnknownJanuary 18, 2009 at 9:24 PM

    Wow!!look at the shadow?
    Isn't it beautiful in B&W.

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  26. CopenhagenJanuary 18, 2009 at 9:50 PM

    Beautiful!

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  27. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2009 at 11:00 PM

    Such clarity! Nicely composed and great use of light too.

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  28. CarlettaJanuary 18, 2009 at 11:31 PM

    Love how the star is prominent even though barely noticeable on the bench. Very nice!

    I can't do shadows - no sun. :)

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  29. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2009 at 1:12 AM

    Oooh, I really like this. Love the shapes and shadows. Good one.
    :-)

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  30. Rune EideJanuary 19, 2009 at 2:49 AM

    No problem with the effect here - I must notice that combination.

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  31. Joe NarvaezJanuary 19, 2009 at 3:22 AM

    The shadow effect is very nice. I like this picture!

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  32. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2009 at 3:27 AM

    I like the shadow effect too on the artistic metal of the bench. It kinda of brings the mind into the gap looking between the shadow and the light.

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  33. Small City ScenesJanuary 19, 2009 at 3:36 AM

    All I can say is YAY!! the sun is shining. Neat shot too. MB

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  34. Paul GodinJanuary 19, 2009 at 6:17 AM

    Shadows seem hard to come by lately with the cloudy and stormy weather we've been having. Always found benches to be a good focal point.

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  35. BarbJanuary 19, 2009 at 7:15 AM

    I love the star in the shadow!

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  36. DarlaJanuary 19, 2009 at 7:22 AM

    Wonderful shadow shot. Hope you have lots more sun in the next days.

    Darla

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  37. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2009 at 8:03 AM

    Fantasic shadiow but a non less interesting bench!

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  38. This Is My Blog - fishing guyJanuary 19, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    EG: Very neat shadow shot, cool bench.

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  39. LinneaJanuary 19, 2009 at 10:39 AM

    Perfect MM shot! I love it. I love how the star shows through in the shadow, but you can't see it on the bench. Brilliant! What a terrific shadow. Hi from Cal.

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  40. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2009 at 12:35 PM

    They are lovely photos.
    Made me feel cold though love the shadows of the bench.

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  41. CatherineJanuary 20, 2009 at 4:02 AM

    Wonderful ! Pure B&W shot. Your patience has been greatly rewarded.
    Very artistic, EG. I love it.

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  42. Annie JeffriesJanuary 22, 2009 at 2:02 AM

    Beautiful. The reflection suggests a half open book.

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