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Tucked away in silent, winter nature, the Yellow House stands discretely yet in sharp contrast to the whiteness of the snow-capped pines....
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Tucked away in silent, winter nature, the Yellow House stands discretely yet in sharp contrast to the whiteness of the snow-capped pines.
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upload_dateOct, 2013

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Behind The Lens

Location

I took this photo in the touristic village of Selo Kostenets, near the foothills of the Rila Mountains in south-central Bulgaria. This mountainous area is a natural spa center that attracts locals and tourists alike. It is known for its villas, hotels, waterfalls and swimming pools with natural, healing, mineral water. A famous, Bulgarian poet, Hristo Botev, once lived there. The quality of the air is pristine and Gurgulitsa, a refuge for campers and hikers, is only a short drive away.

Time

It was sometime in the early afternoon, after a snowfall.

Lighting

The lighting is entirely natural. I composed the shot in such a way as to make sure that there was a proportional balance between the sky, the forest and the Yellow House. The muted effect of the sunless sky adds to the mystery of the shot.

Equipment

I used a digital camera (Fuji), no flash, no tripod. I stood on a winding road and tilted my camera upwards toward the Yellow House.

Inspiration

I thought that the Yellow House stood in sharp contrast to the white snow making it a distinctive object that attracts the eye. The soft, white snow delicately covering the pine trees acts as a blanket that "cushions" sound and lends a superb sense of stillness. The house made me wonder, "Who lives there?" "How do they reach their home during a winter storm?" "Why did they paint it yellow?" Although the Yellow House makes one want to know more, it nevertheless seems to have been built in the perfect place, a place that belongs to it alone.

Editing

No, I did not.

In my camera bag

I normally carry a digital camera and a battery which I'm sure to charge before trekking. I like keeping things simple and avoid using a tripod whenever possible.

Feedback

Although this may sound obvious, it's important to: have your camera with you, make sure your battery is charged and your lens clean. Visit sites that have photogenic qualities, keep your eyes open for opportunites, and let the "child within" be inspired before taking a shot. The touristic village of Selo Kostenets is a prime example of a location that offers photegenic material. Opportunities present themselves all the time, but it's up to you to spot them. The moment itself will "speak" to you and it will be up to you to capture the shot, a shot that is waiting to be captured. When you feel that it's the right moment and the right shot, don't let yourself be intimidated. In this case, I stopped my car in the safest place possible, turned on my hazard lights and stepped outside to take the shot. Although there were other cars on the winding road and there was some risk involved, I knew that this shot was mine!

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