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2 Comments |
Claires_Dreams
 
Claires_Dreams June 07, 2018
Thank you all! :)
Ciego64
 
Ciego64 February 28, 2022
Nice!!!
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Behind The Lens

Location

The photo was taken in the building of my B&B, while I was on holiday in Rome.

Time

This is by far one of my favourite unplanned image. I remember it was actually my last day in Rome, I was out from the early morning trying to take advantage of the last hours in that beautiful city and headed back to the B&B right after lunch as I was having the flight soon and was already in a bit of a hurry. Once in the hallway downstairs, I was waiting for the elevator. As you can see, it was a tall building so I always had to wait for the elevator for a while. I didn't care much the previous days as I was never rushing, but at that moment every minute counted. So I headed to the stairs, but as I looked up two things happened: a) I instantly gave up as I realized how many stairs are( the flat was on the 6th floor if I remember well) and how tired I already am. b) I saw exactly what you see in the photo and realized how I've almost missed this shot!

Lighting

It's only natural light, as bright& strong you can get in a summer day around 2pm.

Equipment

My camera batteries were already dead after hours in the city, but I didn't want to completely miss the shot, so I had to use my mobile phone. I'm planning to go back there though only for retaking this shot. :)

Inspiration

I am very much into minimalism, geometry, architecture and perspective and I think here all the elements combine beautifully. I also like how, from a different point of view, the spiraling shape can subtly represent the concept of continuity, infinity.

Editing

Apart from the basic adjustments didn't need to as the light was bright& crisp.

In my camera bag

At the moment I don't have much time to focus on photography, nor to research for better gear so I'm still with my Nikon D5100 with the 18-55mm lens. I'm planning to get more into it towards the end of the year though when hopefully I'll have more time to dedicate to my passions.

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Become the best observer you can possibly be, so you don't miss great shots on the way. And no matter how many batteries you have, get a couple more! :))

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