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Jake__Race May 15, 2018
Getting in is the easy part, sliding rock wall! Getting out you have to go behind a waterfall and then skip on rocks over a pond. :-D
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Jake__Race October 05, 2019
Thanks Wulfknight71!
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Behind The Lens

Location

This photo was taken in Sintra, Portugal. I’m currently on a year long backpacking adventure through Europe and I am taking every opportunity to explore new and wonderful places.

Time

After spending a full day exploring the castles and parks within Sintra, our day was coming to a close. We stumbled upon this amazing and unique well and I was instantly mesmerized. This photo was taken at 4:42 PM on April, 14th. The remainder of my time was spent venturing down through this wells spiral staircase and eventually coming out behind a waterfall and over stepping stones on a pond.

Lighting

The lighting for this photo was well balanced from the trees over head. As the sun was arcing down, it let just enough light fall into the top of the well entrance. The reflection from the light hitting the small amount of water at the bottom of the well added a touch of depth I was looking for.

Equipment

The photo was taken on my IPhone 6S. No other equipment was needed. I used a downward arcing panoramic shot to capture the full depth of this ancient structure.

Inspiration

The mystery and excitement of exploring within Portugal affords many opportunitys for a new photographer like myself. This one location is without a doubt my favorite and it captured my heart. I spent, what seemed like hours just enjoying the views afforded by this magical place and when I finally decided to capture it, I took my time to get just the right angle.

Editing

As man made wells tend to be on the darker side, I raised the ambient light slightly and overlaid a small amount of definition to bring out the moss, foliage and stonework.

In my camera bag

Cleaning wipes and a power bank with charge cord are what I always keep on hand. That and a good amount of water because taking good photos is hard work! ;)

Feedback

With my own photography, I find that you’ve got to learn to trust your instincts. Finding the right angle, the right lighting and the right subject shouldn’t be a chore but a constant learning experience. Don’t rush and don’t worry about the outcome. As long as you’re having fun you’ll capture what you were meant to see. Good luck and stay steady!

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