It looks grand and that's how it was meant to be. These are not genuine early middle age ruins but a 'folly', a life-size garden ornament built during 1800's by the former owners of the Wimpole Hall manor house near Cambridge, now property of the National Trust. Obviously, it requires a generous 'garden', and that's how it looks from the distance
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[Mar. 15th, 2009 11:11:38 AM]
With hindsight, I should have exposed a bit more, perhaps around 10-15 min, to get better startrails. The colours look a bit artificial too but they helped to contrast the grayness of the tower.
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Ya know, I knew this would ribbon! That is why I commented the way I did, finding an excuse as to why this probably won't win, but Im glad you did!, I was one of your 7's , congratulations!
Beautiful sky, vibrance every where here, and your main subject is a perfect find for this challenge, although a bit overwhelmed by shadows, and the highlighted parts are a bit too smooth. Id like to see it sharper, and I would like to see it stand out more, and this could have ribboned easily.
This is a great shot with nice colours. Especially like the stars in which I can see just a touch of movement which I'm guessing is from the long exposure.
I would be very surprised if this didn't finish in the top ten.
My favorite in this challenge. I love the moonlight and stars. Really speaks of "old", but probably lots more than 100 years, which is okay. Superb composition. 10
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