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Distilled Life
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Uploaded: 09/28/06 7:48 PM GMT
Distilled Life
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This lovely fountain is about six feet tall and about the same width, and stands in the center of a French town just north of Marseilles. What I love about it is this: It has spewed its thermal water through 16 centuries or so, and during this time ox-carts gave way to the horses of the chevaliers and then to the carriages of the burgers who moved into the east side of the street, and finally it became an obstacle to the machines that have increased the pace of life in this city to the point that few noticed this most ancient place-holder in this medieval French city.
Empires have risen and fallen while it patiently flowed. People lived. Babies were born. Young couples married. They loved and died, and their children carried on. All around this fountain life has swirled for over a thousand years. What will it tell in another thousand years?
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&kjh000
09/28/06 9:06 PM GMT
The lighting is wonderful in this shot. I quite enjoy the centered (IMHO) composition, but it works out so well because of the contrast of the beautiful, serene fountain, frozen in time, against the modern city details that are hinted in the background. Really good photo. You did the most out of the settings here.
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The photography is, as with all your work, exceptional. The narrative is both informative and sad. That such a treasure should be taken for granted or not cared for at all is a sin. And mankind calls it progress. Progress? Kudos, my friend.
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What incredible detail my friend. I love the history that you gave as well Reg. It was indeed very poignant. The lighting is captivating to my eyes. I hope you don't mind if I allow it to captivate me further by sitting on my desktop while I stare at it? Thanks so much for taking the time to type the wonderful history and for sharing this image with me :~)
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~mimi~
Perfect detail, lighting and composition, not to mention the water action. It's truly expert and the description is very informative. So glad you shared this one Reg.
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Can't always give individual thanks but I am so appreciative of everyone's comments and input. I truly enjoy seeing all of your posts and am always happy to see you at My Gallery. Thanks, Anita
Love the motion of the water. You're very good at capturing that. The colors are rich and deep. Very nice shot.
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Beautiful shot with the lush green and the "frozen" water.
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first fo all absolutely beaufitul!! love he high amount of contrast, and the saturation is beautiful. plus you captured the motion in the water so perfectly. but...i am confused. maybe its just because its late and i am very tired and worn out..but this looks more like 6 inches tall and wide instead of 6 feet. am i completely off or just being naive? anyways, thats not important, its a beautiful picture, with great lighting detail and clarity. great work! ~abby
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i apologize for my delay in replying to all of your wonderful comments...senior year in hs has me incredibly busy and almost frantic...
Great picture, great narrative.
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Always give more than you expect to get and you will always get more than you expect.
Thanks to all!
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What a wonderful treasure you have captured in your photo. I love the deep green color that stands out and the water.
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g'day Reg,
had to come in and give you a blast from the past, excellent one here from your former neighbor across the pon, i'll be back...
had to come in and give you a blast from the past, excellent one here from your former neighbor across the pon, i'll be back...
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May the sun bring you new energy by day. May the moon softly restore you by night. May the rain wash away your sorrows. May the breeze blow new strength into your being. May you walk gently through the world and know its beauty all the days of your life. (An Apache Blessing)
Thank you so much for the photo and even more for your intro - it is so thought provoking. Funny, but the fountain looks like a small shrub of glittering branches giving life to generations.
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First, I haven't browsed your gallery in so long, and it was nice to just sit and look through it.
Second, I'm jealous that you were in France.
Third, regarding the photo, I really like the way you shot this. My only critiques are with the sharpness and contrast - if both could be "upped" a bit and I think it would make a big difference. Just my thoughts. :)
Second, I'm jealous that you were in France.
Third, regarding the photo, I really like the way you shot this. My only critiques are with the sharpness and contrast - if both could be "upped" a bit and I think it would make a big difference. Just my thoughts. :)
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