Don't look behind the curtain

Tripod mounted camera, f/4 (I think) HDR composite of 3 images. Longest exposure time was around 8 seconds, shortest 3.5 sec.

This is a totally "as I found it" shot in a former Catholic church turned Missionary Baptist turned "swimming pool in the basement because the water main broke and no one cares" abandonment.

I really wanted to capture this one in a single shot, but inside the confessional was too dark and the light was going quickly as this taken shortly before sunset on our last day exploring Detroit. Some days I swear HDR was developed for urban explorers.

Posted by Whelve on Thu, 11/14/13 09:37
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Comments by Jan Bjorklund on Thu, 11/14/13 09:44

The muted colors of your composition work well with the textural feel that comes from the various elements that make up the area around the confessional. The flowers between the curtains creates the sense that though the area appears derelict that someone is still using the confessional.


Comments by Ruth Rittichier on Thu, 11/14/13 10:08

Not only actual, but a symbolic capture of the church's deterioration.


Comments by Bruce Hunter on Fri, 11/15/13 00:31

Strong image, both technically and symbolically......and the matching flower and curtain color help to unify it, also.


Comments by Alkarion on Fri, 11/15/13 08:48

As said prior by Jan, I agree with the textural feeling being well
'exposed' by the colors...
The coloring of the flowers and curtains provide a prominent imagery,
as it stands against the backdrop of grey... presenting an interesting
interplay between colors.
I really like the tonal levels throughout the image. (I feel like the
brick on the left is somewhat underexposed? Or perhaps there is a
stain or element that makes capturing its details difficult. I don't
think it detracts from the quality of the image, nonetheless.)
The composition allows a nice balance between all the components which
when combined with the fair tonal values and subtle detailed textures
makes me see an ingrained detail or "story" within every inch of the
photo. Which is pretty cool.


Comments by Tony Scheuhammer on Fri, 11/22/13 12:35

Beautifully done!


Comments by Dan Stefan on Tue, 12/17/13 03:53

Hello !

You do a good job

SEASONS GREETINGS !