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21.5.12 Chris Spracklen

Lounge area, Parador de Jaen

Jaen, Andalusia, Spain

The hotel we stayed in is called 'Hotel Castillo de Santa Catalina' and it's amazing! This is a shot of one of the lounges. We didn't get to sit in it as we were only there the one night.

Nikon D7000 ,Nikkor AF-S DX 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
1/15s f/3.2 at 11.0mm iso400
HDRed in Photomatix Pro 4 then toned in OnOne Perfect Effects 6 full exif

other sizes: small medium large original auto
Kim23-Feb-2013 11:08
Fantastic interior shot! V
Simon Chandler18-Feb-2013 03:33
Dramatic composition with great dof, details and contrast. v
Roland11-Feb-2013 23:16
Stunning image Chris, the sharpness and overall tone make for a very beautiful scene. V
Graeme05-Feb-2013 10:31
I love the way the light brings out the amazing textures of this seating area, Chris.BV
Marcia Colelli04-Feb-2013 17:18
Very beautiful lounge. Looks like a wonderful place to stay. V
Mark Chambers ARPS AFIAP CPAGB BPE323-Jan-2013 21:06
Great detail and conversion. V
Dan Greenberg16-Sep-2012 14:03
This has a sensational impact in monochrome! The architectural and decorating details are highlighted in spectacular fashion. Wonderful looking place. ~BV~
Guest 10-Sep-2012 17:20
That is one nice area i hope that they reduced your bill for such a good photograph VVN
Randy Adams10-Sep-2012 07:47
Excellent Chris..love the tones and textures! V
mart senior09-Sep-2012 18:47
a great capture in monochrome v
Marcia Rules09-Sep-2012 16:35
the extravagance of the place is really evident. Nice treatment..V
Gary A. Rich (GRainelev)09-Sep-2012 00:28
Wow, this image jumps at the view. Very well seen. V.
lucanton08-Sep-2012 08:09
Belle composition,l'intérieur du salon est magnifique, Chris...V
J S Quesada07-Sep-2012 23:42
Fabulous interior shot. Excellent monochrome HDR work. V
Karen Stuebing07-Sep-2012 21:27
It has a rustic feel that the toning really brings out. Gorgeous space and image. V.
Helen Betts07-Sep-2012 19:26
What a beautiful image! The light and textures are amazing, and your composition is perfect. Great work, Chris! V.
Ken Chambers ARPS07-Sep-2012 19:19
So very spacious and bright, wonderful detail.
Paul L-R07-Sep-2012 18:11
This just works brilliantly in mono, Chris. Lovely tones too. V
Jess. ( Lady.D.)07-Sep-2012 18:08
Wonderful tone work Chris, every detail and texture so clear and sharp....
Nestor Derkach07-Sep-2012 17:10
Amazing interior of this fine lounge.
Love the sepia effect and the pin sharp resolution.
Vote
janescottcumming07-Sep-2012 16:45
What an amazing place. It's just beautiful! Love the tone too. V
Tom LeRoy07-Sep-2012 16:39
A splendid place and outstanding capture! An awesome shot!V!
Al Chesworth07-Sep-2012 15:32
Excellent architecture and well pictured.
Stephanie07-Sep-2012 14:44
I love the Spanish Parador system ~ this looks like a gorgeous one! :)
Beautiful capture Chris! V
bill friedlander07-Sep-2012 14:34
What a beautiful room! Wonderful shot, light and details are great, and an excellent processing job. V
globalgadabout07-Sep-2012 13:29
a rich feast for the eyes...fabulous shot..V
CM Kwan07-Sep-2012 13:02
Wow, this is impressive, Chris! V
pkocinski07-Sep-2012 12:44
That's quite the place!
Fong Lam07-Sep-2012 12:00
A fabulous place to relax....love all the details and textures, Chris...V
Colin Storey07-Sep-2012 10:33
Fantastic interior image with superb tones, what a great place to stay. v
shatterbug07-Sep-2012 09:02
Fabulous details and tones!
joseantonio07-Sep-2012 08:15
I have been in several Paradores and really are a nice place to spend a night...v.
marie-jose wolff07-Sep-2012 08:00
a fantastic place, the tones are perfect! V
Mike H.07-Sep-2012 07:41
It looks elegant and rather posh;
lovely details and tones in this mono, Chris!!
First class.
Bryan Murahashi07-Sep-2012 03:53
A really nice looking place to relax. Fabulous treatment. V
Gerard Koehl07-Sep-2012 02:11
Magnifique avec ce traitement. V
Hank Vander Velde06-Sep-2012 23:48
FANTASTIC image Chris. Great tones, detail and compo.
Earl Misanchuk06-Sep-2012 23:36
Oh, man. The definition in this one is beyond belief. Big vote.
Tomasz Dziubinski - Photography06-Sep-2012 23:09
Stunning work, spot-on, Voted.
Jim Coffman06-Sep-2012 22:42
Wow, this is fantastic. Unbelievable detail..
Robbie D7006-Sep-2012 22:40
Yes this is a beauty Chris you have taken an amazing room and smashed the senses with your composition and editing.
Well done brilliant work.
Guest 06-Sep-2012 22:32
This is a great old room....
Martin Lamoon06-Sep-2012 22:04
Fantastic place, goog processing Chris. V
Ann...06-Sep-2012 21:35
So many textures. I think the processing to monochrome is a good idea as colour might detract from the finer details you have caught.v.
Alain Boussac06-Sep-2012 21:26
The abundance of forms and textures offer a very photogenic place, and the quality of your image values it perfectly. V.
larose forest photos06-Sep-2012 21:25
Love your treatment for this marvelous image. V
Stewart Mitchell06-Sep-2012 21:14
Fabulous detail and tonal range
chris morton06-Sep-2012 21:12
why sit when you can take a brilliant photo; some place
Vickie BROWN06-Sep-2012 21:11
What a marvellous lounge! This is a great image with beautiful light, Chris! BV
Walter Otto Koenig06-Sep-2012 21:11
Great composition and exposure. The tones and processing work really brings out the amazing textures. Fine work my friend. "V"
Guest 06-Sep-2012 20:58
Excellent composition and light. V.
John Reynolds LRPS06-Sep-2012 20:55
Looks great! V.
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