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27.4.10 Chris Spracklen

The library, Dunster Castle

Dunster, near Minehead, Somerset view map

"Dramatically sited on a wooded hill, a castle has existed here since at least Norman times, with an impressive medieval gatehouse and ruined tower giving a reminder of its turbulent history. Home of the Luttrell family for more than 600 years, the present building was remodelled in 1868–72 by Antony Salvin.

Visitors can relax on the sunny sheltered terrace, which is home to a variety of subtropical plants and the National Collection of Strawberry Trees. Magnificent views over the surrounding countryside add to the ambience." (National Trust)

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-dunstercastle

Nikon D80 ,Tokina AT-X 116 Pro DX
Hand-held, 1/6th sec., f3.2, ISO 400, at 11mm. full exif

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Nestor Derkach26-Jul-2013 18:10
A well preserved library, the books must have much history attached to them.
This place looks like it was built recently , but I know it was not by reading your fine explanation of the shot.
Exceptional work, but that is pretty standard for you my friend.
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Marisa Livet15-May-2013 08:00
Nicely overwhelming!
godro04-Apr-2013 19:14
Nice serie,well done!
alfredo camba jr.01-Apr-2013 10:15
Beautiful capture of an interesting library! V
Konrad Busslinger01-Apr-2013 09:27
Great details you can find here. Wonderful capture and HDR Chris.
Simon Chandler31-Mar-2013 19:12
Excellent capture with great clarity. Perfect exposure. v
dane29-Mar-2013 03:09
nice digs. V
blizzard30-Nov-2012 02:51
perfect color detail and composition
Helen Betts16-Apr-2012 20:56
What an inviting room! Beautifully captured. V.
Kim15-Apr-2012 21:24
Fantastic work. V
Mark Chambers ARPS AFIAP CPAGB BPE315-Apr-2012 16:32
Great colour and detail. V
Paolo Peggi (aka Bracciodiferro)14-Apr-2012 16:18
Fine colors....BV
Paolo
Lieve Snellings13-Apr-2012 02:40
amazing library... V
Karen Stuebing12-Apr-2012 22:05
An elegant room and all those books. Now, that's a library. Outstanding composition, color and clarity. V.
Tom LeRoy12-Apr-2012 16:54
colors, details, and depth are magnificently captured! An impressive collection of books too! V!
ac12-Apr-2012 07:29
Nice classic interior.
Bryan Murahashi12-Apr-2012 04:03
Wonderful library for the privileged. V
Walter Otto Koenig11-Apr-2012 23:31
Superb shot with all these colors and details. Again, rock steady at a low speed. "V"
Apostolos Tikopoulos11-Apr-2012 19:04
A really wonderful and powerfull image with great details. v.
Yiannis Pavlis27-Oct-2011 01:30
Excellently captured with wonderful detail. V
Roland21-Oct-2011 22:46
Simply stunning image Chris. It is wonderful to realize that places like this still exist.
Thank you. V
Marco Valk21-Oct-2011 10:49
Extraordinary detail and clarity; great shot.
Guest 21-Oct-2011 07:34
wow, what a relaxing place, great shot Chris, a bit late but better late then never.
shatterbug21-Oct-2011 07:22
Terrific interior shot...what a beautiful room!
Vickie BROWN21-Oct-2011 06:26
Excellent composition, very impressive with the details Chris BV
Jean D21-Oct-2011 00:46
Beautiful capture of this very cozy library, Chris. ~V
jan03-Oct-2010 09:16
Absolutly great picture
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norbi15-Sep-2010 07:26
This is HiFi in photography, Chris. BV. Norbi
Guest 22-Jun-2010 17:16
Brilliantly shot Dad! Perfect exposure!
an nguyen13-Jun-2010 03:37
all day...:)
an nguyen13-Jun-2010 03:37
If I sit there, I probably won't be able to do anything else but reading.
Graeme04-May-2010 13:58
I love all the details of the books and busy wallpaper. Excellent HDR treatment too.BV
Anna Pagnacco01-May-2010 00:28
Great details!!! Anna
Marina Arimany30-Apr-2010 18:57
Fantastic library and very good shot!
Marco Valk30-Apr-2010 13:23
very nice!
pkocinski29-Apr-2010 11:52
A page out of history...
John Hamers29-Apr-2010 09:08
beautiful image....nice colors and details !!
John 29-Apr-2010 06:33
What an amazing shot!!!....V
PauloCGama29-Apr-2010 04:00
Wonderful place!!
Excellent shot, great exposure and fabulous details. VV
Simon Chandler29-Apr-2010 02:43
A beautiful library. Excellent capture with great clarity and details. Glad that you are now allowed to share this with us. v
William Vogt29-Apr-2010 01:43
What a great image! V
Regards, Bill
Char29-Apr-2010 00:28
I can't begin to tell you how much I like this scene, Chris! A wonderful capture of this room. \/
bill friedlander28-Apr-2010 23:35
Superb indoor shot with excellent details and color. Nice even lighting in this most charming room. V
Guest 28-Apr-2010 22:55
The colors and clarity of detail really come out in this image, Chris. Well Done! (Vote)
Jim Coffman28-Apr-2010 22:47
WOW!!! Would you look at the fantastic detail in this. Superb work,Chris! BV
Barbara Read and Fred Schaad28-Apr-2010 22:47
...and here, I thought it was your place. :o)
Jean Chiasson28-Apr-2010 22:31
Wow the color and detail are superb Chris big vote
Michel Jasmin28-Apr-2010 21:55
Very stable my friend, excellent
Stephanie28-Apr-2010 21:27
Fantastic room! V
Ken Chambers ARPS28-Apr-2010 21:25
Wonderful detail and colour... Now we know what people did to relax before we had Television...... BV
Milos Markovic28-Apr-2010 21:13
And a brilliant photo, indeed !
Alain Boussac28-Apr-2010 20:42
A marvel of exposure, colors and details. BV.
Frank Wilson28-Apr-2010 20:39
KOOL! This is not the usual shot you expect from a castle photo. Being a book nut myself . . . I'm impressed. Thanks for sharing.
Gerard Koehl28-Apr-2010 20:33
Magnifique bibliothèque... V
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