Last week i had the folks in town, i took the week off work and we went to Hiroshima and Kyoto … a great time was had by all.
Despite it being a bit cold at times i was able to get out and about heaps and take a lot of photos.
Here’s my first attempt at some HDR images which i think turned out pretty well.
This 5 story Pegoda was an impressive site, looking over Miyajima Island.
All the images can be seen in full size with much better colour on flickr.
The boardwalk area made for some fantastic scenery.
As did the many Cherry Blossom trees in bloom.
The colours make for a great contrast although i would have liked a brilliant blue sky too.
It was good to finally see the Torii Gates i’d seen so many times on other sites but never in person.
I was out there at high tide, i would suggest to either to go then or low tide where you can walk out and get right up close to the Torii Gates. Miyajima tide times can be found here.
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The architecture in Japan is so unique and gorgeous. I wish to go there someday!
It’s hard to take a bad photo with places like this to visit.
Beautiful photography, indeed. You rendered Miyajima in a good way. The cloud above the Tori, the reflexion in the water, the excellent Pagoda. I like the detail of the grey wood too. you have a good eye and master well your technology. It is wise and safe to sign your photos the way you do.
I was waiting for the “But …” … thanks Denis, glad you liked them.
Man you were close to me!!
Another 45 minutes and you woulda’ been there.
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We are talkin’ Sunday …right??
Man, I got EXTREME A.D.H.D
Sorry!!
I guess I could actually “READ” your post before I reply to avoid blatant stupidity. I submit that I was distracted by those beautiful pics Neil
Seriously though…my cam sukz!! Time to go shopping!!
omg I love ‘em all. Can you tell me which software you used to put the high dynamic range together?
I used Photomatix 3.1 …. very easy to use.
thank you!
Neil –
Very nice photos, and I have really enjoyed going through your blog from start to finish over the past week or so.
Can I suggest that you invest in a circular polarizer filter? It will really make the sky “pop” in photos like those, and it’s priceless for controlling reflections off of glass in more urban settings…
Thanks for the suggestion Paul, will grab one shortly ….. i’ve been meaning too but lazy.
Beautiful! Love the third photo, Neil. Looking forward to more
Great shot of the pagoda, Neil. Nice work.
I used one of your previous pictures on my blog. I have put a link under it to your site. You have many great pictures. Keep up with the good work.
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