Temple roof, a photo from 東京, 関東

Photographer's Note

�Tokyo - Temple roof�

What I致e always found particularly attractive are the designs of the roofs of Japanese temples, pagodas and shrines. Also the many decorations we find on these roofs and often the red colour of the wood.
In particular, the view from below of the overhanging part of the roofs I find very attractive.

The three pictures here are of different buildings in the Senso-ji Temple complex in Tokyo.

More information of this temple can be found on:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sens%C5%8D-ji

daddo, ikeharel, adramad, swapankumarroy, jhm, SnapRJW, pajaran, Royaldevon, jcpix, cornejo, isabela_sor, Cricri, ChrisJ, nikkitta, COSTANTINO, ourania has marked this note useful

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PiotrF (54882) 2014-11-16 5:24

Hello Paul,
I like wonderful composition and crop whit the beautiful architechture. This is impressive architecture and great perspective.Good light management.Very interesting shot.
Regards
Piotr

lousat (139362) 2014-11-16 5:25

Hi Paul,a curious capture from a japanes temple,great symmetry,very colorful and looking for the small details of this roof,excellent quality as usual,i like it! Have a nice evening and thanks,Luciano

daddo (28748) 2014-11-16 5:33

Hi Paul. A very original approach with this symmetrical and visually imposing composition thanks to which we not only are able to admire the details but also can marvel at the grand scale of the temple. even though we cannot see the whole, what we can see hints at both solidity and elegance. Best wishes. Klaudio.

carlo62 (81265) 2014-11-16 5:49

Ciao Paul
originale e inquadratura e bello l'effetto grafico e dei colori, grazie anche a un magnifico cielo.
Saluti
Carlo

Sergiom (117241) 2014-11-16 5:51

Bonjour Paul,

J'aime beaucoup la belle sym騁rie de cette image. J'aime la contre plong馥 qui donne de l'ampleur � cette pointe du b穰iment. Les couleurs sont joliment satur馥s et l'ensemble est d'une grande nettet�.

Bon dimanche

Serge

No_One (4) 2014-11-16 7:16

Hi Paul,
A great photo to accompany your note, nobody cold argue your sense of appeal in these structures when looking at a shot lke this, it looks as much like a work of art as a building. Really great choice of view to take this, the central composititon is perfect and the red wood on blue blue sky is something I always find really appealing. Thanks for sharing.
Cheers
Noel

holmertz (102846) 2014-11-16 7:49

Hello Paul,
This is an attractrive composition with great symmetry and crisp, clear colours. As often in Asian religions the swastika is a frequent symbol. I think the Nazis used it the other way around (perhaps the smallest mistake they ever did).
Kind regards,
Gert

adramad (73030) 2014-11-16 8:04

Hi Paul.
A superb composition, with this close-up of the corner eaves of the temple, an image with attractive graphics and you've captured with perfect symmetry. Fantastic range of colors which gives much strength to the image.
Excellent resolution and very good approach.
Very good job. I like it.
Enjoy a happy Sunday.
Best wishes.
Luis.

mesutilgim (0) 2014-11-16 8:08

Hello Paul,
Another topclass capture from Japan. Very good pov and graphism.
I cam of course not compete with your entries as all of them are been scanned from 9x12 prints and antop of it printed on a paper with structured surface !
TFS and best regards
MESUT ILGIM

Gerrit (62042) 2014-11-16 8:24

Dag Paul,
interessante grafische elementen in deze foto. Leuke details ook en mooie kleuren.
groet, Gerrit

swapankumarroy (3769) 2014-11-16 9:07

Hello Paul,

Really, it is very much attractive for its detailing and color, an excellent color combination and sharpness, you exhibited very well a small portion of overhanging part of the roof, I like its POV and good exposure control.

warm regards,

swapankumarroy

Nicou (193806) 2014-11-17 1:26

Hlelo

quelle vue et compo fantastique quel toit rouge tout en triangle et ce graphisme superbe captage et vue merveilleux.
bravo et amiti�
Nicou

jhm (211736) 2014-11-17 4:01

Dag Paul,

PS: Reeds een antwoord op uw email.
Alle drie de foto's zijn waardevol met zeer mooie details.
Een vraag, weet u soms waarom de hakenkruisen hier als versiering worden gebruikt?
Zal wel een achtergrond hebben vermoed ik.
Heel mooi foto werk met scherpte en helderheid gemaakt.
Mooi gedaan, bedankt.

Groeten uit Oost-Vlaanderen,
John.

SnapRJW (31631) 2014-11-17 5:33

Hello Paul - This is both punchy in composition and in colour and you draw attention to a small slice of neat oriental architecture.

Beautifully detailed with attractive symmetry.

Warm regards

Rosemary

emka (158204) 2014-11-17 13:49

hello Paul, Nice set of photos from Asakusa. Excellent symmetrical composition, enhancing the details of the Japanese roof. Superb graphics. And in the Workshop funny "cocoons".

WArm regrads MAlgo

adidas5nb (5743) 2014-11-17 20:46

wow..very nicely thought out and i like the tight frame and the colors and the abstract effect it created.
regards
dwaipayan

pajaran (116065) 2014-11-18 5:05

Dobar dan.
Lep pogled na krov hrama ...
Dobar snimak i kontrast, lepo pokazana konstrukcija krova, lepe boje.
Lepa konstrukcija krova.
Lepe fotografije u radionici.
Lepo popodne i sve najbolje sa lepim secanjem na posetu Tokija.
Paja.

Good day.
Nice view on the roof of the temple ...
Good shot and contrast nicely demonstrated roof structure, beautiful colors.
Beautiful roof structure.
Beautiful photography workshop.
A nice afternoon and all the best with beautiful memories of the visit to Tokyo.
Paja.

Royaldevon (85932) 2014-11-19 0:17

Hello Paul,

Very interesting Japanese architecture in your three shots.
I particularly like your main post because your keen observational skills and photographic awareness, have seen the artistry and presented it with perfect symmetry. The design and the colours fit this type of photograph very well.

Have a lovely day,
Bev :-)

jcpix (14030) 2014-11-20 5:32

Hi Paul,

Although I find myself being more interested in "people pictures" these days, I can't overlook this beauty! No surprise you would find the detail, color and design of this so attractive, as do I...and I really like this given presentation. It's often difficult to resist including the entirety of the subject, but you've proven how effective it is to concentrate on smaller portions. And for someone like me who loves pattern and shapes, this is perfect! :) Great approach to this composition and isolated section of the rooftop. Enjoy the rest of the day. Take care.

Friendly wishes,

Jason

cornejo (61504) 2014-11-20 10:34

Hi Paul, very good picture of this beautiful and interesting composition with beautiful detailed ceiling, beautifully captured in this beautiful image with good sharpness, good light, color and quality. Excellent and interesting job perfectly done, congratulations my friend. Thanks for sharing this beautiful work.

Good night and happy weekend.
All the best from southern Spain.
Angel.

Gigidusud (21679) 2014-11-20 12:31

Bonsoir Paul,
Tr鑚 joli ce toit sur fond de ciel bleu, le cadrage est excellent. Une belle photo graphique et de beaux d騁ails architecturaux dans le WS aussi.
Merci pour le partage.
Gigi

isabela_sor (47748) 2014-11-20 13:19

so simple this shot !
and yet, fascinates me!
With its symmetry, colors and the details
wish i can see such a temple one day

Graal (103040) 2014-11-21 6:06

Hello Paul,
very nice details of architecture here. Good symmetric composition and vertical format. I like the colors and contrast also. Well done photo.
Have a nice evening.
Aleksander

siudzi (34141) 2014-11-22 3:40

Hello Paul,
You have achieved here a spectacular visual effect due to the symmetrical composition and fantastic strong contrast of colors! Love it! Excellent work based on the brilliant and cool concept. TFS.
Have a nice weekend!
Gosia

Cricri (176) 2014-11-22 4:48

Bonjour Paul
Deux belles images qui compl鑼e cette jolie pr駸entation, excellent cadrage et couleurs
Belle journ馥
cricri

SWEETFREEDOM (24623) 2014-11-23 2:08

Hi Paul,
unusual p.o.v. and good details. fine colors and contrast.
regards
Alessandro

ChrisJ (171888) 2014-11-23 19:26

Hello Paul,

The red pagoda roof of this Japanese temple contrasts superbly against the bg blue sky, with good sharpness enablig us to clearly pick out all the ornate sculptured details in the roof such as the Buddhist sign resembling a reversed swastika. Nice repetition of patterns and shapes. Tfs!

nikkitta (17070) 2014-11-25 10:33

Hola Paul

Good note and WS to on with the capture
Lots of times , a detail could be more more interesting that the whole building, as happens here in your close, eye catching capture
Well done, kind regards
Maria

*First time I saw the swastika was in India, asking about it, I was told it comes from Iran (Persian people), so not only now is time of globalization !

Fis2 (170945) 2014-11-28 12:07

Witaj Paul!
Interesting fragment of roof.
Curious details.
Good frame and colors.
Well done.
Good night
Krzysztof

COSTANTINO (116674) 2014-11-28 22:13

Good morning my dear friend
and have a nice weekend
excellent composition with symmetry and
beauty perfectly decorated I love the
tradition and those designs of the
roofs of japanese temples are unique
the approach here to the tradition is
excellent greetings
Costantino

npecanhuk (79329) 2014-11-29 1:11

Hi Paul!
Very beautiful details!
Very attractive and interesting picture!
Sharpness, exposure, colors, vertical format and symmetrical composition are all excellent!
TFS - congrats,
Enjoy your week-end,
Neyvan

berek (50518) 2014-11-29 22:43

Dear Paul,
I love the beautiful symmetry of this image. I love diving against which gives fullness to the tip of the building. The colors are nicely saturated and the whole is crisp. magick red colors.
have a nice Sunday.
Burak

ourania (51103) 2014-12-08 9:20

Hello Paul,
the designs of the Japanese temples have a very special charm, they are elaborate, harmonious and elegant. I like and enjoy the graphical impact of your composition very much. The interaction of lines and colours is lovely and captivating as the dynamism of the image seems to be constantly renewed. One of the repeating decorative patterns hasn't good connotations for me but maybe it has a special significance for the temple's tradition. Sharpness, lighting and colour definition are marvelous. Congratulations and thank you!
All the best, have a great evening,
Ourania

macjake (98486) 2014-12-08 11:30

Hi Paul
these vertical compositions often work the best for visual impact eh?! I think so.

you've got the best color contrasts too, red/black/white/blue...couldn't ask for anything more.

excellent cultural scene and subject.
well presented.
see you around
craig

abmdsudi (95869) 2014-12-14 18:54

Hi Paul
A very picturesque roof it is and wealth of multi-colourful architecture of such complex carving and shapes. You have succeeded in forcing the eye to fully focus on the essentials with this crop, and what a contrast to blue sky - jaw-dropping! A pleasant image so well taken, Congrats.
Best regards

Matyas (0) 2015-01-18 0:30

Hello Paul! Very interesting architecture, very fine details. Superb composition. Perfect light and bright, perfect contrast and sharp. Good work. Sophisticated effect. Well done!

serp2000 (47063) 2015-04-30 6:01

Hi, again,
It makes me smile, so these places are so familiar for me today. Perfect technical quality, marvelous colors, excellent graphic and impressive symmetry.
Best wishes,
Serghei

ikeharel (113501) 2018-08-22 7:33

Hello Paul,
Wonderful close range upon the beautiful pattern of the temple roof. Perfect triangle symetry and stunning red color in contrast to blue sky.
Good afternoon,
Ike

mkamionka (74637) 2021-10-03 5:41

Hi Paul,
I have heard that swastika is still a popular symbol in India, I see also in Japan. In Europe the symbol has been taken over by Nazis and it will be always connected with them I suppose.
Nice focus on the detail of traditional roof.
Good colors and pleasant for the eye geometry.
Very well done,
M