Oculus Once More, a photo from ニューヨーク, 北東部

Photographer's Note

The best way to view the pictures is to use the 3 links below.

Oculus once more

One of the most important functions of a photo camera for me is the zoom options.
A good image usually consist of many details that each yield interesting compositions.
Certainly in architecture, every detail is important. Of course primarily for the structural architectural qualities of a building: construction, use of materials, building physics, functionality and other, but it is also essential for the aesthetic quality of a building.
I want to illustrate this with the three photos in this presentation. Three pictures of the impressive construction of the Oculus in New York (one of the most photogenic buildings I know).
The photos are taken from the same position practically in the same direction. Only the degree of zooming in differs.
This has resulted in three different impressions, each with its own character.
The main photo only shows the straight lines of the more or less vertical frames.
The 1st workshop photo zooms out a bit, which also shows the kink in this construction section.
The 2nd workshop gives a traditional photo with the overall image.

■ Picture 1: ◄ Straight Lines►

■ Picture 2: ◄ Curved Lines ►

■ Picture 3: ◄ Traditional View ►

holmertz, Fis2, johnjmoe, jean113, jean113, jhm, PaulVDV, pajaran, ChrisJ, worldcitizen, papagolf21, cornejo, COSTANTINO has marked this note useful

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lousat (139992) 2019-07-12 3:40

Hi Rob,this place is a mine for the photographers and all can experiment something of different. The classic view of the WS is useful to understand better to who is never been there as me,the other 2 pics are great ideas,i like a lot these solutions,and you're a master to do that! Have a nice weekend and thanks,Luciano

Tue (93458) 2019-07-12 3:45

Hallo Rob,
Er kan nooit een foto te veel van de Oculus ge�pload worden en deze close-up met de diaginale lijnen van de constructie is ook prachtig. Ook het zachte licht val heel mooi de foto en de grote hal binnen.
Lars

holmertz (103642) 2019-07-12 3:53

Hello Rob,
I have noted before that the Oculus must be one of the most photogenic recent buildings (or from any time), and these three photos confirm my observation. With very small alterations you have taken three photos which create very different impressions. My compliments both to you and the architects.
Best regards,
Gert

BennyV (34780) 2019-07-12 4:11

Dag Rob

Het materiaal ziet er zo zacht uit in deze foto. Knap werk, zeker de moeite om nog eens wat Oculus te laten zien.

Benny

pierrefonds (115572) 2019-07-12 5:00

Hi Rob,

The subject is well framed. The point of view is showing the details of this section of the Oculus. It is clear and precise. Have a nice day.

Pierre

Fis2 (171961) 2019-07-12 6:06

Witaj Rob!
Interesting fragment a of this interesting building.
View makes impresion.
Good framing and colors.
I like light.
Curious WS too.
Well done.
Nice afternoon.
Krzysztof

GyurMaster (25033) 2019-07-12 6:41

Dear Rob,

Though it is a really simple photo, in the meantime its an excellent abstract, which earned its place amongst my favourites.

Best Wishes,
Gy.

rbassin (27472) 2019-07-12 12:21

hello Rob,
angle de vue tr鑚 int駻essant donnant une bonne image graphique.
Bonne photos dans WS
Bon W-E
Roland

jean113 (28285) 2019-07-12 13:50

Hello Rob, you chose the right shot for your main post, it has us guessing and wanting to discover more!
The subtle changes in light are very interesting, so although the lines are straight we see curves too.
The traditional shot helps us to make sense of the close ups, is an excellent shot, and we can spot the different features that you chose to zoom in on.
Thanks for sharing, regards Jean.

kasianowak (17676) 2019-07-13 0:10

Hi Rob
Amazing shot that looks like an abstract painting. I like your choice of frame and the diagonal composition. The WS photos give a useful overview on the whole.
Best wishes
Kasia

jhm (211738) 2019-07-13 0:33

Dag Rob,

Architecten en IR zoeken steeds naar extremer vormen.
Hier is men wel degelijk geslaagd in hun opzet.
En uw foto is daar een schitterend bewijs van
Heel goed foto werk met uw drie foto's
Mooi gedaan, bedankt.

Prettig weekend,
John.

PaulVDV (63478) 2019-07-13 0:50

Hallo Rob,
Drie foto's die omwille van het verschil in lichtsterkte niet makkelijk zijn. Ik hou van de resultaten en van de detailzichten.
Werkelijk prachtige architectuur! Ik veronderstel dat er heel wat onderhoud aan verbonden is. Ik denk terug aan hoe vuil het station van Luik-Guillemins na enkele jaren geworden was.
Dat doet natuurlijk geen afbreuk aan het prachtige design van de Oculus.
Vele groeten, Paul

Silvio1953 (222959) 2019-07-13 4:42

Ciao Rob, lovely composition with fantastic graphic, excellent clarity and splendid light, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

pajaran (117077) 2019-07-13 7:31

Pozdrav.
Interesantan i lep pogled, dobar tekst ...
Dobar rad sa lepim fotografijama u radionici, lepo pokazano, dobar kontrast i ostrina.
Lepa fasada i detalji, lepa arhitektura.
Zelim vam sve najbolje za vikend.
Paja.

Greeting.
Interesting and beautiful view, good text ...
Good work with nice photos in the workshop, beautifully shown, good contrast and sharpness.
Nice fa軋de and details, beautiful architecture.
I wish you all the best for the weekend.

ChrisJ (172436) 2019-07-13 10:18

Hi Rob,

Nice repetition of the oblique grey stripes in this superb b&w shot in colour! There is the just the fainest hint of a pale green tint. The darker tones at top right add variety. Tfs!

worldcitizen (16226) 2019-07-13 16:55

Hello Rob,
I always love seeing photos from the Oculus. I like your idea to show the same spot from three different zooms. The main photo is a great abstract shot. The lines and the contrast of light and shadow are elegant and eye-catching.

papagolf21 (152607) 2019-07-13 22:00

Bonjour, cher Rob,
L'art de la pr駸entation et de la mise en image sont repr駸ent駸 ici avec maestria.
Tr鑚 bon raisonnement dans la note d'accompagnement.
Tr鑚 bonne journ馥;
Amiti駸.
Philippe

Royaldevon (86480) 2019-07-14 2:25

Hello Rob,

In this case, we are slowly moving outwards rather than inwards, as is often detailed.
I found it a very interesting experience to concentrate on the different areas, creating different patterns and then see from where they originated.

Excellent!

Have a good Sunday,
Bev :-)

cornejo (61504) 2019-07-20 4:46

Hello Rob, great picture of this beautiful and interesting composition with the famous Oculus, very well captured in this beautiful image, good sharpness, light, color and quality. Very good and interesting work perfectly done, my congratulations my friend. Thanks for sharing this beautiful work.

Good afternoon and happy Sunday.
Best wishes from the south of Spain.
Angel.

gervaso (28435) 2019-07-20 17:37

Hello, Rob!

Very nice graphical effect achieved here in this abstract photo! I like the tight framing on the architectural details of the building, as explained better in one of the workshops! The result is great and very attractive! Very nice job!

carlo62 (81265) 2019-07-23 23:36

Ciao Rob
una foto in b&w naturale, giocata sulle linee architettoniche, utilizzando un buon occhio e il gusto delle forme.
Fare queste foto � sempre un po' come giocare, a me diverte molto.
Saluti
Carlo

jmdias (116511) 2019-08-11 10:15

rob

excellent use of the light and the shapes of this amazing structure. these three compos are fabulous and well done. TFS the beauty of this modern architecture.

take care

jorge

COSTANTINO (117814) 2019-08-14 9:56

Hello dear Rob and have a nice time
and a happy evening
original version
all your photos bring your personal stamp
because you have your own style and one
of the most important functions of a photo
camera for you is the zoom options
modern lines modern details
regards
Costantino