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The Callanish standing stones (on the Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides) are about 5000 years old. Theories as to the meaning and purpose of the stones abound - many believe they were used in rituals relating to the moon, stars and the position of the distant hills. There are at least a dozen sites of interest around Callanish but this is the most impressive. The main stone complex contains about 50 stones in a cross-shaped setting and the inner circle (here) comprises 13 stones, the tallest of which is 4 metres high and a small chambered cairn.
Thank you for looking in and for your time - comments and criticisms are always welcome. I've convered to b&w with Lightroom preset B&W Creative Look 1 (with a few tweaks) as I think the image lends itself to this treatment more than colour.
Ann

Brand:Canon
Camera:Canon EOS 400D
Lens:Sigma 17-70 mm Macro
Recording media:RAW (digital)
Title:Callanish standing stones
Username:AnnChown AnnChown
Uploaded:26 Oct 2011 - 8:16 AM
Tags:Architecture, Landscape / travel, Lewis, Outer hebrides, Scotland, Standing stones
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barbarahirst
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26 Oct 2011 - 8:19 AM
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I would love to see these. Thanks for your write up.
And I agree with you ....mono is a must here for me

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morpheus1955
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26 Oct 2011 - 8:21 AM
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Superb shot Ann, I love the pov and composition, and that sky is awesome, interesting write up too.

Hugh

hobbo
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26 Oct 2011 - 8:29 AM
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A wonderful capture and fantastic processing.........................a shot with great mood, texture and tone:

Hobbo

saeidNL
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26 Oct 2011 - 8:30 AM
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Great capture and it works so well in black and white,
saeid

helenlinda
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26 Oct 2011 - 8:40 AM
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A super mono image - very dramatic
Helen

franken
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26 Oct 2011 - 8:51 AM
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It works really well in mono.

Ken

ps, interesting write up to go with it.

paulknight
26 Oct 2011 - 8:53 AM
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Marvelous image! What a great sky to add to the atmosphere.

bryan26
26 Oct 2011 - 9:00 AM
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Superb image. You were very lucky to get such a great sky and the image is perfect for monochrome. Great work.

Rolepics
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26 Oct 2011 - 9:13 AM
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A very dramatic image in mono Ann! Carole

fentiger
26 Oct 2011 - 9:17 AM
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Superb and classic black 'n white image with an amazing sky.

Albert

marktc
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26 Oct 2011 - 9:22 AM
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Absolute stunner Ann... Sorry didn't mail you back lat night, but struggled a bit for time.

WhiteRose1
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26 Oct 2011 - 9:27 AM
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Good pov for a strong arrangement, and lovely tones and textures. The sky looks great, making for a dramatic image.
Dave

lonely_oryx
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26 Oct 2011 - 9:59 AM
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Works well in mono especially with that sky

mikeakabigman
26 Oct 2011 - 10:10 AM
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A very strong mono image that suits the subject really well

marktc
marktc (e2 Member)
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26 Oct 2011 - 10:51 AM
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Featured Photo too at the mo!

Joline
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26 Oct 2011 - 11:31 AM
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This gives it all the reverence it deserves. What ever it's use might have been, it's definitely spiritual.

mikbee
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26 Oct 2011 - 12:08 PM
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The mono gives it a more dramatic look Ann.
My own theory about all these standing stones sites,
is that whenever the shadows were in a certain position,
it was time to do whatever it was they did !!
Mick.

danbrann
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26 Oct 2011 - 1:12 PM
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Well suited to mono Ann and what a good conversion. Pleased to be no30.

posty57
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26 Oct 2011 - 1:30 PM
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Wonderful photo Ann, but I think the stones were the start of a rock garden, but they either ran out of money, or someone nicked the rest and took them to Wiltshire. Wink
Well done you.

Barry

Lillian
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26 Oct 2011 - 2:14 PM
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Oh Yes, quite agree this is outstanding due to the mono
wonderful capture Ann and so well worked
Lillian

AnnChown
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26 Oct 2011 - 2:20 PM
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Special thanks today to Mikbee and posty57 for their insights into this age old mystery! A smiley face each for your efforts! SmileSmile
Ann

gobby
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26 Oct 2011 - 3:30 PM
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Cracking shot, very moody.

fraser
fraser (e2 Member)
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26 Oct 2011 - 5:28 PM
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Very dramatic Ann, I like it!

Fraser

jonwebber
26 Oct 2011 - 5:38 PM
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Mono for certain. A great reminder of a place I had forgotten.
jon

lifesnapper
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26 Oct 2011 - 6:18 PM
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I love the ancient standing stones Ann, and this is a VERY lovely picture of this wonderful circle.
The mono's brilliant too, such a great image.

John Smile

taggart
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26 Oct 2011 - 7:00 PM
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An interesting image that seems to work well in color--

JustDucky
26 Oct 2011 - 8:26 PM
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very dramatic sky Ann, strong mono image
Tammy

corfs
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26 Oct 2011 - 8:36 PM
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A lovely 'strong' image. Perfect for Mono
Caroline

Anjantoo
26 Oct 2011 - 8:46 PM
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I think the mono is perfect for this capture. I think these standing stone formations are amazing, why and how were they made?
Jann
xxx

bricurtis
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26 Oct 2011 - 8:57 PM
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A good composition Ann - mono looks the way to go.
You have some strong shadows - might be worth lifting the light a little.
Brian.

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Joeblowfromoz
27 Oct 2011 - 12:56 AM
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A great mono image and works really well, but agree I might lift the light just a tad, but so effective..Jo

Anna62
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27 Oct 2011 - 12:17 PM
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Its the sky that really makes this image Ann..very dramatic. It works very well in mono Smile

ugly
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27 Oct 2011 - 1:02 PM
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Great image...
Love the tones and contrast...
Magical in mono..
Dave

Dave87
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27 Oct 2011 - 7:07 PM
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Excellent choice of mono. The dramatic sky and lighting brings out the best.

Dave.

AshTree
28 Oct 2011 - 10:36 PM
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Stunning image, Ann, and an interesting write-up. I would love to be able to visit these islands, but if not then it's good to be able to share in your experiences Smile.
Theresa

EAS
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29 Oct 2011 - 10:48 PM
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Works superbly well as a mono. They always remind me of a group of elders in deep discussion!

Ann

gingerdelight
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31 Oct 2011 - 10:33 AM
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An excellent mono!
Carol

viscostatic
31 Oct 2011 - 5:24 PM
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This is a dramatic and beautiful image Ann with excellent mono tones.

Phil.

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