Photographer's Note
Good Morning Everyone,
Please open The Union Canal Reaches the Wheel in a larger format.
This is my second black and white photograph and it shows the approach, along the Union Canal, to the point where the Falkirk Wheel begins its job of carrying boats from this upper canal to the Forth and Clyde Canal 24 metres (79 ft) below.
Of course, it also carries boats upwards, from the Forth and Clyde Canal to the Union Canal.
I really liked how the repeating metal arches created an interesting sense of perspective. The last one, revealing the 'teeth of the huge cog wheel' which is part of the lifting system.
It only takes the energy required to boil 8 kettles to lift the boats between the two levels. Remarkable!!
Thanks for your interest, Bev :-)
ikeharel, ChrisJ, jhm, Fis2, holmertz, johnjmoe, mcmtanyel, papagolf21, jean113, bertolucci, kordinator, lucasgalodoido, bukitgolfb301, Energysavingelk, macjake marcou esta nota como útil
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ikeharel
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(105977) 2020-02-20 3:46
Found the precise available spot to have all six arches appearing one bellow the closer one, Beverley.
Fantastic clear photo, and the water added good sense of dynamism as the slight wing rippled the surface. Wish to see this in colors - but the B&W makes an impression just as well.
Good afternoon,
Ike
ChrisJ
(160138) 2020-02-20 4:25
Hello Bev
I was half expecting to see a wedding party come around the corner in their boat, as the use of arches is a common feature of weddings in eastern Europe, albeit these ones have no floral decorations. Good sharpness and tonal range. Tfs!
Tue
(82360) 2020-02-20 4:41
Hello Beverley,
Another great view of Falkirk Wheel, I really like the several arches in a row and it is kind of weird to see the end of the water in the distance as well, it looks like a dead-end waterway. Beautiful cloudy sky as well.
Lars
jhm
(203133) 2020-02-20 5:34
Hello Bev,
You chose perfect angle a little bit out of the centre, but without ship.
Excellent perspective and depth picture.
You show us a nice panoramic view water.
Excellent photographing, sharp and clear to look at.
Very well done, TFS.
Best regards,
John.
Sergiom
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(117241) 2020-02-20 6:40
Bonjour Bev,
Je disais justement à ma conjointe récemment que si il y avait un pays que j'aimerais visiter c'est bien l'Écosse. Cette photo est très invitante et donne le goût d'y aller. Superbe lumière sur les arches et très beau ciel, même en noir et blanc.
Amicalement
Serge
Fis2
(155762) 2020-02-20 6:58
Witaj Bev!
Interesting object.
Good framing and composition.
Perspective makes impression.
Good b&w work.
Nice afternoon.
Krzysztof
gervaso
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(28177) 2020-02-20 7:30
Hello, Bev!
The perspective is really nice with these arches giving very good depth to the image! And the clouds make the sky look very beautiful! Wonderful black and white capture of this interesting place! Well done!
holmertz
(92938) 2020-02-20 7:44
Hello Bev,
When I first saw this canal I had to look for a film to really understand the function of the wheel. It must be exciting to be on board a boat lifted or lowered by it. We don't see much of the wheel here, but the view along the canal up to where the water suddenly stops is no less interesting. This photo is also much about the well rendered black and white tones and contrasts, including the well processed clouds.
Kind regards,
Gert
mesutilgim
(0) 2020-02-20 8:43
Hello Beverley,
Another nice and mastery b&w capture/entry in your gallery.
Taken with perfect layout and sharpness. Very good graphical effect.
Nice framing and many good&usefull notes.
TFS and best regards
MESUT ILGIM
lousat
(130061) 2020-02-20 9:51
Hi Bev,this time a closer view of the tunnel,after the last post with the dark arcade. Truly nice,useful and perfect,an excellent black and white version too. Have a nice evening and thanks,Luciano
jmdias
(103052) 2020-02-20 11:31
bev
the option for B&W created a special view with these arches in repetition and the texture of the beautiful clouds. a very beautiful job.
take care
jorge
jemaflor
(135520) 2020-02-20 12:13
Salut Bev,
Well presented, good contrast and effect for depth, interesting curves, tfs.
Nicou
(193806) 2020-02-20 20:33
Hello
Le NB colle parfaitement quelle vue avec ces arches ces ronds quelle image et ce canal superbe ce rendu et bruissement sur l'eau une très belle architecture et perspective.
Bravo et amitié
Nciou
mcmtanyel
(58830) 2020-02-20 20:43
Hello Beverly,
I, too, like the repeating arches and i think I will place this in my Best of Arches theme. That mechanism must be really efficient. 👍🏻👍🏻
Regards,
MT
ifege
(32433) 2020-02-20 23:00
Hi Bev
A fascinating note and well taken. The high structure of the large version is great.
cheers
Ian
papagolf21
(152601) 2020-02-20 23:46
Bonjour, chère Bev,
Je prends les deux prises de vue !
La photo en couleur est très bien également, elle est plus d'actualité (l'on aime les couleurs).
Toujours étonnant cette architecture particulière.
Amitiés.
Philippe
emka
(152388) 2020-02-21 0:04
Hello Bev, All this idea is remarkable and genial. Splendid composition in black and wide. There is some mystery what is at the end of the canal(we know :)). superb picture.
Kind regards MAlgo
Silvio1953
(205890) 2020-02-21 2:09
Ciao Cara Bev, fascinating B&W, excellent perspective, splendid light and good clarity, very well done, my friend, have a good week end, ciao Silvio
bertolucci
(14052) 2020-02-21 2:34
Good morning Bev, that's a beautiful graphic grey-tone you posted today, lov'it ! The strong rhythm and well rendered textures, the way the technology mediates between water and sky. Fab ! Take care, Bert.
kordinator
(8738) 2020-02-21 4:16
Dear Bev
Very well-received perspective result and graphical effect.
Very impressive photo in black and white.
Perfect light and composition very original.
Warm regards
Saša
mkamionka
(61366) 2020-02-21 5:59
Hi Bev,
I suppose the bad weather around has the advantage that we are forced to search through our archives and enjoy again some fun days out we had before.
Fantastic composition here. The oval arches are so original. The sky has a great pattern behind them and the fluffy clouds contrast with the industrial design somehow.
Very surprising view in a way, for those who didn't see your previous photos from this place.
Excellent work!
We are both turning black and white recently ...
Have a great weekend,
M
dta
(98560) 2020-02-21 6:15
Hello Bev
The perfect example of the good use of B&W conversion : the succession of arches in an excellent perspective , the amazing cloudy sky as a perfect backdrop . Great contrasts and exquisite sharpness .
Bravo
jean113
(22131) 2020-02-21 8:37
Hi Beverley, another excellent shot from Falkirk.
The black and white presentation suits the subject perfectly.
Were you actually on the barge to get this viewpoint? I get the impression that you were on the water.
Even the sky aided you that day, adding extra interest to the shot.
Kind regards, Jean.
lucasgalodoido
(26956) 2020-02-21 10:19
Olá Beverley,
curiosa essa imagem desse canal e essa construção em si. Acertada a opção pelo P&B também.
Parabéns e Abraço,
Lucas
bukitgolfb301
(53894) 2020-02-21 22:21
Hi dear Beverley
Greatly geographic image from you. The continuation of arched structures is so appealing in the best framewrok and composition. The choice of black and white is also good idea.
All the best and have a good day! Takero
Energysavingelk
(6667) 2020-02-22 5:13
Hi Beverley,
hadn't I seen the entire construction before, I would have supposed this to be a fake, a mistake, an optical deception or some other British deviation. Image and subject are simply insurpassable, ought to be rewarded with twelve points.
Warm regards
Sven
alvaraalto
(42354) 2020-02-22 5:48
Hello Bev,
Interesting experiment to choose black & white here. It certainly fits here to make the geometry in the composition stand out better. It also gives the photo a nostalgic atmosphere.
Well done!
Have a good weekend, groet Rob
macjake
(96157) 2020-02-22 14:32
Hi Bev
Sigh...i wish i could write more critiques, but Baby Time is affecting my TE time hahaha...thats ok :) So i've missed many of your latest uploads. Scanning your gallery page, this one obviously stands out right away, how could it not with the repeating arches and the black/white. excellent cloud depth too, and i like how the water looks like a sheet of warped metal haha. cool. cheers
Craig
worldcitizen
(14310) 2020-03-09 14:11
Hello Bev,
This is another lovely B/W shot. The textures in the canal and the sky are very attractive, and the rings of the wheel create nice perspective. This scene is well-composed and framed.
Photo Information
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Copyright: Beverley Robinson (Royaldevon)
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(75584) - Genre: Lugares
- Medium: Preto & Branco
- Date Taken: 2019-08-31
- Categories: Arquitectura
- Camera: Canon PowerShot G12
- Exposição: f/0.1, 30 segundos
- Versão da Foto: Versão Original, Workshop
- Tema(s): Best of Arches III [view contributor(s)]
- Date Submitted: 2020-02-20 3:24
