Photographer's Note
I call this one Perfect Timing simply because I turned around and noticed the row boat - and i only had a couple of seconds to capture the shot.
As you can see from the rowers, they're quickly rowing OUT of the scene from left to right. I absolutely had no time to zoom in our out, let alone change my lens. So I think it turned out pretty good considering.
This is a beautiful view of Coimbra from across the river, especially with the sunlight striking the buildings during the evening sunset hours.
Once again I have Anabella to thank for this one as she took me here during our TE meeting.
Thanks for viewing everyone!
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papagolf21
(152601) 2018-01-22 23:19
Bonjour, cher Craig,
Difficile de faire une présentation plus réussie pour valoriser l'architecture de la ville et de son environnement.
Un succès mérité !
Amitiés.
Philippe
emka
(152388) 2018-01-22 23:31
Hello Craig, Excellent composition in this view of Coimbra from the side of the river. Indeed, the rowing boat is in the good position in the picture. Amazing how the buildings are one above the other. Stunning sharpness and colours.
Kind regrads Malgo
dta
(98560) 2018-01-22 23:58
Hello Craig ,
You're right , this is the perfect timing , and i think that was less than a couple of seconds to capture.
This is an ideal element on the water to complete the composition , where we also can see the superb architecture of the old Porto .
Regards
snunney
(130967) 2018-01-23 0:13
Hello Craig,
I haven't been to Coimbra; it looks to be a very nice city judging by this and your previous shots from there. I like how the rowboat is placed, counterbalancing the church tower top left. Ideally exposed with excellent colours and clarity. Superb capture of this opportune moment.
Silvio1953
(205890) 2018-01-23 0:37
Ciao Craig, great view of lovely town, excellent clarity, splendid light and wonderful colors, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio
danos
(110407) 2018-01-23 0:40
Hello Craig,
a really decisive moment with the passing by rowers in front of your leans.The houses on the backdrop complete the beautiful scene with the light and the colour management enhance even more the details of them.
Regards,Danos
ikeharel
(105977) 2018-01-23 1:24
It seems that every day there are rowrs on the Coimbra's Mondego river, Craig. If you will take a look at my Coimbra photos you will find thos eguys from 10/10/2010 around the same place...
Wonderful old town view from across, the university tower shown beautifully atop.
Have a nice new day,
Ike
*** The Tzfat stairs picture was my last from that trip, could not just enter houses to take photos indoor's.
The blue stars are the "Star-of David" a jewish symbol, that's a synagogue. Thanks.
gervaso
(28177) 2018-01-23 3:31
Hello, Craig!
Interesting view of all these houses built on the cliffs taken from an excellent POV! The inclusion of the boat is really great, and I also like the detail of the flag on that tower on top of the image. Excellent light, colors and sharpness! Wonderful composition!
holmertz
(92938) 2018-01-23 3:34
Hello Craig,
In August 1984 I stood in the same spot (found it by myself), but since there was no boat on the river that day I pointed my camera more to the left to capture a few women doing the laundry. Maybe there are no washerwomen these days? Like you I loved this view of the city, and had I been there in the digital era I would have taken many photos, not just one or two. Although the boat is going out of the photo we can get an impression it's going into it, because the rowers are looking that way, so you actually placed it perfectly. I guess I should dig out my photo. I have a scan I made years ago but I don't like the colours. If I can make a better copy I will post it here.
Best wishes,
Gert
Nicou
(193806) 2018-01-23 3:49
Hello
le cadrage avec l'aviron est parfait quelle image et ocmpo quelle vue et captage avec toutes ces maisons collées en blanc sueprbe ensemble.
Bravo et amitié
Nicou
jhm
(203133) 2018-01-23 5:37
Hello Craig,
Indeed a nice timing with the boat in foreground, but also the houses of the city in background.
Also the colour and structure is nice photographed.
You create a nice depth an good perspective.
Very well done, TFS.
Best regards,
John.
Royaldevon
(75584) 2018-01-23 5:54
Hello Craig,
There is something so attractive about towns which are built on the steep sides of rivers or seas. It is almost as if the buildings are preparing to be photographed, making sure that each one is just a step up from the previous one. (Have you ever had a group photograph taken where the photographer insists that you stand on a staircase so that everyone can be seen!) It's just like that! We certainly get very good impressions of the facades of most of the buildings.
The icing on the cake is the well placed clock tower and the rowing boat, slicing through the water, placed in opposing corners.
My warm regards,
Bev :-)
dkmurphys
(78000) 2018-01-23 6:23
Hello,
Fine sunlight over the Porto scene. Also, I like the dynamic of the canoe. Well taken.
D
Sergiom
(117241) 2018-01-23 7:14
Bonjour Craig,
C'est le grand bonheur quand les choses et les événements se présentent juste au bon moment et au bon endroit quand tous les éléments sont parfaitement placés dans le cadre. Bravo.
Amicalement
Serge
Fis2
(155762) 2018-01-23 7:42
Witaj Craig!
Interesting architecture.
Buildings make impression.
Excellent frame and colors.
Kayak add flavor to this composition.
Well done.
Warm regards.
Krzysztof
rychem
(72179) 2018-01-23 8:43
A very good shot, not only both rowers but also the fantastic view of the amphitheatrically located city, very well captured
regards Ryszard
cornejo
(61504) 2018-01-23 11:45
Hello Craig, very good photograph of this beautiful scene with the view of the city from the park on the opposite side of the river, very well captured in this interesting image, with good sharpness, light, color and quality. Very good and interesting work perfectly done, my congratulations my friend. Thank you for sharing this beautiful work.
Good afternoon and happy week.
Warm greetings from the south of Spain.
Angel.
lousat
(130061) 2018-01-23 11:48
Hi Criag,just in time to take the canoist in the river...now i know the raison of your title...ehehe...nice capture from Coimbra showing us this puzzle of facades on the hill close to the river,a pic made in postcard style well done as usual. Have a nice evening and thanks,Luciano
Tue
(82360) 2018-01-23 14:03
Hello Craig,
Great photo of the many rows of houses of the city built against the hill. They show the town so well and the soft but warm sunlight brings out the colours and details so well. The inclusion of the rowers is the icing on the cake, perfect timing indeed!
Lars
pierrefonds
(103663) 2018-01-23 14:26
Hi Craig,
You have captured well the action of the row boat. I like the way the buildings and houses are creatin a gradation or suite. The good luminosity is making the colors to stand out. Have a nice day.
Pierre
ChrisJ
(160138) 2018-01-24 5:16
Hello Craig
The fr row boats add depth and layering to the composition. The clock tower top left provides a focal point. Good sharpness and amazing repetition of the patterns and shapes formed by the tightly packed buildings on the steep hillside. Tfs!
Longroute
(19600) 2018-01-24 8:26
Beautiful view of Coimbra taken with a lovely warm light. The inclusion of the river in foreground adds depth and contrast and of-course the boat is a nice addition.
sacimar
(38173) 2018-01-24 9:39
Hello Craig,
good image of Coimbra, the timing was perfect to show the row boat, I like the different buildings we can see here, well done,
Best regards,
Sergio
LuisGustavoLima
(5184) 2018-01-24 11:52
Oi, Craig!
A foto ficou mesmo interessante. O barco de linha é curioso. O detalhe da bandeira portuguesa bem no alto à esquerda é bom. Enquadramento, luz e cores muito bons.
Bom trabalho!
lucasgalodoido
(26956) 2018-01-25 7:22
Olá Craig,
uma vista muito bonita de Lisboa aqui, e gostei do forte contraste das construções com a a´gua escura também. Belo trabalho.
Parabéns e Abraço,
Lucas
Hansaphotos
(11379) 2018-01-25 10:02
Hello Craig
Another fine shot from this Portuguese city. I was looking for the buildings in one of your previous posts from this city, and I found it! Yes, you did great concidereing what time you had. The boat with the rowers is nicely placed in the foreground and its sharp and clear. Fine lighting and colours. Always fascinating to study urban scenes like this. Lovely work, Craig:) Thanks.
Greetings, Erling
COSTANTINO
(104259) 2018-01-25 10:30
Hello dear Craig and have a nice time
and a happy new day
excellent chosen point of view showing
the great beauty of all those houses
this is the perfect timing for a good
photographer
superb capture of this moment
welldone
regards
Costantino
adramad
(67078) 2018-01-25 15:39
Hello Craig.
Superb composition, with this great view of the houses as they are staggered up the hill and at the top I think it is the University, ideal the touch of that pirogue sailing the river.
Great image with good light, nice colors, good sharpness and good details.
Magnificent framing and presentation.
Well done. I like very much.
You have a good day.
Very best regards.
Luis.
Cricri
(176) 2018-01-25 21:18
Hi Craig
Déclenchement rapide très réussie, parfait cadrage, bon format et lumière
Belle journée
cricri
GyurMaster
(21397) 2018-02-01 12:20
Hello Craig,
I saw Gert's version and its an interesting comparison.
Best Wishes,
Gy.
kasianowak
(15848) 2018-02-03 0:26
Hi Craig
Perfect timing indeed! And, because of the way the rowers are placed in the boat, to most people who don't know that sport very well, it will look like they are moving from right to left and have only just entered the frame. :-)
It's amazing that it looks almost the same as in Gert's photo and that, thirty years apart, you both concentrated on the people in the foreground.
Best wishes
Kasia
Lidka
(527) 2018-03-04 13:05
Dear Craig!
Fine vertical cityscape of Coimbra.
Superb rowing boat.
Nice light and bright.
Marvelous colours.
Good contrast and sharpness.
Fine delicate black frame.
Well done!
Photo Information
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Copyright: craig macintosh (macjake)
(96157)
- Genre: Lugares
- Medium: Cor
- Date Taken: 2017-04-25
- Categories: Vida Diária, Arquitectura
- Camera: Pentax K3, Pentax 50-130mm F2.8
- Exposição: f/0.9, 30 segundos
- Versão da Foto: Versão Original
- Date Submitted: 2018-01-22 23:17