Of the night

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I’m not known for my one shot posts, and certainly not for my night photography.  Browsing my photo files last night, I came across a rather wonderful memory.  Lumiere at Durham last November.  Looking at it, I could feel the atmosphere again as the scenes washed across the face of Durham Cathedral.  The crowd stood hushed throughout a powerful sound and light performance.

This week Paula is demanding something Nocturnal, and I’ve rarely seen a more beautiful photo of Belem.  By definition, nocturnal means ‘active at night’.  This is a rare shot I took with my phone because there was insufficient light for the camera.  Go over to Paula’s place and see what makes Thursday’s Special.  You’ll find a beautiful nocturnal creature if you do.

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      1. I am European, and my first “alone” vacation was a trip to Great Britain, where I stayed with a family for 4 weeks in summer. I remember the train ride and the ferry. Later I worked in the UK twice, once for 6 months and once for a couple of weeks. I always flew from (through) London after I had moved to the US.

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    1. I used it for my night shots at Bristol Balloon Festival for the first time, Cathy, and was amazed at the results. The lighting at Durham was very low and I was surprised at what I could still pick up. No idea, really! You know me- the world’s best point and click girl 🙂 🙂

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      1. Yes, I know what you mean, Jo. I encountered many poor light conditions in Iceland, and often my phone took better pictures than my camera. I’m the same – point and shoot. Maybe if I learned to use the manual settings on my camera….

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      2. When you do you can write it out in simple terms for me 🙂 🙂 Perking up a bit? I spent a lovely day down on the Moors today but I’ve ricked my ankle so nothing too hectic for the rest of the week.

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      1. I may have done one more video. Once many years ago I saw the Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids. That was special. The technology back then would be nothing compared to what is available for light shows now.

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  12. Seriously, you are not the only one. I am in awe with others who get their night photos down. I could never get to their caliber. You captured everything there is to say about the dazzling display and the energy around it.

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  13. Beautiful photo, Jo. While I have seen sound and light shows advertised, I have actually never been present at one yet. Night photography is tough without a tripod. Your phone did well!

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    1. I was half expecting Paula to post an owl, Annika. She has some superb shots. I looked at my Lumiere shots for something different. Glad you remember them. 🙂 We have a fountain that twinkles at night in our garden, and I was considering that too. 🙂 Thanks a lot!

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  20. I like this moody shot. I can imagine you active at any time of the day, but it is so nice to see a nocturnal shot from you. This one is painted nicely in the night lights. Thank you.

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