Randolph Shine
About the Image(s)
Detail of Crucifixion is the submitted photo. The other two are to give a perspective of the church and crucifixion presentation.
Inside the cathedral photo that I submitted last month is the most original and fascinating presentation of the crucifixion I have ever seen. But I am not a fan of modern art in churches. The way the two thieves were shown got my attention: they are facing the wrong way.
Behind Christ on the cross is a white sheet. Behind the sheet is built a wooden sculpture with the two thieves. The whole set up is backlighted to cast a shadow.
Camera settings: 1/4Sec. F5.6, ISO 1600, 35mm on a 17-55mm F2.8 lens.
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10 comments posted
Lynne   Posted: 08/04/2020 13:24:27
I do find it interesting, though, that in the online church brochure, they refer to the body of Christ hanging on a red-oak cross as a Bronze Corpus. The brochure says the image may call to mind the two criminals crucified with Christ or the three persons of the blessed trinity; I have not heard of that version before. Suffice it to say he does have 'Wow' in his sculpture.
Regarding your captured image, we are usually told not to center the subject in the image as it makes it feel static, but as you know there are always exceptions to the rules. I believe you captured the scene well you have the steel arches in the frame, and all is in balance.
The only thing that stands out in this version is the lights in the lower-left corner, and a tiny bit on the right. A new crop may fix that for you.
I do love the 'Original 1' image because of the other elements in the photo and how well they contribute to the whole photograph. I like seeing people in the image even if it is the back of their heads. The candles on the walls are great, the ceiling structure, the pews, statues at the altar, and so on are all excellent elements to tell the story of a modern church. I do not see anything in the 'Original 1' photo that is distracting.
I hope this was helpful, Randy. I look forward to hearing what you think.
Best regards,
LuAnn
  Posted: 08/13/2020 17:38:39
(Group 85)
Randy, what do you think?
LuAnn   Posted: 08/21/2020 07:20:50
THANKS.   Posted: 08/25/2020 13:42:44
  Posted: 08/26/2020 09:18:08