Philadelphia [Depth of Field in Photos ]
Uploaded: September 17, 2012 04:24:01
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This is my favorite view of the City of Philadelphia. It can be seen from the road that runs along the Schuylkill River near Boathouse Row.
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We are looking at the Museum of Art, which sits on a rocky bluff called "Fair Mount" in the top center of the photo. The famous scene where Rocky Balboa trains for his big fight was shot on the steps of the museum.
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Off to the right in the distance is the tallest building in the city, the Comcast Building. Everything else visible belongs to the historic Water Works. The water wheels once turned on the spots that now look like sets of eyes and frowns.
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A man fishes lazily in lower left.
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Exif: F Number: 13, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/250 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 160, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 27.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 7D
Robert R. Goodman September 17, 2012
Hi Michelle,beautiful image my friend!!! #1486815Agnes Fegan September 17, 2012
Wonderful image Michelle ... they really do look like faces! #10326163Susan Williams September 17, 2012
Very beautiful city scene, Michelle, and your description is an enjoyable read. #10326210Jack Gaskin September 17, 2012
Easy to see why from this view . You could have said it was Rome wonderful city scapeJack #10326229
Tiia Vissak September 17, 2012
a lovely view! #10326230Monnie Ryan September 17, 2012
Wonderful scene, especially with that fabulous sky as a backdrop! Outstanding! #10326283Millie A. Talarico September 17, 2012
Never saw or been to the city of Philadelphia, this a most amazing view and a beautiful capture, Michelle~! #10326287Connie J. Bagot September 17, 2012
Wow! I had no idea that Philadelphia was so cool and beautiful! This is a wonderful photo of it---great detail and composition. #10326332Lindley Johnson September 17, 2012
A wonderful view of Philadelphia! Love the composition, color, and details, Michelle. #10326345David Hurt September 17, 2012
Lovly shot Michelle. Well composed. #10326538Emile Abbott September 17, 2012
Post card perfect capture of Philadelphia. Love the textures, details, perspective and sense of depth. Great shot of the frowning faces in the wall. #10326599Hendrik Storme September 17, 2012
Excellent capture!....Beautiful! #10326645Rony Sagy September 17, 2012
Perfect on all levels. Beautiful work, Michelle. #10326745Claudia Kuhn September 17, 2012
I remember walking around there the evening I shot boathouse row.. a beautiful spot #10326785frank w. degenhardt September 17, 2012
I can understand why this is a favorite scene from the city. For me, these old stone buildings have so much character and appeal. Love the colors, the textures, the looks they offer. A gorgeous scene my friend. #10326795John Connolly September 17, 2012
Wonderful light and stone textures Michelle! That sky is totally awesome! #10326872Anita Hogue September 17, 2012
WOW, what a gorgeous view you captured! Love your perspective and clarity! Perfect sky too! #10326893Louisa Hancock September 17, 2012
Thanks for your comment obout the shadow in my image Michelle I will have another go at processing see if I can improve that aspect. Love your city scape the detail is great and love your perspective and the information of the area #10326911Renee Doyle September 17, 2012
That is a cool view point Michelle!! Wonderful capture! #10326933Terry Cervi September 17, 2012
This is a wonderful capture of Philadelphia, Michelle! Top notch work! #10327028Barbara Waldoch September 17, 2012
Beautiful, Michelle! #10327132Jeffrey R. Bange September 17, 2012
Absolutely stunning capture of Philadelphia Michelle. I would just have to remove the Comcast Building as it just takes away from this beautiful scenic. #10327144Robert K. Bemus September 17, 2012
Very unique and beautiful view, Michelle!! #10327187Stefania Barbier September 18, 2012
gorgeous composition and capture Michelle! #10327267JO ANN CLEVELAND September 18, 2012
Great find and presentation Michelle!jo ann c. #10327944
Sharon F. Morris September 19, 2012
Wonderful capture Michelle. Love detail and composition. #10329157Daniel Ruf September 19, 2012
Beautiful capture, Michelle. #10329484Deborah Lewinson September 19, 2012
Magnificent image, Michelle!Debby #10329821
Dayna Cain September 20, 2012
An excellent image Michelle. Your work is amazing. #10330121Douglas Pignet September 21, 2012
lovely capture with wonderful colors and comp...nicely done #10331299Gail Vitikacs September 26, 2012
Indeed a beautiful view...love the comp and details! #10342187Diana Chin September 27, 2012
Great capture! #10343647Chris Budny October 01, 2012
My weekly Amtrak commute (DC-NY) took me past this every Sunday and Thursday for 2 years, with the tracks almost at the water's edge, across from this scene. I always wanted to plan a weekend where I got off at Philly to photograph, but it never worked out. Very nice perspective! #10348617Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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