Mini Theme: Glendalough, Ireland
Oct 19, 2017 22:59:19 #
Glendalough (meaning Valley of the two lakes) is the site of a 5th century monastic settlement founded by St Kevin approx 30 miles south of Dublin. The round tower which was a place of refuge from Viking raiding parties until the eleventh century, is the focal point of this lush sheltered valley. Taken last month with an older shot thrown in.
Comments and feedback always appreciated.
Comments and feedback always appreciated.
Oct 20, 2017 00:18:57 #
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Oct 20, 2017 06:37:08 #
Very well done. These are beautiful shots of lush countryside and ancient relics!
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Oct 20, 2017 20:16:22 #
Great shots - -
I'da sworn there was some HDR in there, but didn't show in the EXIF data - -
Just a little work in PS ?
I'da sworn there was some HDR in there, but didn't show in the EXIF data - -
Just a little work in PS ?
Oct 20, 2017 21:20:06 #
Merlin1300 wrote:
Great shots - -
I'da sworn there was some HDR in there, but didn't show in the EXIF data - -
Just a little work in PS ?
I'da sworn there was some HDR in there, but didn't show in the EXIF data - -
Just a little work in PS ?
No HDR. Some basic adjustments in ACR, some dehaze to bring up the clouds. That's about the limit of my PP skills. Shots were late afternoon on a dull overcast day so I decided to make the most of the gloom. First one was a couple of years ago taken with a P&S in jpeg.
Thanks for looking and leaving feedback.
Oct 20, 2017 21:59:12 #
repleo wrote:
ACR can do quite a bit to pull a great shot out of a foggy oneNo HDR. Some basic adjustments in ACR, some dehaze to bring up the clouds.
Unfortunately ACR doesn't support my Canon 80D - - have to run the RAW through the DNG converter first
But - anyway - - looks like you had an outstanding time in Ireland - -
My wife and daughter went there 6 years ago or so - - Wife wants to go back.
I think I'll go with her next time :) :)
Oct 20, 2017 23:56:27 #
Oct 20, 2017 23:56:57 #
Beautiful scenes and photography. Am I correct in understanding that the tower was built in the 5th century? Is entry inside allowed? Those are some photos I would love to see!
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for sharing.
Oct 21, 2017 00:13:22 #
repleo wrote:
Glendalough (meaning Valley of the two lakes) is the site of a 5th century monastic settlement founded by St Kevin approx 30 miles south of Dublin. The round tower which was a place of refuge from Viking raiding parties until the eleventh century, is the focal point of this lush sheltered valley. Taken last month with an older shot thrown in.
Comments and feedback always appreciated.
Comments and feedback always appreciated.
OMG does this bring back memories. A life time ago my wife and I visited Ireland on our honeymoon. I am of Irish decent. My grandparents on both sides are from Ireland.
I still have family there. Thanks for taking me on a trip down Memory Lane. Great photos by the way.
Oct 21, 2017 00:59:16 #
Madman wrote:
Beautiful scenes and photography. Am I correct in understanding that the tower was built in the 5th century? Is entry inside allowed? Those are some photos I would love to see!
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for sharing.
The monastic settlement at Glendalough dates back to the 5th century but the tower was a bit later. It is over 1,000 years old and is 100' high. It is one of approximately 20 such towers still intact in Ireland. There are dozens more that are only partial remains. The towers were mostly built during the period of the Viking (Danes) invasions from about 800 AD to 1014 AD. I don't think any of them are open to the general public. The interior would have had a series of wooden platforms connected by ladders but no stairs due to the small footprint and the entrance was typically 10 to 20 feet above ground level for defense.
Thanks for looking and glad you enjoyed.
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