Wells Cathedral: scissor arches

I took this shot both in colour and in b&w but the colour conversion is better than the original b&w.

Not so much contrast but a good helping of line, shape, pattern, repetition - and a couple of lone figures to throw all into relief.

The scissor arches were designed by master mason William Joy in the 14th century to support that unstable part of the cathedral.

[Casablanca]

I've not heard of that term "Scissor Arches" before but that is exactly what they look like! Nice repetition in those glorious pillars.

[Issi Bannerman]

How beautiful Hazel. Lovely in black and white too - the figures give it perspective.

[Peter]

Its an impressive building for sure Hazel, the lovely monochrome tones and wonderful light bring out all the stunning detail, its a super image, Fav:)

[Sarah]

Great shot of the majestic ceiling

[FBailey]

Wonderful architecture

[Gita]

Wow...such lovely structure!

[Bep]

Gorgeous architecture.

[Merrelyn]

Stunning architecture :)

[gloria jones]

Wonderful leading line, architectural details.

[mittens (Marilyn)]

Excellent B&W shot and it is such a beautiful looking cathedral.

[Susie]

Beautiful. fav

[Richard Hickey]

Awesome picture.

[Lesley Aldridge]

Fabulous photo.

[Pam]

Beautiful photo!

[Tunia McClure]

Lots to look at here and you caught it all so well.

[wendy frost]

A wonderful structure for a repair job and still standing after all this time marvellous. Brilliant capture Hazel.

[Cathie]

Such a sense of grandeur.

[Lois]

Beautiful architecture! So lovely in b&w!

[Phil Howcroft]

it is an excellent study of the cathedral haze

[Christine]

Lovely B&W? Fav

[Babs]

Wow Hazel, very impressive. It looks fabulous on black, what a great building. fav

[Ivan]

Superb architecture, well recorded, Hazel. fav

[william wooderson]

How interesting! They must be unique in style.

[Walks @ 7]

Isn't it marvelous how technology from so long ago has stood the test of time. I love your perspective. Fav!

[Mandy]

What a beautiful building. Love the lighting and all those leading lines.