Thomas Smythe

There are three memorials to the Smythe family in St Mary's church, Ashford. This is of Thomas Smythe (1522-1591) who was the son of a Yeoman and Clothier. He was later Queen Elizabeth's customs officer and Lord of the Manor of Ashford. The Queen then presented him with the manor of Westenhanger, Kent.

I am not confident with black and white images, but felt this memorial might just work.

[Pam]

It looks good and I like your information about it.

[Catherine]

@pamdavis2015 thank you Pam

[Sue]

I think you have nailed the b&w there. This works very well and the textures really show

[Catherine]

@suesouthwood thank you. The memorial was a warm gold colour so I wasn't sure if I liked the monochrome.

[Jennifer]

wonderfully detailed in the b/w

[Catherine]

@jesperani thank you!

[Loopy-Lou]

Wonderful capture looks Great in black and white

[Catherine]

@bizziebeeme thank you!

[FBailey]

Suits b&w really well - very intricate piece

[KWind]

Fantastic composiitona and focus!

[Catherine]

@kwind thank you so much and for the fav

[Catherine]

@fbailey thank you - never sure what makes a good b & w

[Catherine Otley]

Great detail and don't you just marvel at the artistry of stone carvers of the past?

[Babs]

This is perfect in black and white it really brings out the patterns and textures

[Paul]

Most excellent!

[Walks @ 7]

Very good use of tones and movement within the frame! I suggest you continue exploring B&W.

[Catherine]

@redandwhite the stone carvers were incredible- such talent.

[Catherine]

@onewing thank you Babs

[Catherine]

@paul10 thank you!

[Catherine]

@joysabin thank you. I find it hard knowing which images would make a good monotone but will persevere!

[Leila]

beautifully composed shot!