Castle Chat  by phil_howcroft

Castle Chat

Two young women (students) enjoying a chat and a picnic at Newark Castle. Before I took the shot, I shouted over to the girls to let them know I was taking a photo, I told them they would be small in the frame as it was a wide angle lens.

They were both really cool about it and said it was fine. On the subject of cool, how cool and relaxed do they look.

I thought about cloning the litter bin out so you had a triangle of interest with the two windows and the bench. After cloning it out, I decided it stays as it is part of the story. I really love all the negative space and minimalistic nature of the shot

As I left the castle grounds I thanked them for the shot.

I have another shot to post tomorrow, to compliment this shot.

Great candid capture! Love the light and the stone.
June 19th, 2021  
Great capture
June 19th, 2021  
I don't mind the trash bin either as it is a tidy one. amazing that people are pretty good if you ask if you can photograph them. worth an ask. there is a good poetry to this image.
June 19th, 2021  
Its quite a nice litter bin and it balances out the window frames. fav
June 19th, 2021  
I love this composition! Just a brilliant capture.
June 19th, 2021  
nice
June 19th, 2021  
Lovely proportions Phil & the contrast of light & shade plus beautiful window…fave.
June 19th, 2021  
nice shot
June 19th, 2021  
Nice photo and I am impressed with the straightness of the left hand lady's back too! Most people slouch, she isn't.
June 19th, 2021  
A lovely shot - love the light streaming in through the big window with the other objects including the girls , playing a secondary importance in the shot - love it ! fav
June 19th, 2021  
You have captured a wonderful scene perfectly, Phil. It looks so everydayish and yet so beautiful. Fav.
June 19th, 2021  
Beautiful textures and shades of grey. I love the light coming from the window. Fav
June 19th, 2021  
Wonderful image!
June 19th, 2021  
What a beautiful location, loads of texture too
June 20th, 2021  
nice little spot
June 20th, 2021  
I saw the other shot first. This is also a great shot but with the emphasis on the surroundings - I like the composition.
June 22nd, 2021  
The casual look at the formal structure makes a great shot
June 22nd, 2021  
Great casual capture. Love the window as part of the scene
June 22nd, 2021  
great candid
June 24th, 2021  
What a great shot. I also like the use of negative space and the minimalist approach. I actually think the tidy, interesting litter box adds to the story. Fav
June 25th, 2021  
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