St. Cecilia's

Every so often, I just really enjoy photographing some "big" architecture. Luckily, St. Louis has a wealth of really beautiful and complex architectural spaces.

This is St. Cecelia's Cathedral, located deep in the heart of South St. Louis City. The sparkling gold on either side of the basilica are mosaics. I was pleased to find the holiday decorations still up. Hey, the theme this week is architecture... what a great excuse. :)

Thanks so much for taking time to stop by... very much appreciated.

[Maggiemae]

This is a great photo - got a lot in - the height, the width and the colour of course! All very splendid!

[Janet B.]

A spectacular space, for sure; and how beautifully decorated it is for Christmas. I really like your composition, which shows us many awe-inspiring architectural details. What a treasure.

[Emilie Cartoun]

Magnificent. You've really captured the vast spaciousness.

[KWind]

How pretty!

[Joan]

What a beautiful shot - so rich in color and detail.

[Danette Thompson]

Gorgeous.

[Jane Pittenger]

As always, fabulously composed with all the symmetry spot on. The color and lighting is lovely

[Junko Y]

A classic Rosie Symmetry photo -- and I agree completely with Jane!

[Jane Anderson]

I've been advised to see this if I ever tour St. Louis, so I am glad to see it.

[Rosie Kerr]

@cejaanderson You know, this is just a tiny cathedral... the main one is a few miles away, with an amazing (really) mosaic collection on the wall. If you were to see this from the outside, you would think it remarkably unimpressive.

[Graeme Stevens]

superb shot

[Elizabeth]

Tremendous detail in this gorgeous cathedral! Your shot makes it look massive!

[Paula W]

What a beautiful place. Wonderful detail and symmetry Rosie.

[Sheralee S]

This is beautiful Rosie. Something about your processing has given it a rather painterly feel.

[Danny G.]

Amazing architecture and beautifully captured. FAV

[Kim Harper]

Ah, I haven't seen it decorated for the holidays. Beautiful.

[gloria jones]

Stunning capture of the architectures...great symmetry, lighting

[Sebastian Gritt]

Gloriously sumptuous 'high church' capture, Rosie.

[Phil Cameron]

amazing great image Rosie

[Kathy]

A beautiful sanctuary. So much to see!

[Gayle Sears]

It's a beautiful place. Nice architecture.

[Tremerryn]

Spectacular.

[Joan Robillard]

Beautiful

[Kas]

You have taken some beautiful shots. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to seeing your photos.

[Daweenie]

Stunning and awe-inspiring.

[Ukandie!]

Beautiful architecture! It reminds me of the Ukrainian Churches that I visited here for the Chicago Architecture Open House.

[Lee]

Very well captured detail. Beautiful place.