Sweeping up

We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to the Houses of Parliament yesterday. I would highly recommend it to anyone when in London.

Sadly, photography isn't allowed anywhere within parliament. It has so much to offer photographically, it is such a shame that it isn't allowed.

We were allowed to take photos inside Westminster Hall. which was built in 1097 by the son of William the Conquerer, William II Or King Rufus as we know him.

This chap spent all his time sweeping up with a small dustpan and brush, and the light created some incredible shadows. I was minded of some of Vivian Maier's remarkable photos when I took this.

You can expect to see one or two more shots of this chap in my other albums in the days ahead.

This shot is processed in SFX Pro using the pinhole effect.

[Mac]

A great way to document your trip! Love it.

[Ingrid Budge]

Stunning light Sean, fav. The point of view is wonderful and a great composition. It is a shame you're not allowed to take photos inside though....

[Humphrey Hippo]

Gorgeous light.
I'd love to go to Westminster Hall. It's one of those places I keep meaning to visit but never do.

[Jay Holm]

Comp, light, texture and subject. This is jut a great image! Fav+

[Alison Hewitt Bailey]

Gorgeous, classic capture, beautifully done. Wonderful light and composition. I absolutely love this. Fav.

[Sean O'Neill]

@riverlandphotos @ingrid2101 @humphreyhippo @jayholm64 @dulciknit Thankyou all, I knew this would be well received when I took it, I love it too!

[dh (delena)]

I love the composition and the processing.

[Cassandra Hoffmann]

FAVulous!

[Shepherdman's Wife]

Love this. Shame you can't take pics inside!

[Simon]

Fav

[Shanne]

that's stunning

[8yearson]

A masterful approach to this Sean, you have edited it beautifully, fav.

[Ann Stenson]

Love this Sean, You have captured the mood perfectly....FAV :)

[Pat Knowles]

Must check out that editing tool...this is stunning Sean...love your b/w photos more & more. Big Fave!

[Paula W]

Sean this is so good, I can see why you love it. Has to be a big FAV.

[Helen]

Oh yes - excellent! Love the light and shadows and the man for added interest.

[Ceeceebee]

Great composition. The light and shadows are very atmospheric.

[Taffy]

Great example of when and how to use pinhole!

[Jocasta]

I know I keep saying 'stunning' but - well - STUNNING! FAV

[Cazla]

Wow this is so good! I love the light and shadows and such an excellent choice of processing. Fav, this is one I will come keep coming back to look at.

[Nicole]

Beautiful b&w!!

[Andreas]

I would have been so pleased if I had taken that shot. A clear Fav+ Sean.

[Heidi Parnell]

The light on him is beautiful, such solitude, I hope he is happier than he looks. Fav :)

[Jan Hall]

This is fantastic Sean - fav

[Mary Siegle]

Great shot! Composition, lighting...FAV

[David]

Wow! You haven't lost your touch since I have been away Sean! Such an atmospheric shot …. and I am all in favour of job-creation schemes! Love the light and shadow; the detail you have captured in the door is wonderful. Fav!

[Lee]

Fabulous Image Sean, the light really highlights the detail in the shot.

[Mick]

well that's fairly wonderful is that Sean, great image and you've got the processing spot on :)

[Rachel Withey]

Fav. Composition, processing and light are stunning

[Sjouk]

Stunning comp and love it in b & w Fav !

[☠northy]

big humongous fav! this is amazing!

[Ross Walker]

Must be seen large to appreciate the floor detail. It would be interesting to know if he saw you taking pictures, especially since you took several. Fav.

[Jenn]

Wow! Excellent shot and great edit!
That poor guy needs a bigger broom

[Peter de Graaff]

Awesome

[Claire]

Fantastic shot and love how the light is on this photo.

[Ian]

Huge huge instant fav! This is brilliant photography, absolutely love this shot. Brilliantly composed and processed.

[Danny G.]

Superb b&w photography - fav, of course.

[Jen Hudson]

Superb, great light and shadows. You have made a great image here and love the b/w. Fav

[Jan Penny]

Such a great shot, well deserved on PP

[Steve Angell]

Excellent shot, saw it on the homepage. Lovely shot with your new toy!
I've worked at Westminster Hall, great venue.

[e.gad]

Love the composition and light. Fav for me.

[Annie D]

wow - hit the spot for me

[kd]

Such a nice shot, a definite fav for me. It has a sadness to it that is so intriguing to me.

[Shandy]

I absolutely LOVE this shot! Fav!

[Al Bailey]

Fabulous capture! .....fav :D

[Rosie White-Hlouveraki]

Wonderful b&w, fav!

[Sean O'Neill]

@rwhite thanks Rosie, good to see you back.

[Sutao]

A fav!

[Lisa Stein]

just love, love, love this, Sean! FAV

[Judith Johnson]

Superb, dramatic, atmospheric.

[Simply Amanda]

I missed this this week. Awesome shot. Love the space. Fav. Always nice to be on the TT with you this week. And somehow I am always under you. You win. Sheesh...tough competition this week!! Congrats to you!

[Lisa]

Gorgeous shot Sean! Congrats on TT! : ) fav

[Call me Joe]

fav and Congrats on TT !!

[Paula W]

Congrats on the TT with this super shot Sean. Hopefully a good end to a difficult week. Hope you and the family have a good weekend.

[Danny G.]

Congrats on TT, Sean!

[john]

Well done on the TT (now I know what that stands for!) well deserved Sean.

[Sean O'Neill]

@japers45 @soboy5 @paulaw @joemuli @rennes @amandal thank you all.

[Taffy]

A brilliant one that belongs on TT -- congrats!

[Mick]

TT ! Well done pal, have a great weekend.

[Ross Walker]

Congratulations on the TT for this one. No surprise to me for this cool photo.

[Leslie]

Look who made the TT ...You that's Who ... Congrats

[Sean O'Neill]

@taffy @bluefirebucket @rvwalker @lesip thank you all. I am always so pleased when any black and white makes the TT, so when it's one of mine I'm doubly pleased!

[Virginia Arnone-Youlton]

Brilliant shot - very affective.

[Steve Jaques]

Very good. Fav.

[John Falconer]

Nice shot Sean. Congratulations.

[Jo]

What a striking image, it looks wonderful viewed large.