Light Before the Storm
by Artan

Comment by viajero:
I think I've seen this castle before, but I really like the way the person seems to be staring up at it.

Light Before the Storm
by Artan

Comment by RulerZigzag:
WOw..that is a beautiful composition...nice neat color too

Light Before the Storm
by Artan

Comment by docpjv:
great pic, definately a 10 from me. good luck, I hope you make it!

Light Before the Storm
by Artan

Comment by e301:
I think you'll win, out of what i've seen so far. Minor gripes about verticality of tower, placing of figure, and 'storm' in your title - it looks like a pleasant summer's evening, colour-wise. The figure is a masterful necessity to a sense of scale in the image. Where is this? What is this? It looks like it should be a Landmark Trust property (qv if you don't know them) - but not one that is familiar. More than anything, I think you'll win because it's just nearly impossible to vote this down for anything.

Light Before the Storm
by Artan

Comment by nordic:
I so almost entered a similar image, visited Broadway on last Saturday afternoon but didn't manage to enter the image in time (oh well - must leave this work thing alone, gets in the way a bit!). When was this taken? The tower is so photogenic, I just love the location, one of my fav places!
Not sure about the PP, looks a bit sureal? Hope it does well for you.
Some of my efforts can be seen @ www.nordicpics.co.uk (click on castles & ruins)

Light Before the Storm
by Artan

Comment by nsbca7:
I want to live there!

Light Before the Storm
by Artan

Comment by outland:
I like the colors. And I like the mix of the human scale and the huge landscape, containing both. It strikes me how much the towers resemble a space shuttle sitting on the launch pad. Or, I guess the space shuttle resembles the towers.

Light Before the Storm
by Artan

Comment by graphicfunk:
returning for comments:
This is as neat as a doll house. A beautiful capture and such strong composition. This image may get the biggest request in a stock album.

Light Before the Storm
by Artan

Comment by casualguy:
Nice color and sharpness. Neat castle. Great job!

Light Before the Storm
by Artan

Comment by dragonlady:
This is just an incredible shot. Love the juxtaposition of the small castle and the human form...color and lighting are striking...9