4-second exposure using a separate flash unit to "stop" motion of pendulum at left side of arc; hues, brightness/contrast, USM, touch-up cloning to eliminate specks, and NI.
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I find this a very nice shot. The gold has very warm pleasing tones. The parts and chains have nice lines. I like the motion blur, adds a lot IMO. Good composition. NIce job.
I like the motion blur in this one. I wish the image were a bit brighter, though. Definitely meets the challenge and has good composition, but for the darkness I have to give it a 7