Heavenly Reflections

framing suggestion: may be a vertical shot to cover both the reflection of the building as well as the building woud be perfect

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Excelente rango dinámico !!!

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Heavenly Reflections by William Bullimore.

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Another shot of the beautiful St Patrick's Cathedral. This is my first attempt at doing a night-time HDR.

Details
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mk II
Lens: Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM
Exposure: 13 exposures (-2,-1.66.-1.33,-1,-.66,-.33,0,+.33,+.66,+1,+1.33,+1.66+2 EV)
Aperture: f/3.5
Focal Length: 16 mm
ISO Speed: 200
Accessories: Canon RC1 Wireless Remote, Expodisc,
Date and Time: 17 July 2009 7.06pm

Post Processing:
Imported into Lightroom
Exported 13 exposures to Photomatix
Tonemap generated HDR using detail enhancer option
Re-imported back into Lightroom
Exported HDR and 0 EV exposure to CS3 and layered HDR on top of 0 EV
Brush tool to even out the sky
Curves layer for contrast
Noise reduction layer
LucisArt 3 SE filter
Re-imported back into Lightroom
Slightly cropped in Lightroom
Vibrance adjustment in Lightroom
Sharpening in Lightroom
Added keyword metadata
Exported as 3000 x 2000 JPEG

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pearceval says:

Just beautiful, pin sharp reflections!

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three6d says:

This is an awesome shot William!! Wonderful color and exposure. And I love the reflection in the water. Great work!

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yujapi says:

nice reflections !!!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Dysartian says:

Wonderful treatment William. That seems a lovely cathedral. A nice descripton too!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

h.orihashi says:

Nicely captured. Just beautiful.
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

kennymuz says:

amazing night shot. wonderful treatment with excellent reflections and exposure. splendid work.
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Bushra & Sons says:

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mang M (Busy) says:

Very beautiful!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Little Wang says:

Nice shot!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

sezohanim says:

Beautiful, William.
Have a nice Sunday.

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LAR's [ Larry ] says:

wow.. this is beautiful night shot.. well done
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

alfonso-tm says:

Magnifica foto
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

eisha_romeo_4(so busy) says:

really heavenly!
wow!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

migamunck says:

Beautiful shot my friend.
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Enoch Yong (super busy) says:

william, i love your all your HDR works and keep them coming!!! (gee.... i think we both got the same gears ie 5dmkii and 16-35 lens ^^)
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Ginas Pics says:

Excellent composition and light! Great nightshot ...........
Please comment on my pics too.

Gina from Germany uploading impressions of Monet
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Valter49 (In Rome since Friday) says:

Hi, William! I've just come back from my holiday! Lovely perspective and reflections...
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

G-Rated Birdman of El Paso says:

That's a beautiful night shot of this church.

Happy Trails!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

AmpamukA says:

Absolutely perfect :D
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

evergreen-photo says:

Outstanding night shot!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Vincent Montibus says:

Gorgeous night shot !!!

Great reflection !
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tk21hx says:

truly brilliant work of art, my friend!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Thes deN says:

Excellent William - the reflections look as if they're in a mirror, not water!! Stunning colours as well - keep going now with the night HDRs, we want to see more!!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

tellyazz says:

Super quality, perfect exposure and great reflections! Well captured and processed!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

rapt_in_roses says:

Stunning! Perfect title to go with a perfect shot.
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

TheCoffeeNut says:

Nice HDR work...........
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

silvermikan says:

very beautiful image. superb!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

RomaBea (be back soon) says:

Phenomenal image William !! I want to try to attempt a night scene in HDR ! I hope mine turns out as well as yours my friend, this is simply brilliant !!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

cre8ive-M says:

wow!! instant fave!!
fantastic nightshot!!!!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

shadyezz says:

beautiful work Bill :)
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

barbara.elaw ceiling done! walls next! says:

very very good excellent work great colours and perfect reflections

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sweetcaroline♥ says:

A high quality composition , William.
Wow!WOW ! I'm impressed .
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Ray Wise says:

great clarity for a nightshot - very nice indeed

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Sharky_MB says:

I am speachless! Amazing night shot!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

michael.gardner (been away) 15 says:

Magnificent capture!! This is HDR at its very best – enhancing the image without distortion, both in terms of colour and sharp definition. Excellent composition as well... what a lovely reflection in the foreground!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Guido Musch says:

Love it Bill! Great details and colors!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

bobo3039 says:

This is amazing! Very well done!!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

AmolSawant says:

very nice work. looks picture perfect.
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

mpaulda™ says:

Outstanding
beautiful as always
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Native Iowan says:

Whoa...wow!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

MarsW says:

Stunninng light and wonderful composition Wiliam.
You scared me - I thought you were at St Patricks Cathedral in Dublin (looks just liike this) and that you had not contaacted me to meet up!!!
Beautiful photography.

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Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Martha★ says:

This is just awesome! Such superb work.

Have a great Sunday!

M.
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Miss K.B. says:

very classic!!!
the colors and light are a perfection...delicious!!! :)

happy sunday ^^
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Jeff_B. says:

Stunning! Fantastic HDR work. Have a great weekend.
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

astur56 says:

Excellent shot, beautiful picture, nice reflections. Congratulations
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

MHeinzel says:

Great work here!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Allxan. says:

Wow..Wonderful night capture..Beautiful colour&light.
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sammer.d says:

beautiful lights ..very magical ...
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Nik Zach says:

Absolutely perfect!

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abennett23 says:

wow, stunning image, well captured

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flickrfanmk2007 says:

Beautiful night shot, great HDR work my friend!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

rich66 ~ says:

beautiful glow and reflection.
as seen in the Golden Garden
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Mauli* says:

OMG.....THIS IS REALLY BREATHTAKING!!!! I LOVE IT! :o)
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Mauli* says:

OOPS FORGOT...
Golden Garden
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Keiko loves you! says:

Amazing !
Really wonderful captuqe!
This suitable front-page :)
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

AFX_speedlight says:

Beautiful vibrant night shot William.Nice one
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Duftek says:

Wow, stunning image! Beautiful reflections and colors!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

JuDee1 says:

Fabulous color and reflection...Love the composition...A fav again...
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Tattooed JJ says:

Spectacular shot of the cathedral, love the colors and light but what strikes me is that super cool reflection
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© Don Iannone Photography says:

Bill, Fantastic shot! Love the reflection. Seen in the Golden Garden.
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Wils 888 [busy] says:

OMG. This is literally PICTURE PERFECT.
GREAT SHOT. BRAVO!!!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

ekovalev says:

Fantastic shot! Great colors and reflection!
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robbber1/Tony. says:

I recommend to others to view this stunning image large. Fabulous photograph, congrats:o)

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Terry Cheng | Away For A While says:

Beautiful reflection and colours. Fantastic night shot!
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GAB61 says:

Excellent reflections! Great lighting!
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Malcolm MacGregor says:

13 exposures! That's incredible, Wow, great work.

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unlimited inspirations says:

Very beautiFuL lightings and reflections@

:))
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WizardOne says:

Very nice work! Fav!
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fotophriendly says:

a Beauty it is W~!~
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I Michelangeli (Busy -Sorry) says:

Assolutamente perfetta
meravigliosa
bravissimo
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trapezemike says:

VERY nice !!!!!
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miumiulina says:

stunning...great colors ~~
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KayCpics says:

Outstanding!!!

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S R W says:

and this is heavenly !!
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~Tammy~ says:

WOW! The colors and reflections are magnificent. Incredible night shot~ Have a great day. :0)
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~Tammy~ says:

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Reiffhaus says:

Absolutely stunning William, this is professional quality work here!!
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oOo Bev oOo says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called ~ E X C L U S I V I T Y ~, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

oOo Hi Shez, you found that so quickly just uploaded, so it seems
the flickr problems are now ok, my photos can now be seen so thanks, and the colours remind me of yours here ... those reflections
they look just great, and HDR done carefully as you are using it,
then it looks great and this night time shoot is beautiful, just love
those colours ... Bev oOo
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Gianpiero ツ (Waiting for a new pc) says:

Woooooooooooooooooow!!!!!
Great shot!!!
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в α ѕ s m α h ♥ says:

wow amazing ,,,,@_@

thanks alot 4 the pic Details
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Carme M.V. says:

Excellent composition, light and reflections. Superb job William.
Te deseo una feliz semana también. Un saludo.
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Andrea Kollo says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Applauding Talent Around the World - YOU MUST COMMENT (min. 2), and we'd love to have this added to the group!

An absolutely outstanding piece of work ... wonderfully composed, terrific rich colours and magical lighting. Congrat's ... the hard work paid off big time.
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CATALAUNICA(Montse) says:

I am charmed with his works in HDR.
Your photographies are impressive and fantastic.
This place is very beautiful and very well caught.
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Eduardo Amorim says:

Spectacular !
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suraark says:

Beautiful image, lighting and reflection.
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alaska12 says:

This looks unreal Bill, like a movie set at night! I love the reflection!
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TrubbleShots says:

Fantastic light, very beautiful image.
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dora_explorer (returning slowly) says:

love the reflection.....love the intensity of the blue....
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