Shokokuji Temple (相国寺)

Posted by GJC (Kyoto (京都), Japan) on 18 January 2008 in Architecture.

Justin Haaheim from New Haven, CT, United States

Great colors, GJC. What a beautiful subject. My biggest criticism is that the line of the blue roof seems to lead too far to the left to that higher other section of the roof, which leaves the photo a little unbalanced and lopsided. I think even a similar frame and perspective that just included more of what's left out on the left side would give the shot better composition. Try putting the left corner of the blue roof at the 1/3 and 1/3 point in the bottom left. Perhaps also a slight contrast boost. That said I like the shot a lot. Cheers.

18 Jan 2008 5:46am

@Justin Haaheim: Thanks very much for the constructive criticism and thoughtful response. I'll have to return to that temple and try again with your suggestions in mind. I very much appreciate it.

Michael Skorulski from Cigel, Slovakia

Gorgeous detail and composition, GJC. I like the different colors (especially the silver) and textures A winning shot.

18 Jan 2008 7:45am

martie from Japan

Absolutely a stunning point of view. Everything here is great. I love the blue roofs in Japan, and to see the roof and the detail of the temple -- fantastic!

18 Jan 2008 7:47am

dee from Innsbruck, Austria

Very interesting detail shot. Regarding the composition I agree with Justin.

18 Jan 2008 8:00am

eddy from Tehran, Iran

nice

18 Jan 2008 8:40am

Japanalia from Yokohama, Japan

I love them, too, these roofs! But it is very difficult to get a good picture of them...somehow I never seem satisfied.

18 Jan 2008 10:03am

Steven from Montreal, Canada

Love the contrast, perspective, and composition!

18 Jan 2008 10:53am

Lorraine from Gatineau, Canada

One Word: Majestic!

18 Jan 2008 12:42pm

Dhini from Dordrecht, Netherlands

Great detail of the roofs

18 Jan 2008 1:17pm

Reza from Montreal, Canada

Beautiful shot.

18 Jan 2008 3:40pm

Ina from Krugersdorp, South Africa

Great capture, like the colors.

18 Jan 2008 4:50pm

Calusarus from ST SORLIN EN VALLOIRE, France

Nice details for this roof.

18 Jan 2008 5:47pm

Oswegan from Lake Oswego, United States

I like these temple roof lines. They are very ornate.

19 Jan 2008 3:03am

Illuci from Hurdegaryp, Netherlands

Thanks for this nice view. I like the color combination silver-dark blue-goldish brown.

21 Jan 2008 7:56am

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