Armenia: Strategic POV Photo

Photographer’s Note

"Copyright © – Attila Szili.
The reproduction, publication, modification, transmission or exploitation of any work contained herein for any use, personal or commercial, without my prior written permission is strictly prohibited. All rights reserved."

While looking for the best pov possible, I found this lonely local man, who was occupying it. He was admiring the view when I arrived and had no intention to move from there, so I decided to include him also in the frame, adding to the picture also a "human touch" (:D.

On the picture we can see the Tatev monastery, located in south-eastern Armenia, in the Syunik region.
The Monastery was founded in the 4th century and reconstructed in the 9th and 10th centuries. It was an important administrative religious center, since from the early Middle Ages the Tatev archdiocese owned 47 villages and another 677 villages paid taxes to Tatev. The Tatev village itself was granted to Tatev archdiocese in 844 and it belonged to the church till 1912. The monastery had also a university active in the 14th and 15th centuries. It was built on a strategically advantageous location, on a kind of rocky peninsula formed by a deep river gorge, with steep slopes. Detailed infos about the monastery, here.

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kiwi_explorer (12195) 2007-09-22 1:36

Hi Attila,
Very good POV ... one would think that the castle is not that big ... it is like an illusion. The scenery is beautiful and you composed it well. But what I find excellent in this compo is your technique. Well done! tfs and have a nice weekend.
Cheers,
Renier

carlab (2087) 2007-09-22 1:38

it's fantastic! very beautiful place
ciao
Carla

macondo (13165) 2007-09-22 2:40

A lovely shot, Attila. You're right about the man in this shot, and I also like the line of shadow across the foreground. The man adds to the sense of depth and distance in this one. Beautiful clear capture of the monastery. Well done.
Regards,
Andrew

MarcT (21103) 2007-09-22 2:43

Hi Attile,
Nice POV with a spectator of this castle being your subject.
Well composed, and framed. Now this monastery has even more a human dimension.
Regards

bostankorkulugu (33714) 2007-09-22 2:53

the monastery looks really amazing... we have many armenian monasteries in the eastern anatolia looking almost the same... the setting is also breathtaking... including the man in the compo was a good choice i think attila... what is that long shadow behind him? another man?

all the best my friend

korkut

rigoletto (26424) 2007-09-22 3:44

Ha ha!
Funny note with the "human touch" :))
He is surely aware of where the best POV is, and also knows the value of that POV :)
I would surely not intend to go awy for the sake of an unknown photographer :P
Thanks for introducing this amazing place in Armenia.
Cheers,
Deniz

siolaw (25794) 2007-09-22 3:57

Hi Attila,
The man provided you with a good foreground to give strong sense of depth and distance to the compo. Framing is perfect and shows the monastery and its surroundings in a nice way. The light and colors are fine, sharp details... nice to see the difference with the more rocky background mountains and valley.
Good job as always
Laurent

lctan (1057) 2007-09-22 4:16

HI,
indeed a very great pov. great composition and i think adding the man gives this photo an even better perspective
LC

asajernigan (14200) 2007-09-22 5:22

Attila,
This is a great shot with an outstanding POV. The inclusion of the man in the foreground is great Showing us his view of the monastery leads to nice composition. The lighting and colors are great with nice sharpness and DOF.
TFS,
Asa

vincz (19043) 2007-09-22 5:47

This is a fantastic view and including the person to make us realize how great this POV is is a great idea. We can really feel being there enjoying the marvelous sight. Great work.

Bruno40 (6440) 2007-09-22 6:48

Hi Attila,
Excellnt POV and "human" composition.
Glad to see you again.
Cheers
jorge

lestans (15474) 2007-09-22 7:08

Ciao Attila!
bellissima immagine, al figura dell'uomo assume una posizione curva che sottolinea la forma del muro intorno al monastero. Poi c' è tanto tanto spazio, la valle... è un'immagine incantevole
Livia

nursez (1903) 2007-09-22 9:27

Hi Atilla,
this view remind me of a man who is looking at a fairy tale.Tatev monastery looks beautiful,TFS.

gilou530 (35422) 2007-09-22 14:03

hello attila
I will have liked to be in the place of this man and to admire such a landscape, plays of shade and light signal, beautiful image well done
friendships
gilbert

Emile (20017) 2007-09-22 14:47

Hola Attila.
Very well captured with an excellent POV, the presence of the man resting on the grass give a great depth to your shot. Beautiful monastery, beautiful view, beautiful shot.
Very well done, TFS.
Best regards.

Cricri (43304) 2007-09-23 6:54

Hi Attila,
Belle présence du monsieur qui comtemple le monatére et ces alentours, ça donne une image encore plus reposante, trés belle lumiéres et couleurs de l'ensemnle, trés belle réalisation
Have a nice sunday for you
cricri

Greg1949 (8511) 2007-09-23 7:03

Attila, Great shot, wonderful pov. I am not sure about the man in the fg but the monastery and the landscape is gorgeous and wonderfully captured.

Greg

sothy81 (8536) 2007-09-23 8:11

Very beautiful shot. I love the perspective you captured here where you placed a man sentimenting over the place he is sitting. Look so romantic. The place is just beautiful. I love it. Little castle, very nice architecture. This is what I call learning the world thru photography. Well done Attila. Looking forward to seeing your next photos. Sothy

syd1946 (17931) 2007-09-23 9:01

Hello Attila,
I can this man in front...I can stay for a long here to admire the view and this magical monastery!
As for the photo,it is an excellent capture seem to taken from the best point as you mentioned to your title.We can enjoy the whole view,enjoy the natural colors and beautiful light...

wishes,
Thomas

Scharan (13955) 2007-09-23 9:54

Olá Attila

Com um cenário como esse quem não passaria horas assim...contemplando toda esta beleza. Lindo trabalho Atus, bela composição, parabéns.
GA
Vera

Budapestman (42328) 2007-09-23 10:51

Szia Attila!
Erről a kilátópontról - és a látványról - az első nyers gondolatom az volt, hogy be**arás, milyen gyönyörű. Szebben és mívesebben fogalmazva mesés panorámát tártál itt elénk, az előtérben tartózkodó férfiú laza és merengő testhelyzetét látva pedig az jutott eszembe, engem valószínűleg úgy vonszolnának el innen, ha engedném. A kép kompozíciója tökéletes: a fantasztikus helyszín és a férfi elragadtatott testtartása nagyon erőteljes hangulatot ad a képnek, szinte kényszeríti a nézőt, hogy önmagát is a képélménybe helyezze, mintha ott kucorogna a férfi mögött, a csendes-boldog pillanatban. Azt hiszem, ennek a képnek az esetében valóban itt kellett megállítani a pillanatot, hogy többször újra és újra átélhető legyen, annyira gyönyörű és olyannyira bensőséges atmoszférájú. Egyszerűen REMEK fotó.
Gratulálok és szép tájakat Kívánok!
Gyuri

UI. csak azért nem lett kedvencem, mert elértem a fránya százas határt.

Így tiszteletbeli kedvenc: *

axiotea (16171) 2007-09-23 11:40

Hi Attila
Indeed a very good POV ! I like the relax posture of the man who can contemplate the beautiful monastery well positioned in the image, and its surroundings under a pleasant light.
Cheers
Marilyn

Gerrit (35937) 2007-09-23 11:53

Hi Attila,
fine pictture showing this wonderful view and the man relaxed enjoying it, Great idea. And what a magnificient building.

Regards, Gerrit

paura (38742) 2007-09-23 12:46

Attila,
This is really a nice POV and composition from this interesting castle. Beautiful the rock formation in the background.

Paulo

Tue (25608) 2007-09-23 12:56

Hej Attila,
I find the man a great inclusion, like he lies in the grass here in the foreground. And you both were right, this is a beautiful POV for the view of the monastery. Also the rocks in the background are great. The light is pleasing as well. Good work!
Regards,
Lars

alvaraalto (5245) 2007-09-23 14:26

Hi Atilla,
I like the way you bring the human measure in this picture by the placing the spectator in front of the scene.
He is looking with us to a very interesting scene.
Groet Rob

edytungkal (4519) 2007-09-23 19:24

Hello Attila,
A very nice point of view with a historic monastery on below and nice mountain view as BG. Placing the man on FG still a good idea for showing the depth of your picture. The quality and colours are excellent, thanks for showing this wonderful place..

daniel

John_F_Kennedy (31671) 2007-09-23 23:39

This is a beautiful composition you have been able to obtain here. The colours are perfect. Well done.
Best wishes,
Achim

AiresSantos (42440) 2007-09-24 0:07

Hi my friend,
I agree with you about the strategic POV.
Excellent perspective of this Monastery.
Perfect colours, sharpness and light
Thanks and have a nice week
Aires

danos (32812) 2007-09-24 6:09

Hello Attila,
A first rate panoramic capture of the Tatev monastery with the light that fall on it to make known.Extraordinary the sharpness and the clarity.The man looking at the monastery,i think, steal the show and create perspective in your shot.Very informative your note too.Well done Attila.

Regards,Danos

Jakab (3472) 2007-09-24 7:07

Szia Attila!
Nagyon tiszta lehet arra felé a levegő, a színek alig érzékeltetik a távolságot. Csuda helyeken járkáltál megint!
Üdv
Laci

CRATEOS (7274) 2007-09-24 8:09

differant but is also good to have in this the humann touch...giving the feeling of distance...and easy some he can put himself in his position...the view is unuse to see and is real beauty...tfs my frend...original presentation...!!!!

nf

sayat (2944) 2007-09-24 10:46

Dear Attila,
This is one of the best Tatev shots I've ever seen. The human element makes it unique and the colors, light and sharpness are fantastic. A perfect shot, amazing. Great job.

meyerd (1498) 2007-09-24 11:50

Hi Attila,
what a wonderful and well composed view of Tatev monastery, my congratulations! I did'nt visit Tatev at my last bicycle visit in Armenia, but you make me want to go again.
My best regards,
Dietrich

devimeuxbe (56012) 2007-09-24 12:46

Hi Attila
excellent idea to get such a cropping. The man in front of the nice landscape is nice.
Well done
Bertrand

cfreire (11647) 2007-09-24 17:21

Hi, Attila.
Great capture and perspective. You've managed well about it. Beautiful, different and amazing composition. Well done !! Best Regards, Consuelo.

Angshu (33877) 2007-09-24 21:00

Hello Attila
This is a very beautiful shot. What I love is how you've captured this image with the man seemingly enjoying the beauty of the monastery while in a relaxed posture. It's a privilege to see your pictures from which we learn so much about the world. Excellent shot!
Regards
Angshu

dip (12690) 2007-09-25 0:03

Hi Attila,
beautiful place,interesting architecture of the monastery,it seems very massive,made only from one material,
well done!
Dimitris.

wishlist (4133) 2007-09-25 1:22

Attila,
il local man piazzato li secondo me ti ha fatto proprio un gran piacere per il risultato, ottimo, che hai ottenuto con questa composizione. Il luogo sembra incantevole, ancor di piu' se si da una occhiata al link di riferimento che hai postato. Risultato finale eccellente con una compo ben bilanciata, un gran pov e una buona qualita' finale del tutto!
Buona giornata

Igor

josepmarin (33861) 2007-09-25 7:09

Hi Attila,
you have taken advantage of the opportunity well to catch this man enjoying this magnificent sight while you looked for a good POV. And you have obtained a good frame, with a touch of subjectivity and a view towards the monastery and the valley really fantastic, with much depth of image.
Excellent work.
Best regards,
Josep

Henryk_Bilor (20367) 2007-09-25 10:15

Hi Attila
Great point of view. Composition with the man looking at the monastery. Good light and colours.
Regards

anesugur (16930) 2007-09-25 13:22

Hi Attila,
Beautiful place, very nice light, colors and very good POV.
Very well done.
Best regards. Uğur

ahmetgedikli (21968) 2007-09-25 19:38

Hi Attila,
Very nice architecture and good POV. The sharpness and light are superb.
Well done.
Ahmet

Graal (58267) 2007-09-26 2:52

Jó napot Attila,
unusual place and view on the monastery, fine composition with of man on FG. Interesting history and informations. Well quality. I like it.
Gr., Aleksander

Silvio1953 (42237) 2007-09-26 12:02

Ciao Attila, hai ragione, great POV!
Bella l'idea di inserire l'uomo disteso che sim gode la splendida vista di questa meravigliosa architettura in uno scenario da favola, bravo, a presto, ciao Silvio

kermit350 (8988) 2007-09-26 12:48

Hello Attila, the monastery of Tatev on are rock headland ideally is well emphasized in order to justify are title Stratégique, a great photographic quality enables us to see of them all the details, Belle luminosity which shows us the richness of his architecture and it is a good thing which this human reference mark for increased the depth in the sight, sincerely...................Hello Attila, le monastère de Tatev sur sont promontoire rocheux est idéalement bien mis en valeur afin de justifier sont titre Stratégique, une grande qualité photographique nous permet d'en voir tous les détails,
Belle luminosité qui nous montre la richesse de son architecture et c’est une bonne chose que ce repère humain pour augmenté la profondeur dans la vue, bien amicalement

jean11-3 (2799) 2007-09-26 13:20

Hello Attila,the monastery does not look real set on the hillside as it is.I think your decision to have the man in the shot was a good one.The composition is very good showing us all the surrounding landscape.
TFS, regards Jean.

ocskaymarci (2508) 2007-09-27 11:02

Szia Attila!
Micsoda látvány!! A kompozícióról nem is beszélve! Az ilyen "véletlen" lehetőségek, mint itt a fekvő ember hatalmas előnyt jelenthetnek. Az ember először bosszankodik rajta, aztán rájön, hogy ez így sokkal jobb. Az aláírásod is a lehető legmegfelelőbb helyre került a lehető legmegfelelőbb formában. :)
Esetleg a színek lehetnének egy kicsit erősebbek.
Minden jót! Üdv,
Marci

u.i.: Le merném fogadni, hogy a következő képed Azebajdzsánból lesz! :D

toto (18731) 2007-09-27 21:36

Belle photo de ce chateau et cette place fortifiée, belle vue d' ensemble due a cette position stratégique élevée.Position stratégique de cet observateur aussi,jolies couleurs et bons détails bien nets. Amitiés Thomas
je reviens

stego (22376) 2007-09-28 14:38

Hi Atus,
It is indeed a very well chosen POV, that allowed you a great compo, showing the monastery in context, with the surrounding deep valleys.
It's not that bad that you had to include the man in the photo. It makes easier to us imagining how pleasant it must be being there enjoying the view.
Regards, José.

delic (6735) 2007-09-29 16:16

Hello Attila,
The view of the monastery is fantastic. I also like the idea of having the local admirer in the foreground for all the reasons stated above. Basically, his presence adds some story and avoids the picture from being a mere snapshot. I just wish he was dressed up better :). Regards,
Hakan

balatrek (7419) 2007-09-30 1:55

Hi Attila,

You are right, the POV of this image is taken from a strategic point of view, the landscape is impressive and the person of close-up improves that perspective giving more depth in the scene, a wonderful place and a great work, congratulations.

Regards
José

pablominto (40958) 2007-10-05 11:47

Hello Attila,
It is interesting to see how the monastery were build with strong defence qualities, a stronghold of power!
A fine composition from a good point of view, well second best then, hehehe...
Great angle of light adds a fine feeling of depth in the srchitecture!
Greetings,
Pablo -

Wanda1 (11003) 2007-10-06 22:32

Hi Attila,
A well chosen point of view from behind the man gives us a feeling of exactly what he is seeing. A spectacular view with great details an dbeautiful scenery. Very nice composition with the man included.
Regards
Wanda

rakeshgupta (2670) 2007-10-07 6:38

Hi Attila,
It is great picture of this ancient monastery. It looks well preserved and its location is proving it very safe location both from people and the nature too.
Good POV and good decision to include this man.
Thanks for sharing.
Rakesh

JCG (25531) 2007-10-07 7:38

Hi Attila,

It is true that the sight is superb of this cape. I like the inclusion of this man who seems to delight in the panorama.
Good management of colors and light. Thank you for the note and the internet link. Region to be discovered.

With all my friendships,

Jean-Charles

vinicio (22416) 2007-10-07 23:00

Copione!... ma almeno non gli hai ritoccato la pelata, sembra la mia... :)

Bel posto, il monastero bello e la valle e la natura intorno anche, il tizio ne aveva di cose da vedere e godere.
Ottima la foto con bella composizione e vista sul monastero e la valle, l'avrei solo scaldata un pelo con un filtro caldo, per recuperare un poco le mura del monastero, ma è questione di gusti.

Buona settimana
Ciao
Vinicio

crisnique (857) 2007-10-08 8:46

Ciao Attila,
I must say that including the "human touch" was really clever from you and makes your image very interesting and unusual!
Bravo, Cristian

Mistral (13694) 2007-10-08 14:08

Ciao Attila,
è bello scorrere la tua galleria e leggere lu tue guide (più che solo "note").
Hai visitato Georgia e Armenia due paesi che mi affascinano... mi piacerebbe sapere qual'è stata la tua sensazione a riguardo del contatto con la gente e se durante tutto il viaggio c'erano da prendere precauzioni sulla sicurezza.
Quanto alla foto, perfettamente ben eseguita anche se mi dicono che hai rubato la macchina a qualcuno... :-)
Un sorriso.
Luca

giorgimer (21322) 2007-10-11 23:58

Ciao Attila,

è un posto straordinario, splendida architettura e splendida natura. L'inclusione dell'uomo in primo piano crea un effetto particolare. L'edificio sembra in miniatura.

Complimenti

Gio

daddo (11381) 2007-10-12 5:02

Zdravo Attila. A serene place, remote and an ideal spot for a life of contemplation. The man seems to be mesmerized and who wouldn't be. Great PoV, details, colour and light. The "human touch" is very human, thinning hair and all. His relaxed posture befits the ambiance. Regards. Klaudio.

edal (6581) 2007-10-12 12:57

Hi Attila!
It's a great view from this pov. I like the firm rock structure of the monastery and the mountains. Fantastic colors!
Anton

Vato_Law (11682) 2007-10-14 14:24

Hello Attila,
Well if you can't ride of them then join them, I think the expressions says more and less this, and this is what you made here including this man on your photo.
Besides him and his positioning which is curious, i like the bird eye view on the monastery and surrounding mountains.
I just wonder how many hours it takes to get out of there and get to the next village or city, as it seems so isolated from everything.
Cheers.
Paulo

rbcy1974 (20744) 2007-11-21 3:52

Hello Atila
THis is a great capture,
I think the mans red shirt adds a welcome change in the colour scheme of the photo, plus I find that the sharpness and definition of the details is wonderful
Well done
Regards
Daniel

snowfalken (1108) 2007-12-13 7:05

Hello Attila,

A very beautiful composition lays in front of this man! I like both the view and the Tatev monastery. Great exposure in spite of the strong sunlight! Great job! Thank you!

With Friendly Regards,
Eddie

mpetrovic (1479) 2008-03-24 8:09

absolute perfection in all photographic details. I must say, I rarely find some photo which has all the elements close to perfect, as this one is the one. Therefore, added it into my favorites. Great work, and actually, this shot left me speechless.
marko