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Sunset In The Scottish Borders


Sunset In The Scottish Borders
Photo Information
Copyright: Robin Chapman (RobinChapman) Silver Note Writer [C: 1 W: 0 N: 34] (207)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-03-19
Camera: Nikon D80, AF-S DX VR Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G
Exposure: f/4.5, 1/60 seconds
Details: Tripod: Yes
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-03-19 12:56
Viewed: 463
Favorites: 1 [view]
Points: 28
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
View Taken From Hawick (pronunciation - ˈhoik) Hawick is a town in the Scottish Borders in the south east of Scotland. It is most well-known for its annual Common Riding, which combines the annual riding of the boundaries of the town's common land with the commemoration of a victory of local youths over an English raiding party in 1514. In March 2007 this was described by the Rough Guide tourism guide as one of the best parties in the world. BBC News

It is one of the furthest towns from the sea in Scotland, in the heart of Teviotdale and the largest town in the former county of Roxburghshire. It is also known for quality knitwear production and as the home of Hawick Rugby Football Club, one of the world's oldest and most famous sides. Another favourite sport in the town is Bowls. There are three clubs; Wilton, Hawick and Buccleuch, each holding a long span of history.

People from Hawick call themselves "Teries", after a traditional song which includes the line "Teribus ye teri odin".

Hawick lies in the valley of the Teviot at the point where the River Slitrig joins it. The A7 Edinburgh to Carlisle road passes through the town, with main roads also leading to Berwick-upon-Tweed (the A698) and Newcastle-upon-Tyne (the A6088, which joins the A68 at the Carter Bar, 16 miles (26 km) south-east of Hawick). The town lost its rail service in 1969, but there is a regular bus service to the railway station at Carlisle, 42 miles (68 km) away. The nearest airports are at Edinburgh and Newcastle.

Rivalry between the small Border towns is generally played out on the rugby union field and the comical historical antagonism continues to this day, Hawick's main rival being the similarly-sized town of Galashiels.

Hawick has distinctive sandstone buildings with slate roofs. These can be seen close to the A7.

Hawick's French twin town is Bailleul, in the Nord département.

Info: Wikipedia

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Hi Robin,

Beautiful landscape. The clouds are impressive!

regards,
Gerard

That a beautiful shot, love the rich tones. Nice composition. A big dark, but i think it brings more drama to this shot.

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  • zomik Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 217 W: 64 N: 229] (2928)
  • [2008-03-19 13:36]

Hi Robin,
Wonderful photograph!
The fantastic view, super POV, very romantic. And wonderful muted colours.
Congratulations!
Zofia

Hello Robin!
Beautiful landscape, I love it!
Even the wired fence doesn't spoil the picture. A magnificent shot.
Best regards, Maria

very nice view......tfs.... :-)

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  • Reflex Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 403 W: 270 N: 139] (3122)
  • [2008-03-19 15:21]

Great shot Robin ! Very nice colours and light ! well captured !
Jean

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  • Fid Silver Star Critiquer/Silver Note Writer [C: 36 W: 0 N: 16] (202)
  • [2008-03-19 17:53]

Hi Robin,

I like the smooth pic there. Nice scenery.

TFS!

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  • Texan Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor [C: 524 W: 49 N: 1] (24)
  • [2008-03-19 18:52]

Nice use of line and soft color in this picture that make it work the clouds are a nice touch as well.

Hi Robin.
Very beautiful composition , good light.Congratulation.
Best regards,
Ralf

Hi Robin,
WOW !!! Excellent photo.
Marvellous landscape.
Your photo is very neat, pure and natural.
The colors are just WONDERFUL.
Great job.
Congratulations,
Stephane.

Hi Robin

Wow.
What a huge range of colours - both in the sky and the different fields.
Good depth to the photo too.
What a view.

Karen

Hi Robin

Very nice sunset, like the cloud formation and colours.
Well captured.

Regards Derek

Hi Robin,
Fantastic photo! Great tones and mood. You've composed, exposed, and processed perfectly!

-JD

simply stunning, now you can teach me!
love the PS work on the sky

Rob

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