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UNDER The Bridge In The Land Down UNDER


UNDER The Bridge In The Land Down UNDER
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Copyright: Agoes SK (wieyos) Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1115 W: 43 N: 2145] (8970)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-05-16
Categories: Architecture
Camera: Pentax K20D, PENTAX SMC DA 18-55MM F/3.5-5.6 AL II
Exposure: f/6.7, 1/250 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Friday Theme 2008/10/03 "Under" [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-10-01 21:37
Viewed: 533
Points: 52
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Hi Folks,

Taking a break from a break, just to make sure not to miss this week's theme of "Under".

The term Down Under is a colloquialism referring to Australia and occasionally New Zealand. It locates Australia as "the land down under" because it lies totally within the southern hemisphere.

Despite the term's widespread international usage, it has been less commonly or rarely used by Australians themselves. The persistence of the media's use of the term has led to its wider embrace and usage.

The Men at Work song "Down Under" became an instantly recognisable, patriotic rallying song - even though the writer of the song, Colin Hay, is Scottish.

Australia's most famous boxing champion, Kostya Tszyu, was also nicknamed "The Thunder From Down Under".

According to Roger Ebert, "No film set in Australia is allowed to use the word Australia in its title where "Down Under" is an acceptable alternative. For example, we don't get The Rescuers in Australia or Quigley in Australia." (from wikipedia).

About the bridge:

The Sydney Harbour Bridge is a steel arch bridge across Sydney Harbour that carries rail, vehicular and pedestrian traffic between the Sydney central business district (CBD) and the North Shore. The dramatic view of the bridge, the harbour, and the nearby Sydney Opera House is an iconic image of both Sydney and Australia. The bridge is locally nicknamed The Coathanger because of its arch-based design, although this usage is less prevalent than it once was.

The bridge was designed and built by Dorman Long and Co Ltd, Middlesbrough, Teesside and was the city's tallest structure until 1967.

According to Guinness World Records, it is the world's widest long-span bridge and its tallest steel arch bridge, measuring 134 metres (429.6 ft) from top to water level. It is also the fourth-longest spanning-arch bridge in the world. (from wikipedia).


Thanking you in advance for viewing and your kind words.

Agoes
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WOW impresive view, great details, the sky colors very impresive. TFS

Lovely perspective, Agoes! 2 of the most famous landmark in one good POV. I like the details and colors, especially the vivid blues.
TFS,
Freddie :)

You framed the orchestra very well Agoes
Dennis

Agoes,

kau kasih explain dorang bah kenapa kau awal post ne pic.. sa rasa ada yg nda suka tu.. at least dorang mengerti bah.. ada bah kena sebut diforum tu ari..

bah cantik lagi subject kau ne di jambatan Sydney. sa rasa ada yg mau buat istilah down under ko ne.. apa pon good one.. tfs..

regards, nong

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  • AndroK Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor [C: 1465 W: 23 N: 0] (11700)
  • [2008-10-01 22:41]

Hi Agoes...
Beautiful perspective...
Beautiful view...
Regards...
Andro

hello..
wow... wonderful places to be, the bridge and the color of sky blue, very good shot ...
thank for sharing...........

Hi Agoes.

Very nice photo. GREAT pov, nice colors and contrast. TFS!

If you havent already, come and check my gallery. There's everything for everyone! :-)

Greetings.
David

Hello Agoes,

A truly impressive shot!
A very well chosen viewpoint which leads the eye comfortably across the water from the safety of this imposing structure.
I like how you have managed to include that other very recognisable icon as a diminutive!
Beautifully clear and well composed!

Kind regards,
Bev :-)

Hello Agoes,
I would assume that any photo from Australia would qualify for this week's theme. And you have yourself a double entry with this shot. Lovely composition, tech details are superb, and what a lovely view of Sydney's main attractions from under the bridge. Regards...Danilo

Very nice perspective, Agoes. Great POV and
wonderful colors, my friend. An educational
note too. Well done job as usual, Agoes!
TFS :o)

Abraços,
Bruno

Hi Agoes,
The Harbou Bridge always brings back my nice memories of Sydney. Thanks for posting this. :)
Its structure is amazing, well captured from an excellent POV. You chose a good angle to present the Opera House as well. Sharp and clear image.
Best wishes,
Kristof

Hi Agoes,
Very nice landscape my friend. I love the POV with the angle of the bridge against the opposite shoreline. Good sharpness and saturated colours. Nicely composed. Congrats!
Thomas

Very nicely composed shot of the bridge... great POV, lighting, and tones. TFS

Larry

hi there, amazing post, fine details with incredible colors and a nice point of view, well done, nice to view,
tfs,
scott

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  • RSK Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 511 W: 131 N: 965] (7050)
  • [2008-10-02 9:48]

Nice work Agoes,two down unders for the price of one. I would have preferred that this composition with the Sydney harbour bridge & the famous Sydney Opera House had been taken with a more detailed f stop say f/16 so that the Opera House would be in more detail.In this instance I guess the main subject & focus was the bridge & you certainly have caught the detail there.
TFS

Ron

nice architecture. like your background.
that includes that famous opera house.
good lighting and your sky is perfect.
well done.
y2koSan

Hello Agoes,
Impressive POV to be able to get both iconic images in one shot.
The perspective of the bridge is perfect!
Very clear, saturated colours and lighting.
Very informative notes.
have a good WE,
Joni

Hello Agoes

Love the double use of the theme title here :-)

Nice sharp detail on this shot with a good POV and excellent colour saturation.

TFS and for joining in the theme

kind regards Helen

Sorry for the delayed visit its taking forever to load pages

Hi Agoes,

This image fit perfect the theme. Nice vivid blue colors and details of the bridge.
Excellent POV and perspective.

Mario

Hello Agoes.
You sure makes your statement 'UNDER'.
Excellent looking picture with all the ingedients in it.
Perfect for the theme.
Terima Kasih.
Jan

Selamat Hari Raya from beautiful Malaysia. This is jut brilliant work from under the bridge. The opera house sits well on the sweet spot against the saturated blue sky. Excellent contribution to the theme and very well done. Best regards. Jusni

Hello Agoes! Amazing bridge and wonderful opera. Good POV, very good composition. Original work. Good luck!

Superb interpretation for the theme. Very nice. Well done.
Best wishes,
Achim

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  • EOSF1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1487 W: 123 N: 2164] (19797)
  • [2008-10-06 9:46]

Hello Agoes, excellent pov on this beautiful shot! It's a beautiful image and the technique used was fantastic. Thanks!

Mario

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  • Janice Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3265 W: 267 N: 7730] (32968)
  • [2008-10-07 1:07]

Good shot of the Sydney Harbour Bridge Agoes. The city and Opera House stand out well.
Good shot for the theme UNDER...
TFS
Janice

Hi Agoes...great perspective in this shot...nice work....great details.

Roger

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