Most Photographed Church in New Zealand

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Most Photographed Church in New Zealand
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Copyright: Janice Dunn (Janice) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3069 W: 209 N: 6383] (25289)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-04-12
Categories: Daily Life, Architecture
Camera: Canon EOS 30D, Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM
Exposure: f/14.0, 1/100 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Travelogue: South Island Holiday 2008
Theme(s): South Island NZ Holiday [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-04-19 22:20
Viewed: 361
Points: 54
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Church of the Good Shepherd
Lake Tekapo

The Church of the Good Shepherd was built in 1935 to the glory of God as a memorial to the pioneers of the Mackenzie Country.

Congregations of the three main faiths, by Anglicans Presbyterian and Catholic, worship regularly in the Church, which offers awe inspiring views of the lake and mountains through the altar window.

The church at Lake Tekapo was designed by Christchurch architect R.S.D. Harman, based on sketches by a local artist, Esther Hope.

The church is arguably one of the most photographed in New Zealand, and features an altar window that frames stunning views of the lake and mountains.

I will post a photo of the view from the church tomorrow

Note the clouds ‘rolling in’ on the hills in the background. They seemed to do that each afternoon – and then stayed there until mid-morning the next day. No rain, just lovely hot sunny days but frosty mornings – wonderful place to stay for a holiday.

The sun was starting to set when I took this photo, and the colours were beginning to change quite dramatically.
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Hi,Janice,
It seems to be an applealing shot and place. I like your POV and the inclusion of part of the bank line.
You've manage to hint the church wall texture.
A perfect place for a WE holiday.
TFS
Valerka:)

Hello Janice!
Great composition here my friend!
i love the sky and the mountains behind...
Congratulations!

Ollie DLC

hello Janice,

oh wow this is so beautiful.. what a breathaking view.. the Church, rocks, hills, water, grasses all look lovely.. excellent composed with fine sharpness and detail.. well done..

regards, terry

Nice light of the morning, very nice landscape.
Jean

Hi Janice
Lovely quiet landscape and realy beautiful image
I like this view
TFs
Cheers,Braca

Hi Janice

This church and scene looks very familar. ;-)

Glad you had a wonderful holiday. Looks like the weather was great too. TFS.

Martyn

A very beautiful setting for this church. I love the scenery! I hope you have more showing the whole church, it looks very nice. TFS

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  • puffy Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2029 W: 135 N: 2987] (16248)
  • [2008-04-20 0:46]

Hello my dear friend,

Lovely shot, great sunny day, nice colours and composition, I like the textures of the church! Nice captured, :D


Have a nice day,

Cheers,
Sweety

Hi Janice, It is indeed! Very good POV with warm late afternoon light. Nice detail in the F/G. Well done!TFS. Pat.

Hello Janice.
Lovely scenery with great light. I like the rocks on the first plan and colour of the water.
TFS
Wojciech

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  • Janone Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3176 W: 67 N: 2300] (16413)
  • [2008-04-20 3:43]

Hello janice.
Sure a glorious Church, but the landscape scene is very beautiful too.
Tfs.
Kia ora en groeten van Jan

Hi Janice

Beautiful landscape.
Great composition and POV.
Beautiful light and colours.
Well done.

Regards Derek

I know why it is the most photographed church there...well just look at the view to the left, it's just great, and so it the photo with it.

Tom

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  • ttreen Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1542 W: 112 N: 3416] (13685)
  • [2008-04-20 6:44]

Hello Janice
I can see why! The light here is amazing on the old church.. what a view... like in your notes it really looks like the best vacation spot!

Tricia

good warm colours, nicely framed, fine depth
regards
jo

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  • Silke Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3107 W: 253 N: 5670] (21202)
  • [2008-04-20 10:02]

Wonderful composition and lovely light
TFS
silke

I prefer to have the house inside

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  • Beger Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2899 W: 528 N: 3093] (13828)
  • [2008-04-20 11:42]

Hi Janice,
You rendered the ambiance of this beautiful place with maestra!
Excellent color, textures and sharpness. I should be pleasant to be there for walking and strolling around this nice church! Bravo! Annie

What a view Janice! lovely sunlight! great picture!
LuDivine

Hi Janice..beautifully composed landscape..great balance, tones and details.

Roger

Hello Janice,

A wonderful place, excellent captured. I like very much the composition and the colors and the warm light are great. TFS
Best regards,
Sorin

Hi Janice,
Beautiful place,very good composition,good sun light.
Best regards,
Ralf

Hi Janice, I think with a view like that the congregation would have a hard time concentrating. A beautiful image, the lovely soft light again, good colour and well composed. TFS,
David

Many thanks for your comment on ‘Evil Eyes’

Hi Janice,
A well balanced composition, bright colours and an awesome view!
Hans

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  • jackal Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 151 W: 1 N: 82] (1256)
  • [2008-04-21 15:54]

Beautiful shot of the church Janice, the composition and lighting are first class
very nice
Jack

Hi Janice.
Very nice view..
Looks very lovely place..
Good use of light and colours..
Good job..
TFS..
Vaibhav..

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  • korbee Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 748 W: 0 N: 472] (6951)
  • [2008-04-23 12:02]

Hi Jan.incredible light and emtyness in this great scene.
jan

Hi Janice, great composition with splendid landscape and lovely church, wonderful soft colors and good sharpness, very well done, ciao Silvio

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