The Green Apple is Closed

What I find most intriguing about this shot is how light and some elements (black wire bench, door) create illusion of outside being inside and vice versa. I keep on trying to mentaly "move" the lamp and its shade "through" the window to complete the illusion. It is very much a feeling like those pictures of two faces that keep on turning into a vase and back. It may be just me ofcourse, but to me it is an awesome effect.

 

Even without it it would be hard not to agree with all the posters above that it is a beautiful shot, but with the inside/outside thing going on it is that much better.

This photo has a really nice, smooth and warm climate with a touch of nostalgia. It's well composed and well lit. The only thing that may be - in our opinion - improved is blurring it a little bit, for now the edges look unnaturally sharp.

Joe...you are so loved by your photo.net friends sometimes I wonder if there is need for one more comment. This one though I cannot leave without commenting on. First let me say that just like in painted art, value in a photograph is not necessary found in it's power of reflecting reality (at least for me) so not looking real is perfectly fine. I am surprised with the clarity in your image despite the low light, longer exposure and live model. I am really pleased with the way her hair and its texture seems to be part of the same color scheme as the store, mirroring that pleasant warm light. The shadows from the wire bench made this look like it was on the stage of a theatre. The closed sign makes all the difference in the world. Very nicely done!

Janusz, Bojan, Pawel & Grazyna, Diana -- Thank you so much for your very thoughtful comments. I read them with great appreciation.

WOW, Joe! I just want to add my voice to the deservedly loud chorus of praise for this image. Congratulations! Warm Regards, David

Very beautiful night composition.

Thanks so much for your generous comments.

Shop at night and pay nothing,is a saying we have here.That includes window shoppers and burglars as well!I like the atmosphere it creates.My regards.

A very nice shot, Joseph!

I love the tones and composition in this everyday moment!! Great Eye Joseph! Doug

Thanks so much for your comments. They're appreciated.

Fantastic warm tones. Excellent comp and lighting. Congrats

The composition is great, as you have included the closed-sign on the door. The light is warm and inviting... a really nice shot!

Excellent composition!!! Great colors!!

Beautiful light and colors, excellent composition! Best regards

Bravo. Well seen and well captured. It's this kind of photography that keeps most of us doing it (and spending money!).

I like this very much. The composition with her looking in ( s if longingly) at the items inside ( but the shop is closed), the warm orange tones & the texture are all perfect.

Nice rustic feel to this image. Like it very much.

 

Cheers!

Ken, Inger, Antanas, Catalin, David, cherlyn, Andrew -- Thank you for your thoughtful and generous comments. Much appreciated.

fantastic tones also the light look like magic.

Great Job

 

Best regards

Thanks for the kind words.

Magic! Tale atmosphere...Elena

Beautiful atmosphere in this photo,very nicely done! (Thanks for your comments)

Such an excellent street scene, congrats, is perfect!

Lovely composition and warm evening tones give the image a nice mood. Nice touch

having the sign "closed" showing. Kind Regards Andrea