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This is the second photo I've put in my portfolio that was taken within

the ancient church-complex in Lalibella, Ethiopia. There were only a

few shots ot be taken where modern protective roofs or scaffolding

didn't spoil the feel of the picture. These churches are all monolithic (i.e

carved from single boulders, not constructed) and Ethiopia often times

claims the site as the eighth wonder of the world. Most of the photos

of these areas that I have seen have no people in frame. The only

reason that my shot has some is that the townspeople were

handwashing every inch of every church in preparation for festivities.

I feel that this picture gives a sense of the enormity both of the building

itself and of the devotion required to climb on those rickety ladders and

wash it all. Feedback would be much appreciated. The picture was

shot on a Canon EOS 3000 with Ektachrome E100 VS slide film.

i'd not be on that ladder. Interesting shot

Great Shot of a fascinating location. The composition is dynamic and the people add a sense of scale and drama

Super shot, It very interesting how they secure the ladder with the ropes and the simple but effective construction. Great that you got a shot of the church with the people it makes it so much better. Thanks for the info and great shot with super colour and tones. Regards Carl