Notre Dame de nuit

A part of each of the 3 days I was in Paris was spent around this magnificent cathedral. There is so much to take in – the architectural detail, the flying buttresses, the stained glass, the sculptures, the gargoyles or chimerae, etc. – and that’s just the outside. This cathedral inspired Jean de Jandun (a French philosopher, theologian and political writer) to write “…I believe that this church offers the carefully discerning such cause for admiration that its inspection can scarcely sate the soul.” I definitely couldn’t get enough of this building. I don’t think you can get a sense from this jpeg of the fascinating details of this building. Thanks to a sturdy tripod and remote trigger, the raw and tiff files make me proud.

Wow....amazing scene with beautiful lighting. Take care,.................Patsy

Wow is right it is truly spectacular and I like the image of the overall scene......................BR, Holger

So appreciative of your noticing this image, Holger. Notice by an accomplished artist is so affirming.

very good

Thanks for the kind comment, Mehmet.

Hello Wayne, you have catched a good picture with a correct exposure for the lights. I was in Paris, about 8 years ago, and luckily I could see Notre Dame in all its splendor... Kind Regards, Rosario.

Thanks, Rosario. You've experienced this edifice so you know its affect on you.

Magnificent image of this cathedral. I appreciate the night vision, well shot

Many thanks, Herman. I came prepared with a tripod that night.

Great lighting effect, nicely captured.

Many thanks, Chris.

Fantastic low key picture of the iconic object, sepia suits it very well! My sincere compliments, Wayne! PDE

Many thanks, Pierre.

A beautiful image of the old lady at night still wearing her tiara [spire]. Sadly, this is now a piece of history... -Aina

Thanks, Aina. I spent a fair amount of time with the lady and glad I hauled around my tripod.

Exquisite. The perfectly composed and captured romantic, evocative moment. Bravíssimo! So are several other of your wonderful photos in your portfolio. I watch them often trying to learn and imagine your such a personal technique. All my best. DG

Many thanks, Daniel for you support and encouragement.