THE MEVLEVI WAY. (Please view larger).

No control over the lighting and flash was not allowed.Sufi Group of Istanbul Galata Mevlevi Lodge, performing in Hodjapasha Art and Culture Centre.

You have captured them nicely.Glorious movement.Available light benefited the image and I think flash would harm the atmosphere.We plan to see them as well this summer.

''We take from God and we give to Man''.The right hand is turned upwards the head is tilted towards it and the left hand is turned downwards.'' Is one thing to look at a still picture Photi and is another to hear the music and the chant..Is a very moving experience. Hope you enjoy it too this summer.

I think it is wonderful as it is. The upheld hands compliment the arches in the background. The soft light works wonder. Rgds.

You are very kind in your critique Jahanti, thanks for that.

Thanks.

these kind shots are very difficult to take....you made excellent work here...congrats.regards.

Wonderful light, colours and mood. Great photo in very difficult light conditions. Regards, Stamoulis.

 

P.S. I apologize for your "lost" comment but I have to make that changes. I really remember and appreciate your comments. You are allways invited to write your words, but numbers better no.

Very elegant & original photo. Excellent motion image & wonderful correspondence between body positions & wall elements. Ciao, Alx

Thank you Mehmet and Stamouli for taking the time.

Alex your analysis is most impressive my friend. A big thank you since I know how time consuming it is to do.

exceptional capture and light, you have reflected the mood to max, another excellent image and thank you for taking such beautiful images of Istanbul and its historical places and traditions.

Wonderful moment,atmosphere and rich colours..congrats.Thanks for sharing..

I like it..

Wonderful light, colorplay, DOF, exposure and the composition. As always fantastic. Rgds.

A wonderful comp. and capture.. One hand up and the other down.. turning like butterflies which wants to reach light.. OB

Thank you dear friends. Your comments are greatly appreciated.

Arches, spinning, rapture--haven't I seen this somewhere before?

Amusing work, there is so little light and yet the image is so crisp.

Wonderful capture Dimitris! I like it ! Take care