2009 wooden boat show The Menina - (pls view larger)

The Menina was one of the largest of all the Wooden Sailboats....it had just been restored by another company that attentded the show. Your comments are appreciated, many thanks, Gail

This was a particularly long boat....many people around it most of the

time..had a tough time getting a really good full shot of it....but it has it

merits as it was very skillfully restored.....comments, welcome...sincerely

Gail

Nice composition and light,colours and details.

 

I wish to be wealthy,to buy one of this and turn around the world and taking many shots!

 

Regards(Bobby).

Accurate exposure and natural color tones.

A well spotted theme Gail nicely captured.

 

Nice vertical composition. Gail. I like the colors, details and contrast. Excellent shot! Regards

Nice! Best regards, Ilkka

Gail: Very good color, but I think the arm and hand detract from the overall quality. Tom

Yea you're right....I'll try to get at that...got a bit of cloning to do...tnks for pointing that out....sincerely, Gail

You are both so very kind in your critique...I appreciate your time and honesty...sincerely, Gail

You know how much I respect your opinion....exposure has been 'tricky' for me...and this particular day, I had read up more on 'settings' in my camera. It was not until I saw them on my computer screen - that I could truly see this...Thank you so much for your support.....it is so appreciated...sincerely, Gail

Another outstanding addition to this well exposed and composed series, again very sharp image and very well presented, thank you again my friend for sharing all of this lovely work and wishing you all of the best.

Great detail shot of this wonderful old wooden boat. You are doing a very good work here Gail in documenting these old ladies. Love the details and true colors. Thanks for sharing. Take good care and all the best from Jannica

Thankyou so much for what I consider an 'expert' opinion....it is something I've been stirving for - - for a long time......much appreciation...Gail

Thankyou again for your insightful comments on these boats....for I know how much the 'old wooden boat means to you'...........much appreciated dear friend....hope you're enjoying a lovely weekend....Gail

Very nice capture. A composition with perfect exposure. Best regards.

thankyou for your kind words of critique Summon....nice to hear from you, sincerely, Gail

Very nice shot Gail. It would be so nice to just sail away in this. It looks so romantic, the wood is gorgeous. I wonder if sail boats are made of wood today? I suspect they would be fiberglass now, but I am no expert. Best wishes.

Thanks for your lovley comment....actually, there are companys (and I have a Photo to Post) that still build in the traditional way...and some people will not settle for less...but the time it takes to maintain them is enormous, but the enthusiasts don't seem to mind......tnks again....I would love to just 'sail away'.............ahhh...adventure! sincerely, Gail...