I found the Forum hard to photograph. For one thing, I was there in the middle of the day when the light was the starkest (and it was pretty darn hot too!). Secondly, there's so much scaffolding and fencing that gets in the way. And last of all, it's one of those places that the pictures never quite turn out exactly how the place really was. But here's a look. Photo taken in May 2011. I'll show you Rome's Triumphal Arch tomorrow.
Do not complain about your photo...the ones I took were awful. That place was difficult as best for me to maneuver and the picture taking was a total loss. Still, it was interesting. genie
ReplyDeleteIt is difficult to really capture the beauty of some of these grand old cities. Ya gotta be there. This is an interesting take, though. How can anything that old still be standing?
ReplyDeleteI took a shot of the forum from a higher vantage point in '57...it had a name, but I can't remember...
Somehow misty and gray northern cities are easier to photograph, but you did a great job with Forum! Superb capture:)
ReplyDeleteWhen I read your text I have the same feelings. When we were there it was extremly hot, around 36 degrees and I also had difficulties finding good shots.
ReplyDeleteGreetings,
Filip
Sounds frustrating. I never like it when I cannot take the shot I want.
ReplyDeleteVery nice PoV on this forum
ReplyDeleteAnyway, you did a great job, it's a wonderful photo.
ReplyDeleteI also found it hard to get good photos (certainly to get overview photos) but let me tell you, from sitting behind a desk, what I realize is just how packed the forum is with remarkable mini-views and history at every turn. Just seeing anything really brings home how amazing it is. Thanks for the dose of Rome on this rainy, windy evening on the river!
ReplyDeleteI too agree, the Forum is a difficult place to get a good overview shot. But the others are right, plenty to gaze at here!
ReplyDeletehee hee....
ReplyDelete«Louis» found many of those frustrating photography moments in France where the photo didn't show what the mind's eye saw! How well he relates!