SO IT IS ... Photo

Photographer’s Note

I still see your face..

"One year, we held together in smiles
Our colours blossomed deep in dreams
Ten years ,we dream to see life again
Here we stay alone again, together..
I miss you and everything in you
I dream you and everything in you..
Here I am waiting in the shadows
Realising an end I never dreamt
A new world, a new day for us again
In pain and in love that we cared
A smile that we shared beyond all
Borders decide paths to never ending
Crazy am I to think again, so it is..
Old in us, young is heart colourful
One more chance is a dream always
Time never fails the test of love
We dreamt together a life told
Tales have no ends, sometimes fools
Stay tall in life, never leave me
I miss all in you, but I love you "

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SHOT AT THANGASSERI BEACH, MY LAND.
"Faith holds us together, not sights"..
~jp

"Youth is happy because it has the capacity to see beauty. Anyone who keeps the ability to see beauty never grows old."
~ Franz Kafka
(3 July 1883 - 3 June 1924) was one of the major German-language fiction writers of the 20th century. He was born to a middle-class Jewish family in Prague, Austria-Hungary (now Czech Republic). His unique body of writing—much of which is incomplete and was mainly published posthumously—is among the most influential in Western literature.

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pandoraTE (2317) 2008-07-10 10:45

So it is simple but quite beautiful:) So impressive photo. Congratulations.
Regards

bostankorkulugu (33924) 2008-07-10 10:47

peaceful and relaxing one with a touch of colour on the corner... simple yet very nice my friend... but the poem is even nicer... all the best JP...

korkut

isabela_sor (42361) 2008-07-10 11:19 [Comment]

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quillo (7266) 2008-07-10 11:22

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SIMPLE AND BEAUTIFUL, image that transmits peace and calmness ... I like.

Un saludo amigo Jean Paul.

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COSTANTINO (23111) 2008-07-10 11:26

Hello POET,
a simple photo but very peaceful,sweet and delicate..I like the contrast of the vivid colour of the boat and the blue colour of that lake..Dreamy photo,dream for everybody,
thanks for dreaming
Regard(i am awaiting your next poem)
Costantino

of the boat

goodwill (4033) 2008-07-10 11:29

........................................along with the poetic versions, I like the shot. Where this boat is heading nobody knows, but it seems to be in perfect balance and clamness.
But what is more important is your mesage, loud and clear.......and may it reach the destination and not remain in the troubled waters is the only wish at this hour.

Regards

Rajeev

Emile (20085) 2008-07-10 12:02

Hola Jean Paul.
Beautiful shot, the lonely boat off center and the calm blue lake produces a wonderful composition, very good perspective and depth, lovely way to captured the boat reflection.
Well done. TFS.
Best regards.

tiagoalmeida (1294) 2008-07-10 12:28

hello Jean Paul,
good picture i like the colours and i like the reflection of the boat in water.
congratulations for this work and thans for share.
tiago

chayanmi (42) 2008-07-10 13:20

I like the coloring.
TFS
Chayan

Deepforest (8825) 2008-07-10 13:33

Hello Jean Paul,
I agree completely with Isabela: you are the poet on TE! Beautiful poem. Good shot with colourful boat, nice composition. I like especially the reflection of the boat... Well done my friend.
Best regards,
Andrzej

pcp (3368) 2008-07-10 14:12

Hi Jean sir,

You have great atmosphere nest you house to write poems and scenery to use your camera..and you are doing that so wonderful then others do.you are not a photographer, you are a artist, a photographer can only take photos but you write poems along...long..with it.

Let me come to your place one day and take over your atmosphere :))

Great shot and wonderful sky with symmetry boat at bottom. well done.

TFS

Senthil

npecanhuk (14532) 2008-07-10 16:17

Hello Jean Paul!
Simple but wonderful!
You really thought well and gave us such a neat photograph!
Now, all I have to do is to look at it for some time and dream... rest a bit from the stressing daily life!
TFS - Congratulations!
Greetings from Brazil,
Neyvan Peçanhuk

adores (15727) 2008-07-10 16:21

Hi Jean!
Beautiful scene with this lonely boat.You have chosen it very well because it's so colourful comparing to the rest. Good light, colours and reflection.The poem is also great!

gabrielen (140) 2008-07-10 17:21

Very good composition. Almost monocromathic with a touch of vivid color. The balance between the boat and the blue sky is excelent.

edytungkal (4519) 2008-07-10 20:04

Calm and peaceful feeling to see it and that colourful boat really make it. A simple beauty shot...thanks Jean.

daniel

gracious (20017) 2008-07-10 23:02

Hello my great friend JP,
Delighted to see your beautiful posting once again!
the image is so peaceful that comes with a perfect poem to describe it!
the colour contrast is first class with great sharpness and details
many thanks for this wonderful sharing
take care and sincere regards from a far distance friend
Tony

riclopes (33119) 2008-07-11 1:29

Olá Jean Paul, lovely colorful boat waiting for us to get in and explore the imensity of the sea. It's the thing that shinnes in this soft blue image, but the three people at the distant in a boat also captured my attention. Love the sense of space here.
Best,
ricardo

siolaw (25802) 2008-07-11 1:30

Hi JP,
The boat breaks the impression of vastness given by the sky and sea.... it actually attracts the eye well as a sole subject. Pleasant colors too... a simple but efficient compo
Greetings from Goa
Laurent

syd1946 (17953) 2008-07-11 1:37

Hello Jean Paul,
So beautiful and so minimalistic...I always admire this approach in a photo.Looks simple but it isn't because tell us so much.I like it very much,your photo gives a very nice to me with the colors of this strange boat...and not only...

wishes for your weekend,
Thomas

ChrisJ (70443) 2008-07-11 2:43

Namaste JEAN PAUL

The soloitary red canoe is well placed, & makes a fine focal & anchor point, as well as color contrasting against the cyan water. Tfs!

Royaldevon (5938) 2008-07-11 5:12

Hello J.P.

Lovely, meaningful poem!
I just love how the sea and the sky are only divided by the meerest sliver of land.
The boat is perfectly placed off-centre for maximum impact.
The tones on the water are subtle and beautiful.

Kind regards,
Bev :-)

Valerka (8159) 2008-07-11 6:04

Hello, Poet,
As usual, I see a very stylish shot of this lake I already know by your shots:)
I like the cheerful colours of the boat and the fine blue of the water.
The light and the poem together betray a happy person.
May it last long.
Get in the boat and row to your dream!Take your dearest aboard:)
TFS
I'll be back
Valerka:)

Clementi (44989) 2008-07-11 9:01

Ciao Jean Paul,
looking at the photo one relaxes, a quiet atmosphere, wisely captured and with some very soft colours. a poetry .
have a nice week end
Giorgio

photographer123 (5803) 2008-07-11 9:08

hi jp..
good shot..placement of elements are good..but hori line is almost middle of the frame which is little disturbing me.but the note is as usual very good.best wishes...subir

Gustaw (21670) 2008-07-11 10:00

Hi, my friend!
It is very good and interesting photo. I like your composition. Very good colours. Beautiful sky and beautiful water. Well done.
Marek

amazon (10835) 2008-07-11 10:07

sevgili jean paul,
good composition,simple but strong,may be a little bit crop.under...i don't know,
cok selamlar istanbul'dan,
iffet

dareco (17104) 2008-07-11 12:56

Very calm and serene. I like the colorful boat, the details are excellent. Also your note which is so suited to the image. TFS and have a happy day!

cunejo200 (7235) 2008-07-11 13:13

I am glad to see you here JP. (I have been active at TL but am just beginning to activate my participation here at TE.) This is a classic composition. The positioning of the red boat is right on, lighting is good. Greetings from Wash D.C. Danilo

stego (22400) 2008-07-11 21:32

Namaste Jean Paul,
I feel tempted to imitate those who salute you with "hello poet". You are as talented writing with words as you are with light, colours and shapes and I bet that I would feel poetry in your photos even if you didn't accompany them with poems.
I see no need of discussing any more technical issue, it looks flawless to me, but that doesn't sound so important in such an inspired image.
Regards, José.

zeynepe (9358) 2008-07-12 0:51

Hi my friend,
A superb note as usual, the simplicity makes the compostion splendid :)
Congrats and have a nice day,
Zeynep

sayanwithsenice (717) 2008-07-12 3:40

Hi , poetic moods reflected !! I love the way you placed the boat the nice peace-full waters by.. Lovely composition and presented with a delightful note ! Thanks!
Cheers,
SAYAN

robertosalguero (110) 2008-07-12 7:22

Hi Friend,

Nice and peaceful scene with the red boat creating such a strong contrast in this grey environment. Good perspective to create an excellent composition of this natural seting. Very nice work Jean Paul :-)

Roberto

rajhema (1867) 2008-07-12 7:52

Wow, the lonely boat with all blue surroundings. Good one. Sky is bit burnt yet an awesome picture

TFS
Rajesh

pablominto (41200) 2008-07-12 8:36

Hello JP,

The red and green boat stands out well in the blueness!
Pleasant simplicity in this composition, that directs all attention to the resting boat...
After a while my eyes wander on and find another boat, this time in a distance and carrying three persons, nice!

Greetings,
Pablo -

bracasha75 (22303) 2008-07-12 14:04

Hi Jean
This is amaizing simpley beautiful
TFS
Great job and great realisation
Cheers,Braca

AiresSantos (42760) 2008-07-13 1:01

Hi JP
As simple as beautiful. I like how you framed it with the main boat on left side. Fine colours and sharpness
TFS and greetings
Aires

faubry (32407) 2008-07-13 1:17

wonderful simple composition with superb notes.... congratulations my friend
have a good sunday
francine

sagar (2307) 2008-07-13 1:24

Hi Jean,
A tardemark 'Jean Paul' shot once more!!! Ver simple and minimalistic!!The only 'objectionable' thing I find is the 50-50 frame...exactly half share for both the sky and the water. But thats nothing compared to the beauty you have portrayed here.
Regards,
Sagarneel.

axiotea (16235) 2008-07-13 6:34

Hello J.Paul
The RGB boat is quite attractive in the sea and there is a peaceful atmosphere coming out of the image, which is well conveyed...
Cheers
Marilyn

cigdom (2258) 2008-07-13 11:22

Hi Jean,
The composition is simple but it is very nice. Your photo is like a painting.
Also your note is very beautiful.
Regards.
Cigdem

devimeuxbe (56266) 2008-07-13 12:05

Hi Jean Paul
Beautifull atmopshere; peacefull and quiet. The touch of color is amazing.
An excellent result
Well done
Bertrand

jasmis (50901) 2008-07-13 12:40

So it is...
It is real life, love, waiting, tempting...
A true photo, a tru world.

Regards my dear friend.

toto (18755) 2008-07-13 15:14

Bonsoir,
belle photo de cette immencité d'eau qui au loin rejoint les nuages
Beau bateau qui ressort bien a la surface de cette eau bleu.
Jolies couleurs et notre regard avec ces deux bandes de terres obliques amène notre regard vers cette jonction du ciel, de la terre et de la mer. les trois qui se rejoignent, c' est rare.

Amitiés Thomas

shevchenko (10030) 2008-07-13 19:36

Hi Jean,
Good pov to show a lonely boat far away from the city, the sky and the water have the same color, good reflection, thanks for sharing.
Ally

jimkilgallon (0) 2008-07-13 19:45

Hi Jean
Lots and lots of space, with the boats showing this. Perspective is well chosen and you handled the light very well considering it looks harsh. The red and green from the boat gives the capture more depth.
Regards
Jim

Wanda1 (11015) 2008-07-13 22:18

Hi Jean Paul,
The colourful boat and its reflection stands out against the almost one tone background and is well placed in the composition. Everything is so nice and calm. Simply a lovely shot.
Regards
Wanda

aadilj (17950) 2008-07-13 22:41

The colours and the mood are brilliant as they always are in your compositions and the peace and tranquility are captured with panache. Great composition indeed.

mauro61 (16196) 2008-07-14 1:06

i colori della barca in contrasto col verde sono davvero ottimi.
una calma totale pervade la foto.
bellissima nota
saluti
maurizio

kaud (1838) 2008-07-14 4:58

No word left to criticize!
Just great color, subject and framing!

gokanlam (6431) 2008-07-14 6:57

hi Jean, calm and peaceful scene with the dominancy of blue.. the colorful boat gives great impression to the composition.. the atmosphere of the place is great.. congratulations dear friend,
ReLa

lestans (15486) 2008-07-14 10:32

Beautiful view of a quiet, still, wet seascape!
I like the boat so colore, and I like the background. Bravo!

Livia

leo61 (43650) 2008-07-14 11:32

Hi Jean Paul!
A nice,very peaceful scene with this colorful boat in the foreground.I couls sit there for hours.
Regards,Leo

hatti52 (12654) 2008-07-14 12:01

Hi Jean Paul
great poem,wonderful shot
congrats

dvlazar (6488) 2008-07-14 18:40

A really good one - The composition is quite minimal and certainly effective. Good colors.. a powerful image all round.
Thanks,

DL

berek (28989) 2008-07-14 19:56

Hi Jean,
simple and impressive compositon. i like reflections. lovely pastel colors. greetings.
Burak

mikolaj_kawa (31041) 2008-07-15 0:55

Hello Jean Paul! Wonderful boat. Amazing seascape. Nice lightness. Beautiful colors. Good POV, very good capture. Well done!

Flavia (10202) 2008-07-15 8:11

Hi Jean,

Peaceful view. The open blue broken only by the little red boat. Well tought and done!

Regards,

Flavia

avene (11088) 2008-07-15 19:02

minimalism at its best, especially with such a beautiful colour. looking at this photo I wonder why the blue colour is both the colour of hope and the colour of... well, of blues and melancholy.
the different tones of the colour in your photo fit well the rich meaning of the word, I like it a lot. the red and green of the boat is a great colour accent, but my favourite element is the tiny boat in the distance, it's a nice way to create a beautifully balanced composition.
another great shot, JP, my compliments. and I certainly enjoy reading your notes :)

regards,
Kristine

jhm (83193) 2008-07-16 2:04

Hello Jean Paul,

You late us quiet enjoy of the splendid image.
You placed the small boat excellent to the left, not spectacular but very pleasant for look it, this with soft colours and nice composition.
Very well done, TFS.

Best regards,
John.

siamesa (13195) 2008-07-16 4:13

Good morning my friend,
A very romantic atmosphere and a very beautiful poem. Marvelous image of this boat in this blue. Really a perfect picture dear poet.
All the best
Hugs
Maria

zmey (7282) 2008-07-16 7:47

hello jean-paul

beautiful ambience captured in this simple shot. just the horizon line, for me, does feel a bit too central. that aside: love the contemplative mood!

warm regards,
kristaps

trekks (14334) 2008-07-16 10:13

hi JP

Great composition to have the boat in isolation and facing the vast space of sea and sky. tfs

bill

Bluejeans (32945) 2008-07-16 10:58

Ola Jean ,
Que bonita foto deste lugar com esta agua bem calma, gostei muito do barco perdido no meio de tanta agua , os reflexos ficaram magníficos , boas cores, parabéns!!!
Um abraço Gonçalo

azaf1 (15547) 2008-07-17 0:32

Good morning JP
What a beauty is that! Serene and quiet yet strong with the inclusion of the colorful boat and that wonderful poem. All blended together to make a unique presentation
My compliments
Argiris

feather (50070) 2008-07-17 3:18

This is a serene and beautiful image with all the blue relieved by the wonderful splash of red and green, which you havae carefully framed on the bottom left third. Well seen
Kath

Manuj (441) 2008-07-18 4:31

hello Jean
How are you friend?
this is a very beautiful composition
lovely sky, lovely boat, nice reflections and colours aroun.
wonderful ambience.
beautifuly executed.
thanks for sharing Pal.
regards
Manuj Mehta

Cretense (56888) 2008-07-18 8:19

Hi JP!

Really, a photo of outstanding beauty, transmiting peace and tranquility! The simple composition is just fabulous and the colourful boat on the left makes a great and very pleasing contrast with the blue environment! Great note, too! Congratulations!

Hercules

pitzimba (382) 2008-07-20 13:47

Ciao Jean Paul,
I like tones of this shot that gives a sense of peace.
The colours are nice, too.
Good work!

Silvia

Hunkar (4874) 2008-07-20 14:11

a beautiful sea scene with the red boat in a relaxed atmosphere..

tehanu_f (6874) 2008-07-21 1:55

wrong! you are the poet, not me! I just copy paste others' poems or lyrics. to tell the truth, I am not exactly very romantic, either. ))) plus, I can't shoot simple yet beautiful and peaceful photos like you. I guess I mostly see the chaos, depression, empty and futile sadness around me. )))) So, we are lucky to have you here to remind us of the poetic beauty around us.
cheers my friend.
fusun

Gerrit (36157) 2008-07-21 2:21

Hi Jean Paul,
poetic togetherness of the colorful boat and the great wide blue.
Regards, Gerrit

kiwi_explorer (12195) 2008-07-21 2:50

Hi JP,
Very good balance composition ... that small boat in the far right is well positioned to create balance to the whole scene. Simple composition but very effective ... I like your minimalist approach here. Well captured and composed! tfs
Cheers,
Renier

josepmarin (34017) 2008-07-21 5:13

Hi Jean Paul,
Your minimalist composition is very attractive and has an almost mystical touch. I like the image of the solitary boat, which vivid colors are outlined on a landscape of sky and water with a blue very uniform tones, and it gives a great aesthetic result to the photo.
Good work.
Best regards,
Josep

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AROBN54 (10789) 2008-07-30 20:02

What a lovely shot, Jean Paul,
it echoes the mood in your poem. Soft, a blue reverie. I love the way the sky and water meet in the mist in the BG. The boat is wonderful. I like the bold, clear colors in contrast to the blue shades all around it and the patch of blue in the sky across from it. Really a lovely shot. Many thanks and warmest wishes to you, take good care,
Shelly

pelin (2765) 2008-08-01 2:27

Hello friend,
a simply fantastic shot. you have created such an peaceful mood here. Great color balance, soft and clear. Thanks for this one,
~pelin

zhelach (3590) 2008-08-07 10:24

Hello my friend JP!
Great minimalistic shot! Wonderful colors, detail and lights! Lovely scenery!
TFS, Best regards
Zorica

foozi (4735) 2008-08-18 4:50

Hello JEAN PAUL,
such a lovely shot. Very simple but stunning. Wel positioned and great pestel colours.
Rules of the third, rules here.

Regards,
Foozi

izmirli (3269) 2008-09-15 7:07

selamlar my friend jean
excellent sky and skyline.excellent lovely fantastic colours and composition.excellent lovely boat and reflections.well done.
best regards.
gürkan akçakır.

touristdidi (8561) 2008-09-19 16:37 [Comment]

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Wandering_Dan (3283) 2008-09-21 9:13

Bonjour, JP -

Colorful small boat on a wide monochrome river. A great use of minimalism (one of my favorite techniques). The even division of water and sky actually emphasizes the placement of the boat.

Best,
Dan

omerozden (1241) 2008-09-23 5:46

hello jean paul,
great POV.
incredible minimalism.
tfs,
regards

Burberry1 (6041) 2008-10-02 5:32

Beautiful, dreamy mood.
Great cadrage, light and concept.

Best regards Jean,
Agnieszka

brevbrev14 (372) 2008-10-14 16:15

ciao dear JP!
i hope your are fine and your family too
i am not so active at the moment
i like a lot your note JP, perfect with this image
good one!
ciao!
Valeria

Angshu (34027) 2008-10-23 20:50

Hello JP
Long time!! Hope you’re keeping well. A fine tranquil image & so very poetic. The colourful stands out amidst the blue. Fine work!
Take care…
Regards
Angshu

ALIRIZA (16197) 2008-10-27 5:32

Hi Jean,
An excellent shot, the lonely boat, the blue lake and a wonderful composition. Simple but very impressive work my dear friend...
Have a nice week...
Ali Rıza

bucanas (2209) 2008-10-27 19:26

Hi Jean,
Very beautiful composition.
Best regards,
Ralf

anducina (8131) 2008-11-18 4:49

Simple and effective compo, the colorful boat with its reflection contrasting with the soft tones of blue of the water and of the sky. Beautiful scene. I like the melancholic feeling of this photo.
TFS,
Andreea

litiancai (1040) 2008-11-19 20:47

Hi Jean Paul,
So simple, and yet at the same time peaceful and relaxing to look at. The soft hues and great and just a little splash of colour from the sky.
Regards
Lee

imtiyaz (997) 2008-11-24 4:27

Colors of boat is too contrast with backgrounds,
the reflection on WATER, and the water contrast
Is poetically tuned Japiey, Congrats again

Regards,
Imtiyaz Basha

patdeph (18270) 2008-11-27 4:38

hello Jean-Paul
What a beautiful gallery you have,I am really impressed and under the charm!Each of your picture are splendid,exactly done as I like,mixing the portraits and the landscapes,always with beautiful lights and colors!This one is very simple,but the contrast of the boat with the water and the sky is really great!I love the vivid colors of the boat in the blue landscape,and its place in the frame is perfect!Magnificenr!
Regards
Pascale

papagolf21 (56675) 2008-12-05 1:45

Bonjour, mon bon ami Jean-Paul,
Merveilleux poème pour une image inspirant calme, sérénité, tranquillité.
Une image de grande qualité. Un très beau tableau vivant.
Félicitations.
Amitiés.
Philippe

JCG (25715) 2008-12-05 1:54

Hi Jean-Paul,

One simple moment as I like them. All breathes the calm one and serenity here. I appreciate much this feeling of space on this image whose qualities make a very beautiful photograph of it, the reflection of the boat is very pretty. Good photograph and thank you for this beautiful text.

With all my friendships and a very good WE,

Jean-Charles

saylan-cb (12726) 2009-01-19 3:20

Hi Jean,
A Very nice simple image with great capture a beautiful reflection.
Excellent work!
TFS/Regards
Şaylan

chanjits (4409) 2009-01-20 16:13

great shot ,I like the contrast in colors, thanks for sharing.

Waylim (11093) 2009-01-21 20:32

Jean,
A minimal composition, but beautiful and lots of open space,giving a sense of openess and freedom. Uncluttered with to many thing, nice and clean, sometimes that all that we need space. Good quality shot, the boat standout well, perhaps a bit too dominant with its colors, it would feel more at ease if it just blend in more than standing out too much. But really good sharpness and refreshing composition.
Way

claudees (490) 2009-01-26 1:25 [Comment]

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John_F_Kennedy (31919) 2009-02-04 2:32

Very calm picture with a lot of silence. I love it.
Best wishes,
Achim

flory (4804) 2009-03-04 3:24

hi dear Jean Paul,
think TE is lucky to have such a nice member like you,isn't?:)
a peaceful image,thanks to the lonely boat....and blue:)
best wishes,
Flori:)

anto95 (1820) 2009-04-10 0:01

Hi Poet,
Excellent framing and composition, great light management, beautiful colours! Congratulations!
Antonello

bona (2457) 2009-04-10 16:07

a very peaceful place. I like the boat reflection.
Nice place.
Hugs
Andre