Arch 22, a photo from Banjul, West

Photographer's Note

Arch 22. Back after 11 years in Banjul I saw that the things has not changed so much. Some new buildings, but the same interesting fish markets, the friendly people, the colourful culture.

Wikipdia:
Arch 22 is a commemorative arch on the road into Banjul in The Gambia. It was built in 1996 to mark the military coup d'etat which over threw the democratically elected government, and saw the rise to power on 22 July 1994 of President Yahya Jammeh and his Armed Forces Provisional Ruling Council.

The arch stands on the Banjul-Serrekunda Highway near to the traffic island which intersects with Box Bar Road, Independence Drive and Marina Parade. A statue of the "unknown soldier" can be seen near the base of the arch. The soldier is carrying a baby in one hand, making the peace sign (V-sign) with the other hand, and has a rifle strapped across his back.

Exposure Time: 1/1328
F-Stop: f/8.0
ISO Speed Ratings: 200
Focal Length: 24/1 mm
Date Taken: 2009-03-07 13:47

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besnard, snunney, Budapestman, dareco, gunbud, paura, Graal, jhm, AiresSantos, pierrefonds trouve(nt) cette note utile

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danyy (0) 2009-06-21 23:19

Bonjour Achim,
des lumières bien chaudes, sans doute réchauffées sans doute en post processing ou avec un filtre ? En tous cas, pas de soucis au niveau de la netteté et de l'exposition. Bon POV en décentrement quoi que la symétrie aurait bien joué aussi.
Regards.
Daniel.

besnard (59196) 2009-06-21 23:19

Bonjour Achim
Un joli cliché bien cadré, une grande netteté et des couleurs naturelles.
Merci pour le partage et bonne journée.
Nicole

ribeiroantonio (22730) 2009-06-22 0:05

How ironic it is to build a monument commemorating the overthrow of a democratically elected government. Only in Africa can public money being wasted like that!
Apart that, it is a nice shot showing good composition and colours. Well done.
Antonio

snunney (130967) 2009-06-22 1:06

Hello Achim,
A good presentation of this modern monumental arch. I like the point of view and the inclusion of the lamps and palm tree.

Budapestman (82620) 2009-06-22 2:03

Hi Achim,
Very spectacular shot of this imposing arch with attractive composition and interesting details. Excellent colours and lights, Tfs! Have a nice week!
George

Giorgio (11279) 2009-06-22 3:20

- Impressive door, we thank you for sharing this beautiful modern architecture, excellent framing bravo!
Greetings.
giorgio

I see that the Gambia to change, I went in the 80's, it was a different atmosphere! Look HERE

dareco (17136) 2009-06-22 4:11

A beautiful picture and I've enjoyed reading your note. The colors and detail are very good. TFS

TopGeo (38220) 2009-06-22 4:15

Hi Achim! Picture with good prospect Interesting composition with arch with columns and beautiful colours and thin good recording.Good frame! Well work!regards
Georgios

hopsy_life (101) 2009-06-22 5:21

Nice texture in this arch
Best wishes

gilou530 (34) 2009-06-22 9:30

salut achim
je ne pensais que cette photo ai été prise en afrique, tout est si nickel, propre, une photo superbe et qui donne reflexion sur ce pays
amitiés
gilbert

rodgerg (55767) 2009-06-22 10:36

Hello Achim,

The POV, very well selecetd, give a great prospect to the image. Good managment of light too, this managment give beautiful contrast and colors. The color of the edifice arise very well in the image. Good photowork.
Have a nice evening,
Roger

Miha2ou7 (5162) 2009-06-22 15:02

Hey Achim,

A nice arch, the colors are subdued in all but the motive, which is pretty likable. Otherwise also good sharpness and clarity.

Best regards.

lousat (138585) 2009-06-22 16:55

Hi Achim,this is a very interesting place and you take that very very perfectly...i'm seeing your profile..but how many place you visit!!! You are a great traveller and surely one of the best reporter on TE! Many thanks for you preciuos work,have a nice day,LUCIANO

gunbud (34066) 2009-06-22 17:30

Hi Achim,
Stricking monument seen in sharp details and clear relief.
The street lamps make a fine lead-in to the modern arch.
Regards, Tom

paura (25802) 2009-06-22 17:42

Achim,
Beleza de trabalho aqui dessa linda peça arquitetônica. Muito boa a composição para mostrar o lindo lugar.

Abraço

Paulo

Graal (103040) 2009-06-22 23:21

Hi Achim,
an interesting presentation from the far african country. Unusual gate and architecture. Good shot. I like it.
Gr., Aleksander

jhm (211734) 2009-06-23 4:18

Hello Achim,

Splendid modern architecture very nice great gate.
Perspective and depth are perfect.
Very well composition and good presentation too. TFS.

Best regards,
John.

hispic (9658) 2009-06-24 20:03

Hallo Achim,
A bit darker exposure makes interesting details of this gate stand out. Strange color of the sky attract the eye. Nice definition with a fine sharpness.
Best wishes, Hisashi

AiresSantos (56155) 2009-06-25 1:40

Hi Achim
Fine POV, great colours and excellent sharpness.
About the light, I think you coul improve using the 'levels' tool
TFS and have a nice day
Aires

stego (24132) 2009-06-25 10:22

Hallo Achim,
Another interesting presentation of a place rarely seen. It seems that they have that habit of building monumental arches over streets or roads in common iwth the Moroccans. You chose a good POV. The only thing I think could be better is the light - it looks like you put your sunglasses in front of the lenses.
Grüße,
José

pierrefonds (113552) 2009-06-26 4:55

Hi Achim,

The diagonal line of the road is an asset to the composition. The lamposts and the palm trees are framing well the road. the point of view is showing the details and colors of the architecture of the arcxh 22. The picture is clear and preciseé The light is enhancing the colors. Have a nice day.

Pierre