Central Hall Arch
Another shot from the Natural History Museum, London.
Believe it or not, this isn’t HDR and was only shot at f4, so I’m surprised at how well it came out…!
Canon 400D, f4, 1/25, ISO800, 10mm.
In 1864 a competition was held to design the new museum, and the winning entry was submitted by Captain Francis Fowke who died shortly afterwards. The scheme was taken over by Alfred Waterhouse who substantially revised the agreed plans, and designed the façades in his own idiosyncratic Romanesque style. The Museum’s Central Hall forms a fantastic backdrop to some of the highlights of the Museum’s collection including a Diplodocus skeleton and a 1,300-year-old giant sequoia.
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Paula Cowley
Wow – so much detail – great shot.
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks again Paula – it’s a beautiful hall, very photogenic…thanks for commenting.
BJChambers
Great perspective!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks for looking and for the comment BJ.
PurePhotography
Fantasbulous! Lovely tonality.
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks a lot PurePhotography – appreciated!
Paul Tupman
Dan… this is absolutely fabulous!
I could sit and stare at this for ages… so much depth and so much detail… really wonderful. Not sure what else to say really… just that it has everything going for it and my eye keeps getting drawn back whilst I’m trying to type!
Love the B+W tones, love the framing, love the lines, love the people, love the detail… Love it!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks so much Paul, that’s greatly appreciated! I visited the museum yesterday with my girlfriend for her birthday, and admitted I had an ulterior motive…she’s very interested in history, and I was more interested in racing through the exhibitions to see this fantastic hall…! (The museum is a fascinating place though, I have to admit…!)
Ian James
Really great exposure the depth is also good and very sharp…nice one.
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks a lot Ian – appreciate that.
Fergus Randall
you’ve found an amazing perspective here. so very well done!!!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks a lot Fergus!
Antanas
lovely capture
Dan Biggins replied
Thank you Antanas – always appreciated.
waitin' for rain
looks busy and very nice composed
well done !
Dan Biggins replied
Thank you – it was busy, but most people were downstairs looking at dinosaur skeletons, giving me space to shoot! Appreciate your comment.
Cora Wandel
Dan, I love architectural photographs, and this is superb!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks Cora! Same here, architecture fascinates me and I hope to have done justice to this wonderful building. Thanks for commenting.
Zuzana
Absolutelly superb work Dan, I have really enjoyed viewing your portfolio
Dan Biggins replied
Thank you Zuzana-that’s very kind and glad you like the shot.
linda858100
awesome
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks Linda :)
midzing
fantastic shot Dan,,,, well done
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks midzing! Appreciated :)
PeterBusser
Great capture of an amazing piece of architecture!
Dan Biggins replied
Thank you Peter – much appreciated!
photogenic
that is a great shot. i never thought there is a great angle inside as this. well done.
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks photogenic – it’s a beautiful building and free admission too…! Cheers for the comment.
Alan Findlater
excellent work well done
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks a lot Alan – it’s appreciated.
Mugsy
Excellent work!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks Mugsy! Cheers for looking.
Paul Thompson ...
This is fantastic even more so considering F4 and ISO800, great
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks Tommy – I was a little surprised myself to be honest, but the black and white conversion in PS really brought it to life. Cheers for commenting.
eclectica
Magnificent Dan!!
Dan Biggins replied
Thank you Veronica! Really appreciated :)
Mark Heller
Beautiful shot. Particularly love the asymmetrical composition with the foremost arch cut off but balanced out with the stairs. Great!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks Mark – it’s a lovely building, the highlight of the museum visit for me. Thanks for looking.
SylviaHardy
This beautiful Mono has certainly captured my attention! What a stunner!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks a lot Sylvia – much appreciated and glad you like it!
Scott d'Almeida
brilliant
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks Scott – appreciated.
igotmeacanon
lovely b+w, interesting comp
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks igmac, appreciated.
jacqleen
WOW….THIS is just SO SO GRAND….Love the clarity, the comp, the framing…just STUNNING!!!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks jacqleen! That’s a lovely comment to start the week with – much appreciated!
chazz
Fantastic Shot!!! Great perspective.
smallfox
Wonderful shot – well framed to capture the layout and intricacy – all in one photo!
smallfox
Wonderful shot – well framed to capture the layout and intricacy – all in one photo!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks again – I was really pleased with how this came out, so thrilled you like it too.
Daphne Johnson
love the tones and composition of this one. Fantastic capture!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks Daphne! Much appreciated.
Kaitlyn McLaug...
I literally said “wow” right out loud when looking at this photo. It’s fantastic. :) Instant favorite.
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks a lot Kaitlyn – it’s a beautiful building and really glad you like this shot.
luis ferreiro
Stunning image so much to look at.. f4 thats amazing…
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks Luis – I know, I still can’t believe it came out that well myself at F4. I’ve triple checked the exif data, and it definitely is…thanks a lot for your comment.
simonesphotos
This is sensational Dan the repetition of the arches gives a magic sense of depth and that lighting is to die for!! Love the mono, just perfection!!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks so much Simone – this is one of my faves, I have to say. The lighting in there was magical, and it’s a beautiful piece of architecture. I’m thrilled you like it too.
SandraRos
This is way, way, way beyond OUTSTANDING !!! You have taken my breath away with this exceptional capture. It is perfect in every aspect of photography
Dan Biggins replied
Wow, thanks so much Sandra for your lovely comment – that’s made my day! Really pleased you like the shot.
suncent
FAV.
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks suncent, thrilled you like it and thanks for the fav.
Lois Romer
what a great shot, it reminds me a bit of Escher. fav for me
Dan Biggins replied
Thank you Lois, very kind and much appreciated.
Shelly Hiebert
Wow! This is absolutely stunning. Eye candy with so much to look at! Love it Dan :)
Dan Biggins replied
Hey, thanks Shelly! You’re very kind, much appreciated.
Alixzandra
I have been in this building many times, it just takes your breath away. You have captured it’s very architectural essence, mood and historical beauty. They don’t build em like they used too! Wonderful work and exceptional choice of angle.
Dan Biggins replied
Thank you Alixzandra! You’re right, it’s a fabulous building and the lighting in there complements it beautifully. Thrilled you like the shot :)
LTPhotography
Yep def a fav! Great image, composition and light and lovely architecture..
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks a bundle – I’m pleased with how this came out, and chuffed you like it too :)
karen peacock
A wonderful composition. I love all the lines and textures.
Dan Biggins replied
Thank you Karen! Appreciate it, thanks for looking.
Christophe Testi
Masterpiece!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks Christophe! Glad you like it and thanks for commenting.
Vittorio Magal...
compliments… very very beautiful point of view and b&w shot!!
Dan Biggins replied
Thank you Vittorio, really appreciate it.
GailD
Wow. Stunning. Fabulous shot.
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks a lot Gail, appreciated!
Angie Muccillo
Wow fantastic capture! Amazing detail :-)
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks again Angie, glad you like it.
melbourneguy75
I visited this place a few years ago and remember thinking how gorgeous the architecture was, you’ve captured it beautifully.
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks a lot David – it’s a lovely building, and I’m thrilled you like the shot.
hologram
Love the composition of this and wonderful shadows and light,
Cheers,
h
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks h, appreciate it.
Denis Molodkin
Excellent capture!
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks for looking Denis, much appreciated!
Jens Helmstedt
Wonderful! Great photo Dan!
Dan Biggins replied
Thank you Jens, cheers for looking!
Karl Williams
The juxtaposition of the curves and straight lines is most attractive. The attractiveness is enhanced by the superlative processing. Fine image, Dan.
Dan Biggins replied
Thanks a lot Karl, your comment is hugely appreciated. It’s a beautiful building, glad you like the shot.
Jean M. Laffitau
Great angel and perspective!! Fantastic shot!
Dan Biggins replied
Thank you Jean, really appreciate it!