Through The Pier
Took this one a trip to the Isle of Bute off the west coast of Scotland. This old delapidated pier had such a presence in the water with a magnificent backdrop behind looking up Loch Striven, you couldn’t help but stop for a photo opportunity.

Used the nearest part of the structure to frame the rest of the scene to give the pier a different perspective.

Click here to view the first image of this pier

Canon EOS 40D used
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Roslyn Lunetta
hheehhhee…over the pier :D
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Roslyn,
Certainly getting into the pier theme aren’t you? :-)
GerryMac
excellent perspective Kevin!
Kevin Skinner replied
Cheers Gerry,
Realy appreciate that.
Mohsen Bayramn...
an excellent B&W and love the perspective. clever eyes, composing this way…
well done dear friend :)
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Mohsen,
Just love these old relics that are dotted around the shores of Scotland. Thanks for the compliments, my friend.
Lorraine Parra...
good composition and perspective, very atmospheric
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Lorraine,
Thanks for the compliments on this one. The more I look at the two that I have of this old pier the more I like them.
bethadin
lovely use of black and white
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Bethadin,
B&W’s are a firm passion of mind so I appreciate your compliment on this one. Cheers!
lroof
This is an awesome image!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Iroof,
Scotland is such an awesome place. Can’t really miss! :-)
Waleska Luker
Stunning, it fits perfectly in our First Things Group!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Waleska,
Nice compliment and I’ll give the group a look later on!
fauselr
great shot
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Ray,
Thanks for stopping by and viewing my work. Even more so for leaving a compliment! Cheers!
zaffokioko
awesome shot!! :D
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Zaffo,
It’s a wonderful subject that has an amazing backdrop. Privileged to be there at the time.
kkilian09
Absolutely beautiful photo.
Kevin Skinner replied
Thank you, Kimberly!
Such a lovely compliment for this image. Appreciate it!
Scott d'Almeida
stunning.
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Scott!
These gems are great for the lens!
claremartin
Stunning black and white image!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Clare,
After looking at your work, I do appreciate the compliment!
Revive The Lig...
This is an interesting concept. I like the pattern you have going here.
Kevin Skinner replied
Cheers ReviveTheLight,
Good to try different perspectives on everyday objects and structures when you’re out and about. Thanks again.
TanyaDuffy
Nice framing x
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Tanya,
Some things just frame themselves – not often but sometimes. Always a pleasure when they turn out alright :-)
Roslyn Lunetta
yes I was, sorry was being so silly but your shots always get an emotion from me and this time I over shared :D I love your shots and you know it already so I like to add a bit of a different comment now and then…
Kevin Skinner replied
Hey Roslyn,
Don’t be silly! Enjoy the play of words….don’t mind a wee bit of ‘pier’ pressure :-)
phantomlimb
AWESOME SHOT :)
Kevin Skinner replied
Cheers Phantomlimb,
Appreciate the compliment!
Roslyn Lunetta
heeheeheee :) well played
Sheila Laurens
Love this – it’s very atmospheric
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Sheila,
That’s a huge compliment. Glad you like it! :-)
bazphotography
very nice composition and mood, excellent work
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks bazphotography,
It is a wonderful subject in an excellent setting. Couldn’t miss really.
Prasad
Excellent!
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Prasad,
Wonderful compliment on my work. Truly appreciate it!
Mononoke
Amazing shot and good use of black and white!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Tamara!
Really pleased that this one moved you to leave such a generous comment. It’s compliments like these that makes the journey worth while. Thanks again!
Rita H. Ireland
Very fine black & white images!
blueeyesjus
Beautiful image Kevin, I love the contrast between the dark linear pylons against the soft velvety pale water

Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Jus,
Great honour. Made my day! Cheers :-)
sfmilner
Greetings Kevin; Very stunning and very beautiful shot. Congrats on being featured.
steve
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks steve,
One of those structures that are intriguing and set in amazing landscape. Thanks on the feature – I didn’t know until now :-) Made my day.
blueeyesjus
Kevin, please consider this in our Bridge over Water challenge….cheers Jus
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Jus,
Consider it done. Didn’t think it would be suitable so I’ll give it a try :-)
Elana Bailey
Wonderful capture, tones, mood and comp, Kevin. Well done. An instant fave.
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Elana,
Really do like to visit this stretch of coastline and this wee structure has bags of potential. Glad you like it :-)
blueeyesjus
Congratulations Kevin on winning our first themed challeneg, the Bridge over Water challenge, a beautiful image and well deserved win
Kevin Skinner replied
Oh WOW! What a huge honour and compliment! That just wonderful :-)
Richard George
Excellent craftsmanship on these images…I am really partial to the vertical. Congratulations on your win, it is well deserved!
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Richard,
Nice to get the win, but shhhhhh, I prefer the portrait version as well :-) Not going to tell anyone that though
Erin Whittle
wonderful photo.
Kevin Skinner replied
Thanks Erin,
Nice of you to say so. Thanks for taking the time to view my wee image!
Christine Wilson
well done on this shot – fabulous work
Kevin Skinner replied
Hi Christine,
Always great when you find these wee gems. Just great for the lens so you cannot really miss!
John Vandeven
Awesome
