Ballybunion Castle
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FEATURED home page March 2009 with many thanks!
Also featured in:
‘Ireland’, November ‘08
‘In the shadows photography’, November ‘08
‘That One Great Shot’, January ‘08
‘First Things’, April ‘09
‘Heritage Listed and Other Trusts Sites World Wide’, June ‘09
‘Your Magic Place’, November ‘09
with many thanks.
From a plaque inscription on the East Wall of Ballybunion Castle:
‘Ballybunion Castle was built by the Geraldines in the 14th Century. It stands on the Castle Green site of an old promontory coastal fort of the “Clann Conaire.” In 1582 the castle had been acquired from the Geraldines by the Bonyon family. In 1583 William Og Bonyon lost the castle and lands due to his part in the Desmond Rebellion. In 1612 the castle and lands were granted to Thomas Fitzmaurice 16th Lord of Kerry and Lixnaw by the English King James 6th. By 1783 Richard Hare was in possession of the castle. From 1923 onwards the castle has gone under the care of the Office of Public Works. It was destroyed in the Desmond Wars. All that remains today is this East Wall.
It stands as a memorial to the Bonyons, a proud and powerful family from whom today’s beautiful coastal town of Ballybunion takes its name.’ This castle is part of Kerry’s heritage.
I have added this to the ‘all about your best work’ group because I feel it is one of my best captures and I was particularly pleased with the outcome of some considered editing. Well I liked it!
Canon EOS 400D HDR and Photoshop CS3 edit.
Ballybunion Castle belongs to the following groups:
! 100% !, *Amazing Orton Effect* - Limit 3/day , All Around the Styles, All Castles Around The World, All Things Poetic, Artistic, Philosophical, Beach Art, Canon DSLR (One Image Per Day & A Canon Camera Must Be In The Description Before It's Accepted), Castle Magic, Dilapidated Buildings, DSLR Users Only - 1/24 - Camera & Lens In Description Please., European Everyday Life (add the place!), First Things, Heritage in Stone, Heritage Listed and Other Trusts Sites World Wide, Historic Landmarks of Europe, Landscape and Abstract Photography, Landscape Photography, Live, Love, Dream: , PixElations - The Art of Photoshop, Scenery, United Kingdom, Unwanted , Abandoned & Saved Through Preservation., Your Country's Best (2 images per day) and Your Magic Place (PLACES only!!) Available for sale asGreeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints, Framed Prints and Posters


savosave
stunning shot Px !
Paulette x replied
Many thanks David, glad you liked it
Tessa Bishop
Excellent shot, shows off the terrific rock formation x
Paulette x replied
Thanks Tess, think this is one of my favourites.
Barry Norton
Wondeful capture
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Barry, it was wonderful to see. :)
Marloag
Fantastic shot Paulette.
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Marloag and for the favourite. Just checked your site out – excellent shots! :)
Tollwut
PERFECT!
Paulette x replied
Thanks very much Tollwut
Shannon Byous ...
Beautiful photo! The rock formation is amazing.
Paulette x replied
Thank you Shannon – it is isn’t it and the evening light caught it just right.
stephaniek
This is SO great!!! Wonderful story too!!!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks for your nice comment :)
A90Six
Fantastic work Roger! This is one of the finest images I have ever seen of this ruin from any angle. The colours are exquisite. The cliff rock formation sweeps like flowing hair from the castle or a train from the ruin’s rock dress falling to the shore or some old twaddle!
:) Josh.
Paulette x replied
Wow, praise indeed. Many thanks Josh, nice of you to dip in and take a look, glad you like it so much x
A90Six
Jared D White
Gorgeous shot!
Paulette x replied
Thank you very much Jared :)
Paulette x replied
Ooh and many thanks for the favourite! :)
GerryMac
stunning capture! love the natural curve of the rock face and the straight lines of the building on top well spotted!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Gerry, much appreciated :)
GlennB
teriffic image – this is a wonderful picture!! Well done.
Paulette x replied
Thank you very much Glenn, glad you liked it! :)
Lior Goldenberg
WOW! Wonderful shot!
Paulette x replied
Ah, many thanks again Lior, so nice to get a wow! :))
Rinkydink
gorgeous dramatic shot, those rocks are amazing
Paulette x replied
Many thanks! Wonderful aren’t they :)
David Clark
superb photo
- just captures the eye and whirls you off into space above the castle wall -the rock face is especially nice the light and rock detail come through wonderfully—you should be proud of this one – davePaulette x replied
Many thanks indeed David, it is one of my favourite photos; much appreciated :)
bexs20
wat an amazing pic!! so sorry havent been in touch!! lifes mad!! but i see your still doing magic photos!! lovely!! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Paulette x replied
You’re not forgiven, get yourself round here or suffer the consequences :)) Many thanks Bex! xx
Mark Tisdale
Beautiful details in the rocks.
Paulette x replied
thanks Mark, they were quite a site! :))
Jenifer
Wow, This is so cool, awesome shot!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Jenifer, I love hitting the awesome spot! :))
SarahCook
WOW!!!!
Paulette x replied
Ha, many thanks Sarah! A ‘wow’ is always nice :))
naturelover
Incredible shot- great colours and textures -just fabulous!!
Paulette x replied
Gosh, many thanks for your lovely comment :))
BigD
The rocks are awesome in the foreground. BigD
Paulette x replied
Amazing aren’t they – many thanks! :)
mikebov
Amazing composition, I love the way the rocks spiral up to the castle
Paulette x replied
Thank you Mike, they are beautiful aren’t they.
Di Jenkins
Really wonderful comp! And an amazing history too! I love the way the rocks seem to swirl up from the sand.
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Di, the rocks were a lovely sight to see :)
syd baker
This is outstanding, doubly so because you added to my knowledge of the history of this fine land!
Paulette x replied
What a lovely comment, thanks very much Syd! :)
Mariann Kovats
Fantastic composition and effect!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Mariann! I had a lot to work with :)
Pat Yager
A most amazing shot, Paulette! I’d love to know more about the geologic history of this promontory. The U.K. has such a huge variety of geological wonders, and you’ve shown this particular “upshot” beautifully! Thanks! – Pat
Paulette x replied
Thank you Pat, it was quite something to see :)
Sineload
I spent many days on this beach as a child. Wonderful.
Paulette x replied
Ah lovely – it is my partner’s home town. Thanks for the favourite! :)
Steve Chapple
Outstanding composition that helps to create a mood to match the scene. Well done.
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Steve, glad you liked it! :)
Jennifer Woodward
Gorgeous! Love the unusual textures and leading lines, well captured! :-)
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Jennifer, it was a wonderful place to work with. :)
Alessandro Pinto
Absolutely sensational.. truly a gem..!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks, glad you liked it so much :)
fotonio
Excellent work, I love the colors!!!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Vivi, and thank you so much for the favourite! :)
linda858100
stunning capture
Paulette x replied
Many thanks again Linda! :)
Xandru
WOW … the diagonal rock strata makes this image dynamic. This leads the eye to the ruins, arousing curiosity in the viewer. Well done.
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Alex, I was fortunate with the subject certainly :)
June Ferrol
Amazing subject and Nature at it’s Best here for sure…you have certainly captured it wonderfully.
Paulette x replied
Many thanks June, glad you liked it :)
Antanas
very good comp
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Antanas, one of my favourites :)
PPPhotoArt
what an awesome shot Paulette, looks amazing!!!
Paulette x replied
Ah, thank you so much, I love an awesome now and then! :))
Jen Ryan
On placing in the top 10 in this weeks challenge in
The Woman Photographer!
Paulette x replied
ooh many thanks, i had no idea, much appreciated :)
Steve Sharp
I just love that sweep of rock strata leading up to the castle, couldn’t have been better placed!
Paulette x replied
It was amazing to see. Glad you liked it Steve :)
brigusser
Amazing piece of work…...........
Paulette x replied
Many thanks, much appreciated :)
Jonicool
Fantastic!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Joni, I just took a look through your work you have skill with textures – love your bird images :)
Barbara Corvino
Beautiful colors and texture.
Ciao. Barbara
Paulette x
Many thanks for looking in Barbara glad you liked it :)
HelmD
There are some places on earth that beg to be captured in just the right way…and you have achieved that with utmost skill and precision in this image. Your lines are amazing and the color and lighting is exquisite! My new favorite!
Paulette x replied
Well David, that has to be the best comment I could have wished for. Thanks you so very much. I’m back in Ireland soon and am so looking forward to lots more photo opportunities. Many thanks for the favourite :)
Karen Tillotson
What an amazing shot! Beautiful!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Karen, this shot seems to be getting lots of attention this week and even made a sale. I wonder what brought it to peoples attention? Many thanks for your lovely comment, much appreciated :)
Rosemary Scott
Fantastic shot Paulette. The sweep of the rock is an inspired inclusion in your composition….. well done!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Rosemary, the rock was captivating :)
Paulette x replied
Ooh and thanks for the favourite! :)
Kent Burton
Excellent and gorgeous work! Congrats on the feature!! – Kent
Paulette x replied
Many thanks indeed and thank you for the favourite :)
PPPhotoArt
Paulette, really well done on your features and congrats on homepage!!!!!
Paulette x replied
Gosh, what a lovely surprise this morning. Many thanks Patricia :)
CapturedByKylie
Congratulations on being featured on the Red Bubble Home page! (March 17th 2009)
Happy St Patrick’s day!!
Paulette x replied
Thank you so much, such an honour. :)
shanghaiwu
brilliant on HOMEPAGE
Paulette x replied
Thank you very much for your support :)
Joanne Bradley
That is one incredible landscape, view and castle! Congrats on homepage feature! And Happy St-Pat’s day!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks indeed Joanne, it is a lovely surprise. Happy St Patrick’s day to you :)
adgray
A beautiful shot of that wonderful place!
and the treatise to go with it is a good selection for it’s informative history
This is an outstanding Ekphrasis
Chookas! X♣X
Paulette x replied
Many thanks for your support. I haven’t seen your group before – interesting :)
Paulette x replied
Oh and many thanks for the favourite! :)
Cora Wandel
Congratulations on being on RedBubble’s homepage!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Cora, I’m delighted :)
Jodie Elchah
Congratulations Paulette Well done ..Jodie : )xx
Paulette x replied
Gosh Jodie, hi! Hope you are keeping well and that your son returned safely from his travels. Many thanks :)
greenfrog153
Congratulations on making the homepage!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks, much appreciated :)
wildflower83
Great shot! I really like this
Paulette x replied
Many thanks, appreciated:)
dmarie
beautiful shot :-)
Paulette x replied
Many thanks for the favourite, glad you liked it :)
Travis Easton
such a strong outcropping of rock, great shot, congrates on the home page
Paulette x replied
It is a stunning place and this rock was amazing. Many thanks Travis, much appreciated :)
ragman
Happy St Patrick’s Day from all at Irish Eyes and congrats on achieving homepage
Paulette x replied
Thanks very much, happy St Patrick’s Day to you too! I’ll be back in Kerry on Saturday sampling some guinness!
Christian Zammit
WELL DONE for featuring in the redbubble homepage.
your work is really great
Christian Zammit
Paulette x replied
Thank you very much Christian, much appreciated :)
A90Six
WooHooYoo! The hugest congrats! Go You! What a boost!
:) Tony.
Paulette x replied
thanks biggun xx
earthangel
Slaite!
What a haunting image! I’ll add that to my “must go to list” for Ireland. Thanks for the accompanying info too. Happy St Pats. Congratulations on the feature.
Paulette x replied
Lovely response, many thanks indeed. Happy St Patrick’s Day to you too and thanks for the favourite :)
James Cole
What an amazing location and a spectacular shot.
Paulette x replied
Many thanks James – it is a beautiful place on the edge of a sandy bay surrounded by beautiful rock formations. I’m back there on Saturday and can’t wait! :)
cammiecakes
This is perfect. So well done.
Paulette x replied
Thank you Cammie, glad you liked it :)
Andrew Stockwell
Great shot. Great leading lines, and use of the rule of thirds. Great textures and detail. Wonderful!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Andrew, I’ve just returned from the same spot and it was beautiful all over again :)
Waleska Luker
You have being Featured in the...
First Things Group
Paulette x replied
Many thanks, very much appreciated x
Orla Cahill
That’s an amazing photo Paulette. Well done. And congrats on all the features.
Paulette x replied
Thanks Orla, five features and two sales on this image now so that’s lovely. Glad you liked it :)
Elaine van Dyk
Wow, what a beautiful, textured rockface, and what a fantastic composition! Wonderful work.
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Elaine, glad you liked it so much – it has been a successful piece :)
Jens Helmstedt
Stunning shot! I like it!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Jens! :)
Nancy Vice
Excellent shot! I love the curvy rocks coming down from the Castle…like a cape worn by the castle to protect its existence from the environment :) Great photo!
Paulette x replied
What a lovely interpretation, many thanks Nancy :)
Anne McGinn
stunning!!
Paulette x replied
Thanks very much Anne, much appreciated :)
Stuart Thorpe
Look at the power of nature and the puny power of man….what a wonderful image!
Paulette x replied
Ah yes, clearly illustrated and very well spotted – many thanks :)
Paulette x replied
Oh, and many thanks for the favourite Stuart :)
jacqleen
Great Great POV and Tones here…...........Beatiful Capture and very Deserving of all your Features!!! xx
Paulette x replied
Many thanks for the favourite Jacqleen, it is a wonderful place to be standing on the beach looking up at this as the sun goes down. Lovely memories :)
Scott d'Almeida
stunning.
Paulette x replied
Thanks again Scott – you picked two of my favourites this time :)
Jan Piller
wow!!! waaaay cool shot!!
Paulette x replied
Ha, many thanks for your enthusiasm Jan! Very much appreciated :)
Olga
Absolutely stunning… Should be in National Geographic!
Paulette x replied
What a lovely comment, thank you so much :)
EarthGipsy
One of my personal favourite castles! Stunning image ~ thought about adding it to the Heritage Listed and Other Trust Sites groups challenge
Paulette x replied
Many thanks, much appreciated :)
DaRkSiLeNcE
wow, this is like a seashell!! what an amazing place also!!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks for your support, this has been one of my most popular images, glad you liked it :)
EarthGipsy
Congratulations on your feature in Heritage Listed and Other Trust Sites World Wide
Paulette x replied
Many thanks EarthGipsy, very much appreciated :)
Ann Garrett
Beautiful sweeping lines
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Ann, much appreciated :)
simonesphotos
Stunning work, the composition is just superb!
Paulette x replied
Thank you for your support Simone, much appreciated :)
Waleska Luker
Congratulations! On making the Top Ten in a First Things Group challenge.
Paulette x replied
Many thanks, lovely news! :)
wdphotografics
a wonderful image very well composed
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Wayne, thank you for looking in :)
annk
An amazing capture and makes you realise how young Tasmania(Aust) is and to believe most of our Convicts (ancestors) came from this area.
Kind Regards Ann
Paulette x replied
Thank you Ann, glad you liked this :)
Brendan Schoon
Fantastic!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Brendan, this has certainly been my most popular piece :)
dvande1
wonderful color and texture!
Paulette x replied
Many thanks for looking in, glad you liked this :)
ralph arce
Awesome image! :D
Paulette x replied
Many thanks for your support Raphael:)
Duncan Waldron
This is just a brilliant shot, Paulette. Solid composition and a wonderful colour palette.
Paulette x replied
Many thanks Duncan for your very nice comment, much appreciated :)
jonpalma
Wow! Fantastic shot!
Paulette x replied
Thank you again Jon, this is my most successful image to date with the most sales. Many thanks for the favourite. I had a look through your work and you have an excellent eye for composition. If you join lots of groups and add your pictures to them more people will see your work and I’m sure they’ll love it.:)
Donald Cameron
No way! That’s such a striking image, well captured. I go over to southern Ireland every couple of years but haven’t seen this before, will need to make a visit next time I’m over.
Paulette x replied
Ah, thank you so much Donald. Ballybunion has exceptionally beautiful sandy beaches (3 or 4): the mens strand, the ladies strand, the nuns strand, the white strand and a shore cove of black stones called reenafoyle that sits amongst incredible rock formations. The sandy beaches are framed with unbelievably gorgeous cliffs with bright orange, yellow, gold and green. At low tide you can go into these cliffs and it will blow your mind. There are numerous castles nearby , Lick Castle is another in Ballybunion itself. Don’t miss this place next time you visit, it will take your breath away :))
Anastasiia Kuc...
wow! stunning!
Paulette x replied
Thank you very much again Anastasiia :)
redtree
Excellent shot. Everything is perfect.
Paulette x replied
Thanks very much for the favourite, much appreciated :)
Roslyn Slater 28 days ago
Great shot. Love the perspective.
Paulette x replied 27 days ago
Thank you for your comment Roslyn, glad you liked it :)
Ian Stevenson 19 days ago
awesome
Paulette x replied 19 days ago
Thanks very much Ian, I always love an ‘awesome’ :)
raymondo 19 days ago
Love the west coast… fantastic shot…
Paulette x replied 19 days ago
Many thanks Raymondo, very much appreciated :)
Caterpillar 17 days ago
Perfect picture, wonderful composition!
Paulette x replied 16 days ago
Ah, thanks very much, you picked my home page feature too! Glad you liked it :)
x- pose Klaus ... 12 days ago
A beautiful motive, Paulette!
Paulette x replied 12 days ago
Thank you very much, glad you liked it :)
Mojca Savicki 12 days ago
Wow, what a shot!
Paulette x replied 12 days ago
Thank you so much for the favourite Mojca, much appreciated :)
Derek Dobbie 7 days ago
wonderful capture with good layers of colour. well done.
Paulette x replied 7 days ago
Many thanks for taking a look Derek, glad you liked this :)
Marie Sharp about 12 hours ago
Paulette x replied about 12 hours ago
Many thanks Marie, what a lovely surprise :)