This challenge is all about the search for ´gold´ inside, my focus will be on natural light in interiors.
My interest in photos of decay and abandoned places made me wonder why nowadays photographers often use HDR (High Dynamic Range) software to handle the extreme contrast between dark interiors and light coming from outside. In my opinion where possible the results of natural light coming from outside is much more effective.
These 3 examples of my photos were all taken around the golden hour (roughly the first hour after sunrise or the last hour before sunset) , when the outside light is soft enough to accentuate the colors inside and don´t need any adjustments afterwards.
The key for me was visiting these places close to my house(s) in Spain a couple of times and see how the different hours of day enlightened the place. That was never a burden as I am intrigued by the history of these houses and the landscapes surrounding these abandoned villages. By spending time there and fantasizing about the people that lived there it made me aware of all the angles and details.
Of course the golden light of early morning and sunset were bringing out the best in them.
Thanks Paula for giving me a chance at these challenges and hope you find some ´Gold Inside´ anywhere for this challenge.
Thank you, Colline! The wall was very photogenic, I thought, but the whole scene in this abandoned train station waiting room was intrigueing! Have a great day, Ron.
Very kind of you to say, glad you enjoyed them, hope the delights willb e coming and indeed thanks to Paula for the opportunity to guest challenge here. Cheers, Ron.
Excellent invite Paula! Ron is one of the best Urbex photographers ever! His use of colour, dimensional depth, detail exploitation and shadow — all without HDR, is impeccable. He’s well rounded in other photography respects, and I love his blog El Bueno, El Feyo y El Malo.
Thats amazing to hear, Allan, glad you like the more natural way of Urbex photography and your compliments are too much, thanks for that and have a great weekend!
Ron
I love the golden hours as well but tend to shot nature and such during that time. I do not know if I will have time to get some shots for this challenge but your work has me wanting to try inside shots during the golden hour. Great stuff!
Hello John, my initial idea was to point photographers to the fact that with interior photos almost the same rules for natural light apply as for landscapes! Thanks so much for your kind words, Ron
Paula was right! Your photos are wonderful 🙂 I had already written my post before I saw this because I thought it was an unthemed week. Paula gave me a ‘nudge’ about the brilliant photos and topic and I find that some of my photos might! 🙂 just be relevant to the challenge. I’m not a photographer. More of a ‘mood’ person, who loves old houses. Thank you for sharing this. It’s beautiful
Thank you very much, Jo, sorry for being so late with mentioning my theme, but your contribution is amazing, the gold really shines and the background story makes it so much better! Cheers, Ron
The wattle makes it look that way I think. Mostly its rainy, windy and around 12C. I will be glad when we see more of the sun. Your summer sounds rather cold. I hope you get warmer weather in August.
Wonderful idea for the challenge, and I loooove your photographs! The second is great for the direction of the light, and the last for the subject matter!
What great inspirational photos Ron. The stair image is my favourite with the peep through to that golden orange light illuminating the room at the top of the stairs. I have photos taken in the golden hour, but they are all outside ones, so you have given me a challenge to try. But in the meantime I have come up with a slightly (actually more than slightly) different take on the theme. https://memoriesaremadeofthisblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/30/thursday-special-gold-inside/
Thanks very much, thats very kind of you to say! I was lucky with the last photo that above the golden streak on the wall there was a hole in the roof that illuminated the scene even more from a different angle 😉
I really like your take on Gold inside, very well chosen and captured!
Greetz, Ron.
Hard to choose as they are all wonderful images. I like the first for the light squeezing its way through the gaps, the second for the colours and the third because it looks like a painting. Thanks to Paula for drawing my attention to your work.
Magnificent – the golden hour light is certainly golden. All three of these are intriguing and gets you thinking about what is behind…or what is around the corner. I love especially the middle one, with the steps in focus and the hint of room and light to the left.
These are stunning photos. My favourite would be the last one of the chair.
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Thank you, Colline! The wall was very photogenic, I thought, but the whole scene in this abandoned train station waiting room was intrigueing! Have a great day, Ron.
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These are all very nice – I like the top one best for its symmetry and the nice way the center of the window frame is exposed.
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Thank you, Bob, did you notice the window knob almost looks like a face?
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No but I do now. 🙂
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These photos are stunning, Ron, and very painterly. I love the title you’ve given your post too. I’ll be checking out your blog for ongoing delights.
Thank you Paula, for enabling this pleasure. I hope your holiday was restful and superb.
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Very kind of you to say, glad you enjoyed them, hope the delights willb e coming and indeed thanks to Paula for the opportunity to guest challenge here. Cheers, Ron.
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wow. all 3–magical light, great composition. the first one is a stunner.
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Thanks a lot, guess the first is the best example of gold inside 😉
Greetings, Ron.
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the element of suspense as well. it just draws you in
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Really stunning images. Ron is such a master at capturing the light in these scenes. Beautiful. 🙂
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Yes, he is. This has been a real treat for my readers. Thank you, precious. I have a lot of catching up to do after my holiday. xx
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Don’t worry about catching up. It can be quite stressful. 😘
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You two are too flattering, but it works 😉
Thanks, Ron
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Excellent invite Paula! Ron is one of the best Urbex photographers ever! His use of colour, dimensional depth, detail exploitation and shadow — all without HDR, is impeccable. He’s well rounded in other photography respects, and I love his blog El Bueno, El Feyo y El Malo.
He has the golden touch!
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Yes! I am very honoured and pleased with Ron’s participation. I am glad that you are already familiar with his work. Thank you, Allan.
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Thats amazing to hear, Allan, glad you like the more natural way of Urbex photography and your compliments are too much, thanks for that and have a great weekend!
Ron
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I love the golden hours as well but tend to shot nature and such during that time. I do not know if I will have time to get some shots for this challenge but your work has me wanting to try inside shots during the golden hour. Great stuff!
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Hello John, my initial idea was to point photographers to the fact that with interior photos almost the same rules for natural light apply as for landscapes! Thanks so much for your kind words, Ron
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These photos are technically brilliant. Mine are no match but the idea of the inside interiors captured my imagination. Here’s my contribution http://artifactsandfictions.com/2015/07/30/silence-is-golden/
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🙂 Thank you, Suzanne. It must be difficult to capture caves. I applaud your bravery. It would be nerve wrecking for me too.
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They are creepy places – that’s for sure.
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Hi Suzanne, like I responded on your post, i think its very well done! Thanks for participating, Ron
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Paula was right! Your photos are wonderful 🙂 I had already written my post before I saw this because I thought it was an unthemed week. Paula gave me a ‘nudge’ about the brilliant photos and topic and I find that some of my photos might! 🙂 just be relevant to the challenge. I’m not a photographer. More of a ‘mood’ person, who loves old houses. Thank you for sharing this. It’s beautiful
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Thank you very much, Jo, sorry for being so late with mentioning my theme, but your contribution is amazing, the gold really shines and the background story makes it so much better! Cheers, Ron
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Thanks a lot, Ron. There were so many great entries! I’ve just finished reading them all now. Have a good weekend!
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I especially like the first one of the shuttered window and light…classic!
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Me too, though all three are brilliant 🙂
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Thanks a lot, Gerry, maybe the best example of golden light coming in 😉
Greetz, Ron.
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I couldn”t resist making another post about golden light. It’s so wet and cold down here right now it cheered me up. http://artifactsandfictions.com/2015/07/30/winters-gold/
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Your winter looks very appealing, Suzanne. 🙂 Our Summer right now is very wet and around 16 Celsius.
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The wattle makes it look that way I think. Mostly its rainy, windy and around 12C. I will be glad when we see more of the sun. Your summer sounds rather cold. I hope you get warmer weather in August.
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Hi, dearest Paula! Long time no see…..
Splendid post and splendid “come back”!
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Ciao Anna 🙂 It hasn’t been that long; I never take long holidays alas. This splendid post is by my genius guest.
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I meant that I missed you ! ( as if it had been two years since you left…….)
Ciao!
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Excellent series of golden light and suggestive interesting interiors
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Ron, your photos are stunning, and gave me a great lesson on the use of natural light as well. Thanks.
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Thanks so much, Lucile, great to hear, loved your shots too!
Have a great weekend, Ron.
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You’re most welcome, Ron. And thanks for the compliment too.
Enjoy a lovely weekend!
Lucile
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Fantastic post/photos/challenge! Not sure if I can participate since I’m on my vacation, but I’ll try.
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Thanks a lot, Cardinal, hope you dont take too much time of your holiday 😉
Greetings, Ron
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Wonderful idea for the challenge, and I loooove your photographs! The second is great for the direction of the light, and the last for the subject matter!
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Thank you, Sue, my favorite is the second, but very hard to say, cuz I cannot see the photos apart from the whole place they were taken 😉
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Indeed!
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What great inspirational photos Ron. The stair image is my favourite with the peep through to that golden orange light illuminating the room at the top of the stairs. I have photos taken in the golden hour, but they are all outside ones, so you have given me a challenge to try. But in the meantime I have come up with a slightly (actually more than slightly) different take on the theme. https://memoriesaremadeofthisblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/30/thursday-special-gold-inside/
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Thanks very much, thats very kind of you to say! I was lucky with the last photo that above the golden streak on the wall there was a hole in the roof that illuminated the scene even more from a different angle 😉
I really like your take on Gold inside, very well chosen and captured!
Greetz, Ron.
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Well, here’s my effort: http://suejudd.com/2015/07/30/thursdays-special-gold-inside/
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Hard to choose as they are all wonderful images. I like the first for the light squeezing its way through the gaps, the second for the colours and the third because it looks like a painting. Thanks to Paula for drawing my attention to your work.
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These are wonderful shots, Ron. And a very interesting challenge. Here’s my gold inside: http://tishfarrell.com/2015/07/30/thursdays-special-gold-inside/
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Thank you, Tish, your ´gold inside´ definitely captures the nice light coming in, beautiful!
Have a great weekend, Ron
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That is so nice of you, Ron. A fab weekend to you too.
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These photos really enchanted me. Just gorgeous , particularly the third one!
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Thanks a lot! Nice to see that so many have different favorites 😉
Cheers, Ron
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The are wonderful and extraordinarily painterly.
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Thank you, Hilary, very kind of you. Greetings, Ron.
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Magnificent – the golden hour light is certainly golden. All three of these are intriguing and gets you thinking about what is behind…or what is around the corner. I love especially the middle one, with the steps in focus and the hint of room and light to the left.
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