Missing light bulb, a photo from Lincolnshire, England

Photographer's Note

With her impressive recent view of the Lincoln Cathedral interior (click here to see it), Malgo (emka) has provoked me to upload a photo from inside of this magnificent temple as well.

Lincoln Cathedral Vaults
One major architectural feature of Lincoln Cathedral are the spectacular vaults. The varying vaults within the cathedral are said to be both original and experimental. The vaults especially, clearly define the experimental aspect seen at Lincoln. There are several different kinds of vaults that differ between the nave, aisles, choir, and chapels of the cathedral. Along the North Aisle there is a continuous ridge rib with a regular arcade that ignores the bays. Meanwhile, on the South Aisle there is a discontinuous ridge rib that puts an emphasis on each separate bay. The North West Chapel has quadripartite vaults and the South Chapel has vaults that stem from one central support columns. The use of sexpartite vaults allowed for more natural light to enter the cathedral through the clerestory windows, which were placed inside of each separate bay. Saint Hugh's Choir exhibits extremely unusual vaults. It is a series of asymmetrical vaults that appear to almost be a diagonal line created by two ribs on one side translating into only a single rib on the other side of the vault. This pattern divides up the space of the vaults and bays, perfectly placing the emphasis on the bays. The chapter house vaults are also interesting. It is a decagonal building with a single, central column that twenty ribs rise from. Each separate area of Lincoln can be identified solely by the different vaults of the space. Each vault, or each variation of the vault, is fresh and original. They illustrate innovative thinking and great creativity.

ikeharel, tyro, holmertz, jhm, nikkitta, PiotrF, pili51, adramad, delpeoples, COSTANTINO heeft deze opmerking als nuttig gemarkeerd

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jemaflor (147156) 2015-09-14 23:10

Hi Marius,
Bravo, excellent photo perfectly managed,nice exposure and light capture, beautiful ceiling, original angle very interesting result.

emka (158172) 2015-09-14 23:16

Cześc mariusz,

Haha, rzutem na taśmę jeszcze jedno zdjecie przed wyjazdem :). Fantastyczne sklepienie i idealny kadr. Rzeczywiście w prawym górnym rogu żarówka sie przepaliła i jak ja teraz zmienić? Super kompozycja. Fajne kolory. Doskonałe pod każdym wzgledem.

Pozdrawiam serdecznie

MAłgorzata

tyro (30513) 2015-09-14 23:50

Hi Mariusz,

How nice that you have linked your photograph and note to the three photographs which Malgo uploaded just yesterday. And interesting that you took this picture just last week while Malgo took hers four years ago!

As always, you've written an interesting and informative note and also given us a beautiful photograph to accompany it. And now I'm looking in vain for the letters "W.L. PARIS" - but I don't see them. Perhaps Malgo's detailed picture of the roof vaults was taken in a different part of this magnificent cathedral?

And another thing here is something which almost fills me with fear - the sight of that missing or broken bulb - I fear that I might be the one asked to climb a very, very tall stepladder to replace it - oh, no!

But, despite my misgivings, this is a stunningly beautiful photograph with a fine strong symmetrical composition, lovely light and colours and exquisite details and sharpness - a perfect complement to Malgo's images of yesterday.

Beautiful!

Kind Regards,

John.

dkmurphys (79209) 2015-09-14 23:56

Hi mariusz,
Spectacular detail, a wonderful result of your original POV. Lovely, well done!

Daniel

Cricri (176) 2015-09-15 0:28

Hi Mariusz
Excellent tant dans le cadrage, la netteté, la prise des lumières et des couleurs, belle réussite
belle journée
cricri

mauro61 (53429) 2015-09-15 0:44

ciao Mariusz,
perfetto il taglio che esalta la resa delle geometrie.
Ottima la gestione della luce,
saluti
Maurizio

Royaldevon (85932) 2015-09-15 1:36

Hello Mariusz,

Last night, I browsed the 68 photographs from Lincoln; now there are 70!

Today, you have shown us a more artistic aspect of the cathedral, rather than a structural one. It just shows, no matter what your aspirations, if you look, you will always find something of interest, something different.

This is a very beautiful pattern, perfectly symmetrical apart from the missing light bulb! (You are demonstrating your detecting powers, noticing something like that!) It is a very unusual capture from a church or cathedral and, I think, that is why we like it so much.

I like how you have linked together the different shots from Lincoln, creating a sort of repartee between yourself and Malgo. I/m sure you will have inspired others to visit this attractive, ancient city.

Have a lovely day,
Bev :-)

Tue (92370) 2015-09-15 1:53

Hello Mariusz,
Beautiful photo of the impressive interior of the cathedral. The construction of its huge arches and other decorations can be admired in all its splendour. The missing light is a wonderful detail! :-)
Lars

holmertz (102708) 2015-09-15 2:28

Hello Mariusz,
This has become a splendid composition thanks to the perfect vertical angle of the shot and the tight crop. Without the assistance of the note it could even have been a bit puzzling; the kind of picture where your eyes and brain have to adjust for a few seconds to understand what you are looking at. It's a very clever photo and you made an amusing observation of the missing might bulb.
Kind regards,
Gert

ikeharel (113353) 2015-09-15 2:39

Hello Mariusz,
Fabulous returning pattern on view upwards to the ceiling of the cathedral.
This looks simple - but is not so, variable outside light with bulbs on, however,it is a fine lighting collected on.
My best regards,
Ike

jhm (211736) 2015-09-15 4:47

Witaj Mariusz,

I think not the one lamp shall your picture lesser make beautiful.
The ceiling is fantastic.
Sharpness and clarity are perfect also the colours.
Perfect perspective and depth picture.
Very well done, TFS.

Best regards,
John.

Sergiom (117241) 2015-09-15 6:42

Bonjour Mariusz,

Une photo parfaite. La symétrie est impeccable et l'illumination du plafond fait ressortir les très belles couleurs de l'ensemble.

Amicalement

Serge

lousat (139286) 2015-09-15 8:07

Hi Mariusz,ceilings of mosque or cathedrals are always very attractive,for me too.And it's always a great opportunity watching up looking for the best POV and the best exposure to take spectacles like that.A great capture from Lincoln,very symmetric and very bright,i like it! Have a nice evening and thanks,Luciano

Nicou (193806) 2015-09-15 8:25

Hello

quel cadrage et vue superbe quel plafond et effet cette voûte avec ces lumières qui scintillent fantastique image et ces arches le rendu sur la pierre grandiose compo.
Bravo et amitié
Nicou

jean113 (27879) 2015-09-15 8:38

Hello Mariusz, how observant of you!The title draws us in as we too try to find the missing light bulb for ourselves.
Did you lie on your back to get this wonderful point of view?
Excellent work.
Regards Jean.

BennyV (34748) 2015-09-15 9:47

Hello Mariusz

A terrific architecture shot and that great title is the crowning element here. Searching for that particular bulb adds fun to architectural splendour. Best of both worlds!

Congratulations & tfs!

Benny

nikkitta (17070) 2015-09-15 13:22

Hola Mariusz,

Just comment Malgo' capture of this impressive cathedral, like here yours to best appreciated details of roof
With or without bulb , like the lights as stars ,as are here presented
Informative note as always
Maria

*The effect you noticed in same of my last post is produced by Lightroom, learning to use it

PiotrF (54698) 2015-09-15 16:23

Czesc Mariusz,
Swietna symetryczna kompozycja. Zdjecie zrobione na duzej przeslonie bo nawet osiagnales efekt gwiazdek ze zrodel swiatla - super dodaje to uroku zdjeciu.
Atrakcyjna kolorystyka i jakosc jak zwykle wspaniala
pozdrawiam
Piotr

ChrisJ (171822) 2015-09-15 17:53

Hi Marius,

The circles of stars remind me of the European Union flag. I hope Greece is not the missing lightbulb! A fine, ncek craning upward pov showing the wonderful patterns and repetition of the vaulted ceiling arches. Tfs.

Fis2 (170779) 2015-09-16 0:01

Witaj Mariusz!
Lubiê takie...!
Piekne sklepienie ladnie pokazane.
Super kolorki no i te zyrandole, ktore dodaja uroku tej pracy.
Podoba sie.
Milego dnia.
Krzysztof

rychem (72187) 2015-09-16 21:21

Jestem fanem gotyckich sklepień, pięknie, symetrycznie ujęte, doskonały rezultat graficzny, świetne zdjęcie
pozdrawiam Ryszard

mesutilgim (0) 2015-09-27 13:15

Hello Mariusz,
Amazing capture with topclass graphical effect.
I do hope that you didn't have backpains after youd made this capture !
TFS and best regards
MESUT ILGIM

adramad (72998) 2015-09-29 7:34

Hello Mariusz.
Perfect framing the roof of the cathedral, with a book .... symmetry is a very beautiful and difficult capture, is almost the best lie on the floor face up ....
Nice color, in these natural tones.
Too much sharpness, such as lighting are great.
Well taken photo. I like
Enjoy a good day.
Best wishes and see you soon.
Luis.

adores (46979) 2015-09-30 16:43

Hi Mariusz!
This composition is great, I just love the way you framed the ceiling. The details of the architecture and the star effect of the lights are really great!

fabianoleite (13575) 2015-10-05 7:04

This issing lightbulb became the central theme, very interesting. Since you mentioned it in the title, we go over all the photo to look for it. and the ceiling looks fantastic. Well done, great light management and framing. Have a nice week!

delpeoples (60342) 2015-10-11 1:44

Ciao dear Mariusz

Wow, this is a wonderful photo, I love the wide-angle and tight framing. If you hadn't pointed it out, I wouldn't have noticed the missing light bulb, but I like the fact it's missing, adding a touch of non-uniformity to a flawless image. Well done and I congratulate you on a superb job.

Warmest wishes
Lisa

COSTANTINO (116518) 2018-09-09 6:43

Hello dear friend and have a nice time
and a happy new week
original v ersion here
let your inspiration free
and think of
welldone
regards
Costantino