A View From The Khlong, a photo from Pathum Thani, Central

Photographer's Note

Away from congested Bangkok, i recently moved to a more quieter and less crowded place.. this is a view of the khlong, 50 meters away from home.

About the shot
There are contrasting elements in this photo that i would like to convey. It somehow attracts my attention yielding me to take the shot.

About the title, A khlong (also commonly spelled Klong; Thai: คลอง) is the general name for a canal in the central plain of Thailand. These canals are spawned by the Chao Phraya, the Tha Chin, the Mae Klong Rivers and their tributaries. The Thai word khlong is not limited to artificial canals; also many smaller rivers are referred to as khlong followed by the name of the stream. (From Wikipedia)

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tedesse, Kielia, PaulVDV, feather, derek3755, asajernigan, xavshot, patdeph, syd1946, gary91, AiresSantos, bakes888, trekks has marked this note useful

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jimkilgallon (0) 2008-08-16 19:32

Hi Albert
Very nice lighting captured here with the colours also complimenting. The ripples and reflections in the water add depth, it must be good that this is relatively unknown to tourists unlike Bangkok.
Regards
Jim

ribeiroantonio (22730) 2008-08-16 19:52

It seams a bit over-exposed but still is a nice photo with good colours and a good POV too.
Antonio

fkostas (454) 2008-08-16 20:15

Hi Albert,

I like the colour, composition, and find the lighting to be just right. Nice sharpness as well.

Farah

danyy (0) 2008-08-16 23:10

Bonjour Albert,
une photo très colorée pour un restaurant un peu original, en tous cas par rapport à ceux que nous connaissons par ici.
Un peu d'industriel derrière, du coup, c'est moins sympathique, mais c'est la réalité.
Jolis reflets.
Best regards.
Daniel.

Kielia (24077) 2008-08-17 0:01

Hi Albert,
thanks for this beautiful composition and the interesting note. I think you did a phantastic job! Due to the colours and the light you have created an amazing atmosphere of the river.
Warm regards
Harriet

Nicou (193806) 2008-08-17 0:29

Hello,

Quel beau reflet, superbe et ces couleurs, ce sont des maisons ambulantes sur bâteau, très beau boulot.

Bravo et amitié

Nicou

pcp (3396) 2008-08-17 1:05

Hi Albert,

Beautiful light and good composition to highlight this restaurent with symmentry. nicely framed. Well done my friend.

TFS

Senthil

Very very Soon :)

siamesa (28231) 2008-08-17 2:16

Good morning Albert
Splendid view of this river and the floating restaurant.Fantastic colours and reflections in thewater.The colored bridge seems lovely. Superb picture. TFS
Congratulations.
Maria

MarcT (20964) 2008-08-17 2:21

Hi Albert,
Nicely colored view wirh good light and reflections of that typical place.
Cheers
Marc

PaulVDV (62802) 2008-08-17 2:45

Hello Albert,
Beautiful colours, also in the reflections.
Good composition. Clear and sharp picture. Good idea to tell the TE-members where the excellent Thai food can be found in (or near) Bangkok.
Best regards, Paul

claudeD (47754) 2008-08-17 3:06

Hello Albert,

I like this shot very much because of the fresh colors and the good reflections in the water.Well done.

With regards from Luxembourg

Jean-Claude

feather (51130) 2008-08-17 4:19

I love the luminosity and reflections in the water. There are bright parts but I don't see that as over-exposure as there are details to be seen and it gives the image the luminosity I mentioned. The boats themselves are very colourful. Nice to see something new from your country.
Kath

derek3755 (2341) 2008-08-17 5:11

Hi Albert

lovely light, making for some beautiful reflections, like the composition. TFS.

Regards
Derek

tedesse (25147) 2008-08-17 6:17

Hello!
Fantastic view,beautiful colours,good sharpness and light,nice reflections.
Greetings
Tadeusz

asajernigan (21427) 2008-08-17 7:11

Albert,
The lighting in this shot is outstanding providing excellent warmth and color. The reflection adds nice depth and balance for the scene. Your composition is fine with the river leading the eye past the restaurant.
TFS,
Asa

xavshot (69835) 2008-08-17 7:41

Bonjour Albert
les couleurs ressortent bien dans cette image et tu as su profiter de la richesse des reflets. j'aime bien cette image. Beau travail;
Xavier

patdeph (35750) 2008-08-17 10:29

hello Albert
I don't understand why this place is not mentioned in the books guides,it seems so beautiful and so typical!If I had found it when I was in Thailand,sure that I would have eat here!I also could say that the food is better when it's not made for tourists!Concerning the photo,the colours are splendid enhanced by the beautiful reflection!
Regards.
Pascale

syd1946 (1167) 2008-08-17 10:35

Hello Albert,
The mix of colors and the reflections made the image very beautiful.A floating restaurant...sounds very interesting,I hope to taste a food in such a nice place:)

Greetings,
Thomas

gary91 (15348) 2008-08-17 15:36

Hello Albert,
Yes I can fully understand what attracted you in this very contrasted view. There are so many color spots and the reflections in the water add to this impression.
This low evening light enhances the depth of the colors and create a marvelous painting.
Nice shot and thanks for your very complete note which I always appreciate.
Have a nice evening.
Best regards, Christian

AiresSantos (56155) 2008-08-18 0:02

Hi Albert
Wonderful colours and light in this fine composition. I like so much the reflections and how you framed it.
Very good photojob
Greetings
Aires

ElAprendiz (30) 2008-08-18 5:49

Hello Albert:

Thank you for visiting my gallery and allowing me to know yours.

The view is nice too, for the great amount of detail, elements and beautiful tonalities, building on existing good lighting.

The reflections in the water is very natural and appreciate the frame is well balanced.

John

bakes888 (18499) 2008-08-25 1:09

Hi Albert. Wonderful photo. Wonderful light and colour. The patterns and colours in the reflections add to the relaxed mood of this shot. Well composed and thanks for sharing.
Regards, Paul.

trekks (14348) 2008-09-22 2:54

hi Albert

I like this colorful view of houses built on boats and very nicely presented in natural warm light to give a great perspective view.

tfs, bill

Scharan (14144) 2008-09-26 16:13

Olá Albert

Uma foto com um belo cenário colorido, muito alegre. Bonito ponto de vista, parabéns!
GA
Vera

faubry (35447) 2009-03-22 11:49

wonderful photo, i would like visit this country!!! superb place!
congratulations
francine