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We don’t travel to cities very often. I’m more of a country mouse, I suppose.
Recently, we decided to try a few days in Charleston, South Carolina, having heard what a nice city it is for a number of reasons. Charleston did not disappoint in the least.
Tucked away in a remote corner of a park on the waterfront – a place where I’m sure nobody ever goes – we found this cute little fountain chugging away on a beautiful, warm night. It was our great fortune that there were no other people around. Nope, no one taking photos of the fountain itself; no one posing for wedding or engagement shots; no one walking into the frame; no kids jumping around in the water. Just me, Susan, and a camera.
(Just kidding. The park was loaded with humans!)
During a break in the activity around this icon of Charleston, I managed to fire off seven frames to merge in Photomatix to a 32-bit TIF, no tonemapping, ranging from 1/4s to 15s.
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Love that shot Rob, the stars make it sparkle.
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Sweet shot Robm bonus with the cliuds and moon in there. This place is great to shoot but there are always so many people around, you did well with so many brackets
I am a Charleston wedding photographer, fountain is Wedding central. So believe me when I have never seen a shot this good of the fountain
This is a wonderful shot! Breathtaking!
amazing Rob.Lovely shot…
What a terrific photograph, Rob! Those colors and details work perfectly in harmony with the setting to create something special and compelling here!
Totally awesome, Rob. I can see why it’s called Pineapple.
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Super capture of this fountain. You certainly pulled out all the light with your 7 frames. Nicely done.
I’m actually relocating to Charleston from NJ for business, so I’ve been researching the location and things to do online, as well as browsing charleston sc homes for sale. What would you say your favorite thing about the area is? Also, are there any areas you would recommend looking for homes in, or avoiding?