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August 2011 Features

Education by CharmCity

Suggester says; He knows how to capture the right textures and the right lighting with the right angles.
Education by ~CharmCity
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by KissiePie)

Beyond the Shadows by VikklePickle

Suggester says; I love the colours. And the branches, too. Somehow, that makes the picture perfect. I'd like to be able to capture somewhere with this much melancholy.
Beyond the Shadows by ~VikklePickle
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Exillior)

Miniature Chester by Rustmouth

Suggester says; Fantastic tilt-shift photography - like a wonderful moment frozen in time.
Miniature Chester by *Rustmouth
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by GraphiteColours)

Shanghai Jin Mao by xMEGALOPOLISx

Suggester says; A very bold portrayel of a nightscape with spectacular results.Shanghai Jin Mao by *angelreich
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Kaz-D)

facade xvi by ChristianRudat

Suggester says; Those colors are so stunning! I love how they contrast with the white!
facade xvi by ~ChristianRudat
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Quolia)

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New York, New York V by PatriciaD

New York, New York V by ~PatriciaD is a fantastic use of double exposure with a surreal result.
(Featured by kinipelahh)

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Emanuella. by abcxyz91291

Emanuella. by =abcxyz91291 is a unique piece of urban and rural photography with a fantastic outcome.
(Featured by kinipelahh)

Trainstation by TWPictures

Suggester says; I love the selective colouring used here; the bright orange makes for an extremely effective shot that perfectly embodies the dynamism of high-speed transport.
Trainstation by ~TWPictures
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by GraphiteColours)

Makati World by aymanko0o

Makati World by *aymanko0o is a stunning shot of the city with fantastic colours.
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by LuckySwift15)

Emden by Scorpidilion

Suggester says; It's a wonderfully stitched panorama of a beautiful scene. The timing is great and the clarity is stunning. I think it's just profound overall.
Emden by ~Scorpidilion
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by 3wyl)

random architecture 06 by thailaun

Suggester says; Fantastic use of angles and point of view. Almost looks like a stairway to heavenrandom architecture 06 by ~thailaun
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Agnaya)

Ghost Town Lx - Part 1 by jpgmn

Suggester says; The quality of the photo is astounding. Time lapse shots can be difficult to master, and the artist has done a fantastic job with it. I also feel like there is a deeper meaning there, with a lack of people and the transparent train.
Ghost Town Lx - Part 1 by =jpgmn
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by IanSkills)

Sulphur factory by Haszczu

Suggester says; The artist always had an eye for amazing industrial places. This piece explains nothing less than his talent to capture feelings and essence through photography. Make sure to check out his whole gallery.
Sulphur factory by *Haszczu
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Bekey)

Catwalk to heaven by KeesSmans

Suggester says; I like the minimalism and abstract feel to this wonderful architectural shot!
Catwalk to heaven by *KeesSmans
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Kaz-D)

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Jasenovac Detail by daca-rajkich

Suggester says; This is an absolutely stunning picture with fantastic composition and very beautiful lines that create such an abstract, surreal atmosphere full of mystery and beauty! It feels like time just stopped for a moment and there's only cold reality in front of you full of truth and life!
Jasenovac Detail by ~daca-rajkich
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Mishelangello)

Mars by Catliv

Suggester says; The thumb looks obscure and faded, but wow, the amount of detail in the photo itself is gobsmacking!
Mars by ~Catliv
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Exillior)

.: p e a k :. by 1Durden1

.: p e a k :. by ~1Durden1 is a beautifully dramatic architectural shot.
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Astralseed)

OMV II by focusgallery

Suggester says; I was always a sucker for shots like this; clouds/steam infront of the rising/setting sun. The effect that it creates looks amazing and this is a great example of it. Really nice scene and lovely colors!
OMV II by *focusgallery
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by PatrickRuegheimer)

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Green A by thebrokenview

Suggester says; I really love the depth that's captured in this piece, the contrast between green and grey and the overall urban feel.
Green Abyss by ~bRokEnCHaR
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Kaz-D)

New York - Quarters only by DarkSaiF

A unique and stunning view of New York City
New York - Quarters only by *DarkSaiF
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Astralseed)

Magura - Panorama by vxside

Magura - Panorama by ~vxside is a perfectly executed panorama with beautifully rich colours.
(Featured by kinipelahh)

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by deviantARTISTRY

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by ~deviantARTISTRY is a beautiful look at architecture with fantastic composition.
(Featured by kinipelahh)

Gunnersbury Park, Fog I by PlasticusForkus

Gunnersbury Park, Fog I by ~PlasticusForkus is a wonderful, misty shot which draws you in with it's somewhat chilling feel.
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Kaz-D)

Fernsehturm BERLIN by Yannersatz

Fernsehturm BERLIN by ~Yannersatz is a dizzying example of architecture photography with fantastic results!
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Exillior)

Ella Megalast burls forever by werol

Suggester says; The colors are really great and the different layers of landscape are amazing. Finally, the light is amazing!Ella Megalast burls forever by `werol
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by duudh)

Arena Monterrey by eDamak

Arena Monterrey by *eDamak is a stunning, reflective architectural shot with beautiful tones.
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by gummyrabbit)

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Kazan: Qolsharif Mosque by Nightcitylights

Suggester says; Just one look at this wonderful photograph and you are left speechless. I could spend hours just looking at the colours and the amazing detail. Perfect photograph in every way.
Kazan: Qolsharif Mosque by *Nightcitylights
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by MissEmeraldEyes)

nexus by kevinsaintgrey

nexus is another beautiful example of abstract architectural photography from ~kevinsaintgrey's gallery.
(Featured by kinipelahh)

Farmer of Garut by randyrakhmadany

Farmer of Garut by *R3ndybl4ck is a fantastic capture of country life with beautifully vivid colours.
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by xthumbtakx)

Diamond Harp by leapintotheboundless

Suggester says; The shapes are greatly accentuated with the monotone and I like how disjointed it feels and yet there is still a firm connection here.
Diamond Harp by *leapintotheboundless
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by 3wyl)

Atlas by calleartmark

Suggester says; The perspective is fantastic, emphasising the weight of the world carried on Atlas' shoulders, and the contrast between moving clouds and static buildings captured by the long exposure is fascinating as well.
Atlas by ~Chiiron
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by GraphiteColours)

Panorama of Sydney Skyline I by Alitn

Panorama of Sydney Skyline I by *IAMSORRY87 is a stunning panoramic view of Sydney. The view of the city in the background perfectly compliments the image.
(Featured by kinipelahh)

CityScape I by Hengki24

Suggester says; It's amazing how the buildings seem to rise so suddenly out of the fog in this photo; the whole scene has a surreal feel to it, and the black and white tones add just a hint of a post-apocalyptic touch, eerie and mesmerising.
CityScape I by *Hengki24
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by GraphiteColours)

Cor by 555nm

Suggester says; It's a beautiful and elegant capture with crisp edges that captures the appeal of modern architecture perfectly
Cor by ~555nm
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Jammy-P)

Market by djailledie

Suggester says; I think this is a lovely shot, with lots of colour and a great depiction of true country life
Market by *djailledie
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by Kaz-D)

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque by yasir2007

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque by ~yasir2007 is a stunning shot of an equally stunning piece of architecture. The angle, composition and monotone really add something else to the image and is altogether a fantastic shot.
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by capricordestin)

Electric Tower by Gynormus-Cranius

Suggester says; Electric Tower by ~Gynormus-Cranius is the gobsmacking culmination of hard work and luck. Shots of urban thunderstorms are 5 cents a dozen, but this one is truly unique. The way the lightning dominates the frame is electrifying (pardon the pun), while the raindrops in the foreground lend the photo a bleak nature which complements the frenzied energy of the lightning.
(Featured by kinipelahh, suggested by donnymurph)

City Hall I by Matthias-Haker

City Hall I by *illpadrino is a fantastic shot showcasing a stunning piece of architecture. Tower Bridge is a nice touch in the background and the dramatic sky completes the photo.
(Featured by kinipelahh)

...rovinj II... by roblfc1892

With a wonderful use of long exposure, ...rovinj II... by *roblfc1892 is a shot that caught my eye straight away. The positioning of the shot is perfect and the monochrome is a beautiful touch.
(Featured by kinipelahh)

urbanKeops2 _ the green desert by bosniak

urbanKeops2 _ the green desert by `bosniak showcases a stunning glowing effect around the building, created by placing the sun directly behind the ledge. The reflection in the glass, and the vivid colors, complete the photograph.
(Featured by FritsPlays)

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Sunset panorama of town Split by Lidija-Lolic

Sunset panorama of town Split by ~photologia is a perfect example of a seamless panorama. It displays the colorful Croatian town of Split as the sun sets behind the hills, which really adds a unique feeling to the panorama.
(Featured by FritsPlays, suggested by kinipelahh)

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Milwaukee Art Museum Atrium 1 by mickeyd600

Milwaukee Art Museum Atrium 1 by ~mickeyd600 pictures the atrium of the Milwaukee Art Museum at its best. The blue evening sky compliments the design of the structure, the reflection on the floor and the man staring out of the window complete the photograph.
(Featured by FritsPlays)

14944 by urg

Photographs from Pripyat always intrigue me, and when I stumbled upon 14944 by ~urg, it just took my breath away. This concert hall was abandoned over 25 years ago, when reactor 4 of the Chernobyl power plant was destroyed in a terrible disaster. Looking at the rubble on the stands, I can't help but feel amazed to see how fast man-made structures decay once we abandon them. The lighting helps set the eerie mood of the image, and the composition is spot on.
(Featured by FritsPlays)

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stair confusion by kraftseins

stair confusion by ~kraftseins is a great example of taking a unique approach in photographing staircases. The artist made great use of the lighting, the angle is very interesting, and the lack of color makes the details stand out brilliantly.
(Featured by FritsPlays)

Fire water by arthurking83

Fire water by ~arthurking83 The suggester says; "I love the colors in this photograph, and the composition is just perfect.", and I couldn't agree more. The setting sun creates a stunning light show in the sky, as it colors the clouds in lovely shades of red. As the artist noted in a comment, there's a sense of irony in this photograph as well. According to the photographer, the structure emitting the steam clouds is a cooling tower, part of a power station that burns coal, a fossil fuel. The irony lays in the fact that something that is considered by most people as dangerous and bad (generating electricity by using fossil fuels) can be turned into something gorgeous (like this photograph). Be sure to check out the rest of this photographer's gallery!
(Featured by FritsPlays, suggested by kinipelahh)

Forth Rail Bridge by sensorfleck

Fourth Rail Bridge by ~sensorfleck displays great usage of lines and a long exposure time by the photographer. The choice for black-and-white adds a dramatic feeling to the composition.
(Featured by FritsPlays)

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