2019 Hof ter Kruisen, a photo from Oost-Vlaanderen, Flanders | TrekEarth
2019 Hof ter Kruisen by jhm (191443)
JHM New site DEC 2019  2020
My friend was my driver, this is my second picture of the same castle.
The Renaissance castle Hof ter Kruisen in Kaprijke dates from the mid-sixteenth century. Presumably it was built as a mansion. This is a sort of country retreat for wealthy city dwellers, who leased the farm but reserved certain parts for themselves. The walled castle is made of brick and natural stone. Until the middle of the seventeenth century it was well in the hands of the Baviθres, an important family whose members sat in the then supreme court, namely the Council of Flanders. The castle was protected in 1955.
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holmertz (83376) 2019-11-21 10:24
We see a fine Renaissance castle, but it is partly hidden behind the trees, so for me this photo is very much about colours and light. There are at least three green tones among the trees and the lawn and yellow and brown tones on the ground and in the background. They all match the colours of the building quite well, including the green door. The light falls very nicely on the faηade and there is a fine play of light and shadows in the grass. The long distance to the building gives an impression of great discretion from your side, but possibly this was also a better angle than could have been found much nearer.
COSTANTINO (93501) 2019-11-21 10:54
shadows and lights here play perfectly together
and generally the light falls nicely
Renaissance castle hof ter Kruisen
the long distance to the building
clic (22854) 2019-11-21 11:25
Dag John This little castle hiding behind the branches appears as a jewel of yesteryears, set on the green velvet shelve of an antique store. Pleasing shafts of light through the branches add interesting color densities on grass and on the pink wall. Groeten.
Miguel82 (35962) 2019-11-21 12:11
Hallo John, the castle is suggested behind the luxuriant vegetation. It has a tree filled garden and a green lawn. I like the golden afternoon light shining on the facade. Fine colors, good image quality, interesting photo note, regards.
Fis2 (142753) 2019-11-21 12:39
A very nice plce, curious castle.
I like framing and and colors.
pajaran (92238) 2019-11-21 12:47
Lepa zelena trava i drvece, lep Hof ter Kruisen.
Lepo poakzano, dobro uhvacen trenutak sa senkom i oblakom.
Beautiful green grass and trees, beautiful Hof ter Kruisen.
Beautifully presented, well captured moment with shadow and cloud.
jmdias (92039) 2019-11-21 12:50
the old house looks like hidden or peeking ahead the trees. nice details of the green areas around.
Silvio1953 (191323) 2019-11-21 13:36
Ciao John, great view of fascinating castle, fantastic autumnal colors, excellent clarity, splendid light and beautiful details, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio
jean113 (16127) 2019-11-21 13:37
Hello John, there is a lovely light here so typical of autumn. The shadows are also a lovely feature of your scene. The sunlight has lit up some of the castle that is half hidden in this view by the trees, as well as highlighting the beautiful autumn colours.
Tue (71978) 2019-11-21 14:10
Een uitstekende foto, de compositie is heel goed en er is een goede balans tussen het statige landhuis en de omliggende natuur en met name de bomen. Er is ook een aangenaam contrast tussen het heldere zonlicht en de schaduwen.
PiotrF (42764) 2019-11-21 14:13
A very nice autumn picture from this place with interesting building in background.
lousat (121085) 2019-11-21 14:56
Salut John,2eme photo de ce chateau et encore une fois les facades sont un peu cachees par les arbres,tu ne veu pas nous montrer le spectacle au complet alors..ehhee..mais pas mal,la composition est vraiment agreable avec les couleurs brillantes de l'automne,qualite' top. Bon WE et merci,Luciano
pierrefonds (93625) 2019-11-21 16:41
The trees are framing well the castle. The point of view is showing the details of the Hof ter Kruise castle. The light is making the colors to stand out. Have a nice day.
Nicou (188540) 2019-11-21 21:09
quelle maison blottie dans la vιgιtation superbe ce grand arbre une partie vert au sol l'autre avec le feuille sur le sol cette entrιe et porte verte superbe ιdifice et composition charmant
mcmtanyel (54649) 2019-11-21 21:40
Nice view from this manor. I like the fact that it is partially occluded by the tree, it adds a sense of mystery. 👍🏻👍🏻
papagolf21 (145160) 2019-11-21 23:23
tu as le don pour nous faire dιcouvrir des lieux oω la beautι rθgne en maξtre.
Ici, le regard se repaξt de la joliesse d'ensemble.
jemaflor (125791) 2019-11-21 23:37
Une jolie ambiance avec cette belle luminositι et ce jeu d'ombres et de lumiθre, la prιsentation de cette demeure est ainsi valorisιe.
abmdsudi (81652) 2019-11-22 7:03
Classic old castle nicely taken, you made the best of the light and autumnal colours framed by natural lushness of the trees. Great shot
rychem (68021) 2019-11-22 7:22
A very nice photo, beautiful view of the old castle hidden among trees, a very good photo as usual
ChrisJ (152474) 2019-11-22 9:07
What's not to like here? Strong light contrasts, perfect saturation, interesting sidelight and shadow play, and the bg cottage provides a good focal point. Tfs!
alvaraalto (38696) 2019-11-22 14:18
Vroeger waren er veel van dit soort buitenplaatsen rondom Haarlem. Veel zijn er opgeslokt door de uitbreiding van de stad en er zijn er nog maar een paar over die gelukkig een goede moderne bestemming hebben gevonden.
Goed weekend, Rob
macjake (92637) 2019-11-23 0:28
its great how we can see the green front door, I really like how castle is somewhat hidden, but yet also in view so we can get a sense of its size and shape. It would be great to go inside :) lovely light striking the front exterior to make your photo come alive, sweet shot! cheers
GyurMaster (16680) 2019-11-23 14:21
You showed a really beautiful place on this well-composed and illuminated postcard.
maloutim (13201) 2019-12-04 0:29
This is a lovely composition, with just part of the mansion half-hidden between the trees ! I love the game of sunlight and shade that gives a great refreshing effect.
Copyright: John Maenhout (jhm) (191443)
Camera: Canon 5D Mark III, Canon EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM, Sandisk EXT.III4GB, B+W 82 010 UV - Haze 1x MRC
Έκθεση: f/10.0, 30 δευτερόλεπτα
Date Submitted: 2019-11-21 10:09
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